Maven, Inc., a minority owned business development and relationship management firm has announced a far-reaching expansion.  The Philadelphia-based firm is opening offices in New York, Houston and Little Rock.  Maven has teamed up with high-level professionals in each city to help grow its portfolio of clients.

“With this expansion, Maven is positioned to become a preeminent leader in business development and relationship management,” said Melonease Shaw, the President and Founder of the company.  “We have the experience, the knowledge, and the talent-this firm is now in a league of its own.”

The company team members read like a ‘Who’s Who’ in the world of politics and government.  Maven Senior Lobbyists, Donald A. Jones is one of the most experiences African American political consultants in America.  The breadth and depth of his contacts are legendary.  As a leading figure in political campaigns for the past quarter century, Mr. Jones has relationships within the establishment of Washington and in State Houses around the country.

Steering Maven’s operation in Little Rock, Arkansas is Rusty Cranford.  Mr. Cranford is an experienced lobbyist and political consultant with longstanding tied and deep contacts in Arkansas government and political circles.  “I’m thrilled by this opportunity to work with the seasoned professionals at Maven,” Cranford said.  “This firm is going to be a powerhouse in Little Rock and around the country.”

Christopher Watson, a financial guru and political consultant, will oversee the firm’s business in Houston, Texas.  Watson has years of experience working on campaigns in Houston, across Texas, and around the United States.  “Since the moment Melonease and I first started to talk about this expansion, I knew I wanted to be part of it,” Watson said.

The New York office will be spearheaded by Jason Haber, an experienced New York-based operative.  Mr. Haber has spent a decade getting to know the institutional and elected participants in City and State politics.  He also brings with him a background in strategic communications and leadership training.  As a Professor at John Jay College he also brings with him a background in academia.  “I’m delighted to be a part of this remarkable group of professionals,” Mr. Haber said.

Maven, Inc’s main office will remain in Philadelphia, but each city will have its own office up and running shortly.  The firm will soon announce an exciting lineup of new clients to be served by Maven’s leadership team.

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Contact: Don Jones
215-965-1587
Don@maven-inc.com