When I began my time at Intesa in August I had just graduated college and had just been married. It was an exciting time. New job, new marriage, new apartment and essentially a new life from a month prior. Now that my internship with Intesa is ending, I can look back with gratitude for the […]
Archives for 2017
San Diego State University | Sophomore Success Program
San Diego State University is home to 36,000 students, nationally recognized undergraduate and master’s programs, hall-of-fame athletes…and methodical project managers. When a new policy, program, or community project is in the works, SDSU staff dots every “i” and crosses every “t.” Turns out, they are just as serious about their communications and community relations efforts. In […]
Newman honored among SDBJ’s 2017 Business Women of the Year
SAN DIEGO — Margie Newman, founder and managing partner of Intesa Communications Group, has been named among San Diego Business Journal’s 2017 “Business Women of the Year” for her notable contributions to the San Diego community. She was recognized as a finalist at a luncheon at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront on November 15. The […]
Alliance for Early Success | strategic messaging workshop
The Alliance for Early Success is one of the nation’s most experienced and trusted names in early childhood policy. The non-profit brings state, national, and funding partners together to improve state policies for children, birth through age eight. In November 2017, their annual Partner Summit convened more than 200 advocates, researchers, and policy-change technical experts in […]
Intesa further boosts government affairs expertise with addition of Haley Peterson
Intesa Communications Group today welcomed former County of San Diego staffer Haley Peterson to its team, further strengthening its government relations and community affairs bench. Before joining Intesa as an Account Manager, Haley was a trusted policy advisor to County Supervisor Bill Horn, serving as his Director of Community Affairs for six years. She also […]
South Bay Community Services
South Bay Community Services (SBCS) is one of San Diego’s largest non-profit providers of social services, education, and community development programs for youth and families. Since their beginnings in 1971, SBCS has grown to an organization with more than 500 employees, serving thousands of children and families in need throughout San Diego. In 2017, Intesa […]
Intesa partner Maddy Kilkenny honored as San Diego’s ‘40 under 40’
SAN DIEGO — Intesa Communications Group partner Maddy Kilkenny today was tapped among the region’s brightest young leaders, as she was named among SDMetro Magazine’s 2017 “40 Under 40.” The annual award honors individuals in San Diego County making notable contributions to their industry and community. The 40 under 40 honoree luncheon was held this […]
Strategic Communications 101
The definition of “strategic communications” depends on who you ask and what your needs are. Intesa clients experience a tailored strategic communications plan based on their business goals and the crisis or opportunity at hand. From media relations strategy and community outreach, to elected official engagement, digital presence, and more, the blueprint to any successful […]
Cheers to 5 Years!
On August 9, 2017, Intesa celebrated five years of providing strategic communications and public affairs counsel to clients from San Diego to Washington, D.C. It was a treat to toast and celebrate with Intesa friends, family, and clients. Check the photo highlights of the event, which was catered by Urban Kitchen. Photography by Ashley DuChene.
Now hiring Summer and Fall interns!
Intesa is looking for well-written, thoughtful, and proactive self-starters who are embarrassingly well organized. [San Diego, CA] Intesa Communications Group is a communications and government relations shop located in fabulous Hillcrest – and we currently on the lookout for Summer and Fall 2017 interns. Intesa’s internship program offers students the opportunity to learn and develop the […]