Steve specializes in storytelling, media relations and messaging development. Over the years, he has advised numerous C-suite executives and cabinet-level administrators, working with clients across the public health, banking, energy and utilities sectors. Steve began his career as a broadcast journalist in radio and television. He then served as spokesman and deputy director of communications
Kelly is an entrepreneurial and collaborative strategic communications professional, specializing in political and policy communications. She has experience working in government and for clients in the transportation and service sectors. Before joining Avoq, Kelly worked as a communications manager at the National Restaurant Association. There, she acted as the primary communications advisor for the federal
Kate specializes in strategic communications, social media management and in-depth research for clients across various industries, including energy, nonprofits and cultural institutions. Before joining Avoq, Kate had a fellowship with the James W. Foley Legacy Foundation, which advocates for the freedom of Americans held hostage abroad and promotes journalism safety. There, she promoted journalism safety
Chase supports clients with strategic communications, in-depth research, message development, issue advocacy and digital campaign work. He works across sectors spanning nonprofit, corporate and government entities. Before Avoq, Chase completed his Master of Science in political psychology at the University of Kent in Canterbury, United Kingdom, where he also worked as a research analyst. Chase
Ethan specializes in campaign management, issue advocacy and strategy development. He works with clients across industries and sectors, including nonprofits, labor organizations and consumer-facing companies. Before Avoq, Ethan worked as a compliance associate at an international food and beverage company and previously interned with Avoq on the account leadership team. Ethan is a Michigan native
Utilizing her skills in public policy and communications, Jaslynn specializes in crisis management, advocacy and marketing. Since joining Avoq, she has worked with various clients in the business, government and environment industries. Prior to joining Avoq, Jaslynn worked as Marketing Communications Assistant at DePaul University where she aided the Division of Student Affairs in their
Ashley supports clients with strategic communications, in-depth research, social media management, and earned media efforts. She works with clients across a variety of industries and sectors including energy, nonprofits and advocacy groups. Ashley has worked on notable projects including an effort to garner support for a bill that would promote the installation of renewable energy
Catherine has nearly a decade of experience managing large public affairs campaigns on behalf of her government, non-profit, and corporate clients. At Avoq, she specializes in strategic planning, message development, and media relations to help clients meet their communications and public affairs goals. Before joining Avoq, Catherine served as assistant press secretary for former Chicago
Chris specializes in earned media, media relations, and message development. He works across numerous industries and sectors, focusing on health care, cannabis, energy and environmental issues, organized labor, transportation, and utilities. As general manager of Avoq’s New Jersey office, Chris oversees the team’s operations and business development efforts. He brings extensive legislative experience to Avoq,
Terri specializes in brand strategy and development, integrated marketing and communications strategy, campaign management, internal and corporate communications, public affairs, and issue advocacy. She collaborates with clients across diverse industries, including health care, government, technology, and social justice. Terri led the relaunch, rebranding, and communications strategy for an $800M global technology company, driving digital transformation