Most recently, González served as the City Manager of the City of Miami, overseeing a workforce of 4,400 and a $1.7 Billion budget for Florida’s most- populous municipality

Fort Lauderdale, FL – Mercury, a leading global, bipartisan public strategy firm, announced the addition of Dr. Emilio González as Co-Chairman of its Florida team. A former appointee of President George W. Bush, González brings decades of experience in senior roles in both Washington and Florida at the federal and municipal levels.

“We are very pleased to welcome Emilio to the Mercury family,” said Mercury Partner Ashley Walker. “Emilio has worked in the highest levels of government while also being successful during his time in the private sector. He will provide strategic guidance and bring a level of expertise that our clients will certainly appreciate and that will build our presence in Tallahassee as well as in Washington and internationally.”

González joins Mercury after recently completing a successful two-year run as Manager of the City of Miami. Among his many accomplishments leading the Magic City was its financial turnaround. González left Miami with the second-lowest millage rate in 55 years, $2 million in reserves and the city’s highest bond rating in its 124-year history. Miami was also recognized for its government innovation technology. Prior to his tenure with the City, González was the CEO and Director of the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. Appointed by the Miami-Dade County Mayor, González led a workforce of more than 1,400 employees across Miami-Dade County’s five airports and also collaborated with federal partners such as the Department of Transportation, Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Aviation Administration. He also oversaw the day-to-day operations of MIA, which at the time was third in number of international passengers and first for international cargo among U.S. airports. In 2017, MIA welcomed a record 45 million passengers and secured agreements to have over 100 airlines flying into and out of it.

From 2006-2008, González served as Director of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services – a presidential nominee and Senate-confirmed post. During his tenure, he represented the Bush administration before Congress as its senior immigration official and led an enterprise-funded agency of 17,000 employees with a $3 billion budget. Prior to that role, González served as Director of Western Hemisphere Affairs for the National Security Council. In this role, he was the Bush White House’s expert on Central America and the Caribbean. Among his many accomplishments was the congressional approval of the Central American Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA) with Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Costa Rica, Nicaragua and the Dominican Republic.

“I am thrilled to be joining Mercury’s terrific team. It is truly a top-tier strategy firm with some of the best minds and most talented experts in the world,” González said. “I’m excited to hit the ground running.”

About Mercury
Mercury is a high-stakes, bipartisan public strategy firm. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services that includes federal government relations, international affairs, digital influence, public opinion research, media strategy and a bipartisan grassroots mobilization network in all 50 states. Our firm is not just led by top talent — we distinguish ourselves by having senior talent deeply engaged in each project from start to finish, a promise we keep to clients. The firm has an established global presence, with U.S. offices in Washington, DC, New York, California, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Florida, and Tennessee, as well as international offices in London and Mexico City. Mercury is a part of the Omnicom Public Relations Group.

About Omnicom Public Relations
Group Omnicom Public Relations Group is a global collective of three of the top global public relations agencies worldwide and specialist agencies in areas including public affairs, marketing to women, global health strategy and corporate social responsibility. It encompasses more than 6,300 public relations professionals in more than 370 offices worldwide who provide their expertise to companies, government agencies, NGOs and nonprofits across a wide range of industries. Omnicom Public Relations Group delivers for clients through a relentless focus on talent, continuous pursuit of innovation and a culture steeped in collaboration. Omnicom Public Relations Group is part of the DAS Group of Companies, a division of Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE: OMC) that includes more than 200 companies in a wide range of marketing disciplines including advertising, public relations, healthcare, customer relationship management, events, promotional marketing, branding and research.

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Mike Hernandez
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Former Counsel to Senate Leadership and Chief-of-Staff for Delaware Democratic Senator Chris Coons joins Bipartisan Government Relations Practice

Washington, D.C. – Mercury, a leading global, bipartisan public strategy firm, announced the addition of Adam Bramwell as Managing Director to its Washington, D.C. office. Adam brings years of experience in legislative, organizational, compliance and political strategy, having served as a chief of staff and general counsel in the United States Senate before launching an independent business consultancy.

“We are pleased to welcome Adam to our growing bipartisan team,” said Mercury Partner Vin Weber. “Adam brings an impressive combination of legislative and strategic expertise, having advised Senate leadership of both parties and managed a deep legislative portfolio shaping intellectual property, foreign affairs and other impactful policy areas. Adding him to the Mercury ranks means he will provide our clients with that same level of expertise.”

Adam Bramwell joins Mercury after a more than two-decade career on Capitol Hill, most recently as Chief of Staff and General Counsel to U.S. Senator Christopher A. Coons (D-Delaware) between 2016 and 2019. In this position, Mr. Bramwell supervised the Senator’s Washington, DC office while advising on political, legislative and policy priorities at the national and state levels. As a long-time Senate veteran, Mr. Bramwell’s guidance was highly sought after, which is underscored by his leadership experience and Senator Coons’ respected standing and committee assignments – Appropriations, Judiciary, Foreign Relations, Ethics, and Democratic Steering and Outreach.

Before serving in Senator Coons’ office, Mr. Bramwell spent over thirteen years as General Counsel to the Secretary of the United States Senate. In this capacity, he oversaw the legal operations of a $40 million, 250-person organization charged with the administration of the Senate. Mr. Bramwell also served as the Senate’s primary legal advisor regarding Lobbying Disclosure Act guidance and compliance, and continuity of government planning, as well as a trove of other regulatory issues.

Earlier, he worked as counsel to the Senate Select Committee on Ethics providing legal advice to Senators, officers and employees regarding the Code of Official Conduct and ethics laws. Prior to his transition into politics in 1995, Mr. Bramwell worked in both the non-profit and private sectors, serving as counsel and director of field service at the I Have A Dream Foundation, as well as an associate at Mudge Rose Guthrie Alexander & Ferdon in New York.

“I am thrilled to be a part of Mercury’s terrific team and excited to be part of a robust and world-class field of experts who are helping others in these difficult times and in the better, not-too-distant, future,” said Mr. Bramwell. “I am honored by the opportunity to apply my skills and experience in helping Mercury assist and guide its clients both for the near and the long-term.”

About Mercury
Mercury is a high-stakes, bipartisan public strategy firm. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services that includes federal government relations, international affairs, digital influence, public opinion research, media strategy and a bipartisan grassroots mobilization network in all 50 states. Our firm is not just led by top talent — we distinguish ourselves by having senior talent deeply engaged in each project from start to finish, a promise we keep to clients. The firm has an established global presence, with U.S. offices in Washington, DC, New York, California, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Florida, and Tennessee, as well as international offices in London and Mexico City. Mercury is a part of the Omnicom Public Relations Group.

About Omnicom Public Relations Group
Omnicom Public Relations Group is a global collective of three of the top global public relations agencies worldwide and specialist agencies in areas including public affairs, marketing to women, global health strategy and corporate social responsibility. It encompasses more than 6,300 public relations professionals in more than 370 offices worldwide who provide their expertise to companies, government agencies, NGOs and nonprofits across a wide range of industries. Omnicom Public Relations Group delivers for clients through a relentless focus on talent, continuous pursuit of innovation and a culture steeped in collaboration. Omnicom Public Relations Group is part of the DAS Group of Companies, a division of Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE: OMC) that includes more than 200 companies in a wide range of marketing disciplines including advertising, public relations, healthcare, customer relationship management, events, promotional marketing, branding and research.

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Katya Myagkova
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Addition of three nationally-recognized public affairs experts further establishes firm’s best-in-class team and suite of services

Austin, TX – Mercury, a leading global, bipartisan public strategy firm, announced the addition of three nationally-recognized, veteran public affairs professionals to the company’s powerful public affairs team. Danner Bethel, Adam Goldman and Lauren Willis are founders of Ironclad Partners, a top-tier Texas-based public affairs firm offering government relations, strategic communications, reputation management and strategic counsel. With their move, Ironclad will be fully integrated to Mercury Texas.

Bethel, Goldman and Willis bring decades of experience and success at delivering results. Across the political, corporate and non-profit sectors, they have a record of navigating tough political fights; protecting, shaping and enhancing global brands; and creating a full scope of winning public affairs strategies.

“We are thrilled to welcome these seasoned, talented leaders to our Texas team,” said Mercury CEO Kieran Mahoney. “Danner, Adam and Lauren bring deep policy and political expertise that will help our clients continue to navigate the fast-paced public affairs arena in Texas.”

Danner Bethel comes to Mercury with over 25 years of public affairs experience involving work at the federal, state and local levels. Prior to founding Ironclad Partners, Bethel was the U.S. Chief Operating Officer for H+K Strategies, a global public relations firm, where he helped manage a $120M P&L with 350 employees. Bethel also spent 10 years working in a variety of capacities for President George W. Bush.

Adam Goldman offers more than 25 years of experience in the development and implementation of legislative, communications and political strategies. Prior to founding Ironclad Partners, Goldman was president and founder of Windmill Consulting where he lobbied for clients such as Google, Uber, DJI Technology, Wal-Mart and Darden Restaurants. Goldman spent 10 years prior working for President George W. Bush, culminating in a White House position as special assistant to the president and deputy director of the Office of Public Liaison.

Lauren Willis has over 20 years of public policy, campaign and communications experience. Before founding Ironclad Partners, Willis served as the Director of Communications and Information Services for current Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Glenn Hegar. Lauren spent nearly 10 years prior working for President George W. Bush in various communications roles. Prior to her work for President Bush, Lauren spent three legislative sessions working in both the Texas House and Senate.

About Mercury
Mercury is a high-stakes, bipartisan public strategy firm. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services that includes federal government relations, international affairs, digital influence, public opinion research, media strategy and a bipartisan grassroots mobilization network in all 50 states. Our firm is not just led by top talent — we distinguish ourselves by having senior talent deeply engaged in each project from start to finish, a promise we keep to clients. The firm has an established global presence, with U.S. offices in Washington, DC, New York, California, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Florida, and Tennessee, as well as international offices in London and Mexico City. Mercury is a part of the Omnicom Public Relations Group.

About Omnicom Public Relations Group
Omnicom Public Relations Group is a global collective of three of the top global public relations agencies worldwide and specialist agencies in areas including public affairs, marketing to women, global health strategy and corporate social responsibility. It encompasses more than 6,300 public relations professionals in more than 370 offices worldwide who provide their expertise to companies, government agencies, NGOs and nonprofits across a wide range of industries. Omnicom Public Relations Group delivers for clients through a relentless focus on talent, continuous pursuit of innovation and a culture steeped in collaboration. Omnicom Public Relations Group is part of the DAS Group of Companies, a division of Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE: OMC) that includes more than 200 companies in a wide range of marketing disciplines including advertising, public relations, healthcare, customer relationship management, events, promotional marketing, branding and research.

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Maria Alvarado
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Class of 2020 partners represent firm leaders in strategic communications, government affairs and digital practices from the California, New York, and Washington DC offices

Washington, D.C. – Mercury, a leading global, bipartisan public strategy firm, announced the addition of six new leaders to the firm’s growing partnership. The individuals promoted into senior leadership in 2020 are: Dan Bank, Ben Feller, Jan Feuerstadt, Nicole Flotteron, Bryan Lanza, and Jennifer Wlach.

“I am proud to announce six new members have been elected to the Mercury partnership, the largest class in the history of the firm,” said Kieran Mahoney, Mercury’s Chief Executive Officer. “This group represents the best of Mercury — they are smart and relentless, leaders in their respective fields, while also embodying and espousing Mercury’s culture and spirit of collaboration. Their advancement highlights Mercury’s increasing capabilities and geographical strength.”

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Dan Bank provides strategic counsel to Mercury’s global clientele on a range of communication matters, with a focus on anticipatory issues management, crisis response and reputational challenges. Dan serves as an advisor to Fortune 50 chief executives, advocacy leaders and entrepreneurs, and he has cross-sector experience in various industries, including agriculture, consumer retail, defense, education, financial services, real estate and technology. Dan joined Mercury in 2013 after working for nearly eight years as a producer at FOX News Channel.

Ben Feller is a leader of messaging and media strategy at Mercury, where he has built a practice of helping people and organizations tell their stories. An award-winning writer, Ben offers strategic counsel on communications after a 20-year journalism career in which he distinguished himself as one of the finest reporters in the nation. Ben specializes in crafting powerful messaging for corporations, universities, and foundations, and in managing fast- moving media campaigns. He joined Mercury in 2013 after serving as the chief White House correspondent for The Associated Press, where he covered Presidents Barack Obama and George W. Bush and led presidential reporting for the largest news organization in the world.

Jan Feuerstadt has run a multitude of successful government relations campaigns across New York City and State for more than a decade. With a portfolio spanning fintech, energy, environmental sustainability, education and advocacy, Jan has secured millions in the New York State budget each year. She has advised medium to large scale corporations as well as non-profits, helping them navigate significant wins in public policy and business development. Jan joined Mercury in 2015, helping grow and lead government relations capabilities in both New York City and Albany. Prior to Mercury, she served in the Clinton and Bush administrations, in the Department of Housing and Urban Development working for HUD Secretary and current NYS Governor Andrew Cuomo. Jan’s pro-bono work includes the Alzheimer’s Association, the National Eating Disorders Association, as well as serving on the University of Massachusetts – Amherst Alumni Board of Directors and as Founder and current Board Member of UMASS Women Into Leadership.

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Nicole Flotteron joined Mercury in 2014, where she leads the firm’s global digital practice. In this capacity, Nicole advises and executes integrated digital campaigns for Fortune 500 companies, executives, and international advocacy organizations across a number of sectors, including energy, technology, healthcare, foreign policy and education. Now based in Mercury’s Washington, D.C. office after four years in New York City, Nicole has made digital a core component of the firm’s strategy to solve complex public affairs challenges. She previously served as a digital operative on political campaigns throughout the northeast and mid-Atlantic.

Bryan Lanza serves clients as a Republican strategist with extensive experience in political campaigns, policy and media relations, Bryan provides key leadership for clients across Mercury’s U.S. and international offices. Bryan joined Mercury in 2017 after serving as Communications Director for President Donald J. Trump’s Transition Team and Deputy Communications Director for the Trump-Pence Presidential Campaign. Bryan was named by The Hill as one of the top lobbyists in 2018 and 2019. Mercury California

Jennifer Wlach leads Mercury’s San Francisco office, specializing in media strategy, thought leadership, executive consulting and public affairs campaign management. Jen joined Mercury in 2013, helping to launch the firm’s media strategy capability. She advises leading companies, trade associations, philanthropic organizations and advocacy groups across all policy sectors. In 2019, Jen moved to San Francisco, establishing the firm’s presence in the Bay Area, and building upon Mercury’s strong presence in Los Angeles and Sacramento. Prior to her tenure with the firm, Jen worked for a decade in broadcast journalism as a network news booker and producer for ABC News.

Bank, Feller, Feuerstadt, Flotteron, Lanza, and Wlach all previously served as Managing Directors in their respective offices.

About Mercury
Mercury is a high-stakes, bipartisan public strategy firm. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services that includes federal government relations, international affairs, digital influence, public opinion research, media strategy and a bipartisan grassroots mobilization network in all 50 states. Our firm is not just led by top talent — we distinguish ourselves by having senior talent deeply engaged in each project from start to finish, a promise we keep to clients. The firm has an established global presence, with U.S. offices in Washington, DC, New York, California, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Florida, and Tennessee, as well as international offices in London and Mexico City. Mercury is a part of the Omnicom Public Relations Group.

About Omnicom Public Relations Group
Omnicom Public Relations Group is a global collective of three of the top global public relations agencies worldwide and specialist agencies in areas including public affairs, marketing to women, global health strategy and corporate social responsibility. It encompasses more than 6,300 public relations professionals in more than 370 offices worldwide who provide their expertise to companies, government agencies, NGOs and nonprofits across a wide range of industries. Omnicom Public Relations Group delivers for clients through a relentless focus on talent, continuous pursuit of innovation and a culture steeped in collaboration. Omnicom Public Relations Group is part of the DAS Group of Companies, a division of Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE: OMC) that includes more than 200 companies in a wide range of marketing disciplines including advertising, public relations, healthcare, customer relationship management, events, promotional marketing, branding and research.

Contact:
Hannah Kikano
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