Patrick McFarland

Patrick McFarland has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles. Patrick is currently a Business Development Representative III at Quorum, where they identify and engages with digital agencies and public affairs firms, manages client campaigns, and cultivates relationships. Prior to this, Patrick worked as a Business Development Representative for the Agency Partnerships Team at Quorum, where they crafted partnership models and supported the needs of public affairs and digital agencies. Patrick also has experience as a Business Development Associate at Quorum, where they collaborated closely with account executives and marketing teams to deliver sales development strategies. Additionally, Patrick has freelanced as a Contributing Writer and worked for the U.S. Department of State as a Specialist. Patrick has also served as a Community Relations Assistant and Media Relations Manager at AmeriCorps, a Production Assistant at 495 Productions, and as a Public Policy & Personal Finance Intern at Instinctif Partners. Patrick has demonstrated effective communication skills, spearheading social media content development and managing correspondence. Patrick has also undertaken freelance and contract projects, showcasing their expertise in writing, editing, media coordination, project management, strategic planning, research, and analysis. Patrick's early experience includes roles as a Communications/Constituent Services Intern for the United States Senate and as a Host, Digital Reporter, and Contributor at KJHK 90.7 FM.

Patrick McFarland completed their education in a chronological sequence. Patrick obtained a Master's degree in Mass Communication/Media Studies from Georgetown University, starting in 2023. Prior to that, from 2019 to 2020, they participated in a program at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), focusing on Business, International Relations, and the Political Economy.

Patrick also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from the William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications, which they pursued from 2012 to 2017. Additionally, they obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Political Science and Government from The University of Kansas during the same period.

Patrick's education journey began at Rockhurst High School, where they completed their College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program in 2012.