Daraka Satcher, a former member of the Obama administration and deputy assistant secretary in the U.S. Department of Commerce, is now managing director at public affairs firm, Narrative Strategies. In his new role, Satcher will combine his extensive background in public policy, government administration, and nonprofit management to foster strategic planning and policy development for the firm. Ken Spain, CEO of Narrative Strategies, believes that Satcher’s capability for building alliances, engaging influencers, and managing grassroots relationships will significantly enhance the firm’s public affairs campaigns.
Elizabeth Drori, who has significant experience with Sperry and Walmart, has been appointed as the new CMO of Kizik. Her primary responsibility will involve spearheading Kizik’s brand strategy development and execution, which includes branding, creative communication, and overseeing the company’s digital platform and e-commerce.
Leadership shifts at Narrative Strategies, Kizik, and 62ABOVE
According to Kizik’s CEO, Monte Deere, Drori’s extensive marketing expertise, strategic reasoning, and strong leadership abilities will be instrumental in diversifying the company’s global distribution channels by broadening its reach through innovative marketing strategies and product positioning.
San Diego-based firm 62ABOVE has welcomed Jomary Jimenez as the senior social media manager and Shanley Honarvar as the public relations and social media coordinator. These appointments signify a marked enhancement in operations, particularly in the areas of customer engagement and digital content strategy. Jimenez, who previously worked with large-scale brands including Marriott, Hyatt, IHG, and Hilton, will manage the social media operations for Temecula Valley Winegrowers Association, Go Lake Havasu, and Qualcomm. Honarvar will oversee public relations tasks while coordinating social media activities. Indra Gardiner Bowers, the firm’s chief communications officer, is confident that their broad expertise will spur the agency’s growth, particularly in the tourism and hospitality industry.
