We solve problems, communicate strategically, enhance reputations, create events, manage crises and build relationships that endure.
SDI is a woman-owned small business. We are a full-service international public affairs and strategic communications agency. Clients stay with us, return to us and recommend us because we earn their respect and trust.
Susan Davis Inducted into Hall of Fame
Susan Ann Davis, Chairman of SDI, was recently inducted into the Communications Hall of Fame of Ragan Communications’ Top Women in Communications Awards.
Susan is a pioneering woman business owner and internationally known for her expertise in strategic positioning, government relations, and crisis communications. She has personally represented more than a dozen countries on issues ranging from economic crisis to nation building and trade expansion. During the past four decades, she has grown SDI into a global public affairs and strategic communications powerhouse that provides counsel worldwide to heads of governments, NGOs, and industry.
Our Client Work
Who We Are

Susan A. Davis
Chairman

Judith H. Whittlesey
Executive Vice President

Tom E. Davis
Vice President

Sean O’Leary
Vice President
What We’re Saying
SDI Spotlight: Reem Iskandar
Reem Iskandar began her internship at Susan Davis International (SDI) in September 2023, fresh off her graduation from George Mason University with a degree in Communications, concentrating on Public Relations. Her academic background instilled a strong passion for PR...
Veteran’s Day: My Hometown…And Yours
Every town in the United States has its own military heroes. Who were the doctors, mailmen, mill workers, or farmers that served in your hometown? It’s worth thinking about this Veterans Day.
The Friday News Dump No Longer Works in the Social Media Age
There is no true “quiet” part of the news cycle over the weekend, and Friday afternoons can no longer save you. There’s no ability to hide news anymore.
Our NAICS Codes
NAICS Code | Category |
541613 | Marketing consulting services |
541810ODC | Other direct costs for marketing and public relations services |
541820 | Public relations services |
541910 | Marketing research and analysis |
561920 | Conference, meeting, event and trade show planning services |