Glass Jaw

A newsletter written by the Dezenhall team about defending fragile reputations in an era of instant scandal.

Senior Vice President at Dezenhall. Mike is a former cable TV news producer that now serves as a strategic advisor and crisis manager for clients with a specific focus on media relations and communications campaign management.

President and Partner at Dezenhall. Josh oversees Dezenhall’s state government and regulatory advocacy strategy and specializes in strategic communications, public affairs, reputation management and crisis communications.

Mark Emerson is a Senior Director at Dezenhall Resources with an expansive background in strategic solutions and digital insights. His experience spans over a decade in customer satisfaction and client relationship management.

CEO and Partner at Dezenhall Resources. Crisis and reputation management, litigation and high-stakes communications expert. Recovering political flack, Capitol Hill alum.

Jennifer Hirshon, Vice President at Dezenhall Resources, Ltd., excels in online marketing and communication, ensuring effective brand engagement. She also oversees business operations, including billing, vendor management, and systems management.

Annie Moore is the Senior Director of Digital at Dezenhall Resources, where she specializes in finding modern-day solutions to complex problems for a wide range of clients.

William Kim is a Counselor at Dezenhall Resources, specializing in public affairs and policy issues for a diverse range of clients and subject matters, including national security, critical infrastructure, energy, emerging technologies, and more.

Kaci Donegan is a counselor at Dezenhall Resources where she specializes in public affairs and caters to a varied clientele across multiple subject matters.

Michigan fan, swimming aficionado; great at stress baking.

David Manitsky is a Senior Counselor at Dezenhall Resources where he specializes in digital communications, media relations and public affairs for a diverse range of clients.

Maggie Johnston is a Director at Dezenhall Resources, specializing in corporate strategy and high-stakes communications. A Dartmouth and McKinsey alum, she's a seasoned problem-solver and innovator.

Fred Brown is a Senior VP at Dezenhall. Fred uses his experience in politics, media relations and combative public affairs campaigns to advise clients on crisis comms, media outreach and rapid response techniques.

Colby Nelson is a vice president at Dezenhall Resources, specializing in reputation management, crisis communications, and media relations.

Nathaniel Beach, Counselor at Dezenhall Resources, is a Capitol Hill alum who specializes in public policy research, advocacy, and strategy for a diverse range of clients and subject matters.

Helen Taylor is an Associate at Dezenhall Resources, specializing in digital media strategy, content creation and influencer marketing.

Phil helps lead Dezenhall's coalition and state advocacy efforts involving the law, regulations, and legislation. During his 20 years in comms, he worked with universities, nonprofits and Fortune 500 companies in food, ag and energy.

Diane Chaaban is a Senior Director at Dezenhall Resources, specializing in crisis communications, media training, complex public affairs, and media relations.

Recovering TV journalist finding news ways to help people share their stories. Vice President at Dezenhall. Washingtonian, but still kind of an Idahoan. Pun influencer.

Katie Runkle is an Associate at Dezenhall Resources with a strong background in journalism, research, and media management.