“They worked with me from the beginning of the campaign, at a time when quite frankly when I think many were telling them they shouldn’t. They were a critical part of our success. They are not typical cookie-cutter consultants with a one-size-fits-all plan for every candidate. They knew my values and what I wanted to say, and then helped me communicate it effectively. I think they are one of the best consulting teams in the country.” - Senator Marco Rubio
- Politico 12/21/10
We have extensive experience producing media and advising clients for President, US Senate, Governor, Congress, all the national Republican committees, leading conservative SuperPacs, and several Fortune 500 companies.
Because we’ve worked at literally every level of a campaign- from yard sign putter upper to speechwriter to fundraiser to campaign manager to strategist- we understand there is no job too small for anyone. There is no detail too inconsequential. Our philosophy is simple. Do what it takes to win.
With experience in over thirty states at every level of campaign, we’ve been the campaign pushing for the quick turn TV spot. And we’ve directed editors cranking through content until the wee hours of the morning. We know the drill from both sides of the equation. And through it all we’ve learned that strong, strategic creative is what wins campaigns – delivered fast, tactically, andefficiently- so that every campaign dollar is maximized.
Winning on Election Day is the only win that really matters but we’ve liked trophies since we were little.
Check back next week to see what we won.
With winning experience from coast to coast – offices in DC, South Carolina, Alabama and your nearest major airport – you might not find Something Else where you always expect it, but you’ll always get SOMETHING ELSE when you need it most.
You can contact us anytime using the world wide web: someone@somethingelsestrategies.com or the old fasion way at 855-504-5950.
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Some times your opponent says it best.
Richard Carmona was gaining ground in Arizona portraying himself as a pragmatic leader, we were called in to expose the truth about his partisan loyalties. Hard to dispute…
Some things are black and white.
Rubio started at 3 percent in the polls. After a long campaign defining the stark differences between our opponent, we beat a popular governor in a three-way general. And we brought home the 2011 pollie for best overall TV campaign.
Some things are high tech.
To show voters in Oregon what Congressman Greg Walden is up to, we employed a little production magic. Using green screen technology we helped Congressman Walden show Oregon how he’s paving the wifi way of the future.
Some things animate.
In one of the most saturated television markets in the nation, we found a fun, memorable and hard hitting way to cut through the clutter.
Todd Harris is one of the nation’s preeminent media and communications strategists. The Politico called Harris “One of the brightest young minds in politics today,” while Roll Call dubbed him “A spinner extraordinaire in the world of political communication.”
Most recently Harris served as a senior strategist and media consultant for Marco Rubio. He has served as a senior communications strategist for a who’s who of GOP officials including Gov. Jeb Bush, Sen. John McCain, and Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Harris has advised some of the nation’s largest corporations, political committees and trade associations including Wal-Mart, Pfizer, Calpine Energy, Magnolia Pictures, the RNC, NRCC, the Coalition for a Democratic Workplace and many others.
He is a sought-after media source, appearing regularly in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Associated Press and many others, and is a regular guest on several political news programs on MSNBC, FOX News and CNN.
Malorie Thompson has more than a decade of campaign experience at almost every level of politics. Known for her roll up her sleeves and get-the-job-done approach to just about everything, the St. Pete Times called her “a savvy nuts and bolts strategist”.
In the last two election cycles, Thompson served as a lead production and creative consultant for some of the nations most hotly contested races. She is a recognized national leader in integrated political communications, directing Marco Rubio’s groundbreaking online messaging, fundraising, and political strategies.
Thompson started her career in Florida politics under Governor Jeb Bush. She has managed media, on-line, and political operations for recounts, primaries and successful elections across the country.
Thompson has served as a strategic media consultant on more than 35 statewide races and targeted congressional races, including work with the National Republican Senatorial Committee, National Republican Congressional Committee, the Republican National Committee, the Republican Governors Association, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
Lori’s no nonsense approach has built her a loyal following among national GOP leaders and operatives. When they need to get something done – and done right – they call Lori.
With more than 15 years in every facet of politics, Lori has served in a senior capacity for some of the nation’s most successful political operations, including the Bush for President Primary campaign in 2000, the Bush White House, and the Republican National Committee under the Chairmanship of Ken Mehlman.
Raad is a solid strategic communications and media professional, with experience overseeing everything from grassroots organization and mobilization to candidate and issue advocacy campaigns. She has a talent for organizing chaos and for making sure precious campaign dollars are spent wisely and efficiently.
A South Carolina native Lori has worked and consulted on numerous local and statewide races, and has had key positions with in three Presidential campaigns as well as the 2000 and 2004 Republican National Conventions.
Raad served as the Deputy Political Director at the Republican National Committee and prior to that as Associate Political Director at the White House.
Heath Thompson has advised leading Republican candidates throughout the country and produced media for presidential, statewide, and local campaigns.
Thompson most recently served as general strategist and media consultant for Marco Rubio.
The lead media advisor for Rudy Giuliani for President, Thompson has also consulted for Senators Jim DeMint, Norm Coleman, Kay Bailey Hutchison, and other members of Congress, as well as the Republican National Committee, the National Republican Senatorial Committee, and various independent issue advocacy groups.
Thompson got his start in South Carolina politics, where in 2000 he served as George W. Bush’s South Carolina Campaign Manager. In 2004, Thompson directed the Southeastern region for the President’s re-election.
The Washington Post named Thompson one of the top six Republican free agents for 2012 and called him “a major player in Republican campaign politics” and a “rising star in the media consulting world.”