Founded by a CCO
We are a team of strategic communications experts who bring an unmatched level of devotion, passion, originality and creativity to meet any obstacles thrown your way.
Our deep industry knowledge, extensive global connections and unrivaled professional expertise enable us to solve your complex communications and business challenges.
Our approach is engaging and comprehensive, allowing us to understand your issues at a personal and professional level while offering sophisticated insights and knowledgeable recommendations.
At Spokesman, our purpose is to simplify the complex and help you communicate.
Gary Sheffer
Spokesman is a partner you can trust. As founder Gary Sheffer transitioned from the corporate world to private practice, he did not lose his desire to help and support his fellow communicators and CCOs. Sought out by many for his communications expertise, Gary formed Spokesman to offer strategic communications and leadership development support to a diverse range of clients. As a journalist, political and corporate communicator, and now professor, Gary enjoys solving problems and helping people connect.
Michelle May
Michelle has 30+ years of experience in engaging and influencing stakeholders to deliver on business objectives and to protect and enhance the company’s reputation, culture and brand. She is a results-oriented, communications executive with a track record of success in communications strategy development and execution. She has a strong background in partnering with C-suite executives to lead culture change, business transformation and integration.
Briee Della Rocca
Briee is an award-winning editor and creative director with more than 15 years experience crafting brands, publications, and communications strategies for mission driven organizations. She specializes in higher education, where she has developed breakthrough publications, content, integrated marketing campaigns and brand initiatives that have led to leaps in institutional reputation and audience engagement.