In a constantly changing political and social landscape, it’s more important than ever to have a clear story to tell, a strong voice to tell it, and a seat at the table where decisions are being made. To get there, you need to coordinate every resource, work faster than the competition, and craft messages that resonate both inside capitol buildings and with the public at large.
Who We Are
At Intersect Public Solutions, we help find the critical junctures in your public affairs efforts -- the places where your unique story fits into existing public narratives, where shared interests align to build strong coalitions, and where common-sense solutions can break down traditional barriers of ideology or political party. Most importantly, we work fast now but with an eye to the future, so that you can stop fighting the same fights year after year.
Our experience ranges from senior positions inside government, to the highest levels of political campaigns, to working alongside corporate partners at the center of contentious and high-profile public debates. We work hand-in-hand with our clients at every step of the way to help tell their story, and to make sure it’s heard where it matters most.
We’re a public affairs and communications firm rooted in a well-informed understanding of what’s happening day-to-day in government and politics. We believe your communications goals must work in harmony with your business plan, your policy agenda, your government affairs strategy, and anything else that matters to you. It’s all connected — it all intersects.
All of our services are tailored to each client based on their individualized needs and their specific resources. We think you know your goals best — we want to help you achieve them on your terms.
Ongoing Political Counsel and Strategy
Drafting of Formal Strategic Plans
Executive Advising and Reputation Management
Policy Development and Implementation
Coalition Building and Maintenance
Intra-Industry Positioning
Grassroots Outreach
Fundraising
Media and Public Relations
Messaging
Crisis Management
Speech Writing
Digital Media Content and Strategy
Integrating Paid Media Efforts
Social Media Planning, Development, and Training
Email List Building and Management
Brian brings more than 15 years of experience spanning government, politics, and the corporate arena. Most recently he served for three years as Chief of Staff to Connecticut Governor Dan Malloy, and also worked for the administration in the state’s budget department, the Office of Policy and Management. Previously, he was Vice President of Communications for a national public affairs and research firm, where he planned and implemented public affairs campaigns for corporate, nonprofit, and political clients. He began his career in New York City with a global media firm, developing paid media strategies for multinational corporate clients. Brian lives in West Hartford, Conn. with his wife and two sons.
Michael has over 10 years of experience in policy and political advocacy. Throughout his career he has been committed to analyzing issues and policy and advocating for various causes. Michael worked most recently to build coalitions of Republicans and Democrats, business organizations, and labor unions to guide two successful issue-based referenda. Prior to that work he directed a state party that raised record sums of money and served as a national standard for excellence in campaign, digital, and grassroots engagement. Michael has also worked as an advisor on policy and legislative affairs in the Connecticut Governor’s Office, served in senior roles in gubernatorial campaigns and managed a successful statewide Presidential primary campaign. Michael lives with his wife and two children in Glastonbury, Conn.
Kayla Reasco has worked in government and politics at the federal, state, and local levels in both Washington D.C. and Connecticut for the past 10 years. She has worked with leaders on both sides of the aisle, helping to develop policy, cultivate relationships, and manage public-facing events and messaging. She most recently served as Deputy Chief of Staff to the Mayor of Hartford, CT, and previously as Outreach Director for Congresswoman Jahana Hayes and Deputy Political Director for Senator Chris Murphy’s re-election campaign in 2018, as well as other local, state, federal, and presidential campaigns in Connecticut. Kayla lives in Groton, Conn. with her husband and puppy.
Abe is a seasoned strategist with over a decade of experience advocating before federal, state, and municipal governments, as well as working on issue and electoral campaigns across the country. Prior to joining the team at Intersect, he managed Connecticut Congressman Joe Courtney’s successful 2022 reelection campaign. Previously, he worked in the legislative and political departments at the AFL-CIO, UFCW, and SEIU in Washington, D.C. where he oversaw state legislative affairs for multiple regions and served in leadership roles on statewide independent expenditure campaigns. As a West Hartford native and Wesleyan University alumnus, he has deep Connecticut roots. Abe lives in West Hartford with his rescue dog and is an avid hiker.
Bella brings a wealth of experience in state government and electoral politics. Prior to joining Intersect, she served as a Legislative Aide for the Connecticut Senate Democrats where she was responsible for policy research, providing constituent services, and forging relationships with stakeholders throughout Northeastern Connecticut. Bella has managed both local and state electoral campaigns in Eastern Connecticut, overseeing field, fundraising, and strategic operations. She has served in various leadership roles for the Young Democrats of Connecticut, most recently as an advisor on political affairs for the Eastern Connecticut chapter. Bella lives in Norwich, Conn. with her two cats and enjoys cycling and reading in her free time.
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