Johnny DeStefano
Board of Directors (open to ALL attendees)

Johnny DeStefano helps clients navigate Washington, D.C.’s complex political landscape, drawing on years of experience in government, politics, and data strategy. He served in the Trump Administration as Assistant to the President, first leading Presidential Personnel and later overseeing Intergovernmental Affairs, Public Liaison, and Political Affairs. Previously, he was President and CEO of Data Trust, the premier data firm on the right, which provided the foundational voter data behind President Trump’s 2016 victory and Republican congressional majorities .DeStefano also served as a Senior Advisor to House Speaker John Boehner and held leadership roles at the NRCC and House Republican Conference. He managed the successful re-election campaign of House Conference Chair Deborah Pryce in 2006,securing a key GOP leadership seat in a challenging political climate. He serves on the board of the National Park Foundation and previously served on the Fulbright Scholarship Program board as a presidential appointee.

Jordan Karem
Board of Directors (open to ALL attendees)

Jordan Karem has over 15 years of experience in national politics, public affairs, and government relations, advising Fortune 250 companies in energy and tech. He served in senior roles at the White House under President Trump, including Director of Oval Office Operations and Personal Aide to the President. Previously, he was White House Trip Director and Deputy Director of Presidential Advance. President Trump praised his loyalty and contributions to the administration upon his departure. Karem was also Press Director for Governor Mike Pence during the 2016 campaign and Communications Advisor during the transition. Before that, he spent four years at Pinnacle West Capital Corporation/APS, Arizona’s largest electric utility, ultimately serving as Chief of Staff to the Chairman and CEO. With experience spanning five presidential campaigns and key state races, Karem has built a career at the intersection of politics, communications, and operations.