Author: Katherine Swetman

WASHINGTON, DC (April 29, 2026)  – P2 Public Affairs is proud to announce the promotions of Chris Hartline, Andrew Romeo, and Scott Paradise to Partner, expanding the firm’s senior leadership.

They join Phil Cox, Generra Peck, and Ryan Tyson. Their promotions reflect both their individual records of winning high-stakes campaigns and P2’s continued growth founded on the belief that winning for clients starts with investing in the people doing the work.

Chris Hartline is a communications veteran with more than a decade of experience at the highest levels of Republican politics, including serving as Senior Advisor to Senator Rick Scott’s re-election campaign and as Communications Director at the National Republican Senatorial Committee. Hartline first joined P2 in 2023. 

Andrew Romeo is a seasoned communications strategist with a decade of experience leading high-stakes political and issue campaigns. He has managed hundreds of millions in total spending on paid media campaigns across television, digital, radio, and direct mail, delivering results in competitive races nationwide. Most recently, Andrew served as a senior advisor to Super PACs supporting President Trump during the 2024 election. Romeo first joined P2 in 2024. 

Scott Paradise brings nearly two decades of experience running major political operations, including senior roles on U.S. Senate campaigns and at the presidential level.  He is one of a small number of operatives with hands-on experience managing the scale and complexity of major campaigns that have garnered national attention. Paradise first joined P2 in 2023. 

”Over the past three years, Chris, Andrew, and Scott have distinguished themselves in how they lead, how they think, and how they perform when the pressure is highest,” said Generra Peck, Partner and President. “They deliver for clients in the moments that matter most, and they make everyone around them better. We are excited for them to step into these key leadership roles as the firm continues to grow and expand its capabilities.”

About P2 Public Affairs

Founded in 2018 by Phil Cox and Generra Peck, P2 is a specialized communications and strategy firm with decades of combined experience managing and successfully delivering results for our clients. In 2024, P2 announced the addition of P2 Insights, led by P2 Partner Ryan Tyson. Our team members are battle-tested political and policy operatives who have experience winning the toughest issue advocacy campaigns across the nation and in Washington, D.C.

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WASHINGTON, DC (November 5, 2025)  – P2 Public Affairs is proud to announce the addition of Alex Flowers, Bridget O’Brien and Anjali Jarral.  

Alex Moe Flowers joins P2 as a Vice President, as covered by Politico this morning. Alex is a seasoned media and communications strategist with more than a decade of journalism experience covering Congress, campaigns, and breaking news for NBC News. A former Capitol Hill producer and political journalist, she led editorial coverage of the House of Representatives for seven years and played a central role in the network’s reporting on politics and policy. Alex traveled extensively covering campaigns in key battleground states and was a campaign embed reporter during the 2012 presidential election. While working as a field producer based in New York, she reported on countless stories including the Boston Marathon bombings, the Newtown shooting and the World Series. 

Alex’s work has been Emmy-nominated and earned her an Edward R. Murrow Award for Breaking News. She holds dual bachelor degrees in Broadcast Journalism and Government & Politics from the University of Maryland.

Bridget O’Brien joins P2 as an Associate. Bridget is a communications and leadership specialist. Most recently, she served as Miss Maryland 2024, leading statewide initiatives focused on youth empowerment. During her tenure, she worked with the American Heart Association, reaching more than 4,000 students with her signature message on redefining failure and building resilience. Her dedication to service was formally recognized on the Maryland State Senate floor for her impactful contributions to the community. Bridget earned her Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University of Alabama, graduating summa cum laude in 2024. She brings a dynamic blend of public speaking, advocacy, and strategic communication skills to her role at P2.

Anjali Jarral joins P2 as an Associate. She has a background in public service, policy analysis, and community engagement. She previously served as Special Assistant to the Secretariat of Health and Human Resources within the Office of Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin. Anjali graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, with a degree in Criminal Justice and double minors in Philosophy of Law and Business.

About P2 Public Affairs:

Founded in 2018 by Phil Cox, Generra Peck, and Marie Sanderson, P2 is a specialized communications and strategy firm with decades of combined experience managing and successfully delivering results for our clients. P2 recently announced the addition of P2 Insights, led by P2 Partner Ryan Tyson. Our partners and principals are battle-tested political and policy operatives who have experience winning the toughest issue advocacy campaigns across the nation and in Washington, D.C.

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WASHINGTON, DC (June 27, 2025)  – P2 Public Affairs is proud to announce the addition of five new team members, bringing top-tier experience in public affairs, strategic communications, and political strategy. These hires position P2 to further its ability to deliver results for clients at the highest level. 

With over a decade of experience in political and government communications and policy, Kelsi Daniell joins P2 as a Vice President. She has served in senior roles on Capitol Hill, most recently as a Deputy Chief of Staff in the U.S. Senate. During the first Trump Administration, Kelsi was the national spokesperson for the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. Prior to working in the nation’s capital, Kelsi served in state government and helped lead two successful statewide campaigns in Arkansas. Kelsi holds a Bachelor of Arts in history and political science from Ouachita Baptist University. 

A seasoned political consultant and media strategist known for her ability to deliver high-impact wins for high-stakes clients, Megan Fitzmartin joins P2 as a Vice President. She has deep experience working with statewide and national candidate campaigns, ballot initiatives, and SuperPACs. Most recently, Megan served as Senior Advisor to the Speaker of the Ohio House of Representatives, where she oversaw the policy and communications teams and built coalitions that drove major legislative victories. Previously, she worked at a nationally recognized media agency, partnering with clients on successful statewide campaigns across the country. Megan has also led winning efforts for the Ohio House Republican campaign organization across multiple cycles. She began her career in the Office of the Governor of Ohio, ultimately serving as the Director of Boards and Commissions. Megan holds a Bachelor of Arts in political science from The Ohio State University.

A veteran political strategist with an extensive background in both communications and policy, Bess Toole joins P2 as a Vice President. Bess has crafted creative content and paid media strategies for candidates up and down the ballot and for causes across the country. She has served on statewide campaigns and as Chief of Staff to the previous Virginia House Majority Leader.  Most recently, Bess served as a Vice President at a national consulting firm, advising clients on policy issues before the Legislature and Executive Branch. She is a graduate of James Madison University with a degree in International Affairs and Political Communication. 

With almost ten years of experience working on political and public affairs campaigns, Eloise Gibbens joins P2 as a Managing Director. She was previously the Vice President of Operations at a voter contact and public affairs firm where she oversaw messaging, design, and copywriting for various campaigns from statewide to national races, issue advocacy campaigns, and corporate work. Eloise has extensive experience developing creative concepts for various campaigns and enjoys working through this process with clients. Eloise holds both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Political Science from Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina. 

Kendall McDermott joins P2 as an Associate. A graduate of Florida State University with a degree in Marketing, she has experience working on political campaigns and state political organizations. She is experienced in media monitoring and measurement. 

About P2 Public Affairs:

Founded in 2018 by Phil Cox, Generra Peck, and Marie Sanderson, P2 is a specialized communications and strategy firm with decades of combined experience managing and successfully delivering results for our clients. P2 recently announced the addition of P2 Insights, led by P2 Partner Ryan Tyson. Our partners and principals are battle-tested political and policy operatives who have experience winning the toughest issue advocacy campaigns across the nation and in Washington, D.C.

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