Promotions include new Principal and Managing Directors across SKDK and its subsidiary, Jasper Advisors
Washington, D.C. – SKDK, a nationally recognized public affairs and political consulting firm, today announced promotions across all levels of the organization, including within its subsidiary, Jasper Advisors. The promotions reflect the firm’s continued growth and its commitment to investing in talent.
“It’s a privilege to recognize this group of colleagues for their outstanding contributions,” said CEO Doug Thornell. “Each of these individuals has played an important role in driving results for our clients and strengthening our firm. SKDK continues to grow because of the talent, collaboration and commitment of our team, and I’m proud to see their careers advance.”
SKDK is proud to announce the following promotions:
- Amy J. Brundage has been promoted to Principal. Brundage previously served as deputy assistant to President Barack Obama and deputy communications director at the White House, where she also served as acting communications director, and held senior communications roles on Capitol Hill and on presidential campaigns.
- Cameron French and Erin Weinstein have each been promoted to Managing Director. French previously held communications roles at the U.S. Departments of Education and Housing and Urban Development. Weinstein, who co-leads SKDK’s healthcare practice, previously held senior roles at Stanford Health Care, Stanford Medicine and the U.S. Department of Commerce.
- Ashley Whitlock Breneman, of Jasper Advisors, has been promoted to Executive Vice President. She previously led communications for the Washington Commanders in the National Football League and advises major sports organizations and brands on reputation strategy.
- Ryan Peters has been promoted to Senior Vice President. Peters works closely with senior leadership on business development and marketing efforts across the firm.
- Diana Núñez and Christian Rodriguez Hernandez have each been promoted to Vice President.
- Luke Fanous, Sydney Gold, Jessie Johnson, Leah Kelly and Evan Kendall have each been promoted to Director. Johnson is part of Jasper Advisors.
- Hilary Linden, Kendra Miller and Saba Samy have each been promoted to Senior Associate. Jackie Taube, of Jasper Advisors, has also been promoted to Senior Associate. Caley Bright has been promoted to Senior Executive Assistant.