Shea Hoffmann Murtaugh is a nationally recognized entrepreneur, speaker, and integrated marketing strategist who has redefined what it means to lead in today’s dynamic marketing landscape. As the Founder and CEO of Hoffmann Murtaugh, she has grown the agency from a bold startup into one of the fastest-growing independent firms in the Northeast. Today, Hoffmann Murtaugh partners with clients across the country, delivering innovative, data-driven strategies that drive measurable growth for regional and national brands alike. With a focus on how emerging technologies like generative AI will enhance…not disrupt the industry, Shea is helping to shape the future of marketing.
Shea’s leadership philosophy blends entrepreneurial grit with a deep commitment to partnership. Starting her career in broadcast sales, she saw firsthand how brands were underserved by traditional models and set out to build an agency that could outthink, not outspend, the competition. That vision has fostered enduring relationships, with many clients choosing to partner with Hoffmann Murtaugh for over a decade. She is now a trusted advisor to executives navigating an increasingly complex marketing ecosystem, helping them maximize impact while staying ahead of industry disruption.
Beyond marketing, Shea is a serial entrepreneur with active ventures in commercial real estate, property management and interior design.
Shea’s influence extends into civic and professional leadership as well. She serves on the Executive Board of the Pittsburgh Film Office, is an engaged member of the Allegheny Conference, and is a graduate of the FBI Citizens Academy. She is also a proud member of the Women Presidents Organization, where she belongs to the Platinum Group, a national peer network of accomplished female entrepreneurs. In addition, she is deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of women leaders, helping them navigate growth, resilience, and long-term success.
A Duquesne University alumna, Shea frequently speaks on entrepreneurship, women in leadership, and the future of marketing. She also presents on how artificial intelligence will enhance the industry, equipping brands and leaders to embrace technology as a tool for growth. Shea lives in Sewickley, PA with her husband, Jim, and their two beloved rescued dachshunds: Brutus, and Oliver.
