Brooks Kochvar has spent the last two decades at the intersection of politics, public policy, and public opinion. Using his experience managing campaigns for two US senators and serving as chief of staff to two members of Congress, he uses survey research and public opinion polling to help companies, trade associations, and candidates develop advertising and communication strategies.

Brooks has conducted extensive research in array of subject areas including health care, technology, energy, labor, environment, and land use. His research has been leveraged by national and regional companies and associations for image and reputation management, public affairs, and crisis communications. As part of his vast experience in doing image and reputation work for Fortune 100 companies, Brooks has conducted surveys in all 50 states and more than 20 countries.

In the political sphere, Brooks has conducted polling and overseen strategy for successful gubernatorial, US Senate and congressional campaigns, as well as ballot initiatives throughout the United Sates. He has also does polling for many outside organizations such as the Congressional Leadership Fund, American Action Network, Senate Leadership Fund, the NRCC, and the NRSC.

Brooks has also served as an advisor to several prominent CEO’s. Most recently, Brooks was tapped by the former Starbucks Chairman and CEO, to lead the release of his New York Times best-selling book and his exploration of a presidential campaign.

Brooks has lectured about American politics at Oxford University and taught campaign management and strategy throughout the Middle East and in North Africa. He lives with his wife Rebecca and two children in Boise, ID.

Brendon DelToro has spent over a decade working in politics, government and the private sector with a keen focus on driving success and executing winning strategies for both politicians and businesses. Brendon has honed his skills from several vantage points by working inside the beltway with elected officials and building campaigns in different cities nationwide. Brendon’s depth of experience and knowledge gives him a unique perspective for navigating the intersection of politics and corporate business that can be applied to clients facing a variety of challenges.

In the political space, Brendon has served as a senior member of the political team at the NRCC where he advised dozens of Members and candidates for Congress, many of whom went on to win their election or re-election campaigns. Brendon also served as campaign manager for a Midwest Congressional campaign, working to successfully flip the seat in a Presidential election cycle. He then transitioned to be Chief of Staff for 3 years and focused on building both the official platform for the Member’s tenure in Congress and steering political operations for the re-election campaign. Brendon has served in management positions in all levels of government, including leadership roles for senate, gubernatorial, and legislative races. His strengths lie in his ability to manage all facets of a campaign, including fundraising, strategic messaging, and grassroots operations, while focusing on the ultimate mission to achieve winning results.

Outside of politics, Brendon served as an executive for a global media company and as a senior political adviser to the CEO of a Fortune 150 company. In these capacities, he advised on a large portfolio of issues, such as long-term strategic planning, message development, and branding.

Brendon lives in Virginia with his wife, Danielle, and daughter.

Joe Desilets has spent over a decade managing and consulting for winning campaigns across the country, with a reputation for running the most efficient and effective campaigns in the Republican Party.

Joe has served as a senior advisor and strategist to multiple Governors and Members of Congress and overseen some of the most expensive and hotly contested races across the country over the past several years.

Joe lives in Virginia and enjoys watching his beloved Minnesota Twins inevitably lose to the Yankees in the playoffs every other year.

Rich Dunn has over 20 years of experience in politics and issue advocacy. He is an expert at helping candidates and businesses win elections and achieve their public policy goals.

Before joining GPS, Rich was a managing director at a top D.C. public affairs firm and worked on Capitol Hill, most recently as chief of staff to U.S. Senator Tim Scott. He's also been a trusted advisor to several party organizations. While serving as independent expenditure director at the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) and the Congressional Leadership Fund (CLF), Rich designed and led two national advertising campaigns with a combined budget of $185 million. As the political director at the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC), he helped recruit and advise candidates for the U.S. Senate and Committee Chairman John Cornyn, a member of GOP leadership.

GPS's clients benefit from Rich's unique combination of experience on both sides of the Capitol and his extensive knowledge of the political process and public policymaking. His ability to navigate complex issues and develop compelling narratives has helped him devise and execute successful campaigns for some of the country's leading corporations and candidates for public office.

Rich graduated from the University of Notre Dame and resides in his hometown of Bloomington, Illinois.