Tharon Johnson Email & Phone Number

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

Paramount Consulting Group is a full service, bipartisan firm with over a decade of experience in both the corporate and political sectors. Our team utilizes long-developed skills in the areas of lobbying, government affairs, communications, campaign management, and media relations to drive results for our clients. Paramount Consulting uses quantitative data and a qualitative knowledge base to drive results for our clients. Our mission is to create value for each of our clients through electoral victories, the expansion of business, or engaging in crisis communications to mitigate the damages from public relations events. Our services are guaranteed to help our clients succeed in any industry.At Paramount, above all, we are committed to ethical practices, innovative methods, leadership in our field, and excellence in performance. Our core values are reflected in every client relationship, every project, and every engagement--delivering the best results for you, our clients.

New York, New York, Us

Led government law and policy practice, focusing on federal, state and local government affairs. Built robust legislative and policy strategies for multifaceted corporations. Navigated complex legislative environments and built strong relationships across national, federal, state, and local levels to effectively manage public policy needs. Proven track record of creating innovative, practical solutions to local, state, national, and federal challenges across the United States.

Washington, Dc, Us

Led strategy development and public policy advisement for companies seeking to maximize their impact in a complex legislative and political environment. Provided experienced counsel in public relations, relationship management, and government affairs.

Chicago, Illinois, Us

Devised and implemented Presidential reelection campaign efforts across eleven southern states, including two key battleground states, Florida and North Carolina. Hired, developed, and supervised staff members across these eleven states.

Developed practical, strategic solutions to complex regulatory and legislative issues for a variety of clients. Led lobbying for all issues for existing clients on the local and federal levels. Regularly provided effective counsel and tactical guidance to further clients’ business and government initiatives.

Served as key member of Mayor’s Senior Staff for City of more than 420,000 people. Led complex policy implementation, including $6.8 million budget negotiations. Built and maintained vital relationships with the City’s business community, including such Atlanta legacies as The Coca-Cola Company, Turner Broadcasting Systems, and Cox Enterprises. Managed external affairs and constituent relations in order to most effectively serve citizens.

Led the day-to-day operations of 2009 Atlanta Mayoral campaign for Hon. Kasim Reed. Crafted comprehensive campaign strategy, served as primary campaign spokesperson, designed and approved external communications and grassroots GOTV efforts, and supervised all staff and volunteers. Ultimately brought the candidate from 3% to 50.1%, winning the race.

Directed the daily operations of the 5th Congressional district, including supervising eight district employees, managing constituent casework, and coordinating district services. Advised the Congressman on district developments, responded to constituent needs, and developed policy responses.

Led day-to-day operations of the campaign, including managing four campaign staffers. Provided successful strategy to win Congressman Lewis’ first Democratic primary in 16 years by executing comprehensive campaign plan, fundraising scheme, and get out the vote effort, as well as serving as the primary spokesperson for the campaign.

Managed the daily operations of the 12th Congressional district, including supervising nine district employees in three offices throughout the state, managing constituent casework, and coordinating district services. Advised the Congressman and the legislative staff on matters of public policy.

Developed political and field strategy for United States Congressional campaign. Also served as the Campaign’s Manager of Special Projects, including strategic coordination of special interest groups, minority groups, and other specific constituencies.

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

Served as political advisor to the State Labor Commissioner and tracked and analyzed legislation introduced and referred to the appropriate committees.

Managed day-to-day operations of the campaign and developed the strategic campaign plan, general message, and budget.

Founded and chaired the Atlanta 10G Young Adult Voter Initiative and served as director of the Mayor’s Collegiate Council.