Eric develops and executes communication campaigns focused on corporate reputation management, public affairs, public-private partnerships and crisis management. Eric has provided communications services to wide range of corporations, foundations, government entities, universities, associations and nonprofit institutions. Previously, Eric co-founded and led Kivvit, which became one of the largest independent strategic communications and public affairs firms
Jonathan specializes in campaign management, multi-channel advertising and strategic message development. He has led high-profile outreach efforts across industries, including government, higher education, issue advocacy, recruitment and CPG. In addition to supporting Avoq’s business development efforts, he also currently oversees operations and resourcing for the firm’s paid media and digital team. Jonathan led a multi-million-dollar
Kelly specializes in paid media strategy and innovative campaign solutions. With a diverse portfolio, she has spearheaded initiatives for consumer brands, B2B sectors, government and issue advocacy, with a focus on creative audience-first campaign solutions. Kelly began her career in analytics, then expanded her focus to the technology that powers digital, marketing strategy and media
Dan specializes in internal operations, including tech and IT, employee onboarding, event planning and security training. Dan has assisted Avoq staff in navigating new technology solutions during a changing remote workspace, and helped clients with video conferencing for events with more than 200 participants. Prior to Avoq, Dan worked in operations and event planning for
Yuri works closely with the Finance, Talent, IT and Operations teams on optimizing business processes and software. He also helps the account team to develop client contracts, scopes and project budgets and manage advertising campaigns. Yuri has managed multiple migrations to new financial and project management software, implemented new internal controls to maintain data accuracy
Sophie specializes in public affairs, stakeholder engagement and message development. She develops customized campaigns involving wide-ranging communications strategies and grassroots and grasstops advocacy, and she works in a variety of industries and sectors, including healthcare, public health, land use and nonprofits. Sophie’s work includes decades of experience at the intersection of politics, government and private
Chris brings decades of public and private sector experience to her work in public affairs, media relations and marketing. She has wide-ranging experience across industries and sectors, including government, economic development, hospitality and travel, and arts and culture. Before Avoq, Chris served as the deputy commissioner of Chicago’s Department of Aviation, where she managed communications
Sarah’s background is in comprehensive digital marketing, with a focus on strategic media planning and buying. She supports her clients’ goals with her detail-oriented (and pivot-table-proficient) expertise. Driven by her natural curiosity and a love of learning, Sarah’s favorite part of her job is seeing research and data insights come to life in the real
Rachel specializes in campaign management, executive positioning, issue advocacy and media relations. Her work spans several industries and sectors, including real estate, education, energy and economic development. Rachel brings wide-ranging experience to her work, which includes staffing media interviews, writing press releases, drafting media pitches and more. She has worked on several of Avoq’s most
Shane handles client billing, budgets, contracts and other accounting/finance processes. He has more than 20 years of experience working for communications and advertising companies at all levels within accounting departments. Shane has a demonstrated history of skill in financial accounting, analytical work, financial forecasting, internal audit and risk management. Prior to joining Avoq, he worked