We are a Chicago-based, woman-owned agency dedicated to crafting purpose-driven social media strategies. Our expert team combines passion, creativity, and years of experience to help your brand shine on social media.

Kelly Ellis founded Lola Charles Communications in 2019 after a distinguished 15+ year career in digital marketing for a renowned home furnishings brand. With a deep passion for social media, Kelly launched her own agency to help clients unlock the potential of audience-centric strategies. Her mission is to educate brands on the vital role of social media within their digital marketing ecosystems and elevate social media managers as industry experts.

"I BELIEVE IN THE POWER OF AUTHENTIC STORYTELLING AND STRATEGIC EXPERTISE TO ELEVATE BRANDS. MY MISSION IS TO TRANSFORM YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE INTO A POWERFUL TOOL FOR GROWTH AND ENGAGEMENT."Â Â
Named after her beloved dogs, Lola and Charlie, Lola Charles Communications embodies the team's values of compassion and community. Each year, a portion of the company's profits is donated to local animal shelters, reflecting their commitment to giving back.
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- 15+ years experience with social media strategy, execution, content creation, and client service.
- Category experience includes lifestyle/wellness, home furnishings, sewing/quilting, sports, beauty, food/beverage, and more.
- Diverse client portfolio includes national brands, local retailers, startups, celebrities, influencers, and e-commerce brands.
- Boutique agency, woman-owned and based in the Wicker Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
- Dedicated to supporting diversity and compassion in everything we do.




FUN FACTS
Lola Charles Communications is named after two very good dogs, Lola and Charlie.
Our team spans three generations (Gen X, Millennials, Gen Z)–so we know how to appeal to all age ranges.
We believe in giving back and donate a portion of our profits each year to PAWS, Chicago, a local animal shelter dedicated to creating a no-kill city.Â
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