LOS ANGELES, CA--(Marketwire - August 5, 2010) - Lynne M. Doll, president of The Rogers Group (TRG) and widely-respected leader in the public relations industry, died Aug. 3 of a stroke at Glendale Adventist Medical Center in California. She battled cancer for three years and was cancer-free at the time of her death. Lynne was 48.
For more than 25 years, Lynne was instrumental in expanding the breadth of TRG's expertise and leading a series of high-profile and award-winning campaigns for major corporations, brands and government agencies.
A nationally recognized crisis communications expert, Lynne was known for her handling of tough challenges in public relations and risk management, and was sought out by top corporations for her counsel. Lynne also directed the agency's public sector practice, serving as a key strategist for several major social marketing campaigns, and leading the agency to win numerous awards and national accolades for public education campaigns in the areas of health, environment, education and early childhood development.
For her professional and community contributions, Lynne was recognized with several awards, including: "PR Professional of the Year" by the Public Relations Society of America's Los Angeles chapter; Los Angeles Business Journal's "Women Making A Difference," for her commitment to non-profit organizations; and the "Distinguished Alumni" award from California State University, Northridge (CSUN).
Of equal importance to Lynne was being a hands-on manager known and loved for her integrity, keen insights and sharp wit. Under her leadership, TRG cultivated a working environment that values camaraderie and innovation along with a commitment to ongoing professional development, leading the company to be named one of the top agencies in the country to work for by The Holmes Report.
Lynne's passion for community involvement and volunteerism was a driving force behind the development of the agency's Community Involvement Program, which encourages staff to contribute time, talent and money to organizations in need, with support from TRG.
"Lynne was one of a kind," said Ron Rogers, chairman of TRG. "For 25 years, I have treasured our friendship and our mutual trust, loyalty and business partnership. I have always admired her and will miss her beyond measure."
Lynne served on the boards of directors for Planned Parenthood Los Angeles and The DAISY Foundation. Previously, she served on the national and regional boards of directors for the National Conference for Community and Justice, an organization that fights bigotry and racism, as well as the Los Angeles Fire Department Community Advisory Committee and the Advisory Council for the president of CSUN. She was also past president of the board of trustees for The Walden School, a private elementary school in Pasadena, where she served on the board for six years.
Born and raised in Los Angeles, Lynne was married to her husband, David Lans, for 24 years. Her 13-year-old daughter, Natalie, carries on family traditions of philanthropy, culinary prowess and good humor. Lynne also is survived by her mother, Carol Doll, and three sisters.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Lynne's name to Planned Parenthood Los Angeles (www.plannedparenthood.org/los-angeles) and/or The DAISY Foundation (www.daisyfoundation.org).
Services will be held at Forest Lawn Glendale on Friday, Aug. 13 at 2:30 p.m.
