New York, NY (October 15, 2024) – Actum LLC, a global consulting firm, today announced Ryan Adams has joined the firm in its New York City office as Senior Vice President, expanding Actum’s digital communications capabilities and further solidifying Actum’s position as a premier player in strategic communications and public affairs. Adams was joined in the move by Kayleigh Smith who worked with Adams at HZQ Consulting and joins Actum as Director.
“Ryan and Kayleigh’s proven track record of driving successful and transformative digital strategies around complex legislative challenges will provide our clients with solutions tailored to their unique needs,” said Michael McKeon, Partner at Actum. “Their addition reinforces our commitment to offering the best in strategy, execution, and communications to our clients.”
Adams has been at the forefront of some of New York’s most notable public affairs campaigns. From leading digital strategies for congressional and state senate races to guiding national unions like 32BJ SEIU through complex legislative challenges, Adams has established himself as one of the most dynamic figures in political consulting today. His work has earned him recognition from Schneps Media and City & State as one of the top consultants in the industry. Adams earned his Bachelor of Arts from Fordham University and a Master of Theological Studies from Harvard Divinity School.
Smith, who was creative director at HZQ, has been instrumental in high-profile victories for unions, campaigns, and non-profit organizations looking to amplify their distinct voices and effect meaningful change.
“Joining Actum is an incredible opportunity for us to elevate our work and reach new heights in public affairs and strategic consulting,” said Ryan Adams. “Actum’s reputation for delivering measurable outcomes aligns perfectly with our mission of driving impactful change. We’re excited to contribute to a team that’s redefining the industry.”
About Actum
Actum is a global consulting firm, built to deliver highly meaningful and measurable outcomes for our clients around the world. Our capabilities in strategy, management, execution, communications, government relations, storytelling and narrative development, digital and social media, advocacy mobilization, special groups, political consulting, public opinion research and data, are all best in class, because our people are best in class. For our clients, we provide seasoned and experienced advisors and partners, from the highest levels of government, media, business, advocacy, politics, technology, and special groups, who will lead teams of subject matter experts to deliver exceptional, measurable value and outcomes.