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Founder & Owner- The Griot Group

As Founder and President of The Griot Group, Michele L. Watley offers a wide range of consulting services including strategic communications, political campaign management and general consulting, digital media, public affairs, and community outreach across various sectors. The Griot Group has the necessary tools and expertise to help clients develop impactful communication strategies, connect with and engage communities, and
build rich brand experiences.
Michele is the recipient of numerous awards from respected communication associations including the International Association of Business Communicators and Women in Communications. She has also been honored by the American Association of Political Consultants (AAPC) as one of the 40 best and brightest campaign professionals under 40 years old and was named one of Campaign & Elections Rising Stars for 2017. She is the first Black and the first female operative to be honored with both national awards in the same year. Michele’s work in strategic communications has garnered multiple industry awards and recognition from the International Association of Business Communicators and Women in Communications.

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