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E: jason@keadjian.comJason Keadjian, Founder & CEO
Executive Vice President
LinkedIn
Jenny specializes in community outreach, stakeholder engagement and project management for large-scale statewide initiatives. Since joining Keadjian in 2007, she has guided major developers, utilities and municipalities in rolling out and successfully managing some of their most complex programs. When she’s not working, Jenny can be found spending time with her kids or kicking back on the couch planning her next big adventure.
Senior Vice President
LinkedIn
Katie’s specialty is driving communications for Fortune 100 companies and large organizations undergoing massive business transformation, leveraging her more than 20 years of public relations experience. She is responsible for award-winning campaigns that cut across corporate communications, crisis communications, strategic media relations, and employee communications. Outside the office, she enjoys exploring Lake Tahoe.
Senior Vice President
LinkedIn
Ed’s expertise lies in helping clients develop and launch large-scale communications programs, for both internal and external audiences. Since joining Keadjian in 2007, he has helped mitigate reputational risk, navigate complex regulatory issues, and communicate difficult topics in simple terms. In his off-hours, he spends time with his wife, son, dog and cats, and takes his road bike out for a spin.
Senior Advisor
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Mary Ellen brings more than 30 years of experience in managing local government relations for a California-based Fortune 200 company, including crisis communications, stakeholder engagement and major project permitting and support. She provides strategic counsel on stakeholder engagement for high-profile projects. She began her career as a Press Secretary for local government. Mary Ellen enjoys travelling and exploring with her dog and family.
Vice President
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Leah is the brain trust of Keadjian, managing day-to-day operations of the agency while providing support to some of our largest clients. She has guided utility clients on high-profile corporate communications and public affairs programs that benefit the local community. When she’s not at her desk, she can be found indulging in a good bottle of wine.
Vice President
Over the last 20 years, Devin has managed complex development and environmental projects requiring active community, stakeholder, regulatory and media outreach. He regularly coordinates hands-on coalition-building and grassroots support. Out of the office, he can be found on the yoga mat or swimming laps in the pool.
Vice President
LinkedIn
Lisa’s expertise ranges from crisis communications and media relations to strategic messaging for large, consumer-facing brands and executives. Having managed communications for two major entertainment complexes in the Bay Area, she also has experience in government and public affairs as it relates to large-scale development and retail projects. Lisa enjoys yoga, skiing and boating.
Vice President
LinkedIn
Stacy brings a unique skill set to Keadjian having both project management and graphic design expertise. She works with clients on high-profile communications efforts with a focus on stakeholder engagement and program execution. Away from the office, she can be found cheering on her favorite Bay Area sports teams.
Vice President
LinkedIn
Valery brings years of experience providing project management, community relations and stakeholder engagement support for high-profile initiatives. She is a true task master in the best sense of the word. When not working, she is often hiking new trails with her husband.
Creative Director
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Dana manages the agency’s creative content development and production. She is able to take complex concepts and create materials for use across multiple media platforms that effectively and efficiently inform and resonate. When she’s not working, she can be found checking out Bay Area restaurants and breweries with her friends.
Account Director
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Bobby brings experience working on grassroots campaigns and stakeholder engagement. His unique ability to distill complex ideas into straightforward, comprehensive messaging provides valued support to large-scale internal and external engagements. Outside of work, Bobby enjoys golfing and discovering new restaurants.
Account Director
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Elizabeth’s expertise is focused on the intersection of planning, community engagement and communication. As a trained public participation practitioner, she has a passion for working on projects related to land use, infrastructure and the Triple Bottom Line. In her spare time, she enjoys visiting local art galleries and reading.
Account Director
LinkedIn
Erica is a seasoned media relations specialist and strategic consultant. Having worked in both the regulatory and environmental sectors, her expertise lies in organizational leadership, project management and executing strategic communications campaigns. In her free time, Erica enjoys wine tasting and exploring new places.
Account Director
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Matt is a skilled project manager and strategic external engagement specialist. His expertise stems from his years of experience working with a variety of state and local stakeholders. He is a talented writer with a track record of producing high-quality deliverables. Matt spends his downtime with his wife and their cat.
Account Director
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Rachael’s expertise ranges from media relations and crisis communications to community engagement and social media management. She brings more than 10 years of experience developing and executing strategic communications campaigns in the entertainment, healthcare, high tech and utility industries. She enjoys wine tasting, hiking and camping.
Account Director
LinkedIn
Zach brings expertise in complex public affairs programs focused on community engagement, media relations and crisis communications. He has a decade of experience developing and executing strategic campaigns for infrastructure, land use and public policy projects. Outside of the office he enjoys surfing, rock climbing and backpacking with his wife.
Director of Special Projects
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David brings 15 years of experience with employee and client management to his role driving recruiting and cultivating partnerships at Keadjian. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time outdoors with his three children and creating home videos.
Account Director
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Bernadette specializes in building trust-based relationships among stakeholders and delivering creative communications strategies with tangible business outcomes. Prior to moving to the Bay area, Bernadette has worked in global Public Relations agencies across Asia, which honed her global mindset and abilities to run multi-cultural campaigns. Outside of work, Bernadette volunteers her time to advance Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) in her community. She loves food, traveling and scuba diving.
Account Director
LinkedIn
Jackie’s expertise ranges from media relations and crisis communications to digital marketing and social media. As a former Emmy-award winning television reporter, she brings more than a decade of experience connecting with audiences and creating effective messaging that resonates. She enjoys spending time with her family and going on adventures, both big and small.
Senior Vice President
LinkedIn
Brent’s specialties are driving crisis communications, executive communications, thought leadership and corporate strategy. Leveraging more than 35 years of experience, Brent is a veteran communications strategist experienced in healthcare, utilities, telecommunications, energy and nonprofits. Outside the office, he teaches communications and enjoys cooking, travel and the San Francisco Giants.
Vice President
LinkedIn
Cayenne’s expertise includes strategic and crisis communications using both traditional and digital media channels in the public and private sectors. She is an experienced media spokesperson, who trains and counsels others. Cayenne enjoys time at the beach, attempting to surf and spending time with her family.
Director of Finance
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Ricky’s skills range from building and managing budgets to driving strategic planning and execution. He brings 20 years of finance experience with the majority of his career spent supporting public relations agencies. He enjoys farming and raising livestock with his three kids and wife.
Account Director
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Gabriella’s specialties are developing and executing strategic communication campaigns in support of complex projects and initiatives. With a background in community organizing and stakeholder engagement, she brings years of experience driving proactive public relations programs on behalf of consumer-facing brands and coalitions. Outside of the office she enjoys traveling and cooking.
Director of Operations
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Lauren is a values-driven people leader with global experience building thriving agencies that support their people and culture. Her strength is developing operations programs that align with company values and fortifying employee engagement. When not at work, you can find Lauren mentoring recent college graduates and traveling the world.
