Reflections on the Biggest Month in Sports: A Masterclass in Modern Storytelling
As storytellers, it is hard to overlook the month of February, which delivered a trifecta of major sports events: Super Bowl 60, the Winter Olympics, and the NBA All-Star Game. Each event not only generated wall-to-wall entertainment, but storytelling and communications opportunities for individuals, brands, and causes. From Bad Bunny’s performance at the Super Bowl that fueled a […]
Wavelength Strategy Joins SKDK
Firms Combine Forces To Create Multi-Platform Advertising and Public Affairs Powerhouse Washington, D.C. – SKDK, one of the nation’s premier public affairs and political consulting firms, and Wavelength Strategy, a leading digital advertising firm, today announced they are combining forces. The deal will accelerate both firms’ ability to deliver best-in-class creative across all screens – from […]
Analysis: Winning the Affordability Argument New York Offers an Early Test
In November, political experts and commentators largely agreed on one central lesson from the election: Democrats made meaningful electoral gains by focusing relentlessly on “affordability.” From childcare to energy bills to housing, voters rewarded candidates who spoke directly to the economic pressures shaping everyday life. Since then, a lingering question has emerged. It is one […]
NYS Senate Dems Comms Leader Jonathan Heppner Joins SKDK
Longtime State and City Communications Veteran will Support SKDK’s City and State Legislative, Advocacy, and Political Campaign Work New York, NY – Today, SKDK announced that Jonathan Heppner has joined the firm as a Senior Vice President, who will serve in both the New York City and Albany offices. Heppner brings more than a decade of […]
SKDK Names Creative Strategist and Political Ad-Making Veteran, Brian Klemesrud, as Chief Creative Officer
Washington, DC – SKDK today announced that Brian Klemesrud, an award-winning creative director, writer and political ad-maker, is joining the firm as its Chief Creative Officer – overseeing all of the firm’s creative content. With over two decades of experience producing ads for candidates and causes, Klemesrud has a history of creating visual narratives that move […]
Former Head of Federal Affairs at Uber, CR Wooters, Joins SKDK as Principal and Corporate Affairs Strategist; Brings 25 Years of Experience
Washington, DC — SKDK today announced that CR Wooters, a widely respected corporate strategist, will join as a Principal in the public affairs practice in Washington, D.C. A dynamic leader with more than two decades of experience at the intersection of tech, policy, communications and government, Wooters brings a proven record of navigating complex issues […]
SKDK Launches New Texting Platform Blizzard TXT; Seasoned Digital Strategist Ryan Thompson To Lead
Veteran campaign and digital mobilization expert will run SMS/MMS platform, expanding firm’s best-in-class media and content offerings Washington, DC — SKDK, the leading political consulting and award-winning public affairs firm, today announced the launch of Blizzard TXT, a new peer-to-peer SMS/MMS texting platform, with veteran digital strategist Ryan Thompson joining to lead the effort. SKDK’s […]
Mike Morey Named President of SKDK
Morey to Manage Acquisition, Growth Strategy, and Enterprise Integration Across Brands New York, NY — SKDK, a nationally recognized public affairs and political consulting firm, announced Mike Morey as President of the company. In this newly created role, Morey will be responsible for managing the company’s acquisition and growth strategy and enterprise integration across all […]
Vedant Patel Joins SKDK as Senior Vice President in Washington, D.C.
Former Principal Deputy Spokesperson at the U.S. Department of State To Strengthen Global Crisis Communications and Media Relations Capabilities Washington, D.C. – Today, SKDK announced that Vedant Patel has joined the firm’s Washington, D.C. office as a Senior Vice President in the public affairs practice. Patel comes to SKDK from the U.S. Department of State, […]
SKDK Welcomes Veteran Creative Strategist Mark DeVito as Managing Director and Head of Brand Strategy
DeVito to lead on firm’s corporate and non-profit brand development and positioning work, bringing more than 25 years of agency experience Washington, DC – Today, SKDK announced that Mark DeVito has joined the firm as Managing Director and Head of Brand Strategy. With more than two decades of experience, DeVito will lead SKDK’s brand strategy […]