Emily Sissell

Director of Public Affairs

Emily Sissell is a seasoned policy and communications strategist with more than a decade of national earned media successes.

Over the course of her career, Emily has earned a reputation for her ability to craft compelling narratives, drive impactful campaigns, and effectively manage complex projects.

Emily has served as a communications director in both Congress and the California Legislature as well as in various positions at the White House and U.S. Department of State. In the latter role, Emily earned the Meritorious Award for her work in successfully developing media roll out plans for several of the Secretary's larger initiatives.

As Director of Public Affairs at Swing Strategies, Emily Sissell spearheads public affairs campaigns, coalition building, and media outreach on diverse issues impacting Californians, from public safety to healthcare and labor.

In 2023, the Orange County Register recognized Emily as one of the Top 125 Most Influential People in Orange County.

A native of Orange County and a proud USC Trojan, Emily was a member of the renowned USC Trojan Marching Band. She currently resides in San Clemente and enjoys experimenting with new recipes, running on beach trails, and exploring new travel destinations in her spare time.