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
Media Training
Digital Media Content and Strategy
Integrating Paid Media Efforts
Social Media Planning, Development, and Training
Email List Building and Management
Becca began her career in the Connecticut legislature as an aide to the Transportation Committee before becoming an issues advocate for private sector clients in Hartford and Washington, D.C. She served as a senior adviser to the campaign of former Connecticut Attorney General George Jepsen, and as Director of Government Relations for the Connecticut Farm Bureau Association where she shaped policy and spearheaded legislative strategy for this statewide industry association. As a consultant she has helped corporate, nonprofit, and advocacy clients with coalition growth, communications, and expanding reach and influence. Becca lives in West Hartford, Conn. with her husband and three sons.
Brian brings more than 20 years of experience spanning government, politics, and the corporate arena. Prior to founding Intersect, he 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 and policy agency. 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.
Bella’s background is in electoral politics and state government. After graduating from the University of Connecticut, she began her career working on local and state campaigns in Eastern Connecticut, overseeing field operations, fundraising, and campaign strategy. She later served as a Legislative Aide for the Connecticut Senate Democrats, where she conducted policy research, assisted constituents, and built relationships with stakeholders across Northeastern Connecticut. At Intersect, Bella supports direct client servicing across communications, stakeholder engagement, and marketing initiatives. In her free time, she enjoys reading, walking, and film photography. She lives in Hartford, Conn. with her wife and their cats.
Michael has spent more than 15 years working at the intersection of government, politics, and the private sector. He has built and led public advocacy campaigns focused on coalition building, grassroots engagement, and both earned and paid media. This work has spanned more than a dozen states as well as national efforts, and has included clients ranging from trade associations and nonprofits, to major corporations, businesses and municipal governments. Prior to co-founding Intersect Public Solutions in 2019, Michael directed a state political party that raised record sums of money and served as a national standard for building a permanent campaign infrastructure to support candidates and causes. He has also worked as an advisor on policy and legislative affairs to a Connecticut governor and served in senior roles in gubernatorial campaigns, and consulted on numerous statewide political campaigns. Michael graduated from Tufts University with a degree in political science and economics. He lives with his wife and two children in Glastonbury, Conn and is active in his local community, including having served as President of the Board of Trustees for his local synagogue, Congregation Kol Haverim.
Duby McDowell has more than 30 years of experience in journalism, politics and public relations, and has been advising clients on communication strategy since 2006. In 2022 the Hartford Business Journal named her to its “Power 50” list of Greater Hartford’s most influential leaders. Duby was the best known political reporter in Connecticut for 15 years and hosted a renowned Sunday morning television interview program which was the first stop for any politician seeking higher office. She founded and led the media strategy firm McDowell Communications Group for 17 years before merging with Intersect in 2025. Duby graduated from Harvard University and studied journalism at the University of Missouri. She divides her time between Hartford, Conn. and Cambridge, Mass. where she lives with her husband; her two adult daughters live in New York City.
Kayla Reasco brings 15 years of experience in government, politics, and public affairs to her work at IPS, where for the past five years she has led client projects across a range of sectors, helping organizations navigate complex policy landscapes, build relationships with key decision-makers, and develop strategy and messaging that advances their priorities. Before joining IPS, she spent a decade working at the federal, state, and local levels in Washington, D.C., and Connecticut, partnering with leaders on both sides of the aisle to develop policy, cultivate relationships, and manage public-facing events and messaging. She served as Deputy Chief of Staff to the Mayor of Hartford, Outreach Director for Congresswoman Jahana Hayes, and Deputy Political Director for Senator Chris Murphy’s 2018 re-election campaign, and worked on local, state, federal, and presidential campaigns across Connecticut. Kayla lives in Groton, Conn.
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.
Christy brings more than 30 years of expertise in finance and accounting. She handles the firm’s administrative and accounting processes. Outside of work, Christy is an avid lover of the outdoors, with a special passion for exploring State and National Parklands. After growing up in Connecticut, she now resides in Virginia with her husband and rescue dog, and enjoys being close to her two adult children.
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