New political consulting firm debuts in Hudson Valley
WARWICK No campaign too big or too small.
Thats what John Hicks, president and CEO of Red Pillar Consulting, LLC, said in a press released announcing his new political consulting firm.
The four members of the firm first met in 2010 when they helped Republican Nan Hayworth defeat Democratic incumbent John Hall for the states 19th congressional district seat.
Political background Hicks from Warwick has worked in politics for 40 years. He served for many years as the Orange County GOP chairman, served as an elected public official and has managed dozens of successful campaigns.
Jesse Dwyer of Greenwood Lake is a veteran of congressional, county and local campaigns. An elected official himself (Greenwood Lake Village trustee, he is an expert in logistics and time line management.
At 26, Jesses grasp of the fundamentals and logistics of political campaigning is incredible, said Hicks. He has honed his private sector marketing and development skills by leading several Hudson Valley companies in their marketing efforts.
Charlie Banks of Nyack has a background in online media management and polling at a nationally recognized firm. He has applied these skills to campaigns ranging from local to presidential.
According to the press release, Hicks said he has never met someone with Banks combination of skills and political instincts.
Michael Knowles of Bedford Hills is a recent graduate of Yale University; he has already served as a senior advisor to candidates seeking a broad range of offices.
Michael is a keen judge of character and abilities in a candidate, and he uses that insight to produce written and audio/visual components for a campaign that compel voters, Hicks said in the press release.
Free one-time consultation Services include identifying the first steps in running for office, organizing political committees, fund raising, petitioning, securing the nomination, issues research, polling, direct mail design and techniques, Web and social media-based strategy and outreach, press releases, radio and TV ads, get-out-the-vote activities and election day operations, including ballot security.
Entering into the political arena and conducting a good campaign can be a daunting experience. Our firm can help make the process much easier. In order to introduce our team and our skills, we are offering a free, one time consultation to any candidate or political committee within the lower Hudson River Valley, Hicks said. Well go anywhere.