Josh Morby
Joshua Morby has nearly 30 years of experience collaborating with members of the media, elected officials, employers and industry associations in Wisconsin. His clients include non-profits, small and mid-size businesses and Fortune 500 companies. Mr. Morby has lead numerous successful grassroots campaigns and coalitions.
A graduate of UW-Stevens Point, Morby worked as a staff and freelance writer for a number of print publications in Wisconsin, including the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and the Wisconsin State Journal.
In 2002, he spearheaded communications efforts for the historic campaign of third-party candidate Ed Thompson's gubernatorial bid, contributing to his achievement of over 10% of the vote.
Following this campaign, Morby served as deputy press secretary for Governor Jim Doyle before entering the private sector to established a public affairs firm. In that capacity he has served as an advisor for officials in sectors such as economic development, workforce development, healthcare, education, broadband, energy, biofuel and construction.
His successful representation extends to Wisconsin's major utilities, ethanol and bio-power producers, wind industry professionals, real estate developers, regional economic development professionals, and elected officials in various capacities.
Morby has also been instrumental in managing high-profile crisis communications efforts.
In the community, Morby has contributed as a board member of the Urban Ecology Center, the Friends of Lake Shore State Park, the Pine Beach Boat Club, and as a longstanding member of the Milwaukee Downtown Rotary Club. He resides in Milwaukee's historic Washington Heights neighborhood with his wife and three daughters.