Founder and president of Arc 3 Communications, a public affairs agency that specializes in content, digital and advocacy services.Arc 3 works with trade associations, businesses. non-profits and government agencies to help them achieve their goals through the production of dynamic content, innovative digital campaigns and effective advocacy.30 year veteran in media and public affairs, working in government and academia and in the agency world. Prior to founding Arc 3, oversaw the public affairs practice of the oldest independent public relations agency in the Southeast. Managed integrated public affairs, government relations, media and digital campaigns for trade associations, businesses and government agencies.Managed all lobbying efforts and content production for clients in the public affairs practice including press releases, design collateral, radio and television ads, web design and social media content. Received numerous awards from the Public Relations Society of America in the areas of marketing, media relations, issues management and radio PSA’s. Prior to agency experience, served as a Research Associate at the A.L. Burruss Institute of Public Service at Kennesaw State University. Managed public policy, media and public opinion research projects for clients in the government and non-profit sectors. Also directed programs in campaigns and ethics, training hundreds of political candidates at the local and state levels. Began career on the staff of Congressman Newt Gingrich, then Minority Whip of the U.S. House of Representatives. Served with Congressman Gingrich during his ascendancy to the Speakership and during his two terms as Speaker. Served as District Aide, interacting with state and local officials and representing the Congressman at district events. Managed district projects and served as policy advisor. Serves as a resource to media on public affairs.
Listed skills include Media Relations, Crisis Communications, Public Affairs, Politics, and 16 others.