John Bircher Email & Phone Number

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Direct the public relations program for the Military Order of the Purple Heart, a National Veterans Service Organization, to include media relations; response to public requests for information; prepare press releases and write articles for national publications about the organization, its members and the veteran community it serves; plan and execute meetings and events for the national leadership; speechwriting; monitor and participate in all social media relating to the organization; represent the National Commander at selected events.

Washington, Dc

Provide government relations advice and assistance to US Defense Industries and foreign governments. Meet with Executive and Legislative branches of the US Government on behalf of clients to explain clients' position on policy positions and legislation that affect their mutual interests. Provide public relations exposure for clients.

Washington, Dc

As DOD exchange officer, directed region wide Mid East and South Asia foreign policy issues including Peace Process, Military and Economic Assistance, Legislative Liaison, and speechwriting. Traveled on behalf of Department of State to explain US policy in the Middle East. Accompanied Congressional delegations on visits to Mid East and South Asian nations. Directed or participated in interagency task forces relating to counterterrorism and U.S. military actions in the region.

Worldwide

Middle East politico-military officer with intelligence assignments in the U.S., Turkey, Iran (2), Lebanon, Morocco, and Europe. travel and work throughout the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa. Exchange assignment as Director, Regional Affairs, Near-East Bureau, Dept of State. Fluent in Arabic and French and past fluency in Farsi.

Arabic & French Languages

Ms, Political Science, Mid-East Studies

Bgs, Business Admin

Us Government & National Defense