Washington, D.C. (February 3, 2025) – BGR Group, Washington, D.C.’s premiere bipartisan lobbying and public relations firm, announced today that Steve Benjamin has rejoined its Advisory Board as a Co-Chair. A former Senior Advisor to President Biden and Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement and Mayor of Columbia, South Carolina, Steve brings decades of experience in government, public engagement, and municipal leadership to BGR Group’s Advisory Board and client offering.
“We couldn’t be happier to have Steve back with us,” said Ed Rogers, Founding Partner and Co-Chair of BGR’s Advisory Board. “Steve is a remarkably credentialed and distinguished leader who has an incredible ability to connect with people and find solutions to tough challenges. Throughout his career, he has proven himself to be one of America’s foremost public servants. His leadership and perspective will be an asset to everyone he works with.”
Prior to his most recent role in the Biden-Harris administration, Steve served as Mayor of Columbia, South Carolina, from 2010 to 2021. During his time as mayor, he also served in several leadership roles including as President of the U.S. Conference of Mayors, President of the African American Mayors Association, and Executive Chairman of Municipal Bonds for America.
“I’m honored to return to BGR Group and contribute to the important work they do,” said Benjamin. “BGR Group has always stood out for its commitment to finding innovative solutions and delivering results. I’m thrilled to rejoin the team and bring my experience to support their impactful work.”
“Steve’s career speaks for itself,” said Bob Wood, Chairman and CEO of BGR Group. “From his tenure as mayor to his leadership on the national stage with organizations like the U.S. Conference of Mayors and in the White House, Steve has consistently provided vision and achieved impact. We’re thrilled to have someone of his caliber and expertise on our team once again.”
In addition to his time in public service, Benjamin has been a Senior Fellow at the Milken Institute, a Menschel Senior Leadership Fellow at Harvard University, and the President & CEO of The Benjamin Firm, LLC.
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