Who We Are
Belesai Communications is a full-service, Public Relations (PR) agency specializing in elevating communication and public exposure for travel/tourism businesses. We are well-connected to global industry professionals, travel journalists, publications, and destinations. We support the client’s efforts to elevate their visibility by implementing customized, public relations strategies.
Belesai Communications, pronounced bell-eh-sigh, is a combination of the French word “Belle” (beautiful) and the Spanish name “Esai” (God is salvation). Together, they convey that God is beautiful salvation.
Our Mission
To leverage 22 years of combined broadcasting (television & radio), public relations and marketing experience to promote, enhance, and further develop our clients' public brand and portfolio. There is a plethora of rich history, art, theater, food/beverage, action/adventure, unique retail, scenic landscapes, and leisure activities just waiting to be discovered.
Nikita Jankowski
President and Founder of Belesai Communications
nikita@belesai.com
Syracuse, New York
With roots in Pittsburgh, Alabama, Tennessee, and Georgia (long story), Nikita is a television reporter turned PR pro, with over 22 years of combined experience working in broadcast journalism, corporate communications, public relations, and marketing.
In 2014, she moved to Syracuse, NY to accept a Director of Communications position at Visit Syracuse. Several years later, she was recruited to Destiny USA, as the Director of Marketing.
Nikita holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Tuskegee University and is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®. She serves on the following Boards: Landmark Theatre, Onondaga County Resource Recovery Association (OCRRA), and Diversity Equity Inclusion Committee of the New York State Travel & Tourism Industry Association (NYSTIA). Nikita is a member of the Public Relations Society of America and is a Past President of the Public Relations Society of America of Central New York (PRSA-CNY).
When she’s not working with clients and journalists, she can be found at the Mobile Mardi Gras, on a beach, or somewhere exploring the world with her family.