James Desio

James Desio has a diverse work experience in media relations, account management, content strategy, marketing strategy, and research. James is currently employed as the Deputy Director of Media Relations at the American Enterprise Institute, a role they assumed in 2022. Prior to this, they worked as a Media Relations Associate in domestic policy at the same organization from 2021 to 2022.

Before joining the American Enterprise Institute, James held various roles at IMGE, an agency specializing in digital grassroots advocacy and political fundraising. James served as a Senior Account Manager from 2020 to 2021, overseeing content marketing programs for clients including Fortune 50 companies and statewide political campaigns. James was also a Content Manager from 2019 to 2020, responsible for executing and developing content marketing initiatives. Prior to that, they held the positions of Content Strategist and Marketing Strategist, focusing on digital grassroots advocacy and political fundraising.

Earlier in their career, James gained experience as a Research Intern and Development Intern at the Hudson Institute, where they conducted research and assisted with donor management. James also participated in the Hudson Institute Political Studies Program as a Fellow, deepening their understanding of political theory and policy.

Overall, James Desio has a strong background in media relations, content strategy, marketing, and research, and has worked with reputable organizations in the political and policy fields.

James Desio obtained their Bachelor's degree in Foreign Affairs and History from the University of Virginia, where they attended from 2013 to 2017. In July 2017, they also obtained certifications in Email Marketing from the HubSpot Academy and Google Analytics Individual Qualification from Google.