Darcy Waldman

Director of Business Development & Client Relations at The Messina Group

Darcy Waldman is a seasoned professional currently serving as the Director of Business Development & Client Relations at The Messina Group, a full-service strategic consulting firm based in Washington, D.C.

Key Responsibilities

Darcy is responsible for managing relationships with existing clients and expanding The Messina Group's work by identifying new business opportunities and strategic partnerships. She also oversees strategic investment ventures, allowing the firm to take on clients and causes they are passionate about.2 3 4
She is involved in the firm’s creative marketing services, working closely with political, non-profit, and corporate clients to create, distribute, and publish visually compelling content. This includes branding, digital, email, and social media content creation, website design, and event management.2 3

Professional Background

Darcy has been with The Messina Group since 2014, initially joining as an Office Manager. She later became the Chief of Staff to the firm’s CEO for three years before taking on her current role. Her tenure and institutional knowledge make her a valuable asset to the firm.2 3
Prior to joining TMG, Darcy gained experience in various roles, including:
- Field Organizer and Organizing Fellow for Organizing for America - Virginia, where she was involved in voter registration drives, phone banks, and campaign events during President Obama’s 2012 campaign.1 3
- Executive Associate at DC Business Centers.1 3
- Policy/Outreach Intern at the White House Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) in 2011, where she was involved in event planning and briefing preparation.1 3

Education

Darcy graduated from the University of Georgia with two bachelor's degrees: a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism (BAJ) from the Grady School of Journalism and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government from the School of Public and International Affairs.1 2 3

Additional Information

Darcy holds multiple graphic design certificates and has a limited working proficiency in Spanish.1
She is known for her significant contributions to political campaigns, particularly her role in President Obama’s 2012 campaign, where her field office helped deliver a crucial margin of victory in Virginia.2