A co-founder of ICR and former litigator, John co-manages the company's corporate communications group. He specializes in corporate positioning and reputation, media strategy, crisis management, internal communications and litigation support. John develops and implements strategic communications programs for companies across a broad range of business sectors, including retail, e-commerce, consumer goods, restaurant, manufacturing and sports and entertainment. He began his communications career as a political consultant 20 years ago, advising candidates, trade organizations and corporate clients. He also has served as director of communications and government relations for one of New England's leading labor unions and spent five years as senior advisor to Connecticut's attorney general. As an attorney, John practiced at one of Connecticut's leading law firms, where he represented clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to small entrepreneurs in commercial litigation in state and federal courts. John earned a B.A. in Economics and Political Science from the University of Richmond, and a JD with honors from the University of Connecticut. He is a member of the Connecticut Bar and the Federal Bar for the District of Connecticut. |