Meet the Team

Maggie FitzGerald began her career traveling the country, bringing updates from Washington, D.C. to audiences who were often divided but deeply invested in the issues shaping their communities. That experience built a foundation for her work today: understanding the nuances of people and places, and helping organizations communicate with authenticity and purpose. As Chief Executive Officer of SixAM Strategies, Maggie leads with a storyteller’s mindset - drawing on years of experience partnering with some of the nation’s most trusted companies, causes, and campaigns to craft messages that connect, inspire, and drive action. Maggie helps tell stories that resonate beyond headlines and into hearts, as communication isn’t just about what you say it’s about what people value and believe. 

Jessie Keady’s career began on Capitol Hill fielding calls from frustrated constituents and navigating divisive issues head-on. That early crash course in communication taught her a lesson that continues to shape her work today more than a decade later - the power of community connections and finding common ground, even in polarized environments. As Chief Operating Officer of SixAM Strategies, Jessie brings that same bridge-building mindset to the firm’s hyperlocal campaigns. She applies her deep understanding of political strategy and stakeholder engagement to design and execute initiatives that resonate within communities nationwide. Her experience navigating high-stakes, complex political environments equips her to help clients cut through the noise, build trust, and achieve measurable impact. Jessie is a proud graduate of the University of Georgia.

Isabel has built her career helping brands connect with local audiences and earn trust through hyperlocal activations, grassroots advocacy, and authentic storytelling. As Head of the Corporate Vertical at SixAM Strategies, she leads reputation and earned media campaigns built from the ground up, helping companies build real connections, drive impact, and reach the right people through trusted voices. Isabel is a Virginia native and a proud Wahoo!

Savannah brings nearly a decade of experience at the intersection of politics, policy, and strategic communications. As Head of Advocacy at SixAM Strategies, she leads the firm’s approach to helping clients break through with policymakers and the communities they serve. She specializes in building coalitions of trusted local and national voices that move legislatures, generate real on-the-ground momentum, and help clients own the day.

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Prior to joining SixAM, Savannah served as a Communications Director on Capitol Hill, worked in the Florida Legislature, and organized on the ground – knocking doors for candidates from City Council races to the White House.

Eva helps organizations engage the communities that shape policy and perception. She designs and executes hyperlocal activations and grassroots strategies for corporate clients navigating public affairs, reputation management, and advocacy challenges. Through leveraging a network of field operatives across the country, Eva helps organizations shape narratives and influence outcomes in the state and local arenas where decisions are made first.

Dawson Jones is a seasoned political strategist and operator who designs and manages hyper-local advocacy campaigns that move stakeholders, build durable advocate bases, and deliver real-world wins. With a deep understanding of modern political tactics and coalition-building, he helps corporate partners navigate complexity, shape outcomes, and stay one step ahead in fast-moving policy environments. True to 6:00 am strategies, Dawson believes the most effective campaigns are already in motion before most people pour their first cup of coffee.

Kendall joins the SixAM team with experience in local journalism where her work highlighted the stories that matter most. She began her career in community-focused newsrooms, learning the importance of connecting grassroots voices to critical issues and understanding what drives local news cycles. At SixAM, she supports national earned media campaigns under the Corporate vertical, focused on boosting reputation, thoughtful storytelling, and building relationships from the ground up. Kendall is a California native and a proud graduate of the University of Georgia.

Francisco brings a background in policy, advocacy, and strategic communications, with experience working at the intersection of politics, public affairs, and highly regulated industries. His work focuses on helping organizations navigate complex policy environments, shape public narratives, and build meaningful relationships with the stakeholders who matter most. 

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Prior to his current work, Francisco spent time in political campaigns and policy-focused roles, gaining experience across strategy, stakeholder engagement, and grassroots organizing. He has worked on Capitol Hill, on federal and local campaigns, and in agency settings, including serving as an aide to a senior House leadership member and previously as a registered lobbyist. 

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From supporting local campaigns to contributing to broader policy conversations, he has developed a strong understanding of how ideas move from communities to legislatures and ultimately into real-world impact.

Sophie’s path in public affairs began with experience in local and state campaigns, where she developed a strong understanding of voter engagement and campaign strategy. She later expanded that perspective through work on a polling team, gaining insight into how data and public opinion inform decision-making. Her time interning on Capitol Hill and at a communications/marketing agency further deepened her knowledge of the legislative process and strategic advocacy. Her work at SixAM supports organizations in navigating different policy environments, strengthening community relationships, and advancing effective advocacy strategies. She is a proud graduate of Indiana University, go Hoosiers!

Michael is an experienced leader in building and supporting global teams across a variety of marketing communications functions, helping clients identify the right strategic solutions for their most pressing business challenges. He has worked to craft bespoke agency teams for private sector, government, and nonprofit clients alike to accelerate their brand and amplify their message. At SixAM, he works with all types of organizations to identify and engage with communities across the United States, shifting perceptions, strengthening their local reputation, and advocating for causes they believe in. 

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Prior to his current position, Michael worked to develop global integrated agency teams and grow priority enterprise clients across creative, communications, media, digital, and more for Stagwell Global, SixAM Strategies’ parent company. He has also spent extensive time volunteering with advocacy organizations, political campaigns, and nonprofits across the country. Michael is originally from Missouri, and is a proud graduate of Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles.

Ava thrives on the energy of turning big ideas into structured, successful communication strategies. She  joins the SixAM team with experience in corporate public relations and digital marketing where her work highlighted the power of cohesive brand messaging. She began her career in fast-paced agency environments, developing foundational brand voices and multi-channel communication strategies from the ground up. At SixAM, she supports strategic public relations campaigns and client messaging initiatives, focused on expanding audience reach and improving brand visibility across platforms. Ava is a Louisiana native and a proud graduate of The University of Alabama, Roll Tide!

From knocking doors on political campaigns to studying how advocacy movements are built, Hannah Van Curen knows that change happens from the ground up. She manages national grassroots programs under the Advocacy team, working closely with on-the-ground operatives to address policy issues at the local level. Hannah has a keen political instinct that drives campaigns’ strategy and advises clients from startups and nonprofits to Fortune 5 companies. Her work brings together digital advertising, traditional comms, and community engagement to affect change, including successful policy passage at all levels of government.