Hari Sevugan

Hari Sevugan is a seasoned communications strategist with over twenty years of experience in setting and driving communications strategies for early and scaling-stage companies and large-scale activation campaigns.

He has a background as a securities litigator and a seasoned political operative, allowing him to navigate the intersection of policy, public opinion, and commerce effectively.

Hari has led communications for a $10B+ web3 company, managed public affairs campaigns for rideshare apps, and overseen brand and media for notable political campaigns like Pete Buttigieg's presidential run.

His expertise lies in developing foundational narratives for market positioning, managing crisis strategies, and building cohesive messaging across platforms.

Hari is known for his collaborative approach, ability to integrate communications into strategic planning, and skill in focusing organizations on key audiences.

He has served in various leadership roles in prominent organizations and campaigns, such as Deputy Campaign Manager at Pete for America and National Press Secretary at the Democratic National Committee.

Hari's educational background includes studying at Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law and obtaining a BA in Political Science from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

He has a strong presence in the political and advocacy landscape, sitting on the boards of organizations like NARAL, iVote, and EdBuild, and being recognized as one of Politico's 'Top 50 Politicos to Watch.'

His insights are frequently sought by major news outlets like the New York Times, the WSJ, CNN, and FOX News.

Hari's skillset encompasses strategic communications, crisis management, public affairs, political campaign leadership, and market positioning.