Nate Byer

Nate Byer is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in strategic communications and advocacy, currently serving as a Partner and Head of Client & Campaign Group at Purple Strategies since March 2017. Previous roles include Senior Director at Blue State, where Nate oversaw complex integrated advocacy programs for various clients, and Strategy Advisor at the National Security Network, focusing on targeted communications strategies during critical legislative negotiations. Additional experience includes serving as Campaign Press Secretary for U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Afghanistan Program Manager at USAID, and Communications Director for the AFL CIO in Kentucky. Nate's background also features leadership in campaign management and grassroots mobilization with organizations such as Earth Day Network and GMMB. Educational credentials include a Bachelor's degree from Wesleyan University and an MBA from The Johns Hopkins University.