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| Jason Ouimet |
Shumaker Advisors hires Jason Ouimet as SVP of federal affairs, effective March 6. Ouimet comes to the firm after spending 18 years working for the NRA, most recently as executive director of the National Rifle Association Institute for Legislative Action. He was previously a legislative assistant to former Sen. Saxby Chambliss (R-GA) and an analyst for the National Republican Senatorial Committee and Republican National Committee. “He is hardworking, honest, and decisive,” said Ryan Walker, who is also a senior vp of federal affairs at the firm. “And with more than 20 years of experience in U.S. legislative and regulatory policymaking, Jason will certainly be an asset to help our clients achieve their goals.
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Six Flags Entertainment Corporation names Edithann Velez Ramey as CMO. Velez Ramey most recently served as CMO for On The Border Restaurants, where she led marketing, culinary and catering initiatives. She has also held strategic management roles at TopGolf Entertainment Group, Chili’s Grill & Bar and Maggiano’s Little Italy. At Six Flags, Velez Ramey will be responsible for driving and overseeing the company’s marketing strategy, including guest experience, group sales, and sponsorships, as well as driving growth and brand awareness. “Her experience working with fast-growing and established brands will be critical to our success as we continue to invest in the guest experience and grow our company,” said Six Flags president and CEO Selim Bassoul.
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| Leslie Ternes Smith |
Smokey Mo’s BBQ, which operates 18 locations in Texas, hires Leslie Ternes Smith as VP of marketing. Smith was most recently vice president, brand marketing at Tiff’s Treats and she has also served as vice president of global marketing at Juicy Couture. “With Leslie’s proven track record of leading brands through successful marketing campaigns, she is a fantastic addition to the Smokey Mo’s marketing team,” said Smokey Mo’s BBQ president Craig Haley.
Narrative Strategies hires Chris Bissex as a managing director. Bissex was most recently deputy director of public affairs for the Federal Trade Commission... Marino promotes Elizabeth Latino to COO and managing director.... he Charlotte Hornets hire Big 12 Conference chief brand & business officer Tyrel Kirkham as CMO. 
Breakwater Strategy, a strategic insights and communications consultancy, brings on former CNN justice correspondent Jessica Schneider as a VP... Stratacomm, a DC-based firm, names Darren Scher chief operating and integration officer. Scher comes to the agency from Adfero, where he was most recently managing director... Dreamday hires Veronica Gauthier as SVP of growth... TextNow appoints Bonnie Herche as VP of marketing. Herche joins the company from Crain Communications
DCI Group has hired Will Stevens, who has more than 20 years of
Imre names Fred Hickman EVP, group account lead. Hickman joins Imre from Klick, an agency that works with life sciences companies... Residence, a global network of creative companies, brings on Julian McBride as head of communications, a newly created role... Sherlock Communications, which has offices in Bogotå, Buenos Aires, Mexico City, Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo and Santiago, appoints Bianca Boucault, Maria Amelia Costa and Patricia Zylberman as managing directors.
Nick Mammano, who was president/CEO of the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority, has rejoined Mercury Public Affairs as a managing director in its Saddle Brook office.
