Mike Barco

Mike Barco is a Vice President at Proof Strategies, specializing in public relations and public affairs, with a rich background in journalism. They have reported for major outlets such as Bloomberg and USA Today, and served as a Director of Media & Public Relations at Brady, where they significantly increased earned media. With an M.A. in Political Science from Virginia Tech and a B.A. in Journalism from American University, Mike combines their expertise in storytelling with strategic communications. Additionally, they bring a unique perspective from their past as a professional wrestler, attributing their success in PR to the charisma and quick thinking learned in the ring.