Testimonials

“Jesse Lava is one of the most talented individuals, young or old, with whom I have ever worked.  He is a strong writer, an excellent thinker, and a person of great integrity and sense of purpose.” - David Wilhelm, former Chairman, Democratic National Committee

“No matter what part of the progressive agenda we’re working on — protecting social service funding, reforming drug laws, or curbing the corrosive influence of big money on politics — Jesse Lava knows exactly the right way to promote it.  He thinks well, writes like a dream, and manages to combine faith and policy intelligence in a way that very few individuals can match.  We are lucky to have his voice.” - Rev. Alexander Sharp, Executive Director, Protestants for the Common Good

“I’ve been in the PR/public affairs arena for nearly two decades.  Jesse Lava is, simply put, one of the best and brightest people I know. He is an unusual blend of big-picture thinker who understands how policy issues intersect and in-the-trenches campaign worker who always has his eye on the ball.  Add to that his ability to self-manage and manage up, and Jesse is truly a pleasure to work with.” - Heather Shadur, President, Shadur Communications

“In our efforts to advocate for the least advantaged members of society, Jesse Lava has helped tremendously, both as a board member and as a community organizer on the impoverished island of Vieques, Puerto Rico.  His organizing skills, general ability to get things accomplished, and genuine commitment to empowering the dispossessed have enabled him to succeed in that most difficult of tasks: being a leader who follows the people.”  - Eric Sapp, Executive Director, American Values Network

“My company’s mission is to cut greenhouse gases profitably, showing that what’s good for the planet can be good for business.  Jesse Lava’s work on our communications team advanced this mission considerably.  He delivered strategic savvy, terrific writing, and, indeed, passion.  He is a progressive who gets results.” - Dick Munson, Senior Vice President, Recycled Energy Development

Additional references, professional and academic, are available upon request.