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| Keith Cocozza |
Keith Cocozza, who was executive VP of marketing & communications at WarnerMedia, has signed on as senior advisor at Chartwell Strategy Group.
The 19-year veteran of Time Warner exited WarnerMedia in August as part of new CEO Jason Kilar's plan to restructure the AT&T unit.
Cocozza, who runs Inwood Consulting, also worked in the New York City mayor’s office as legislative affairs director and was public information officer for Governor Mario Cuomo
“Keith and Brandon bring a proven track record of helping organizations navigate complex public affairs and corporate communications challenges,” said Matt Epperly, Chartwell co-founder.
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| Brandon Brown |
Chartwell also recruited Democratic politico Brandon Brown, who was southern states director for Tim Ryan’s 2020 presidential run, and South Carolina deputy political director for Joe Biden’s 2007/2008 campaign, for senior advisor duty.
Brown also held institutional advancement posts at Jackson State University and Paine College, both HBCUs.
“Their experience as trusted advisors to C-suite executives and government leaders will provide tremendous value to our clients. Companies are increasingly seeking strategic counsel from battle-tested consultants who understand the intersection of business, public policy, and reputation management,” said Epperly.
Miller Strategies, the well-connected Republican firm, has inked a $1.5M one-year consulting contract from Emirates Global Aluminum, the biggest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates outside the oil & gas sector.
Anthropic, the San Francisco-based artificial intelligence start-up, has retained Republican powerhouse firm Fierce Government Relations for DC representation.
Chad Horrell, who was senior manager for government relations at DoorDash, has joined BGR Group as VP in its state and local practice.
Continental Strategy, which has close ties with the Trump administration, has registered Geneva-based Rolex as a client for services regarding the tariffs on watch imports.
Kimberly-Clark calls on Ballard Partners as it moves to acquires Kenvue, maker of Tylenol. 
