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| Tish Van Dyke |
Tish Van Dyke, a 20-year Edelman vet, is joining JPA Health as an EVP to lead its Public Health and One Health offerings, based in the agency’s Washington, DC office.
Most recently, Van Dyke was a founder of fluid-collective, a global network of senior advisors working with organizations tackling communications-intensive business issues. She has also worked with Sound Counsel, a risk, issues management and crisis-focused consultancy.
At Edelman, she oversaw the agency’s efforts to build offerings in health and technology and health and food. She served as chair of the agency’s global food and beverage sector, responsible for overseeing and building its food and beverage portfolio and advisory team, as well as directing the development of its food-related intellectual property.
In her new role, Van Dyke will work with clients to expand their visibility and impact to create lasting, positive change that will improve people’s health and wellbeing.
“With her proven track record of excellence in counseling clients, mentoring staff and delivering strong results for companies, brands, government agencies, and nonprofits, Tish will play a pivotal role in serving our clients and helping our team rise to even greater heights of success” said Carrie Jones, CEO of JPA Health.


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