Public Affairs

Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America

kstetz — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 18:28:34 +0000

Client Case Study:

Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America: Media Training and Communications

Jessica Bayer

kstetz — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 21:43:07 +0000

Last Name:

Bayer

Headline:

Recruitment Strategy Aligned with Overall Business Strategy

jbayer@qorvis.com

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Bayer earned her bachelor’s degree in public relations with a minor in business administration from Louisiana State University.

Twitter @JessBayerDC
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/bayerrecruiting

Jessica Bayer joined Qorvis Communications as a senior director leading strategic plans to recruit the industry’s best talent and to enhance current and future client teams. Bayer has built a sterling reputation in the communications industry and strong relationships with the industry’s leaders. She possesses a demonstrated ability to use recruitment as a catalyst for resolving critical business issues and successfully partnering with internal stakeholders to ensure recruitment strategies are in alignment with the overall business strategy.

Wyeth Ruthven

kstetz — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 19:21:08 +0000

Last Name:

Ruthven

Headline:

Building legislative strategies on and off Capitol Hill

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Ruthven has Bachelor of Arts and Juris Doctor degrees from the University of Virginia.

With more than a decade of experience communicating on Capitol Hill and the campaign trail, Wyeth Ruthven provides strategic counsel for a variety of clients.

Prior to joining Qorvis, Ruthven spent more than a decade in politics as a speechwriter, communications director and campaign strategist. Wyeth came to Qorvis in 2009 directly from Capitol Hill, where he served as press secretary to Congressman Lloyd Doggett of Texas, crafting messaging for a wide variety of legislative initiatives pending before the House Ways and Means Committee.

SaveNetRadio: Government and Public Relations

intern — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 19:56:59 +0000

SaveNetRadio

When the Copyright Royalty Board, an obscure arm of Congress, dras- tically raised the royalty rates paid by Internet radio webcasters by a whopping 300%-1200%, the industry came to Qorvis

It's coalitions like this — that realize they need to make an impact quickly and effectively — that get the attention of members of Congress.”

Testimonial Author:

David All

Testimonial Author Title:

President

SaveNetRadio

When the Copyright Royalty Board, an obscure arm of Congress, dras- tically raised the royalty rates paid by Internet radio webcasters by a whopping 300%-1200%, the industry came to Qorvis to help them reverse the decision and save them before the bill came due. Qorvis mobilized supporters and within two weeks created SaveNetRadio, a broad-based coalition of more than 100,000 webcasters, listeners, artists and labels that catapulted the issue onto front pages across the country.

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: Media and Government Relations

intern — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 19:55:44 +0000

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Qorvis produced hundreds of media appearances for Saudi officials, organized major press conferences that generated worldwide media coverage and organized hundreds of outreach events nationwide. This multi-year endeavor has built upon the strong foundation that exists between the American and Saudi people and has contributed to the growth of an important alliance.

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Following the tragic events of September 11, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia selected Qorvis to neutralize negative media coverage it received nationwide after it was revealed that 15 of the 19 hijackers were from Saudi Arabia. In October 2001, Qorvis began its campaign-style efforts to reestablish the Saudi-U.S. relationship.

Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America: Media Training and Communications

intern — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 19:44:12 +0000

Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA)

PhRMA wanted to help the uninsured and under-insured gain access to the prescription medicines they need...

“In choosing our consulting team, we looked at innovative agencies that understand how to win and are not stuck in the ways of the past. What we like most about Qorvis is their broad-based, results-oriented campaign approach to tackling complex public policy debates. They’ve assembled a first-rate team.”

Testimonial Author:

Ken Johnson

Testimonial Author Title:

Senior Vice President

Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America

The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) wanted to help the uninsured and underinsured gain access to the prescription medicines they need. They launched a nationwide bus tour to highlight, in local news outlets, the hundreds of programs available to help patients access free or nearly free medicines. Using our state-of-the-art media training center, Qorvis worked with PhRMA execs to develop effective messages and ensure they were delivered with maximum effect.

Northern Virginia Technology Council: Creative and Government Relations

intern — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 19:40:46 +0000

Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC)

The Northern Virginia Technology Council, now the largest technology council of its kind in the U.S., engaged Qorvis...

"NVTC is delighted with the performance of Qorvis. Our organization has grown exponentially over the past few years and we needed a strategic communications firm that could tell our story to several different audiences across the nation. Qorvis' combination of senior-level involvement and dedication to maximizing all strategic opportunities has led to a great partnership and we value them as a part of our team. Working with Qorvis has been a very positive experience for NVTC.”

Testimonial Author:

Bobbie Kilberg

Testimonial Author Title:

President

Northern Virginia Technology Council

The Northern Virginia Technology Council, the largest technology council of its kind in the U.S., engaged Qorvis to position it for growth and to help it achieve its mission of providing valuable programs and services for the Northern Virginia technology community.

Financial Services Roundtable: Government and Media Relations

intern — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 19:33:00 +0000

Financial Services Roundtable

The Financial Services Roundtable, one of the most important and prestigious trade associations in Washington, DC...

"This project was complex and enormously important, especially in light of the 2006 election. Strength in numbers tangibly illustrates the size and impact of the Roundtable membership to House and Senate members and their staff on a state-by-state and district-by-district basis. It never would have been completed without the hard work and dedication from the team at Qorvis."

Testimonial Author:

Steve Bartlett

Testimonial Author Title:

President & CEO

Financial Services Roundtable

The Financial Services Roundtable, one of the most important and prestigious trade associations in Washington, D.C., wanted a way to demonstrate to U.S. senators and representatives that Roundtable members were important, both economically and politically, to their states and congressional districts. The Roundtable had to provide them with specific but usable information that clearly demonstrated the positive effects of its members on any given local economy.

Ensuring Digital Freedom for U.S. Consumers

intern — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 19:26:20 +0000

Ensuring Digital Freedom for U.S. Consumers

Anxious to bring balance to the debate on copyright reform, the Consumer Electronics Association, public interest groups and industry trade associations...

Through successful viral and grassroots efforts, web traffic to www.digitalfreedom.org increased significantly, and interest has converted into action as hundreds of innovators, consumers, and artists were recruited.

Ensuring Digital Freedom for U.S. Consumers

Anxious to bring balance to the debate on copyright reform, the Consumer Electronics Association, public interest groups and industry trade associations enlisted Qorvis to build and brand the world of digital technologies as leading the way to the future, and to educate consumers, the media and policymakers on the rights of artists and innovators in the digital age.

Wireless Innovation Alliance: Government Relations and Public Relations

intern — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 19:22:30 +0000

Wireless Innovation Alliance

Wireless Innovation Alliance: Realizing the potential of White Space technology...

“I like to think that I don't have the cynicism that so many people involved in politics have. I never, ever want a policymaker to do me a favor. I want the right policy adopted."

Testimonial Author:

Paul Misener

Politico

To end a lengthy and difficult battle with Washington’s most powerful lobbying groups at the FCC over the future use of the public broadcast spectrum, Qorvis built and led a broad-based coalition of tech industry leaders and public interest groups to educate Congress and the Commission on the vast potential of white space technology.

Adobe: Public Relations and Media Relations

intern — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 19:19:44 +0000

Adobe

An important aspect of Adobe’s document software platform is its security capabilities...

The cybersecurity event hosted by Adobe received significant media coverage, including articles in The Wall Street Journal, The Baltimore Sun, Government Computer News, IDG News, National Journal/Tech Daily and Communications Daily.

Adobe

An important aspect of Adobe’s document software platform is its security capabilities, especially because electronic document accessibility and security issues now resonate throughout most government and commercial organizations. Qorvis developed a program in which Adobe, together with RSA Security, would host a panel discussion on Capitol Hill with leading government security experts and invite members of the government, industry and press to attend.

Agriculture Coalition for Immigration Reform: Public Affairs and Communications

intern — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 19:17:37 +0000

Agriculture Coalition for Immigration Reform

“Qorvis was aggressive and creative. They got up to speed on the issue in a matter of days, and helped us refine our messages. While Congress ultimately failed to come to closure on the immigration debate, our Senate objectives were met, and Qorvis was the center of our success.”

Testimonial Author:

Craig Regelbrugge, Co-Chair

The Agriculture Coalition for Immigration Reform

After a security and enforcement bill that was widely seen as anti-employer and anti-immigrant passed the House, the debate shifted to the Senate with many competing interests seeking to influence the legislation. Looking to amplify its voice, the Agriculture Coalition for Immigration Reform (ACIR) turned to Qorvis for an integrated communications strategy.

Public Affairs

intern — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 18:51:40 +0000

A CAMPAIGN-STYLE APPROACH TO YOUR ORGANIZATION’S ISSUE THAT GETS RESULTS

Qorvis understands that there will be an “election day” and we’ll have to deliver results. To achieve wins, we work with clients to outline and deliver on clearly defined goals from start to finish.

Qorvis people are campaign people. We’re driven by the understanding that there will be an “election day” and that we’ll have to deliver results. We work with our clients to outline and deliver on clearly defined goals. Throughout a project, we track progress, communicate with our clients frequently, debate new ideas and approaches, and bring the energy, resources and professional contacts necessary to win.

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David Mayorga

intern — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 15:07:38 +0000

Last Name:

Mayorga

Headline:

Federal Government and Congressional Outreach Expert

dmayorga@qorvis.com

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“We must walk consciously only part way toward our goal, and then leap in the dark to our success.” - Henry David Thoreau

Mayorga graduated summa cum laude from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Arts in anthropology in 2003. With a focus on biological anthropology, Mayorga also has a strong background in research from his work at University of Florida’s Department of Pharmacology and the National Institute of Alcoholism and Alcohol Abuse in Washington, D.C.

LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/david-mayorga/9/62/82

David Mayorga, senior director, joined Qorvis in 2007. From his years of experience on Capitol Hill, Mayorga brings a keen understanding of the workings of our nation’s government, which he uses to help high-technology industry clients, associations, and foreign sovereign governments. He offers diverse and bilingual (Spanish and English) media relations expertise to Qorvis’ clients.

Jarrett Bens

intern — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 13:57:39 +0000

Last Name:

Bens

Headline:

Strategic Communicator. Prolific Writer. Savvy Marketer. Focused Researcher.

jbens@qorvis.com

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“At Qorvis we don’t simply generate discussion about important national policy issues, we help our clients lead the debate.”

Bens earned a master’s degree in political science from Villanova University and a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Temple University.

LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jarrettbens

Jarrett Bens has helped major corporations, national associations and other organizations navigate important and challenging communications issues related to energy, health care, technology, manufacturing, the environment, trade and transportation. He has designed and implemented integrated campaigns that reach policymakers, thought leaders, voters, the media and consumers – to influence public policy, move public opinion, and promote products and services.