David Botkins

Background

About David Botkins

Many years of threading the needle at the intersection of politics, policy, media and the law. Strategist, spokesman, writer for a Virginia governor, attorney general, cabinet secretary, agency director, candidate for governor, and a Fortune 200 energy company. Sifting through the technical to get to the practical - driving the message through all forms of media. Appointed and/or served under seven different Governors - both Republican and Democrat. Former award-winning print journalist with many years of experience in public relations, journalism, media relations, government relations, crisis communications, marketing, strategic planning, political consulting, event planning and image development. Bringing strategic and tactical together to get winning results, using social media to leverage and amplify. Have privately advised corporate, political, non-profit and faith-based leaders, organizations, individuals and their boards on sensitive communication matters requiring confidentiality and a deft-touch. Life-long learner, relationship builder, problem solver and community leader committed to public and volunteer service.