Golin has brought on consultant Michon Ellis to spearhead the agency’s issues and crisis practice in Chicago. As the new Executive VP, Ellis is responsible for enhancing the crisis and issues expertise of the Chicago team, fostering the growth of the specialty department, and establishing the agency as a premier resource for clients facing complex challenges. He is now part of a corporate communications team of over 40 specialists at the firm's headquarters, which includes nearly a dozen experts in crisis and issues management.
Ellis began his role in early July, reporting directly to Molly Starmann, Associate Managing Director of Golin Chicago. Prior to joining Golin, Ellis was the CEO of CLOUT, a consultancy he founded in 2019 that focuses on crisis and reputation management. His 25-year career in corporate communications includes a decade at McDonald’s, where he held senior leadership roles in corporate communications and consumer PR.
