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Kivvit Announces Addition of World Class Talent Across the Firm

Firm Bucks Industry Trend by Making Significant Investments to Support Clients Managing Opportunities and Risk in a Volatile Geopolitical Climate

NATIONAL - Today, Kivvit announced several high-profile hires and promotions as it expands its roster of public affairs professionals. The new team members will enhance the firm’s offerings nationally by bringing extensive experience in government, media, creative branding, data and analytics. Joining the Kivvit team are former New York Governor David Paterson; Chief Brand Strategist Stephan Miller; Director of Digital Strategy Kelly Meissgeier; and Managing Director Josh Vlasto.

“Kivvit is built for moments like this, and right now is the perfect time for us to recruit and retain world-class talent. Our strong focus on data-driven public affairs and issues management is putting us at the forefront with our clients as they manage both opportunities and risk in this complex geopolitical environment,” said Managing Partners Maggie Moran and Eric Sedler. “In fact, this volatile period is requiring organizations to run more sophisticated campaigns than ever before. This group of accomplished professionals will add to Kivvit’s already robust ability to run sophisticated campaigns to accomplish critical outcomes.”

“As a former Governor, I have worked with many public affairs firms, but none have impressed me as much as Kivvit,” said former Governor David Paterson. “Their continued commitment to data, analytics and innovation is unparalleled in this space. I am excited to be a part of this team and bring my years of experience to the growing firm.”

Governor Paterson will provide strategic counsel and assist the Managing Partners with developing and implementing a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion plan at Kivvit.

“In today’s crowded information environment, it is harder than ever to break through the noise with dynamic content that cut through the clutter. Kivvit is one of the few firms that is investing more resources in creating resonant visual content. That is why Kivvit is the perfect firm for me to bring my expertise,” said Stephan Miller, Chief Brand Strategist. “As someone who has worked in nearly two dozen countries, I can say that the Kivvit team sees the world differently and I’m ready for the challenge of advancing creative strategies and innovative thinking that create real world impact for our clients.”

As Chief Brand Strategist, Miller will lead creative thinking, messaging and visual strategy, and advertising production for Kivvit’s largest campaigns.

"I am excited to join the Kivvit team,” said new Managing Director Josh Vlasto. “My friends and colleagues at Kivvit are first class professionals with a depth of experience, knowledge and unmatched expertise that I believe makes Kivvit one of the preeminent national corporate and public affairs strategy firms in New York and across the country."

Vlasto was Senator Charles Schumer’s Press Secretary, Chief of Staff to Governor Andrew Cuomo, and Head of Corporate Communication for MacAndrews and Forbes.

In addition to the abovementioned postions, Kivvit recently hired Minni Gupta, Megan O’Leary, Aro Cho and Alfred Warren.

• Minni Gupta will serve as an Insights Strategy Principal on Kivvit’s industry-leading Insights team and supporting the integration of data and technology across the firm. She will be based in Washington, D.C. • Megan O’Leary joins as a Principal in the Washingdon, D.C. office. She is an award- winning public affairs and communications strategist with expertise in government and corporate sector work. • Aro Cho joins the creative team as the Motion Design Principal with expertise as a multimedia designer and developer who transforms complex ideas into engaging and informative animated video experiences. She will be based in New York City. • Alfred Warren is joining as an Associate and brings a strong background in media relations, social medial and digital communications. He will be based in Washington, D.C.

Kivvit is also announcing a round of promotions and new roles for current employees: • Sean Anderson, Principal (Chicago) • Alex Benedict, Associate (NY) • Rebecca Brown, Digital Associate (Chicago) • Claudia Dodge, Insights Strategy Principal (NY) • Alli Ehrman, Associate (NY) • Colleen Frerichs, Associate (DC) • Becca Hollinger, Design Associate (DC) • Karen Medina, Associate (Chicago) • Sofia Melgoza, Associate (Chicago) • Rachel Miller, Digital Associate (DC) • Mackenzie Shutler, Principal (DC) • Raiza Velez, Associate (Miami) • Ann Ziegler, Digital Associate (Chicago)

About Kivvit

Kivvit is one of the largest and fastest growing independent public affairs and strategic communications firms in the United States, with over 90 professionals across six offices in Chicago, New York, New Jersey, Washington, D.C., Miami, and Boston. Kivvit was named one of the Best Agencies to Work For and a Top 5 Digital Agency in North America by PRovoke Media. To learn more and see what we do, visit Kivvit.com and follow us @TeamKivvit.