For over twenty years, Ramsey Poston has been guiding his clients and employers to successful resolution of high stakes public relations issues. Mr. Poston develops comprehensive strategies to insure that his client’s image remains intact and that his client’s position gets a full and public hearing. His varied and comprehensive media contacts allow him to present a strong case for his clients, and his media savvy and connections help him to promote a positive and “litigation-strategy friendly” position.
Known for his ability to swiftly manage complex crises situations, Poston develops comprehensive strategies to shed light on the truth, restore calm and when necessary counter-punch.
Mr. Poston takes a hands-on approach with respect to message development, issue management and overall strategic communications.
Mr. Poston has worked with NASCAR for 10 years – initially hired to manage the crisis around the death of Dale Earnhardt – he has served as the chief communications strategist for each of the sport’s challenges.
He has served as NASCAR’s Managing Director of Communications since 2004 in which time he built one of the best communications teams in professional sports.
Mr. Poston has been recognized for his leadership and innovation. He led the charge in NASCAR in Social Media; developed revolutionary statistical applications; and created the NASCAR Citizen Journalists Media Corps.
Prior to joining NASCAR, Mr. Poston served as Senior Vice President at the Washington, D.C. public affairs firm Powell Tate. He led the firm’s Labor & Employment practice, providing strategic communications counsel for litigation, contract negotiations, and corporate campaigns.