Strategic Adviser and Communications Leader experienced in building coalitions and elevating candidate brands. Achieved operational efficiency in campaigns and authored statewide technology infrastructure frameworks as Campaign Manager and AI policy adviser. Focused on developing strategic alliances with global brands and enhancing national profiles through effective relationship management and messaging.
Led overall campaign operations, message discipline, and resource allocation to establish the campaign as one of the most efficient in modern Colorado history.
Served as principal Policy Adviser on Artificial Intelligence, evaluating ethical AI governance, regulatory impacts, data privacy, and technological sovereignty.
Outlined the conceptual development for statewide AI infrastructure, creating strategic blueprints for state-level compute capacity, data policy, and technological innovation.
Managed lean, high-performing field and digital teams to drive hyper-targeted voter engagement and coalition growth. Corey Gibson Consulting
Leveraged innovative AI tools to enhance communications, streamline field operations, and improve campaign efficiency.
Owner / Strategic Consultant
2 Years 9 Months
Corey Gibson Consulting | 11.2023 - Current
Advise political campaigns on strategic communications, branding, coalition development, and media placement.
Communications Director for Semi Bird for Governor, leading multi-channel communications and national media outreach.
Contributed to WA Systematic Policy Learning Center subcommittee for local governance protection and policy frameworks.
Developed strategic messaging and alliance support for gubernatorial and State Senate campaigns.
Owner - Strategic Consultant
3 Years 7 Months
Corey Gibson Consulting | 01.2023 - Current
Advise political campaigns, brands, and businesses on strategic communications, branding, policy, and media strategy.
Served on the National and State-Level Subcommittee for the WA Systematic Policy Learning Center, contributing to policy frameworks designed to protect local governance and combat state overreach.
Developed strategic messaging for gubernatorial and State Senate campaigns, aligning communications with conservative values and public policy goals.
Managed statewide communications and media strategy as Communications Director for Semi Bird for Governor of Washington.
Led multi-channel communications teams, driving voter engagement, coalition building, and policy advocacy.
Crafted and secured high-impact national media placements to elevate candidate and brand visibility.
Cultural Commentary: Regularly featured on TV and in national publications, offering critical analysis on corporate branding, policy shifts, and cultural issues.
Candidate
11 Months
Candidate for U.S. Congress, Washington’s 4th District | 09.2022 - 08.2023
Created the America First P.A.C.T. (Protecting America's Constitution and Traditions), establishing the nation's first strategic alliance for America First federal candidates.
Organized and hosted "Fight Back America" rally series, fostering community involvement and activism throughout WA's 4th Congressional District.
Coordinated and facilitated an official diplomatic visit for Kamikawa Yōko, Second Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan.
Partner/Creative Director
5 Years 4 Months
Nexus Creative | 02.2017 - 06.2022
Developed brand positioning and messaging strategies for Tenet and Mid-Ten, creating the world's first genetic certification in the beef industry.
Gave TEDx talk on genetic discovery in beef genetics.
Developed genetic testing kit for ranchers.
Launched global marketing campaigns for Amarillo Hop, enhancing brand awareness and expanding market reach.
President
3 Years
Cause Elephant | 01.2013 - 01.2016
Designed and executed high-impact cause marketing initiatives for global entertainment properties including "Empire" and "Shrek, The Musical," driving measurable social impact and corporate alignment.
Led the first joint cause-marketing initiative between Fox Studios and Fox Network, coordinating across senior executive teams.
Developed strategic corporate partnerships between the studio and major global brands, including Apple and Ford.
Produced and managed the "Shrek, The Musical" landmark event at Hollywood & Highland in Hollywood, California.
Director, Cause Marketing & Communications
3 Years
Creative Asylum | 01.2009 - 01.2012
Pioneered television’s first cause-marketing campaign, delivering Fox Studios’ highest-performing marketing initiative by return on investment (ROI).
Spearheaded 'Glee Give a Note' for 20th Century Fox, resulting in $47M ROI and increased visibility for arts education.
Secured strategic brand partnerships and lobbied successfully for National Music in Schools Week.
Produced PSAs featuring celebrity spokespersons
Organized multiple celebrity events to benefit Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and U.S. music education
Early Career - Actor/Host
The Walt Disney Company
Chosen as first live-event/on-camera host for Walt Disney Company, establishing a new standard in event hosting.
Hosted over 10 live events for audiences exceeding 2,500, enhancing audience engagement and experience.
Produced and hosted on-camera segments and live events, including the Pirates of the Caribbean world premiere.
Produced and hosted more than 30 behind-the-scenes segments for Walt Disney Company, including the 50th anniversary special, showcasing company milestones.
Appeared in multiple national TV spots and commercials.
Education
- Foreign Affairs
Bellevue College | Bellevue, WA | 01-2000
Focused studies in Foreign Affairs; selected delegate, Model UN at UN Headquarters, New York.
Skills
Relationship management & strategic partnership building
AI & Emerging Technology Policy Advising
Campaign operations optimization
District knowledge
Brand development
Campaign operations
Strategic communications
Grassroots mobilization
Local Governance Strategy
AI policy
Event production
Policy Development
Accomplishments
Led one of the most operationally efficient political campaigns in modern Colorado history
Founded America First P.A.C.T., the nation’s first strategic alliance for America First candidates
Authored the conceptual framework for statewide AI infrastructure and tech integration
Delivered a $47 million ROI, the highest marketing return in 20th Century Fox history
Built high-level strategic alliances with global brands, entertainment properties, and Fox executives
Served as principal AI Policy Adviser while directing lean campaign operations
Secured national media placements and culture-war commentary (Newsmax, Fox, OAN)
Authored two peer-reviewed papers accepted by the Washington Systematic Policy Learning Center and the American Social Sciences Association
Volunteer & Community Leadership
Rotary International, 2017, Present
Board of Directors, Foster First, 2021, Present
Media, Speaking & Public Commentary
Regular guest on Newsmax’s Eric Bolling: The Balance as a culture-war commentator.
Frequent appearances on Fox News, OAN, and in national print outlets (Washington Examiner, Washington Times).
TEDx speaker on genetic markers in beef tenderness; recognized cultural analyst on corporate “wokeness”.
Awards
Recipient, Marquis Who’s Who in America; Honorary Ambassador, Uganda Wildlife Authority.
Timeline
Owner / Strategic Consultant
Corey Gibson Consulting
11.2023 - CurrentRead More
Owner - Strategic Consultant
Corey Gibson Consulting
01.2023 - CurrentRead More
Candidate
Candidate for U.S. Congress, Washington’s 4th District
Senior Policy Advisor and Acting Chief of Staff at Minister for the Environment, Parks and Land Management, Minister for Heritage, Minister for Homelessness and Housing Services, and Minister for Sustainable Building and ConstructionSenior Policy Advisor and Acting Chief of Staff at Minister for the Environment, Parks and Land Management, Minister for Heritage, Minister for Homelessness and Housing Services, and Minister for Sustainable Building and Construction