John Whetstone

Director of Public Affairs

John is a gifted storyteller and advocate with over 25 years of experience working with Republican lawmakers in the Michigan House of Representatives. Over the past two decades, he has developed and implemented effective communication plans for several of the state’s most groundbreaking public policy initiatives. 

With keen insight and sound strategic counsel, John has successfully developed key messaging and branding materials, enhanced organizational visibility and image, and effectively communicated with various stakeholders to help reach goals. 

John is a former newspaper reporter and editor who earned a journalism degree from Michigan State University. He is also an award-winning screenwriter whose films have screened at film festivals worldwide.