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| Emma Vaughn |
Emma Vaughan, who most recently was deputy communications director at the Republican National Committee, has joined BGR Public Relations as a VP.
She was responsible for the RNC’s PR strategy, working in conjunction with its members, the GOP Congressional and Senatorial panels, elected officials and candidates to drive messages and narratives for the 24-hour news cycle.
Vaughn also worked as Florida communications director and spokesperson for Trump Victory, and served on the campaign teams for GOP House candidates in New York and Ohio.
Jeff Birnbaum, president of BGR PR, said Vaughn’s decade of experience in strategic communications and public policy in DC and around the country positions her well to serve his firm’s clients.


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