Frances Phipps has been surrounded by music her entire life. Her father has passionately volunteered for a public radio station for more than 20 years, hosting both informational and music-centered programming. Her mother knows the words to every song (or at least makes them up quickly) and comes from a family full of women who […]
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Client Spotlight: Sheehy Strategy Group
Having opened its doors in late 2018, Sheehy Strategy Group (SSG) still has that new-car smell. Founded by fiscal expert and public policy guru Tom Sheehy, this full-service government relations firm is truly a high-mileage machine. Tom’s resume includes service in both the executive and legislative branches of California government, as well as state agencies. […]
Client Spotlight: California Special Districts Association
We love all our clients equally, but this month, we’d like to introduce you to one of our favorites! Kyle Packham is the Advocacy and Public Affairs Director for the California Special Districts Association (CSDA). CSDA is a nonprofit, member-based organization that provides advocacy support for more than 2,000 special districts in California. Kyle has worked […]
Partner Profile: Lynne Kinst
It’s no secret that Duran Kinst Strategies loves to partner with small businesses. As a small business ourselves, we understand the unique challenges that arise when big ideas collide with limited resources, as well as how to surmount those obstacles to successfully compete in a crowded marketplace. We also love nonprofit organizations. In fact, you […]
How Do I Organize a Productive Zoom Meeting or Webinar?
Hiya everyone! I’m Sherman the robot and today I’ll be answering the question: “How do I organize a productive Zoom meeting or webinar?” A very timely question! With everyone being stuck at home, this video conferencing software has been in constant use. To start off, let me explain the difference between a Zoom meeting and […]
