Jason has a unique background in national politics, policy, public affairs/communications, project management and he has run and managed a $40 million small business. He brings more than 20+ years of leadership & management, issue advocacy, strategic communications, C-suite engagement, empathy and passion from a diverse set of professional & personal experiences.
Before transitioning to his current role at Growth Process Partners (GPP), as a strategic communications/business consultant to banking, food & beverage, education and non-profit clients, Jason served as President & CEO of Schenck Foods Company, a broadline food distribution business based in Northern Virginia, serving a one-hundred-mile radius with approximately $40 million in annual revenues.
Prior to the aforementioned, Jason led the William Robert Group, a consulting firm based in Dallas, Texas, specializing in Telecom executive positioning and strategic & crisis communications. Before that formation, he was Senior Vice President at Hill+Knowlton Strategies, providing strategic & crisis communications guidance to clients in the energy and telecommunication industries – leading H+K’s largest US client relationship in corporate and strategic communications – AT&T.
For two years prior to joining Hill+Knowlton Strategies, Jason provided strategic advice/guidance to the Pickens Plan, a $100 million public policy campaign to turn America’s attention to reducing our dependence on foreign oil. He worked as a Vice President for Network Relations, LLC, where he served as a liaison to political/issue groups and coordinated activities with IT, media, public relations, and lobbying teams to ensure continuity of messaging and strategy.
Previously, he was a consultant for The Riley Group, LLC, where he lead a team of regional directors tasked with encouraging ratification of the Korean Trade Agreement. Jason was also the regional political director on the John McCain 2008 campaign and an associate director for the Office of Political Affairs at The White HouMore...
April Martin
Head of Ecomm Corporate Affairs and Communications@Kroger
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April Martin is a seasoned communications professional who currently serves as the Head of Ecomm Corporate Affairs and Communications at Kroger Company. With an impressive career spanning over a decade, she has honed her skills in public relations, corporate communications, and strategic planning. Prior to joining Kroger, April held significant roles in several renowned companies where she excelled in shaping corporate narratives and driving public relations strategies. Her ability to seamlessly merge traditional communication methods with digital platforms sets her apart in the industry. April holds a degree in communications and business, and her expertise lies in managing corporate reputation, crisis communications, and stakeholder relations. She is passionate about utilizing her skills to enhance company growth and foster a positive corporate image.More...