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Feldman Strategies is a progressive strategic communications firm that specializes in developing and telling the stories of our clients within both the traditional media and digital space. We work with leading organizations, high-profile candidate campaigns, foreign leaders, ballot initiatives and thought leaders to achieve lasting, impactful results.
ANDREW FELDMAN
Founder & Principal
Andrew Feldman (he/him) is a communications strategist and founder of Feldman Strategies LLC. A firm with a record of delivering results for clients ranging from major progressive organizations and non-profits to congressional candidates and prime ministers. In 2015, Feldman was recognized for his work and named a “Rising Star” by Campaigns and Elections magazine – a prestigious honor for up-and-coming political professionals.
Currently, Feldman works with progressive organizations to move their agenda forward on a national stage. He specializes in breaking through crowded media landscapes and the 24-hour news cycle to ensure these organizations’ stories are heard.
He is proud to work with leading labor unions including the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) and the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA), where he uses his expertise to enhance the media coverage and public relations strategy of both women led organizations.
In addition to his work with organized labor, Feldman is privileged to advise and execute media relations and communications strategy for a number of other progressive organizations, including Planned Parenthood, Michigan Democratic Party, Committee to Protect Health Care, Democracy Forward, and Rock the Vote.
Additionally, during the 2016 primaries Feldman worked with SEIU, one of the largest unions in the country, to develop and execute the earned media strategy around their primary independent expenditure program.
Prior to founding Feldman Strategies, Feldman served as the Political Director to John Delaney’s 2012 congressional campaign, one of the most competitive congressional races in the country that year. Feldman’s work played a large part in the resulting victory, which unseated a 20-year Republican incumbent. Before serving as the Delaney campaign’s political director, Feldman spent several years working on campaigns ranging from city council to the presidency of the United States. He also worked in government, most notably doing advance work for the Office of the Vice President and in the private sector for Devine Mulvey and Rasky Baerlein Strategic Communication, leading media and public relations firms.
Feldman is a frequent political commentator and can be seen regularly as a Democratic Strategist on Fox Business and The Hill TV. He graduated from The George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs with a BA in Political Communication and lives in Washington, DC with his wife Megan and their Havanese dog, Nash.
EMMA THOMAS
Managing Director
Emma Thomas (she/her) is Director at Feldman Strategies, where she applies her expertise in media relations, campaign organizing, and public affairs to lead clients on the implementation of strategic communications initiatives and to elevate their profiles in the media.
She previously co-led BerlinRosen’s reproductive health, rights, and justice portfolio and voting rights work, including working on the federal repeal of the Helms and Hyde Amendments. Through this work, she secured thought leadership opportunities for statewide political leaders and led multi-organizational coalitions in the paid leave and reproductive rights spaces. Emma also developed, coordinated, and executed the national communications strategies for the most recent abortion rights cases that have come before the US Supreme Court.
Ahead of the 2020 elections, Emma advised on the development and launch of the Voter Protection Program, working with state elected leaders, law enforcement, and legal experts to protect and defend every person’s right to vote.
Emma also has experience working crisis communications for individuals and national organizations, as well as digital media expertise in a range of paid and organic markets. Prior to BerlinRosen, Emma worked at Avalere Health where she advised health providers, policymakers, and patient advocacy groups on strategic communications plans to engage with key stakeholders.
Emma is a Connecticut native and lives in Washington, DC. She holds a BA in Journalism with a certificate in Women, Leadership, and Public Policy from American University.
NATHAN JANDA
Communications Manager
Nathan Janda (he/him) is a Communications Manager at Feldman Strategies where he provides media relations and communications strategy and support to a wide range of progressive organizations.
Through his time at Feldman Strategies, Nathan has gained experience working with top labor leaders, advocates, activists, workers, and storytellers to secure earned media placements across local, state, and national television and print to break through the noise with critical narratives that shape public opinion.
As a Communications Manager, Nathan is responsible for leading key media relations initiatives for organizations, including working with state and national reporters, media training and preparing spokespeople for interviews, and managing on the ground press at major events and rallies.
Prior to joining Feldman Strategies, Nathan experienced the 24-hour news cycle first hand at the BBC’s Washington Bureau and uses that knowledge to break through the crowded media landscape for clients.
Nathan graduated from Boston College, where he served as an EMT, with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.
Raised in the suburbs of Philadelphia, Nathan now lives in Washington, DC
NICOLAS SAMPEDRO
Senior Communications Associate
Nicolas Sampedro (he/him) is a Senior Communications Associate at Feldman Strategies and has a passion for supporting organizations and individuals tell their stories in compelling ways that move public opinion.
Prior to joining Feldman Strategies, Nicolas was a part of BerlinRosen’s Issue Advocacy team where he provided media relations and communications strategy and support to organizations across a wide range of issues including immigration, voting rights, reproductive rights, and more.
Recognizing the power of breaking through in the media to reach diverse audiences Nicolas regularly provides bilingual media support for organizations working in states with large Latino communities.
Born and raised in Miami, FL Nicolas became fluent in Spanish and Portuguese and developed a love of culture. He graduated from the University of Miami (FL) with a degree in public relations and a minor in interactive design. As an avid sneaker collector and sports fanatic, he is always willing to provide a recommendation on a sneaker or talk about any Miami sports team.
Nicolas now lives in Northern Virginia with his dog Colette.
SARA BRAUN
Senior Communications Associate
Sara Braun (she/her) is a Senior Communications Associate at Feldman Strategies, where she brings her expertise in media relations and passion for impactful storytelling to elevate the work of progressive organizations and individuals alike.
Prior to joining Feldman Strategies, Sara served as an electoral press officer at Planned Parenthood Federation of America, where she played a pivotal role in developing a comprehensive communications strategy for the 2022 midterm elections in the aftermath of the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Before Planned Parenthood, she worked at Fenton Communications, where she managed strategic communications for organizations dedicated to racial equity, reproductive rights, and democracy reform. Her campaign work with Stop AAPI Hate won the “Best in Nonprofit” award at the 2022 PRWeek Awards. Prior to Fenton, Sara held positions at BerlinRosen and in Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi’s San Francisco District Office.
Sara recently received a Master of Science from the Columbia Graduate School of Journalism, where she reported on labor unions, disability rights, and affordable housing, among other topics. She holds a BA in political science with minors in writing and sociology from Washington University in St. Louis. Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, she is currently located in New York City.
QUAM ODUNSI
Communications Coordinator
Quam Odunsi (he/him) is a Communications Coordinator at Feldman Strategies. He is passionate about supporting mission driven organizations and leaders tell their stories in creative and compelling ways to , ensure their voices are heard and their missions are realized.
Most recently, Quam was a PR fellow at CLYDE, where he refined his skills in media relations and communications strategy. In this role, he helped secure media stories spotlighting key issues, including higher education financial aid access and public health. A big music fan, Quam has also worked as a music writer for an online pop culture outlet and as a media coordinator and photographer across various DC and Maryland live music venues.
Quam is a recent graduate of the Howard University School of Communications, where he received his Broadcast Journalism and Graphic Design degree. Born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria, he now resides in the suburbs of Washington, DC.
HAZEL SMITH
Communications Coordinator
Hazel Smith (she/her) is a Communications Coordinator on the Feldman Strategies team. Before joining Feldman Strategies, she gained diverse political communications experience through her work with various organizations, governments, and political campaigns. Since a young age, she has had a passion for political communication and crafting strategic messaging that resonates with communities, sparks change, and introduces fresh perspectives.
Hazel first discovered her love for progressive communication working on Mayor Justin Bibb’s campaign in her hometown, Cleveland, Ohio. After his 2021 election, she continued to share the Mayor and Cleveland’s story as the campaign’s Deputy Campaign Manager. She also played a key role in electing Chris Ronayne as Cuyahoga County Executive, creating and leading his email program and helping craft his personal narrative.
Extending her experience from the campaign trail to government, Hazel worked in Cleveland City Hall and recently served on Senator Tim Kaine’s press team.
Hazel is currently pursuing a degree in political communication at George Washington University's School of Media and Public Affairs. Raised in Cleveland, Ohio, she now resides in Washington D.C.