Chernoff Newman opens Washington, D.C. office

Increased presence elevates our profile in public affairs and public relations.

December 13, 2023
President of Strategic Communications

In a significant stride within the changing strategic communications industry, Chernoff Newman proudly announces the opening of our new Washington D.C. office, which we share with the Prolific family of companies. Situated mere blocks from the pulse of legislative action on Capitol Hill, this expansion not only elevates our geographical footprint but amplifies our influence in the epicenter of national policymaking.

The decision to establish a formal presence in D.C. aligns seamlessly with our thriving public affairs and strategic communications practice. The office is located within a 10-minute drive to Capitol Hill. Equipped with extensive event and meeting facilities, it will serve as a global base to convene with our clients comprising of corporations, embassies and trade associations that shape the political landscape.

To mark this milestone, Chernoff Newman commemorated the office opening with an event attended by our public affairs staff members, agency leadership and distinguished guests including:

Steve Beckham, University of South Carolina
Matt Orr, Chief of Staff for Congressman Russell Fry
Jordan Marsh, Director of Federal Affairs for Governor Henry McMaster
Molly McCarthy of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Tyler Mason of the National Governors Association
Grover Norquist, President of Americans for Tax Reform
Robin Roberts, CEO of National Media Group
Mike Tongour, CEO of TCH Group

With doors now open in the nation’s capital, we are excited about the opportunities this expansion affords us and look forward to nurturing the relationships that continue to drive our success.

Chernoff Newman has deep category experience in agriculture, food and beverage, education and workforce development, energy, economic development, financial/insurance, healthcare and infrastructure. We design integrated marketing and strategic communications that are impactful, thought-provoking and influential. We marry ingenuity with business know-how to influence beliefs and behaviors for brands, companies and their many stakeholders. We influence attitude and inclination. We influence opinion and outcomes. And when needed, we also influence to quell contention.