David Knaus Email & Phone Number

I’m an independent consultant with 15 years of experience helping leading organizations build and protect their reputations at the intersection of business, politics, and media. My career has been dedicated to shaping strategies that drive progress and align public policy priorities with business objectives.I’ve advised investor-owned utilities, public power companies, and rural electric co-ops on strengthening their reputations with stakeholders, including policymakers and communities. My work has included developing campaigns that highlight the energy industry’s commitment to a cleaner and more secure energy future and helping automotive manufacturers navigate the complex landscape of the EV transition.Notable milestones in my career include contributing to FERC’s first-ever approval of an LNG export project and leading communications programs that built momentum for landmark legislation, such as the unanimous passage of the National Medal of Honor Monument Act, signed into law in 2021. I effectively manage high-profile initiatives and build relationships and teams that achieve meaningful results.A messaging expert with a background in political polling and speechwriting, I’ve counseled Governors, Members of Congress, C-suite executives, and nonprofit leaders through transformative periods, including rebrands, reorganizations, leadership transitions, and global expansions. I bring a strategic, stakeholder-focused perspective to every challenge, ensuring my clients, colleagues, and collaborators are positioned for long-term success.

Listed skills include Public Policy, Research, Public Speaking, Public Affairs, and 41 others.

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  Denison University

  B.A.