Potomac Flacks

Mullin, Exelon VP of Public Affairs, to Depart This Summer

Jen Mullin, VP of Public Affairs at Exelon, is leaving the energy giant this summer. Jen -- an Uber alum who also previously led the energy & climate practice at the Glover Park Group and served as communications director for Iowa Sen. Tom Harkin -- ran policy advocacy campaigns at Exelon, connecting the value of emissions-free, nuclear power to climate action at the state and federal levels. Jen was recruited to Exelon in 2017 to modernize their public advocacy function and elevate the role of nuclear in the climate debate. In departing Exelon, Jen plans to pursue climate-focused projects and get involved in the 2020 election cycle.
 
Additionally, here's a note that was sent by Exelon Senior VP Judy Rader on Jen's departure: "During her three years with the company, Jen redefined our advocacy function and contributed to policy outcomes that made a significant impact on the business. Applying her experience in politics and consulting, Jen instituted an integrated approach to our advocacy campaigns to more closely align our grassroots coalitions, and digital, external and internal communications activities with the GRAPP team’s work. That collaborative approach led to results, including the nuclear ZEC program in New Jersey, new urgency for legislative action in states impacted by the FERC MOPR and progress toward a carbon adder in NYISO and RGGI implementation in Pennsylvania. Her work to strengthen relationships with influencers and journalists in the climate space contributed to an increased recognition of the value of emissions-free, nuclear power and Exelon’s reputation as a leader on clean energy policies. Jen built a high-performing team of campaign and digital strategists that have consistently delivered results while lowering costs." (PF tipster)

Veteran GOP communicator Heye Joins CRAFT as SVP

CRAFT | Media / Digital has named media veteran and CNN contributor Doug Heye as Senior Vice President of Media.

Heye will advise clients on crisis communications, media relations, and executive positioning, adding to CRAFT’s strategic capabilities. Heye will also lead client communications efforts specific to economic recovery for business and industry sectors.

Heye has led political and public affairs strategies since 1990, served on Capitol Hill for House Majority Leader Eric Cantor, was Communications Director for the Republican National Committee, and served as Press Secretary to the Small Business Administration. Heye was a resident fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School’s Institute of Politics focusing on crisis messaging and management. (Release)

NYT: McEnany Named New White House Press Secretary; Farah Also Joining Comms Team

The New York Times' Maggie Haberman reports, "Stephanie Grisham, the White House press secretary, is rejoining the staff of Melania Trump, the first lady, and Kayleigh McEnany, a campaign spokeswoman will replace her — the latest shake-up in a communications office that has been seen almost constant turnover under President Trump. Ms. McEnany has been a vocal defender of Mr. Trump on television, the main role the president has long believed the press secretary should play, according to current and former advisers. Her hiring is the first major personnel move by the incoming White House chief of staff, former Representative Mark Meadows of South Carolina. It was first reported by CNN. Ms. Grisham, who never held a press briefing in her nine-month tenure as the president’s spokeswoman, will become Mrs. Trump’s chief of staff, replacing Lindsay Reynolds, who resigned, according a statement from the first lady’s office. 

Also joining the White House press staff will be Alyssa Farah, a top spokeswoman at the Defense Department who once worked for Vice President Mike Pence, according to people briefed on the moves. Ms. Farah is close with Mr. Meadows, whose longtime congressional aide, Ben Williamson, will also join the communications team as an adviser. It is unclear whether Ms. McEnany will revive the traditional role of a White House press secretary — answering questions from reporters in a daily briefing. Mr. Meadows wants her to focus on defending the president on television, according to people familiar with the move. Ms. McEnany, 31 and a graduate of Harvard Law School, was a frequent surrogate for the president, touting Mr. Trump’s policies on network television before she formally joined Mr. Trump’s re-election campaign. Mr. Meadows has clashed with Ms. Grisham, a Trump loyalist who was one of the few remaining advisers who worked on the president’s 2016 campaign, targeting her as someone he wanted to replace, according to administration officials." (New York Times)

Politico: Stephanie Grisham out as White House press secretary

Politico's Meredith McGraw reports that, "White House press secretary Stephanie Grisham will leave her position as President Donald Trump's chief spokeswoman, two sources familiar with the move said Tuesday. She is expected to return to the White House's East Wing, where she worked before becoming press secretary, and work for first lady Melania Trump. Grisham, who stepped into the job less than a year ago, did not host a press briefing at any point during her tenure and maintained a considerably lower profile than her predecessors in the job, Sean Spicer and Sarah Huckabee Sanders." (Politico)

Emergent BioSolutions Appoints Nina DeLorenzo as Senior Vice President of Global Public Affairs

Emergent BioSolutions Inc. today announced the appointment of Nina DeLorenzo to the position of senior vice president for global public affairs. DeLorenzo will oversee external relations, corporate communications, advocacy, and corporate social responsibility. She will be responsible for developing and leading the company’s global public affairs strategy and providing strategic communications counsel to the executive management team.

DeLorenzo has 25 years of experience in public affairs, government affairs, and communications in the public and private sectors. She most recently served as chief of staff, external affairs at Sanofi in Paris, France. Her prior experience includes government affairs, communications, and public policy roles at AbbVie, Pfizer Inc, Schering-Plough Corp. (now Merck), and at the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA). DeLorenzo served in the administration of President George W. Bush at the White House Coalition Information Center and at the U.S. Department of State. Prior to this, she held roles in government and on political campaigns. (PF exclusive)

Corporate Comms Vet Boggs Joins Charter as Group VP, Policy Communications

Charter Communications, Inc. announced Avery Boggs has joined the company’s Government Affairs team as Group Vice President, Policy Communications. Based in Washington, D.C., Boggs is responsible for developing and implementing communications strategies to achieve the company’s policy objectives at the federal, state and local levels. She replaces Tamara Smith who has taken on a newly created role of Group Vice President, Partnerships and Strategy at the Charter-owned Spectrum Networks.

Boggs joins Charter from PLUS Communications where she served as Executive Vice President for Marketing and Strategy Development. At PLUS, she worked cross-functionally to develop strategic plans to achieve clients’ public policy goals and objectives. Prior to her work at PLUS, Avery was Senior Vice President at the Revolution Agency leading multi-media campaigns for clients including Hewlett Packard, Facebook, H&R Block and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce among others. She began her career in public affairs as a Communications Strategist at Strategic Partners in Media, formerly The Stevens and Schriefer Group, where she guided production, message development and research for a variety of elected officials and trade associations.

A lawyer by training, earlier in her career Boggs served as Associate Counsel at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. She holds a B.A in Business Administration from Texas A&M University and a J.D. from St. Mary’s University School of Law. (PF tipster)

Veteran Dem Communicator Brennan Joins Firehouse Strategies

Whitney Mitchell Brennan has joined Firehouse Strategies as senior vice president.

She is a veteran Democratic communicator with experience on campaigns and on Capitol Hill.

She most recently served as communications director and senior advisor for U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.).

Whitney is a graduate of Indiana University.

Top Senate Flack Joins Rokk Solutions as SVP

Senate Republican Conference deputy staff director Jeff Grappone is joining bipartisan public affairs Rokk Solutions as senior vice president.

Grappone has nearly 20 years of experience, including serving as Assistant Secretary of Labor for Public Affairs, as a senior communicator for Siemens, and for U.S. Sen. Kelly Ayotte (R-N.H.) and former Sen. John E. Sununu (R-N.H.).

Grappone is a graduate of Georgetown University. (PF tipster)

PF EXCLUSIVE: Gridiron Reprise tickets (Sunday, Mar. 15)

Get ready for some much-needed comic relief – the annual Gridiron Show.

The performance that merges political satire with your favorite tunes, performed by the nation’s top political journalists, has been a Washington tradition since 1885!

The Gridiron Club and Foundation skewers Presidents and congressional leaders, political candidates and journalists at a white-tie dinner on Saturday night with satire and songs. The next day, the club puts on another performance – known as the Gridiron Sunday reprise - for friends, family and select groups.

The 2020 Reprise will be held on Sunday, March 15, in the ballroom of the Washington Renaissance Hotel, 999 Ninth Street NW. A reception, which includes an open bar with beer, wine and soft drinks, begins at noon and the show starts at 1 p.m. The program will end by 3 p.m. (Note those are new times this year.) Dress is business casual.

Tickets are $80 each.

You will see well-known Gridiron members -- who might include Bret Baier of Fox News, Clarence Page of the Chicago Tribune, Jonathan Karl of ABC News, Andrea Mitchell of NBC, Judy Woodruff of PBS and John Dickerson of CBS -- performing songs and skits in costume.

We expect syndicated columnist Mark Shields to relay highlights of the speeches that were delivered the night before, which typically include remarks by the President and a leading Democrat and leading Republican. Running the musical performance is the director of the President’s Own, the United States Marine Band, Col. Jason Fettig, the Club's musical director.

You can order tickets for $80 each by mailing checks made out to the Gridiron Club and Foundation to: Carol Stevens at 3507 N. Ohio Street, Arlington, VA 22207.

Your order with full payment must be received by Monday, March 2, 2020. Note that depending on your tax situation, about $54 of the cost is tax deductible because the Gridiron Club and Foundation is a charitable organization.

Your tickets will be mailed to you at the address you provide by March 9, 2020. (PF exclusive)

The 2020 Reprise will be held on Sunday, March 15, in the ballroom of the Washington Renaissance Hotel, 999 Ninth Street NW. A reception, which includes an open bar with beer, wine and soft drinks, begins at noon and the show starts at 1 p.m. The program will end by 3 p.m. (Note those are new times this year.) Dress is business casual.

Tickets are $80 each.

You will see well-known Gridiron members -- who might include Bret Baier of Fox News, Clarence Page of the Chicago Tribune, Jonathan Karl of ABC News, Andrea Mitchell of NBC, Judy Woodruff of PBS and John Dickerson of CBS -- performing songs and skits in costume.

We expect syndicated columnist Mark Shields to relay highlights of the speeches that were delivered the night before, which typically include remarks by the President and a leading Democrat and leading Republican. Running the musical performance is the director of the President’s Own, the United States Marine Band, Col. Jason Fettig, the Club's musical director.

You can order tickets for $80 each by mailing checks made out to the Gridiron Club and Foundation to: Carol Stevens at 3507 N. Ohio Street, Arlington, VA 22207.

Your order with full payment must be received by Monday, March 2, 2020. Note that depending on your tax situation, about $54 of the cost is tax deductible because the Gridiron Club and Foundation is a charitable organization.

Your tickets will be mailed to you at the address you provide by March 9, 2020. (PF exclusive)

PF EXCLUSIVE: Gridiron Reprise tickets (Sunday, Mar. 3)

For more than 130 years, a great Washington tradition known as the Gridiron Show has skewered Presidents and congressional leaders, political candidates and journalists. The Gridiron Club and Foundation first regales official Washington at a white-tie dinner on Saturday night in March with satire and songs. The next day, the club puts on another performance – known as the Gridiron Sunday Reprise - for friends, family and select outside groups.

The 2019 Sunday Reprise will be held Sunday, March 3, 2019, in the ballroom of the Washington Renaissance Hotel, 999 Ninth Street NW. The reception, which includes beer, wine, soft drinks and munchies, begins at 2 p.m. and the show starts at 3 p.m. and ends by 5 p.m. Dress is business casual.

What you will see during the show is Gridiron members -- well-known faces that might include John King of CNN, Andrea Mitchell of NBC, Judy Woodruff of PBS and Bret Baier of Fox News -- performing hilarious songs and skits in costume. Syndicated columnist Mark Shields relays highlights of the speeches that were delivered the previous night, which typically include remarks by the President – or other member of the administration -  and a leading Democrat and leading Republican. Running the musical performance is the director of the President’s Own, the United States Marine Band, Lt. Col. Jason Fettig, the Club's musical director.

RESERVE YOUR TICKETS: Tickets are $80 each. If you want to order them by mail, send a check made out to The Gridiron Club and Foundation by Feb. 20 to: Carol Stevens, 3507 N. Ohio Street, Arlington VA 22207. Your tickets will be mailed to you at the address you provide on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2019.

If you have questions, please contact Gridiron Sunday Sales Chair Carol Stevens at [email protected]. (PF exclusive)

JOB OF THE WEEK: Atlantic Media, Vice President of Branding and Communications (Washington, DC)

Government Executive Media Group (GEMG) is Atlantic Media’s B-to-B division, providing authoritative information and analysis to managers across the federal, defense and state and local sectors of government. GEMG serves Fortune 500 companies, emerging tech companies, and other clients through creating and executing best-in-class marketing programs across digital, events, research and custom content services.

We are seeking an entrepreneurial, innovative, and driven individual to join our team. The Vice President of Branding and Communications will be a critical player in achieving GEMG’s aggressive growth plans and will work closely with senior management stakeholders. This creative leader will oversee strategic communications, sponsor marketing and PR for its publishing brands: Government Executive, Nextgov, Defense One and Route Fifty.  The ideal candidate has skills, experience, and expertise in developing and executing strategic communications plans in the corporate, government and/or technology arenas.  This is an opportunity for someone who thrives under pressure and is able to multitask. Experience in public sector market (federal IT, defense or state and local). The position manages a team of three.

Responsibilities Include:

• Sponsor marketing strategy and planning. Collaborate with senior leadership to define GEMG sponsor marketing objectives and apply marketing best practices and ROI analysis to develop efficient marketing and communications plans to achieve those objectives.
• Communications and PR strategy.  Develop strategic plans and messaging strategy for GEMG overall and its four brands: Government Executive, Nextgov, Defense One and Route Fifty.
• Creative Proposal Development. Lead the creation of compelling proposals for GEMG’s advertisers including concept and copy development and design.
• Tactical campaign management. Oversee the creation and execution marketing campaigns to address specific targeted opportunities.  Plan and execute advertising, email campaigns, advertiser events, social media outreach, and content marketing efforts (e.g., articles, blogs, etc.)
• Prospect and lead development.  Define and execute marketing strategies to reach new advertising prospects and to drive in-bound advertising inquiries and leads for a twelve-person sales team.
• Marketing collateral and sales tools. Define, write and direct design of digital and printed marketing materials, media kits and sales tools to support GEMG brand positioning and sales efforts.
• Advertiser-focused partnerships and trades. Develop strategic partnerships and trade agreements that drive brand visibility and generate leads in the government contracting community. 
• Market intelligence. Analyze federal government trends and issues as well as customer research, market conditions and competitor information to develop relevant and timely insights for use in marketing efforts.   
• Promotional events.  Develop strategic advertiser events to increase interaction with key audiences in the sponsor community.   
• Press. Manage the promotion and booking of GEMG journalists. Pitch stories to/working with business, trade, and media press. 
• Marketing operations management. Manage and refine sponsor marketing processes to ensure quality and efficiency. Also manage all marketing vendor relationships.
• Reporting and measurement. Monitor, review and report on all marketing activities and results.   
• Budget management. Manage all marketing expenditures within approved budget.

The ideal candidate has:

• Proven track record in developing and executing successful marketing campaigns
• Exceptional writing skills, specifically in persuasive copywriting
• Strong skills in analytical and strategic thinking; ability to understand and use relevant information about market issues and audience interests to develop compelling messaging
• Creativity and a high degree of organization skills
• Experience in government market preferred
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Strong skills in MS PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
• Basic knowledge and familiarity with relevant design software preferred (InDesign, PhotoShop, etc.)
• Poise and grace under pressure

TO APPLY: Click here.

JOB OF THE WEEK: American University, Communications Director

Formal title of "Special Assistant to the Vice President and Director of Communications." The Director of Communications has primary responsibility for three main functions:

1. Communication oversight for Campus Life’s 15 departments, including guiding content, branding, and tone for website, news and social media communication, as well as crisis communication response on issues concerning students.

2. Special projects and initiatives within and outside of Campus Life that have student impact.

3. Campus Life professional and staff development, including presenting workshops, planning retreats, and onboarding new Campus Life staff.

The Director of Communications assists the Vice President of Campus Life on a range of management duties and special projects that require knowledge of communication, student affairs, and staff engagement and an ability to work with a substantial level of independence, sound judgment, excellent written and spoken communication skills, and discretion in handling confidential information and materials.

This is a fast-paced office environment where the ability to address critical and delicate matters in a thoughtful and expedient manner is imperative. The incumbent must be able to effectively work with a wide range of stakeholders and audiences including university leaders, front-line employees, and students. The incumbent will collaborate across Campus Life and other American University departments on joint projects.

The Office of Campus Life (OCL) is made up of 15 student-focused departments. Our goal is to support AU students on their journey to explore, connect, and grow into global citizens. We strive to create an inclusive campus community that fosters student learning, development, and success. For more information regarding the Office of Campus Life, including previously distributed memos to the community, please visit https://www.american.edu/ocl/

 

Work Environment

• Directly supervises one full-time staff member: (Web Communications Coordinator)
• Oversees the Professional Development Coordinating Committee
• Frequent evenings and occasional weekends

 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• 35-Exempt
• Project Leader/Advisor A

 

Salary Range

• Commensurate with experience

 

Required Education and Experience

• Minimum of 5 years professional experience
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills
• Highly developed interpersonal skills and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to work with sensitive and confidential matters
• 2-4 years designing websites and developing online content
• Experience using content management systems and other digital communication, including but not limited to blogs, social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, YouTube)
• Knowledge of ADA principles as they related to print and digital communication
• Understanding of design principles and video production

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master's degree
• Experience in higher education and working with students
• Experience producing videos
• Experience with graphic design tools

 Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check

 TO APPLY: Click here. (PF tipster)

SENATE FLACK JORDAN HEADS TO PINKSTON GROUP

The Pinkston Group, a strategic communications consultancy located in the D.C.-metro area, today announced that Darrell “D.J.” Jordan, will be joining the firm as its newest director.

Jordan brings significant experience to the table, having served as communications director for federal leaders and committees, as well as curated content for major news outlets.

As communications director for Senator James Lankford (Okla.) and the House Small Business Committee, and press secretary for House Appropriations Subcommittee Chairman Robert Aderholt (AL-04), Jordan has secured national and local coverage on key policy issues.

As an editor and producer for Fox and CNN, he helped develop coverage for major news outlets. While working on Capitol Hill, he completed a Masters of Public Management at The Johns Hopkins University and fine-tuned his understanding of public policy. As such, he is ideally positioned to lead and implement strategic public relations campaigns for Pinkston Group clients.

As director, Jordan will lead a team of experienced strategists, designers, and writers. Leveraging his extensive experience and network, he will expand the Pinkston Group’s reach to new industries and sectors through a dynamic, targeted approach. (PF tipster)

Former Biden Aide Mulhauser Launches Aperture Strategies

Scott Mulhauser launched Aperture Strategies, a new strategic advisory and communications firm.

 

In his career, Mulhauser helped run the Senate Finance Committee, served as deputy chief of staff to Vice President Joe Biden during the 2012 campaign and was chief of staff at the U.S. Embassy in Beijing.

 

Aperture helps coalitions, corporations, nonprofits, trade associations and others navigate public affairs, communications and management challenges and advises them on developments both domestically and globally. (PF tipster)

NFL Names Moore Executive V.P. of Communications and Public Affairs

Jocelyn Moore was named the NFL’s Executive Vice President of Communications and Public Affairs, it was announced today by Maryann Turcke, the NFL’s Chief Operating Officer.

Moore, who has served as the NFL’s Senior Vice President of Public Policy and Government Affairs in Washington, D.C., will be based in the league’s headquarters in New York and report to Turcke. In her new role, Moore will oversee the Communications, Social Responsibility, and Government Affairs areas.

Moore joined the NFL in 2016 and led the league's public policy and legislative agenda and coordinated closely with NFL clubs on local legislative and regulatory issues. Moore strengthened the league’s positioning both in Congress and with external advocacy organizations leading numerous initiatives, including strategic engagement around player health and safety, tax reform, trade, and telecommunications.

Prior to joining the NFL, Moore was a Managing Director in The Glover Park Group’s Government Affairs Division and co-led the firm’s Health & Wellness practice. Before GPG, Moore had a 15-year career in the United States Senate, including roles as Deputy Staff Director of the Senate Finance Committee, Deputy Chief of Staff and Policy Director for Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR), and Legislative Director for Senator John D. Rockefeller IV (D-W.V.).

Moore began her career in the office of her home state Senator Zell Miller (D-GA) and later worked as a senior policy advisor to Senator Bob Graham (R-FL). She is a two-time graduate of the University of Florida. (PF tipster)

Trump White House aide Dorr Joins Sinclair Broadcasting

Kaelan Dorr, Director of Congressional Communications at the White House, has departed to become Executive Political Producer for “Bottom Line with Boris Epshteyn” on Sinclair Broadcasting.

Dorr is a veteran of the Republican ad firm Jamestown Associates, as well as a former field organizer for the Republican Party of Iowa and a staffer for the Bob Johnson for Congress campaign.

He is a 2014 graduate of Elon University. (PF tipster)

Former Obama White House Press Secretary Earnest Joins United Airlines as Chief Communications Officer

United Airlines today announced Josh Earnest has been named Senior Vice President and Chief Communications Officer. Earnest brings to the company more than two decades of strategic communications expertise from the highest levels of politics and government, including as White House Press Secretary. At United, he will be responsible for developing the company's global communications strategy, leading a world-class team to execute it, working closely with the company's leadership to shape the airline's public image and serving as the company's chief spokesman.

Most recently, Earnest has been a political analyst for NBC News and MSNBC, making appearances on the network's leading news programs including the Today Show, Meet the Press and NBC Nightly News. Prior to that, Earnest served for eight years in the Obama White House, first as deputy press secretary before being promoted to White House Press Secretary in 2014. In 2015, Earnest was voted the "best White House press secretary I've worked with" by White House correspondents surveyed by Politico.

In addition to his work in front of the cameras, Earnest played a leading role behind the scenes to develop and implement an innovative communications strategy that was paired with a fully-integrated digital media presence to drive the Administration's agenda.

His two-decade career in politics has taken him from Capitol Hill to some of the largest states and most competitive races in the country, including four presidential campaigns, statewide races in Texas and Florida and Mike Bloomberg's first campaign for Mayor of New York.

Earnest received his degree in political science and policy studies from Rice University. He will move to Chicago this summer with his wife, Natalie and their two children. Earnest's first day at United will be Monday, May 21. (United Airlines)

Veteran GOP Communicator Taylor Joins Forbes Tate Partners

Forbes Tate Partners (FTP) today announced that Ryan Taylor, who most recently served as Communications Director for U.S. Senator Roger Wicker (R-MS), has joined its strategic communications and public affairs practice as Vice President. Ryan joins FTP as the firm’s public affairs practice continues to expand rapidly, bringing over a decade of public sector and campaign experience with him.

In his new role as Vice President, Ryan will help lead the firm’s public affairs consulting teams and design winning strategies for advocacy campaigns in Washington, D.C. and across the country. Ryan brings more than a decade of experience on Capitol Hill as a senior advisor and communications strategist for four U.S. Senators and a Member of Congress. Ryan also worked as a policy advisor on federal regulatory issues for Chairman John Barrasso (R-WY) on the Senate Republican Policy Committee, handling regulatory matters related to Dodd-Frank, the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Department of Transportation.

In addition to his time on Capitol Hill, Ryan has had significant success leading Republican campaign efforts. In 2012, he served as Senator Barrasso’s campaign manager, helping him garner an unprecedented 75.9 percent of the total statewide vote. In 2010, as Executive Director of the Wyoming Republican Party, he led the Party to the single largest election victory in 90 years.

Having worked for members of Congress from the Rocky Mountain West to the South – including Senate Budget Committee Chairman Mike Enzi (R-WY), Senator Craig Thomas (R-WY), and Representative Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) – Ryan has a strong background on a wide range of issues, including national defense, telecommunications, infrastructure, energy, public lands, and healthcare. (PF tipster)

JOB OF THE WEEK: Atlantic Media, Communications Manager

Government Executive Media Group (GEMG) is the public sector division of Atlantic Media and the leading media resource serving the government and defense market.

We are seeking an experienced communications professional to join the Atlantic Media communications team in Washington, D.C. Working across all GEMG teams and departments, including sales and marketing, editorial, events, and research, the communications manager will develop strategies to support business initiatives, proactively promote editorial content, and protect the reputation of a nearly 50-year-old business-to-government media company. The ideal candidate will diligently maintain important internal and external relationships, devote strong attention to detail, and thrive in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.

The Communications Manager responsibilities include:

• Leading the development and implementation of a strategic communications plan to support GEMG's business objectives;
• Generating impactful content to reach clients, media, readers, and internal stakeholders alike;
• Forming leverageable relationships with key stakeholders in the business-to-government industry;
• Coordinating promotion for pivotal company initiatives such as events and new product launches;
• Drafting materials on behalf of GEMG leadership to reinforce thought leadership within the industry;
• Proactively promote all GEMG journalism across all relevant media.

Attributes of the ideal candidate include:

• A can-do attitude and a willingness to learn, support, and collaborate with a fast-moving team
• Courage and a high level of motivation that welcomes challenges and is not deterred by setbacks
• Strong listening and presentation skills
• Excellent writing skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task
• An ability to plan comprehensively, work both independently and collaboratively, and manage and prioritize projects to satisfy competing deadlines

The job is based in Washington, D.C. and reports to the Senior Vice President of Global Communications at Atlantic Media and GEMG’s Chief Executive Officer.

Atlantic Media Values:

Across Atlantic Media, generally, the firm looks for two “pillar gifts” in its candidates.  In all of us, these are more aspirational than actual, but they are central in our intentions.

• Force of Intellect - Atlantic Media seeks a discipline and rigor of thought as manifested, often, in exceptional academic performance and, later, success in a professional environment.
• Spirit of Generosity - Equally, Atlantic Media seeks what we term a spirit of generosity – a natural disposition towards service and selfless conduct.

TO APPLY: Click here. (PF tipster)

EXCLUSIVE OFFER: The 2018 Gridiron Reprise (Sunday, March 4)

For 133 years, a great Washington tradition known as the Gridiron Show has skewered Presidents and congressional leaders, political candidates and journalists. The Gridiron Club and Foundation first regales official Washington at a white-tie dinner on Saturday night in March with satire and songs. The next day, the club puts on another performance – known as the Gridiron Sunday Reprise - for associations, alumni groups, friends and family. You have been invited to take part in this event on Sunday, March 4, 2018.

The 2018 Sunday Reprise will be held in the ballroom of the Washington Renaissance Hotel, 999 Ninth Street NW. The reception, which includes beer and wine, begins at 2 p.m. and the show starts at 3 p.m. and ends by 5 p.m. Dress is business casual.

During the reprise, you are likely to see well-known faces that might include Jake Tapper of CNN, Andrea Mitchell of NBC, Judy Woodruff of PBS and Bret Baier of Fox News. Syndicated columnist Mark Shields relays highlights of the speeches that were delivered the night before, which typically include remarks by the President – or other member of the administration -  and a leading Democrat and leading Republican. Running the musical performance is the director of the President’s Own, the United States Marine Band, Lt. Col. Jason Fettig, the Club's musical director.

Tickets are $80 each. Because the Gridiron Club is a 501© (3) organization, $56 of the ticket cost is tax-deductible as a charitable contribution.

If you are interested in this fun event, please send a check by February 24 for $80 per ticket, made out to Gridiron Club and Foundation to:

 Carol Stevens

 3507 N. Ohio Street

 Arlington VA 22207

Tickets can be distributed to you before the show or held at Will Call outside the ballroom at the Washington Renaissance Hotel. (PF exclusive)