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Scott Sendek

Washington,DC

Summary

As a seasoned professional in government affairs, strategic communications, and business development, offering a unique and diverse skill set acquired through extensive experience in both public and private sectors. With a proven track record in developing advocacy solutions for clients, building new business relationships, and managing political campaigns, adept at delivering successful outcomes in complex and dynamic environments. As the Founder and President of Long Bridge Strategies, demonstrating an entrepreneurial spirit and ability to build and manage a thriving business. Previous roles highlight expertise in designing and executing effective campaigns in the political and advocacy landscapes.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

President and Founder

Long Bridge Strategies
Washington, DC
06.2021 - Current
  • Founded and currently lead Long Bridge Strategies, a strategic communications and marketing firm that specializes in government affairs
  • Provide comprehensive strategy, campaign architecture, and execution for full-service political and issue advocacy campaigns in partnership with an extensive network of experts
  • Utilize strategic partnerships across the media spectrum to build campaigns around target audiences and optimize messaging for measurable results.

Vice President of Strategy and Business

Cross Screen Media
Alexandria, VA
01.2017 - 06.2021
  • Development—Political & Issue Advocacy, Led business development and strategic partnership initiatives for a technology SaaS solution that optimizes media mix and reach for brands and agencies
  • Fostered relationships with trade associations, PACs/SuperPACs, candidate committees, and firms specializing in government relations, strategic communications, and political strategy to further outcomes in the political, regulatory, and legislative arenas
  • Utilized deep understanding of the political process and paid media operations to support stakeholder engagement.

Senior Director

Targeted Victory
Alexandria, VA
04.2012 - 12.2016
  • Issue Advocacy & Corporate Affairs, Developed strategic communications and advocacy solutions for clients by partnering with multiple teams within the organization
  • Managed over $10m worth of client investments annually for over 30 clients and supervised a team of 6 direct reports
  • Integrated digital and traditional public affairs and media engagement strategies to maximize impact.

Associate

Bloomberg LP
Washington, DC
06.2010 - 04.2012

Special Assistant for Legislative Affairs

US Treasury Department
Washington, DC
03.2008 - 01.2009

Manager, Fundraising and Finance

Mitt Romney for President
Boston, MA
08.2007 - 02.2008

Confidential Assistant, International Trade

US Department Of Commerce
Washington, DC
03.2007 - 08.2007

Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer

Republican National Committee
Washington, DC
03.2006 - 03.2007

Eli Lilly & Company

Program Coordinator
Washington, DC
08.2005 - 03.2006

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Michigan
Ann Arbor
05.2005

Skills

  • Strategy and Analysis for Government and Political Affairs
  • Communications
  • Expert Writing and Presentation Skills
  • Paid/Earned Media for Legislative and Regulatory Affairs

Timeline

President and Founder

Long Bridge Strategies
06.2021 - Current

Vice President of Strategy and Business

Cross Screen Media
01.2017 - 06.2021

Senior Director

Targeted Victory
04.2012 - 12.2016

Associate

Bloomberg LP
06.2010 - 04.2012

Special Assistant for Legislative Affairs

US Treasury Department
03.2008 - 01.2009

Manager, Fundraising and Finance

Mitt Romney for President
08.2007 - 02.2008

Confidential Assistant, International Trade

US Department Of Commerce
03.2007 - 08.2007

Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer

Republican National Committee
03.2006 - 03.2007

Eli Lilly & Company

Program Coordinator
08.2005 - 03.2006

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Michigan
Scott Sendek