Q1 2025: Qorvis on the Record
From Washington to Brussels to the Black Sea, Qorvis advisors have been shaping public discourse in some of the world’s most high-stakes environments. As elections redraw political maps, global institutions strain under pressure, and new threats emerge in sectors from healthcare to shipping, Qorvis brings clarity, credibility, and insight to clients and the public alike.
Below is some recent thought leadership from across the Qorvis leadership.
Maritime Risk and Black Sea Strategy
With coverage in The Telegraph and LBC, former Royal Navy Commander Tom Sharpe analyzed two major maritime flashpoints: the MV Solong–Stena Immaculate tanker collision, and the newly announced Black Sea ceasefire. He provides essential context for clients in shipping, energy, and international logistics.
Campaign-Style Strategy in a Polarized U.S.
In a CommPRO feature exploring U.S. political fragmentation, messaging guru Rich Masters offered guidance for international clients navigating the 2024–2025 landscape. His approach—grounded in data, message testing, and audience segmentation—helps clients stay relevant in a political environment where traditional playbooks no longer apply.
Crisis Management, From Tariffs to Pet Food Recalls
Strategic communications counselor Dan Rene commented on two very different crises: a U.S. tariff announcement with global ripple effects (on Al-Qahera News), and a public health scare tied to a pet food recall (in PRNews). Across both, his core message remained the same: lead with empathy, act with speed, and communicate with purpose.
Women in Leadership, Global Institutions, and Cross-Cultural Risk
Speaking at a Women’s History Month panel hosted by the Embassy of Ecuador in Washington, D.C., Qorvis COO Maria Abad reflected on the dynamics of leadership in international and institutional settings. Drawing from her background managing operations and corporate communications strategy, Maria provided insight into how cross-cultural intelligence can inform risk management, policy engagement, and executive decision-making.

(Qorvis COO, Maria Abad participated in a panel discussion alongside distinguished Ecuadorian women to commemorate International Women’s Day.)
Latin America in a Second Trump Term
In Agenda Publica, advisor J.P. Carroll outlined what a second Trump administration could mean for Latin America. From trade realignment to strategic competition with China, his analysis continues to shape client strategy across the hemisphere.
From Organ Transplants to Longevity Medicine
Qorvis Chief Medical Officer (and heart surgeon) Dr. Colleen Pietras, M.D. explored new frontiers for organ transplantation—from xenotransplantation to cryopreservation—in a Longevity.Technology piece highlighting both the scientific and communications challenges facing healthcare organizations. Her perspective bridges clinical expertise with strategic clarity, offering clients a roadmap for patient-focused messaging in complex medical environments.
The Politics of Social Power in Washington
Quoted in Axios, Kevin Chaffee unpacked the shifting social architecture of D.C., where Trump-aligned figures are reshaping elite networks. With decades of experience at the intersection of politics, journalism, and culture, Kevin continues to advise clients on how soft power works—and where it’s moving.
