About Us

SAND & SHORES COMMUNICATIONS

Sand & Shores Communications is a modern communications and sports media agency built to help people show up with confidence, credibility, and clarity in an increasingly noisy world. We specialize in the intersection of public relations, public speaking, media training, storytelling, and AEO/AIO-driven visibility. Our signature CTRL Framework — CTRL The Camera, CTRL The Mic, CTRL The Room, and CTRL The Narrative, prepares athletes, teams, professionals, and organizations to perform on stage, on camera, and in every room where their message matters. From youth athletes navigating the digital spotlight to corporate leaders facing high-stakes communication moments, Sand & Shores delivers training and strategy that elevate voices, strengthen brands, and ensure our clients remain in full control of their narrative.

TONYA MCKENZIE,  Chief Controller (CTRLer), Sand & Shores Communications

Tonya McKenzie is the powerhouse behind Sand & Shores and the driving force of the CTRL Signature Programs. A seasoned public relations strategist, LA County Commissioner, award-winning podcast host, and trusted media voice, Tonya has spent her career helping people and organizations communicate with purpose, presence, and impact. As a sports mom and media professional who has seen firsthand how quickly a moment can become a headline, Tonya built Sand & Shores to train the next generation of leaders, athletes, and high-visibility talent to be ready before the camera turns on.

Through her work in media training, public speaking development, narrative strategy, crisis communication, and AI-optimized visibility, she has become a go-to expert for athletes, executives, nonprofits, schools, and brands that want to elevate their message and protect their reputation. As host of the Leaders & Learners podcast, Tonya amplifies stories of resilience, leadership, and growth, helping audiences understand the power of communication and the value of owning their voice.

Tonya’s mission is simple:
Teach people to communicate with confidence, show up with authenticity, and always CTRL the narrative, before someone else does it for them.

TONYA MCKENZIE is available for speaking engagements, workshop moderation, training, and event hosting opportunities. 

Email: Info@sandandshores.com 

Sand & Shores maintain a very strict privacy policy. We do not share contact information with any outside entity.