SDI In The News

The marketing lessons learned for government contractors in year 1 of Trump 2.0

Washington Technology
January 22, 2026

The winning message is clear: outcomes over features, efficiency as strategy, and AI as a practical tool, says SDI SVP Sean O’Leary

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The new rules of PR heading into 2026: Why human connection still wins

Capitol Communicator
December 17, 2025

As we look ahead to 2026, SDI SVP Sean O’Leary shares why human relationships still matter in the age of AI. 

Why America 250 Is a Prime PR Opportunity

PR News
December 16, 2025

As we look ahead to 2026, SDI SVP Sean O’Leary shares why human relationships still matter in the age of AI. 

The Path to Success: Susan Ann Davis on Risk, Resilience, and Mentorship

Her Success Story 
March 24, 2025

SDI CEO Susan Davis joined Ivy Slater’s podcast to discuss mentorship among women in business and the strategic choices involved in scaling a company globally.

The PR Struggle to Fix AI-Generated News Errors

PR News
March 3, 2025

SDI SVP Sean O’Leary shares the painful story of getting an AI-generated article corrected, and what lessons were learned for the PR industry

PR Roundup: Influencer Tragedy, Tick Tock for TikTok, Omnicom and IPG Merger Impacts

PR News
December 12, 2024

SDI SVP Jenny Wang shares her insights on crisis communications following the death of a Disney influencer at a branded event

CCOs Reveal Best Practices for AI, Social Media and Other Digital PR

PR News
November 4, 2024

CCOs from the Washington Post, Howard University, Nestle, and Truist discussed the state of PR during a panel moderated by SDI’s Sean O’Leary

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Firm moves

Axios
June 28, 2024

Round up of recent PR firm leadership moves, featuring SDI’s hire of Jenny Wang as Senior Vice President

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D.C.-area agency updates: Susan Davis International

Capitol Communicator
June 21, 2024

Article featuring SDI’s hire of our new Senior Vice President, Jenny Wang

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POLITICO Playbook PM

Politico
June 20, 2024

Announcement of SDI Senior VP Jenny Wang as a recipient of the 2024 class of Emerging Leaders Award by The Washington Women in Public Relations.

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Agency People News In Brief (June 17, 2024)

Provoke Media
June 17, 2024

Article featuring SDI’s hire of our new Senior Vice President, Jenny Wang

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POLITICO Playbook

Politico
June 14, 2024

“The unofficial guide to official Washington” features SDI’s hire of Jenny Wang as Senior Vice President.

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POLITICO Influence: Newsletter

Politico
June 13, 2024

“Inside the Beltway” newsletter featuring SDI’s hire of our new Senior Vice President, Jenny Wang

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On the Move: Said Differently Names GE Alum Boff as CEO

O’Dwyer’s 
June 13, 2024

Roundup featuring SDI’s hire of our new Senior Vice President, Jenny Wang

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Susan Davis International Names Jenny Wang as Senior Vice President

Bulldog Reporter
June 13, 2024

Article about Jenny Wang joining SDI as our new Senior Vice President

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WWPR announces finalists for 14th Annual Emerging Leaders Awards

Capitol Communicator
June 11, 2024

SDI SVP Jenny Wang named a finalist in the Mid-Sized Agency Category of the Emerging Leader Awards

Breakthrough with Lisa Gable

Cartier's Red Box Breakthrough with Lisa Gable: Interview with Susan Davis

Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/w6CGCYhBSVQ
Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/YJ9cpJrVKpI
Part 3: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/kUpmlGNA-Tg
April 29, 2024

SDI CEO Susan Davis discussing the immense power of storytelling, the impact of mentors, and how to maintain a proper work-life balance.

PR pros must prepare for the rise of AI journalism

PR Daily
March 27, 2024

AI-generated journalism has arrived and it’s here to stay. SDI’s Sean O’Leary shares tips on how to prepare for this new world.

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SDI Launches Interactive Calendar of Military Observances, Events

O’Dwyer’s PR News
January 5, 2024

Media article on the launch of SDI’s 2024 Military Events Calendar

Inform. Influence. Connect. With Susan Davis

VoiceAmerica’s Next Steps Forward podcast
December 5, 2023

SDI’s Susan Davis joins host Chris Meek to discuss her journey as an entrepreneur and share lessons learned along the way from the amazing women she’s met around the world.

B2G: Business-to-Government Communication with Sean O’Leary

PR360 Podcast
November 8, 2023

SDI VP Sean O’Leary chats with the PR 360 podcast about how PR works in government and military circles, as well as his experiences working events with Tom Hanks and President Joe Biden.

The Friday News Dump Is Counter-Productive in the Social Media Age

PR News
October 19, 2023

A look at why the Friday news dump is no longer a good crisis communications strategy by SDI VP Sean O’Leary.

Maximizing media relations as newsrooms shrink

PR Daily
July 5, 2023

SDI’s Sean O’Leary shares tips for PR pros as media newsrooms face increasing layoffs.

Founder and Chair of Susan Davis International: Intersectional Resiliency in a Changing World

Madam Policy Podcast
June 22, 2023

SDI’s Susan Davis joins the podcast to discuss the role of resiliency in shaping policy, staying on track even when things go awry, and the normalcy of failure.

The Only Way Forward with guest Susan Davis

Forging Forward podcast
June 2, 2023

SDI’s Susan Davis chats about the importance of women’s resilience in business, military and conflict.

Episode 114: Sean O'Leary, VP of Susan Davis International

The PR Podcast
January 30, 2023

SDI VP Sean O’Leary joins the PR Podcast to discuss the current state of public relations, what has changed due to COVID-19, and what the future holds for the industry.

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News of Firms: Kaplow Works HearingLife’s 'Live Life to Your Fullest' Push

O’Dwyer’s PR News
January 5, 2023

Daily news roundup covers the launch of SDI’s 2023 Military Events Calendar.

IPREX Global Communication Network Welcomes New Leadership Team

IPREX
June 21, 2022

SDI’s Sean O’Leary joins the IPREX leadership team as the new Partner Relations Committee Chair

What the pandemic success of podcasts means for PR pros

PR Daily
March 15, 2022

SDI’s Sean O’Leary explains why your media strategy shouldn’t overlook podcasts, even as the in-person interview has vanished.