Our Leadership Team

Behind every successful project is a team that knows how to communicate its impact. Our experts combine industry insight with strategic precision, in order to turn complex work into a compelling story.

Kelly MacMillan brings more than 30 years of experience in politics, government, and public affairs, with a proven record of driving complex initiatives and building trusted relationships across all levels of government. She began her career working on major national campaigns such as Clinton-Gore, laying the foundation for a lifelong commitment to public service and strategic communication.

Throughout her career, Kelly has held senior leadership roles where she guided policy, communications, and intergovernmental strategy. As a longtime chief of staff and policy advisor in the New York State Assembly, she became known for her ability to align media, public relations, and government affairs to advance major policy goals. Her expertise in developing and executing high-impact public advocacy campaigns has influenced some of New York’s most significant policy and infrastructure efforts.

Today, Kelly is recognized for her strategic insight, collaborative leadership, and unwavering commitment to effective public communication—qualities that continue to define her work at the intersection of government, infrastructure, and community.

Carla Julian brings more than two decades of dynamic experience in public relations, media strategy, and community engagement—specializing in communications for some of the nation’s largest and most high-profile infrastructure and transportation projects. Known for her versatility and creativity, Carla has developed and led comprehensive public information programs that blend strategic communications, public affairs, and stakeholder outreach to keep communities informed and engaged throughout every stage of construction.

A talented writer and seasoned marketing professional, Carla excels at transforming complex technical information into clear, compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences. Her creative approach, combined with a deep understanding of construction operations and client objectives, allows her to craft messages that not only inform but inspire confidence and support. With a proven record of building trust, credibility, and collaboration across project teams and communities, Carla continues to deliver communication strategies that elevate client brands and drive successful outcomes.

With more than 30 years of experience helping public and private sector clients tell their stories, Chris Stokes brings a rare combination of strategic vision, technical understanding, and creative execution. His work blends strong communication strategy with a deep understanding of infrastructure, construction, and multimodal transportation. Chris excels at transforming complex engineering and operational concepts into clear, compelling narratives that build stakeholder trust and community support.

Chris has managed multimillion-dollar programs, guiding diverse teams and third-party partners to deliver complex outreach initiatives on schedule and within budget. His expertise spans visual media (film, video, animation, photography), strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, and high-profile public involvement campaigns on some of the largest transportation projects in the U.S.

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