058: Lead Boldly by Learning from One of the Best with Bob Witeck, Founder of Witeck Communications

Bob Witeck founded his Washington, D.C. based firm, Witeck Communications, in 1993. For the past 25 years, he has received countless recognitions as one of the nation’s leading business communicators, strategic consultants, and research experts on many aspects of the lives and households of LGBTQ people, families, and communities. In his work, Bob partners with nonprofit organizations, allies, experts, and business leaders to advise major corporations and advocacy groups on their missions, strategies, messages, and occasional crises.

Prior to launching his own business, Bob served as a legislative assistant and communications director in the U.S. Senate for a decade, as well as a senior VP at an international public affairs and public relations firm, Hill & Knowlton.

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Questions Answered in this Episode

·      Who is Bob Witeck, and what does his business do?

·      What was the origin story of his business?

·      How does he empower LGBTQ communities through business?

·      How can you get in touch with him?

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·      Connect with Bob by Email

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