PLUS Communications Announces 18 Promotions

January 30, 2024

Arlington, VA – PLUS Communications, a Beltway-based public affairs firm, today announced 18 promotions across its public affairs, digital, research and operational departments.

“At PLUS, our exceptional team of experts continue to excel in every department to drive forward our clients’ missions,” said Rob Jesmer, managing partner at PLUS Communications. “With new regional offices, expanded services and forward-thinking strategies, we look forward to continuing to support team members’ individual growth and goals, as we gear up for what will prove to be an exciting year in public affairs.”

• Justin Bartolomeo, Managing Director, Public Affairs
• Julia Mirich, Managing Director, Public Affairs
• Madeline Karon, Senior Director, Research,
• Trace Scruggs, Senior Director, Public Affairs
• Samantha Chen, Director, Public Affairs
• Jack Donoghue, Director, Public Affairs
• Quinn Green, Director, Digital
• Alyssa Koziarski, Director, Digital
• Kait Moller, Director, Digital
• Jaclyn Orlando, Director, Public Affairs
• Tony Spiroski, Director, Digital
• Jacob Edwards, Manager, Public Affairs
• Kelsey Van Horne, Manager, Public Affairs
• Rowan Kimball, Manager, Research
• Nicholas Larson, Manager, Public Affairs
• Nattisha Ooppapan, Cash Manager, Finance 
• Emily Romero, Senior Associate, Public Affairs
• Alma Vedra, Senior Associate, Research

PLUS was acquired in September 2023 by Omnicom PR Group (OPRG), which boasts the world’s largest global network of communications and consulting agencies. The Arlington-based firm employs more than 200 professionals, including 20 partners with unrivaled experience representing multinational corporations, trade associations and non-profit organizations across various industries. PLUS also has regional offices located in Richmond, Virginia; Austin, Texas and Helena, Montana.

PLUS Communications has also received many of the highest accolades in the communications industry, including PRWeek’s Best in Public Affairs, Best in Crisis, and Best for a Cause awards, in addition to being named a finalist for “Outstanding Midsize Agency.” 

To learn more about PLUS Communications, click here.

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