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Curious minds, collaborative spirits, and a bias for action — our team brings heart, hustle, and big ideas to the table.
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Darren Brandt
CEO of Sloane with more than 30 years in strategic communications and reputation management.
John Hartz
President specializing in reputation management, corporate positioning, and integrated PR strategy.
Melissa Green
Chief Growth Officer driving business expansion through decades of experience in strategy and client development.
Ariel Kouvaras
Senior Managing Director leading the AI practice with a strong background on integrated communications.
Zack Mukewa
Principal leading Capital Markets & Strategic Advisory, guiding companies through transformative strategies.
Jon Hammond
Principal leading Media, Sports, and Entertainment strategy, with deep expertise in cultural storytelling.
Nevin Reilly
Senior Managing Director leading corporate, financial and crisis communications across industries.
Gary Koops
Senior Managing Director specializing in media relations, crisis communications, and reputation management.
Nick Fox
Senior Managing Director leading risk and reputation strategy for global businesses and executives.

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Being successful at Sloane means acting as a thought partner to clients and teammates – we thrive on being the first call for our clients – operating with urgency, and the ability to develop strategy and execute the work. Reach out today to learn about our available positions or if you're interested in learning more about Sloane.
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