Senior Director, Public Affairs

Michael Schwartz has spent his career helping organizations turn complex public policy issues into stories people can connect with, and act on. Throughout his career, he’s led award-winning strategic communications and advocacy campaigns in healthcare, energy, natural resources, and infrastructure, working with clients to shape messages that resonate both in state capitols and communities.

Before joining Think Big as Senior Director of Public Affairs, Michael directed creative and advertising strategy at agencies specializing in advocacy and issue-based work. He’s partnered with coalitions, nonprofits, and industry leaders to build brand platforms, produce multimedia content, and launch campaigns that moved the needle on legislation and public opinion.

Based in Los Angeles, Michael spends his free time exploring new dinner spots around the city, building a playlist or working on his golf game.