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Guy Chipparoni
As one of the industry’s foremost experts in strategic planning, media relations and crisis communications, Chip is a strategist who understands the intersection of politics and communications and delivers creative approaches to clients’ most challenging issues. He is recognized as an industry leader who offers astute counsel to c-suite and executive leaders on complex strategic issues. Chip is quick to assess the scenarios and strategize on a path forward. Protecting reputations and building relationships are always his priority.
Chip founded Res Publica Group in 2002 following leadership roles at both KemperLesnik Communications in Chicago and the national public affairs team at Hill & Knowlton. He served as a senior advisor to Illinois Governor Jim Edgar and began his career navigating hospitality and tourism industry issues for the prominent private owners of Hyatt Hotel Corporation. He serves on the Chicago Advisory Board of U.S. Bank following years as a member of the Metropolitan Pier & Exposition Authority and Chair of Navy Pier and its marketing committee.
Dekesha Neal
Dekesha leads the day-to-day financial operations of Res Publica Group, overseeing and maintaining the overall financial health of the company. Her attention to detail and strong accounting background help ensure effective financial management controls are in place and that strict compliance is adhered.
Previous roles with Mayer Brown LLP prepared her with revenue and expense budgeting as well as intercompany reconciliation, reporting and billing experience for South American, European and Asian regions. She became familiar with contracting, compliance and auditing with government agencies as a senior accountant for The Boeing Company. Dekesha’s career began as a staff accountant for Ronin Capital and subsequently Blue Cross Blue Shield. Dekesha holds both a bachelor’s and MBA in Accounting from Chicago State University and Roosevelt University, respectively.