Charles Cooper

Charles Cooper is the Managing Partner and Founder of Brumidi Group, a boutique strategic consulting firm based in Washington, D.C.12 With nearly two decades of experience in politics and government relations, Cooper provides strategic advisory services to a diverse range of clients, including Fortune 100 companies, non-profits, trade associations, and coalitions.1

Professional Background

Cooper's career spans both the private and public sectors:

• Government Experience: He served for over a decade on Capitol Hill in various senior roles, including chief of staff to a Member of Congress and chief of staff to a congressional leadership office.1

• Private Sector: Prior to founding Brumidi Group in November 2022, Cooper held leadership positions at other lobbying and strategic communications firms.2 He was Managing Director and Chair of Advocacy at Signal Group DC from 2019 to 2022, and Executive Vice President at McBee Strategic Consulting from 2010 to 2016.2

Expertise and Services

Cooper specializes in:

• Developing comprehensive strategies that include advocacy, communications, and political positioning
• Helping organizations advance policy priorities or mitigate policy risk
• Navigating complex legislative, regulatory, and political landscapes

He has successfully led client efforts to pass historic laws, prevent major policy risks, shape regulatory decisions, and manage large issue campaigns.1

Education and Additional Roles

Cooper earned a dual Bachelor's Degree in political science and history from Southern Methodist University, where he currently serves on the alumni board.1 As of 2023, he was also a candidate for an MBA at Southern Methodist University's Cox School of Business.2

Personal

Cooper describes himself as someone who is never far from politics or policy, a strong believer in philanthropy, and a proud husband and father.3