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SHAWN S. McSHANE

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Strategic Advisor | Problem Solver | Trusted Partner

Since 1988, Shawn has helped organizations navigate complex policy and regulatory environments, strengthen stakeholder relationships, and advance strategic objectives with clarity and credibility.

 

Founded on a deep understanding of how people, institutions, and markets intersect, the firm provides disciplined strategy, practical execution, and trusted counsel to clients operating in regulated and high-stakes environments. Our work spans government relations, strategic communications, advocacy, and organizational leadership across diverse industries and economic sectors.

 

We partner closely with clients to assess priorities, identify risks and opportunities, and develop clear strategies that align policy, communications, and operational goals. Whether preparing for key legislative moments, managing multi-state initiatives, or positioning an organization for long-term success, we deliver steady guidance and actionable solutions.

 

Our focus is simple: create certainty. We help leaders make informed decisions, anticipate challenges, and move forward with confidence.

 

Our Commitment

• Principled Partnerships – We work exclusively with organizations and leaders whose missions we believe in.

• Transparency & Accountability – We deliver measurable value, clear deliverables, and candid analysis.

• Independent Counsel – We offer thoughtful, direct advice—even when it challenges conventional thinking.

• Stakeholder Respect – We treat our clients’ stakeholders with professionalism, care, and respect.

 

Our Approach

Every engagement begins with listening. We take the time to understand organizational goals, stakeholder dynamics, policy landscapes, and operational realities.

 

From there, we develop clear, actionable strategies that connect vision to execution—supporting executive communications, government relations, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional coordination. Our experience allows us to anticipate challenges, manage risk, and keep initiatives moving forward.

 

Above all, we focus on outcomes. We help organizations lead with credibility, communicate with precision, and achieve results in environments where trust and accountability matter most.

LEADERSHIP

Organizational Management

Don’t travel down the road alone: 

We specialize in reputation management for C-suite executives. We'll work to establish goals and provide measurable results.  I will assist your preparation for press conferences and interviews, board meetings, testimony, and keynote addresses. I will provide you with media relations support and media coaching, as well as creating and delivering internal and external communications plans. I am going to help you ensure success. To find out more, get in touch with me.

ENGAGEMENT

Strategic Event Management

Creating events to enhance your reputation: 

As a strategic event manager for non-profits and small to mid sized businesses, I'll customize my services to meet your specific areas of interest. We'll work collaboratively, and together we will plan and execute your dream project.  Adding value to your organization’s reputation by creating events is my specialty. Contact me to find out how I can help you with your event-driven communications and management needs.

ADVOCACY

Issues Management & Coalition Building

The Best Communications & Grassroots Strategies in the Business:

We customize our advocacy programs to meet the specific needs of each client and provide measurable results. We foster and manage close and connected working relationships with key decision-makers. 

Interested in getting advice from an experienced and professional Consultant?

Call me today and let's discuss how I can help. 

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PRAISE

What’s Being Said

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Marion Abrams

Podcasting & Video Series Consultant, Madmotion

"Shawn is a natural leader. We worked together on a gubernatorial campaign and Shawn not only assembled a strong team, she managed and inspired us as well. In the fast-changing digital environment, Shawn knows how to chase down whatever answers she needs. Shawn led by example, outworking every one of us with
enthusiasm and good cheer.”

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CONTACT ME

Do you have a particular reputation challenge, wish you had a fresh set of eyes to bring a new perspective? 

Let's have a conversation today to see how I can help.

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