Kirwin Development Strategies is a Virginia-based consulting firm, specializing in Political Consulting for Campaigns, Business Development, Government Relations, and Project Management. We offer our clients solutions to help accomplish their goals. Our team of experts will work directly with you to establish objectives, develop a strategy and carry the plan on to completion. Contact us today to find out how our experience and resources can benefit you.
Brian Kirwin
Brian Kirwin is one of Virginia’s top political consultants with over 75 campaign victories, including wins for Mayor Bobby Dyer, Del. Barry Knight, Del. Glenn Davis, Del. Tim Anderson, Sen. John Cosgrove, Sen. Frank Wagner and Virginia Beach City Council members: Mayor Bob Dyer, Vice Mayor Rosemary Wilson, Councilman Chris Taylor and Councilman Michael Berlucchi. Brian’s public relations clients include the Virginia Beach Sportsplex, Eastern Sports Management, Cox Communications, and Auto Return and others
His affiliations have included:
- Chairman, Virginia Beach Arts and Humanities Commission
- Board – Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce
- Chairman – Republican 120 Club
- President, Virginia Production Alliance (Hampton Roads)
- Public Awareness Chairman, Virginia Beach Performing Arts Center Advisory Committee
- Past Vice-President & Past Director, Virginia Beach Council of Civic Organizations
- School Superintendent’s Blue Ribbon Commission – Teacher Recruitment and Retention
- BRAC Citizens Advisory Committee
Contact Brian:
brian@kirwinstrategies.com
757-718-3225
“Brian Kirwin is an invaluable asset to any campaign. He knows the big picture and has an encyclopedic knowledge of the issues. He directed the Team Tata highly successful multi-media political campaign and I appreciate that he took the time to learn and help me speak in my voice. He is calm under fire, exercises great judgment, and distills complex ideas into simple clear messages. Whenever I need him, night or day, he’s super-responsive. And, as his track record attests, he’s a winner!”
– Delegate Anne Ferrell Tata, Delegate, 85th District Virginia
“I was fortunate to work with Brian Kirwin and Kirwin Development Strategies on two successful campaigns for the Virginia Beach City Council. Brian’s expertise in communications, public policy, and strategy helped refine and deliver my message and platform to Virginia Beach voters and his knowledge of campaign management was instrumental in developing a winning organization.”
– Councilman Michael Berlucchi, Virginia Beach City Council
“I call Brian “the Mayor Maker”. Brian Kirwin helped me devise a messaging strategy and implementation plan that paved the road to victory time after time. Brian continues to be a key element in my success.”
– Mayor Bob Dyer, Virginia Beach City Council
“I unequivocally recommend Brian Kirwin to be your political consultant. He understands Virginia Beach like no other consultant and has the ability to see around the corner before anyone else. There is no doubt in my mind that without him I would not have been elected to the House of Delegates. If you need a political consultant, there is no better choice than Brian Kirwin. “
– Delegate Tim Anderson, Virginia Beach City Council
“Brian Kirwin is a brilliant electoral strategist and political consultant. He has become one of my top ‘go to’ peers because of his instinct, extensive knowledge base and understanding of community dynamics.
Brian is known for his loyalty to his clients and unique communication style. He has the ability to convey a message and motivate action on many levels.”
– Brenda (Haegley) Roberts, Political Director, Virginia Beach Mayor Will Sessoms
“What separates Brian Kirwin apart from other political consultants is his ability to keep his candidates focused. Most political consultants are only concerned about making sure their candidates are informed on the political issues and prepared for the media interaction. However, Brian understands that all this is useless in a political campaign unless the candidate is calm and focused.”
– Delegate Glenn Davis, Virginia House of Delegates
“Political consultant Brian Kirwin is quick to assess issues and develop the best strategy and response. If the media is calling, you’ll want Kirwin on your side.”
– Vice Mayor Rosemary Wilson, Virginia Beach City Council
“Political Consultant Brian Kirwin was the consistent voice of reason and stability throughout my political career.
His quick wit and creative approach to policy issues always kept me in front of the issues and I am convinced much of my success in the legislature was directly attributable to Brian.”
– Delegate Glenn Oder, Virginia House of Delegates
“I have had the honor to work alongside Brian in the Virginia political arena for a number of years. I find him to be a consummate political operator who brings a certain passion and ease to the profession that is either instantly disarming or immediately engaging — whatever the situation demands.”
– Shaun Kenney, Past Executive Director, Republican Party of Virginia, Republican Party of Virginia
Ann Kirwin
Ann Kirwin brings an expertise to the firm in communications and outreach programs, energy policy and business development. Prior to founding KDS, Ann worked as a lobbyist and consultant for Principle Advantage, Ltd, acting as the lobbyist for the City of Virginia Beach to the General Assembly in Richmond. In her public policy work, Ann has developed a specialty in renewable energy and has played a key role in developing renewable energy projects and policy in the Commonwealth of Virginia. She also has extensive project/organizational management experience.
Her affiliations include:
- Member, Virginia Air Pollution Control Board
- Member, Energy Advisory Committee to the Joint Commission on Technology and Science (JCOTS)
- Member, Global Commerce Council
- Director, Safe Kids Day
- Involvement with Red Cross, Habitat for Humanity, Chesapeake Bay Foundation and Hampton Roads Youth Center
- Graduate, Sorensen Institute of Political Leadership
Contact Ann:
afk@kirwinstrategies.com
757-675-1876
“Ann is the consummate professional with significant experience in the legislative process as well as professional services. As a legislator I personally witnessed her professional demeanor as she skillfully coached her clients thru difficult legislative procedures and educated legislators on the specific details of a legislative proposal. Her knowledge of public processes and her ability to communicate to both political and professional community leaders makes her an asset to any effort that requires a skilled, experienced consultant.”
– Glenn Oder, Executive Director, Fort Monroe Authority
“It was a pleasure working with Ann on the Offshore Wind Advanced Technology Demonstration Site Development project. Ann and her team were tasked with outreach and communications. She helped us develop our outreach strategy, target key stakeholders, and used her extensive contacts to arrange meetings with all the right people. The work she did and the manner in which she engaged were keys to the success of the project.”
– Rick Thomas, Principal, Timmons Group
Affiliations
KDS memberships include:
- Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce
- Central Business District Association
- Hampton Roads Global Commerce Council
KDS is a SWaM certified company, certification number 709859.
