Mike Connell

International Republican Institute develops political parties, civic institutions, open elections, good governance and the rule of law. It programs include women’s empowerment, democratic governance, multi party political systems, civil society initiative, youth leadership programs, strengthening electoral processes and monitoring & evaluation. The company was founded by Frank J. Fahrenkopf Jr. in April 1983 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

International Foundation for Election Systems provides support and services to electoral democracy. It provides technical assistance to election officials, empowering the underrepresented to participate in the political process and applying field-based research to improve the electoral cycle. The company was founded by Clifton White in 1987 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

New Media Communications, Inc. designs, develops and implements website and Internet services. Its services include banner ad creation and placement, e-mail direct marketing, market research and analysis of digital campaigns. The firm also offers hosting, site optimization and database integration. The company was founded by Mike Connell in January 1995 and is headquartered in Richfield, OH.