Matthew G. Palumbo, MBA Persuasion Professional

"Every crowd has a silver lining." - PT Barnum

If you combine insights from social psychology, history, and popular culture with good data, you can make any message more persuasive. I've enjoyed a couple of decades of doing just that for people and causes I care about.

Your idea, organization, or product competes for public attention against thousands of others every second. I work as a trusted and influential adviser to transform content in any medium into clear, compelling, and convincing messages for target audiences.

I truly enjoy mentoring and learning from others interested in all the fascinating aspects of communications, and I am happy to host conversations or give presentations on the subject.

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Professional Background

For more than 20 years I have served as a driving force behind communications, public affairs, and marketing initiatives that have advanced the visions, agendas, and goals of organizations and individuals. My expertise includes both traditional and online marketing and communications, including audience research, content development, and social media outreach.

I have produced speeches, press releases, policy papers, and marketing materials on topics ranging from technology, medical practice, and education to transportation, trade, and intellectual property.

My background in public policy and advocacy is showcased by a history of success in reframing highly technical proposals into easily communicated presentations for non-specialists. While working on behalf of top federal agency officials, Academy Award winners, industry groups, and others, I have proven my ability to gain support for organizations and causes, deal diplomatically with a variety of stakeholders, and effectively handle tight deadlines in fast-paced environments.