Shakti Hawkins is a highly experienced communications professional and innovative strategist with over a decade of success in government, political, and public engagement campaigns. Her expertise lies in public affairs/relations, advocacy, integrated communications including social media, strategic and campaign planning, lobbying, fundraising, and event staging for businesses, nonprofits, government agencies, politicians, and community-based organizations.

Shakti's writing prowess is impressive, with a broad portfolio that includes press releases, direct mail, scripts and talking points, bios, advocacy materials, brochures, briefing memos, social media posts, website content, and other campaign and marketing collateral.

She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism with a minor in Political Science from the University of Oregon and has completed Master's-level coursework in Public Administration at the Institute of Public Service at Seattle University.

Throughout her career, Shakti has held various roles, including Sr. Enterprise Program Manager at Disney Streaming Services, Enterprise Program Manager at The Walt Disney Company, and Technical Project Manager at BAMTECH Media (MLB.com Advanced Media). She has also owned her consulting firm, worked as a partner at Argo Strategies, served as the State Outreach Director for U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell, and managed political campaigns.

Shakti is a practical decision-maker grounded in common sense and efficiency, who thrives in high stress, high risk, environments. Her ability to build coalitions, manage political campaigns, stage rallies and fundraisers, and craft messages is unmatched.