Our team

Seth Jacobson is one of the nation’s leading marketing and communications specialists, with more than 25 years of experience in corporate communications, coalition advocacy, and public affairs. He specializes in creating highly effective advocacy programs for companies, governmental agencies, and organizations competing in the new global marketplace.

Claire is a San Francisco native and UC San Diego graduate with professional experience in non-profit issue advocacy, digital marketing, policy research and outreach, as well as client services. At JCI, she leads various client programs and manages Associates and their projects.

Georgia is a senior at the University of California, Los Angeles, majoring in Sociocultural Anthropology and Chinese Language & Civilizations. With an international background in places like Saudi Arabia, Dubai, Hong Kong, Brooklyn, San Francisco, and Los Angeles, she appreciates diverse cultures and connects easily with individuals from various backgrounds. Her professional background includes community building, conflict resolution, marketing, sales, and research.

Known for his years of extensive business, educational, and political relationships on the state and federal level. Crosby has more than 30 years of experience in public affairs, strategic corporate and crisis communications, government, and community relations, as well as grassroots coalition-building. As a senior advisor at JCI he provides insight and strategy for a variety of clients ranging from f telecommunications and healthcare to technology.

Lindsay has professional experience in public relations, customer service, research, and journalism. At JCI, she leads various client programs and manages projects for Associates/Coordinators.

Simi Situ is a Downingtown, Pennsylvania native, and has a variety of experiences in public relations, marketing, and academic research. As an Account Coordinator at JCI, she will be contributing to a number of accounts while expanding her knowledge in public affairs and community outreach.

Having spent almost 30 years in public affairs, serving business, labor, government, and nonprofits, Ken is an expert in identifying strategic partners, developing sharp messaging and outreach efforts.
Chawkins served as the Government Relations Manager for Air Products and Chemicals. Prior to that, he worked with Southern California Gas Company as Manager of Public Policy and Business Policy. Chawkins started his journey at Southern California Edison as a region manager for public affairs, and as a Special Assistant to the CEO.

Ava Sanchez is a Whittier, California native. She has experience in political communications, legislative research, and grassroots organizing. At JCI, she supports coalition building, communications, research, and grant management on various accounts.

Isabella is a Master of Public Policy candidate at the University of California, Los Angeles Luskin School of Public Affairs, where she is studying workforce development and technology policy. She is currently completing her capstone policy project, establishing creative strategies for the public sector workforce to utilize in implementing GenAI tools. Isabella has experience and is passionate about engaging in political advocacy, research, and conducting policy analysis dedicated to alleviating poverty and moving California into the future.