Meet Cynthia Smoot

Dallas Publicist | Freelance Lifestyle & Travel Writer | Society Editor

Follow her across all social media platforms @OhSoCynthia.


 

Mad Hatters Luncheon, Dallas Arboretum (2026)

Cynthia Smoot is a Dallas-based publicist, freelance lifestyle and travel writer, and society editor who has been covering the people, places, and events that define Dallas culture since 2008. As co-owner of Gangway Advertising, one of Dallas' leading lifestyle PR and marketing firms, Cynthia creates marketing strategies and handles media relations for some of the city's most recognized brands and institutions.

A passionate connector at heart, Cynthia uses her platform to shine a spotlight on the people, places, causes, and experiences that give Dallas its flavor — from black-tie galas and charity fundraisers to hidden-gem restaurants and luxury travel destinations. Whether she's on a red carpet, at a ribbon cutting, or reporting from a far-flung destination, Cynthia brings an insider's eye and a storyteller's voice to everything she covers.

 

Media Mentions & Press Features

Cynthia Smoot and her work have been featured in the following media outlets:

  • The New York Times

  • The Wall Street Journal

  • The Dallas Morning News

  • The Tamron Hall Show

  • Bravo TV

  • ABC — Good Morning Texas

  • FOX 4 — Good Day Dallas

Publications

Cynthia Smoot contributes regularly to the following outlets:

  • Katy Trail Weekly — Society Editor & Travel Contributor

  • Curated Texan — Dallas Society Editor & Travel Contributor

  • Park Cities Lifestyle Magazine — Special Contributor

  • Dallas Hotel Magazine — Special Contributor


 

PR & Marketing Work

Gangway is a full-service lifestyle public relations and marketing agency based in Dallas, Texas, specializing in elevating lifestyle, hospitality, and consumer brands through strategic, results-driven communications. With a reputation as one of the top lifestyle PR firms in Texas, they combine deep industry expertise with trusted media relationships and compelling brand storytelling to deliver measurable impact.

From media relations and influencer marketing to social media strategy and experiential event management, Gangway is the go-to agency for Texas lifestyle brands ready to grow their presence and influence.

Ready to make headlines? Let Cynthia Smoot put your brand on the map with lifestyle PR strategies that deliver lasting visibility and authentic connections.

State Fair of Texas, Fair Park, Dallas (2025)

 

Connect

Social Media: @OhSoCynthia

PR & Advertising: www.gangwayadvertising.com

Like many media outlets, my policy is to reserve editorial coverage for events to which I has been invited. Please keep me on your invite list!