Mark Blankenship is an experienced and highly regarded research and communications strategist.  Mark’s expertise is sought by Fortune 500 companies, national trade organizations and industry associations, law firms, universities and elected officials.  During his career he has created, executed and managed numerous quantitative and qualitative research projects for clients facing difficult challenges including complex litigation, political campaigns, crisis situations and reputation threats. 

Mark previously worked for a leading opinion research company in the mid-Atlantic region, where he was a senior vice president and chief strategist.  Before that, he was a top-aide to Cecil H. Underwood, former governor of West Virginia, in the governor’s administration and gubernatorial campaigns.  He has experience in numerous other campaigns including presidential, congressional and other statewide elections. 

With nearly 15 years of experience, Mark has worked on some of the highest profile litigation cases in the country and has been involved in and consulted on numerous corporate and crisis communications efforts.  His commentary and research is frequently cited by national and regional media outlets including The Wall Street Journal, The Drudge Report and NBC among others.  

Mark volunteers for numerous national and state non-profit organizations and is active in his community.  Mark received both his graduate and undergraduate degrees from West Virginia University.  

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