Kelly Calkin

Founder

Kelly is a veteran public affairs and political consultant who has spent the last 25 years helping clients navigate must-win situations often against difficult odds. Drawing from his political campaign experience, Kelly has pioneered a unique approach to public affairs that applies the lessons learned winning numerous high-stakes candidate, ballot measure and legislative campaigns. His personal contacts include the numerous heads of corporations, trade associations, labor unions and elected officials he has helped see through their toughest fights. With Kelly in the room, you get a competitive advantage from difference-making game plans, senior level strategy, compelling creative and media, disciplined campaign management and a deep network of relationships throughout California.

Issue Area Expertise: 
Energy, healthcare, insurance, labor, agriculture, transportation 

Skills Beyond Strategy: 
Campaign management, crisis communications, creative media, coalition building, press relations 

Expert Experience: 
Pacific Gas and Electric, Personal Insurance Federation, California Professional Firefighters, California Building and Construction Trades Council, Aide to a California Congresswoman 

Out of Office: 
Girl dad, chess, poor golfer who likes the walk, family movie night, traveling at home and abroad

Other Hats: 
WEAVE Board Member, UC Berkeley Institute of Governmental Studies