Recently formed healthcare PR firm Jarrard, Phillips, Cate & Hancock has announced four new additions to its roster.

Joining the company’s team of PR consultants are Lauren Runco and Kristen Hayner.

Hayner is the former press secretary for the Tennessee House Republican Caucus, in addition to having served as an assistant speech writer for Senator Bill Frist. Runco has worked with the Nashville Sports Council and the Music City Bowl as an event planner

Jana Atwell has joined the firm as office manager, overseeing accounting, technology and personnel matters. Jennifer Cook will serve as an administrative assistant.