meet the (dream) team.
sarah selip
Sarah Selip is a leading force in political communications, bringing nearly a decade of experience in shaping narratives, building coalitions, and executing media strategy at the highest levels.
She has played a pivotal role in major Republican campaigns—spanning state, House, Senate, and presidential races—crafting messaging that drives engagement and delivers results. With a keen understanding of media dynamics and an extensive network in conservative politics, Sarah excels at cutting through the noise to ensure the right stories reach the right audiences.
Beyond the race to the ballot box, Sarah’s expertise extends to a diverse range of clients, including pundits, think tanks, bestselling authors, members of Congress, congressional candidates, recording artists, professional athletes, elected officials, and nonprofits. She specializes in elevating their voices, positioning them as thought leaders, and securing high-impact media coverage that advances their goals.
As a former congressional communications director, she spent four years strategically positioning members of Congress, amplifying their legislative priorities, and securing national media coverage that elevated their voices on Capitol Hill and across the country.
A sought-after political commentator, Sarah is a regular presence on Fox News, Fox 5 DC, Newsmax, BlazeTV, One America News, Hill TV, and nationally syndicated radio programs. Whether breaking down the day’s biggest headlines or shaping the broader political discourse, she is a trusted voice in the conversations that matter.
maren hersam
Maren Hersam is a top-tier Brand Communications Strategist at 917 Strategies, where she leads transformative messaging campaigns for high-profile clients across Washington, D.C.
With a sharp eye for narrative and a deep understanding of audience behavior, Maren has redefined how political leaders engage with constituents. Her innovative frameworks for digital strategy and media relations have become go-to models for staying on-message in fast-moving news cycles—balancing message discipline with real-time responsiveness.
Before entering the political arena, Maren honed her digital strategy skills in the competitive beauty and fashion industries, managing paid content placements and scaling social media engagement for top-tier brands and creators. That fast-paced, trend-driven environment sharpened her instincts for storytelling that connects and converts.
A graduate of The George Washington University with a background in psychology, Maren brings behavioral insight into every campaign she touches—translating complex policy positions into powerful, relatable messaging. Her ability to shape public perception and drive conversation makes her an indispensable advisor to candidates and causes working to make real impact.