Eric Ruff Email Address

Communications Leader

Nelson was the face of I/ITSEC for many years, having been involved with the coordination and development of the conference since 1979. In recent years, as the I/ITSEC Advisor, he remained heavily involved in the planning and execution of the conference. Among his talents was his professional-level...

Policy and advocacy communications expert with extensive private and public sector experience. Innovative and enthusiastic leader who motivates teams to exceed expectations. Strategic and creative thinker with excellent judgment. Strong executive team member whose counsel is valued by leadership. Former reporter with solid media relations and spokesperson expertise. Effectively utilizes traditional and social media to promote and generate greater awareness of positions and organizations. Served on congressional staffs of U.S. Senators Kay Bailey Hutchison, U.S. Senator John Warner and U.S. Senator Ted Stevens. Served on personal staffs of Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld and Secretary of the Interior Gale Norton. Specialties: writing, media relations, organizing and leading teams to maximize results, executive and organzation positioning, congressional relations, problem solving and issue management.