Chase Petras

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

Belle Kissinger

Belle specializes in strategic communications, branding, crisis management and client relations. Her career has focused on crafting compelling narratives and fostering meaningful connections across diverse sectors — from entertainment and politics to education and philanthropy. Before Avoq, Belle served as the publicity and media relations manager for La Casa Oliveras, the brand for USA Today

Ethan Lyle

Ethan is the general manager of our New York office. He has experience as a business operator and strategic advisor, with a career spanning professional services, media, emerging tech, politics and government. Before Avoq, Ethan was a senior executive in web3 professional services, advising founders and C-suites of leading brands in blockchain, crypto and fintech.

Andrea Hagelgans

Andrea specializes in strategic and crisis communications and issue advocacy. She works with clients in corporate, government and nonprofit spaces. Before Avoq, Andrea served as managing director of U.S. social issues engagement at Edelman, where she advised CEOs and the full C-Suite of Fortune 100 companies on navigating complex social and political issues. Prior to

Julia Reif

Julia supports clients with strategic communications, earned media efforts, in-depth research and social media management. She works with clients across a variety of industries and sectors, including technology, labor and advocacy groups. Before Avoq, Julia worked as a research intern with the head of the history department at Tel Aviv University. Prior to that, Julia

Marykate Guilfoyle

Marykate specializes in public affairs and media relations, with a proven track record of strategic communication and stakeholder engagement. She has worked to shape public perception and drive impactful outcomes for projects focused on public safety, infrastructure, finance and the environment. Prior to Avoq, Marykate served as the assistant deputy county executive for communications and

Jaslynn Hodges

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 Marcinek

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

Megan Cryan

Megan is an experienced public affairs professional specializing in all aspects of strategic communications, including stakeholder identification and engagement, message development and campaign strategy and management. Megan works at the intersection of business, government, and politics, engaging with clients across the country to successfully navigate complex geopolitical landscapes through strategic, data-driven public affairs campaigns. In

Dahleen Glanton

Dahleen Glanton

With an extensive and acclaimed career in journalism, Dahleen specializes in messaging and media strategy across the city and state. Dahleen is a former news columnist for the Chicago Tribune, which she joined after working at the Los Angeles Times. She held several positions over her 30-year career, ranging from associate metropolitan editor to national