Our on-the-ground experts

Senior judgment.
Consistent follow-through.

Experienced professionals spanning strategy, public relations, communications, government and public affairs, and field engagement.

GSA professionals planning field engagement for an infrastructure project

Our experienced professionals stay engaged through every phase of your project — from stakeholder research and public meetings to field engagement, issue resolution, and project closeout.

GSA professionals working together in the field

On-the-ground expertise

Experienced professionals.
Proven in the field.

Gail Simpson

Principal

Gail Simpson

Gail is an expert public policy professional with 35+ years’ experience in the energy industry specializing in stakeholder engagement, strategic negotiations, contract management, infrastructure siting, crisis management, and dispute resolution.

She was previously employed with Duke Energy, Progress Energy and Florida Power Corporation. She was subject matter expert on municipal franchises and municipalization, managing over 140 statewide municipal contracts and territorial agreements with cities and utilities.

Maria Barroeta

Senior Engagement Professional

Maria Barroeta

Maria has more than 25 years of experience in corporate communications, stakeholder engagement, and public relations. She has developed engagement strategies for large-scale infrastructure projects, led community outreach, and managed crisis communications. Fluent in Spanish, Maria has facilitated community meetings and acted as spokesperson with media.

Brooke Bryant

Senior Engagement Professional

Brooke Bryant

Brooke is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in customer relations, stakeholder engagement, and public affairs. She specializes in cultivating and managing relationships while excelling in public-facing communications.

Brooke has successfully leveraged her expertise to develop strategic communications that foster positive interactions with key audiences, supporting the successful execution of major infrastructure projects.

Raven McKoy

Senior Engagement Professional

Raven McKoy

Raven is an engagement strategist with 11 years in communication, public relations, and community engagement across public and private sectors. She specializes in program administration, risk assessments, and strategic frameworks. Previously, she served as a Community Relations Specialist for Fayetteville and a Community Engagement Coordinator for NC Justice Center. Raven holds an MPA from East Carolina University and a CAPM certification.

Tracy Mouncey

Senior Engagement Professional

Tracy Mouncey

Tracy is a skilled public affairs and community relations professional with over two decades of experience in the construction materials and energy industries. She is proficient in public relations consulting, integrated communications, messaging strategies and grassroots advocacy tactics.

Tracy has honed her skills working with state and local policymakers to garner support for clients needs.

Clara Sanderson

Senior Engagement Professional

Clara Sanderson

Clara is a seasoned communications professional with over 20 years of experience in public relations, engagement, and event planning and management across non-profit, government, and private sectors.

Clara has experience in developing strategic outreach plans and developing impactful messaging. Clara holds a Bachelor’s degree in Communications from the College of Charleston.

Shakera Vaughan

Senior Engagement Professional

Shakera Vaughan

With 8 years of experience in public relations, community engagement, and communications management, Shakera skillfully connects with sensitive communities and crafts clear, accessible communications and data visualizations for diverse audiences.

Her experience spans both non-profit and government sectors, cultivating strategic partnerships with stakeholders and managing high-profile engagement initiatives. Shakera holds a Master of Public Administration from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Timothy Williams

Senior Engagement Professional

Timothy Williams

Tim has over 36 years of experience in governmental and community relations, public engagement, public speaking, event planning, and media relations.

Tim’s previous experience includes working with the Mishawaka Police Department’s Community Relations Division and serving as the public Information Officer/Media Liaison.

Justin Zastrow

Senior Engagement Professional

Justin Zastrow

Justin has over 20 years of project management, sales and marketing experience. He specializes in public relations, media engagement, strategic partnerships, event planning, technology integration, and communications. Justin also developed and launched successful businesses in marketing and technology.

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