Spencer Lee, Tess McRae and Amanda Henning Santiago Were Recognized on City & State’s Political PR Power 50 List

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Spencer Lee, Tess McRae and Amanda Henning Santiago Were Recognized on City & State’s Political PR Power 50 List

The Parkside Group, a top lobbying firm and the lead political consultant for the state Senate Democrats led by Harry Giannoulis and Evan Stavisky, has also built up a strong public relations operation. Spearheaded by Managing Director Spencer Lee and Vice President Tess McRae, along with former City & State staffer Amanda Henning Santiago, the team handles everything from social media branding to crisis communications to press strategy. This year’s projects included a national call to action urging the Biden administration to move forward with federal clean car standards and a statewide COVID‑19 vaccination public awareness campaign.

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For over a decade before she joined The Parkside Group, @SaimaAnj worked with non-profit organizations.

She has used ...her past experience partnering with labor groups and projects to assist clients.

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Today we're highlighting Therese R. Rodriguez, CEO of @apichachc, which she has led since 1997!

In her role, Therese ...has transformed the Apicha Community Health Center from an AIDS Service Organization to a Federally Qualified Health Center.

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Today we're highlighting two incredible women: Melissa O’Connor, President & CEO of @RetailCouncilNY, and Amy ...Howe, CEO of @FanDuel!

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