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William D. Harris
William D. Harris is one of the most accomplished political strategists and operatives in the country. Mr. Harris was instrumental in making the Southeastern United States a growth area for the Republican Party in the 1970’s and 1980’s, went on to orchestrate the winning Senatorial strategy in 1993-1994, where he served as the Executive Director of the NRSC. He has also served as the international advisor to the Republican Party and has been involved in every Republican presidential campaign since 1972. He recently served as the Chief Executive Officer of the 2004 Republican National Convention in New York City. Mr. Harris received his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Alabama.
Edward B. Stewart
A veteran of both the Washington and global arenas, Mr. Stewart has represented the interests of major corporations, international businesses, trade associations and foreign governments. Prior to entering the lobbying field, Mr. Stewart spent ten years as a senior official at the International Republican Institute (IRI). During his tenure at IRI, he served as the Director for Asian/Middle Eastern Affairs and later, Director of African Affairs. He has collaborated with Congress, the Executive Branch and foreign leaders on international policy issues and has spent considerable time in some of the most challenging political environments in the world. Mr. Stewart received his Bachelor of Arts from Wofford College and his Master of Arts in Diplomacy from the University of Kentucky.
Armand DeKeyser
Armand DeKeyser has over 30 years of leadership experience in federal, state and local government positions. In that time, he has developed wide-ranging knowledge of Capitol Hill and the workings of the government, as well as an understanding of how to manage critical policy issues. Mr. DeKeyser served as Chief of Staff to U.S. Senator Jeff Sessions, building and overseeing his Congressional office and committee work from his election in 1996 until 2005. He returned to Capitol Hill in 2007 as Chief of Staff to U.S. Senator Bob Corker, helping him through his transition and first months in office. During his tenure in the Senate, he developed broad expertise and contacts as he oversaw the policy components of several important Committees including: Armed Services; Judiciary; Energy and Natural Resources; Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions; Foreign Relations; and Environment and Public Works Committees. In addition to his public policy expertise, Mr. DeKeyser’s private business background allows him to serve organizations when confronting the often confusing array of government programs. Mr. DeKeyser is a graduate of Auburn University and a 28 year veteran of Army active and reserve military duty.
Frank R. Anderson
Mr. Anderson, a Partner at the MITA Group, has provided information and assistance on global political affairs and global business trends to international corporations and foreign governments for over a decade. This follows a 27 year career in the Central Intelligence Agency where he served as Chief of the Near East and South Asia Division, Director of Technical Services and Chief of the Afghan Task Force. Mr. Anderson is proficient in Arabic and French. He has a current TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Illinois in Chicago, a Diploma from the U.S. Foreign Service Institute’s Arab Language and Middle East Area Studies School in Beirut, Lebanon, and a Certificate from Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government Program for Senior Executives in National and International Security.
Jason Osborne
Prior to joining the firm, Jason was a senior lobbyist for the National Rifle Association (NRA), where he spent seven years promoting legislative and political objectives on Capitol Hill. He was one of the major architects of the NRA’s successful efforts to protect the Firearms industry from bankruptcy through the passage of the Lawful Commerce in Arms Acts. In addition, Mr. Osborne handled all appropriations matters for the NRA. Mr. Osborne’s 15 years of experience on Capitol Hill, including working for Senator Ted Stevens, has allowed him to develop an extensive bipartisan network of contacts within all areas of the Federal Government including members of Congress, Congressional staff, the Administration and various governmental agencies. Mr. Osborne graduated from the University of Alabama with a B.A. and an M.A. from Catholic University.
Manning McPhillips, Jr.
Mr. McPhillips is an account manager and support specialist for the MITA Group. He comes from a political background, most recently serving as the 72-Hour Coordinator for the RNC in the battleground state of North Carolina in the presidential race of 2004. There he helped develop and implemented the state’s final Get-Out-the-Vote effort which included planning, targeting, and directing the state organization’s activities. Prior to that, he served as a principle aide to William D. Harris, the CEO of the 2004 Republican National Convention in New York City. Manning also worked in the Office of Senator Jeff Sessions of Alabama after working on his re-election campaign in 2002. He received a degree in International Business from the University of Mississippi.
Ryan O'Dwyer
Ryan O’Dwyer was born and raised in New Orleans and is a recent graduate of the College of Charleston in South Carolina. There, he received a degree in American History. Upon completing his undergraduate requirements, he interned in the Office of Congressman Charles Boustany of Louisiana. Ryan provides administrative, logistical and client support to the MITA government affairs, business, and technology professionals.
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