Mercury Welcomes Communications Strategist Michael Nitzky as Managing Director
NEW YORK (December 2, 2021) – Mercury, a leading global, bipartisan public strategy firm, announced the addition of veteran communications expert Michael Nitzky as managing director to its New York office. Nitzky brings years of experience navigating New York media and politics, having served in high-level communications positions across the government and advocacy spaces, as well as a producer for NY1’s “Inside City Hall”.
“Michael’s experience and media expertise make him a natural fit for Mercury,” said Mercury Partner John Gallagher. “From managing day-to-day and long-term communications strategies – to understanding the landscape of New York public affairs – he is a valuable addition to our team. We’re excited to welcome him.”
Nitzky brings over 20 years of communications experience, having most recently served as director of communications for StudentsFirstNY, where he oversaw media strategy and crisis communications for a leading organization advocating for education reform in New York City. Previously, he was director of communications for New York City Comptroller Scott Stringer, managing long-term strategy and day-to-day operations for the Comptroller’s press office and brand.
Nitzky worked as a producer at NY1 News for over 10 years, including serving as the senior political producer for “Inside City Hall”, New York’s only nightly political news program. In that capacity, he produced, wrote and developed news stories and guest segments for the program.
“I am proud to join Mercury and their top-tier team of experts serving important clients in New York and beyond,” said Nitzky. “I look forward to collaborating with some of the best minds in media and politics to bring smart solutions to meet our clients’ need.”
Nitzky holds a Bachelor of Arts in broadcast journalism and political science from Syracuse University and lives in New York City, with his wife and two children.
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About Mercury
Mercury is a high-stakes, bipartisan public strategy firm. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services that includes federal government relations, international affairs, digital influence, public opinion research, media strategy and a bipartisan grassroots mobilization network in all 50 states. Our firm is not just led by top talent — we distinguish ourselves by having senior talent deeply engaged in each project from start to finish, a promise we keep to clients. The firm has an established global presence, with U.S. offices in Washington, D.C., New York, California, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Florida, Montana, Texas, Iowa, South Carolina and Tennessee, as well as international offices in London and Mexico City. Mercury is a part of the Omnicom Public Relations Group.
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