Erin VanSickle, Jerry Paul, Rob Wilson Launch Capitol Energy Communications

Capitol Energy Communications Provides Media Consulting and Public Relations Services

Tallahassee, Fla. (Vocus) July 13, 2009 -- Erin VanSickle, former communications director for the Florida GOP (http://www.rpof.org/), today announced the launch of Capitol Energy Communications (http://www.capitolenergypr.com/), LLC. Capitol Energy Communications is a unique partnership between VanSickle and government affairs consultants Jerry Paul (http://www.capitolenergy.net/experience.htm) and Rob Wilson (http://www.capitolenergy.net/experience.htm) of Capitol Energy Florida (http://www.capitolenergy.net/), LLC. Capitol Energy Communications will provide strategic communications services combined with energy policy and legislative expertise.

"Capitol Energy Communications will offer distinctive communications services, helping clients face today's industry challenges and effectively share their ideas with key Florida and national stakeholders," said VanSickle. "Offering a broad range of customized services and an extensive network of Capitol contacts, CEC features more than 50 combined years of consulting expertise."

Building on a similar model, Paul and Wilson applied their experience in energy, security and safety to build government affairs consultancy Capitol Energy Florida, which represents more energy stakeholders than any other government relations firm in Florida and provides clients with a variety of consulting and lobbying services.

"We look forward to working with Erin in this new capacity," said Jerry Paul, President of Capitol Energy LLC, a former member of the Florida House of Representatives and former Deputy Administrator of the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration. "Our approach has always been unique and we look forward to successfully evolving in the communications field."

"Erin knows Florida and understands how to craft the right message and deliver it effectively throughout this state," said Rob Wilson, Partner at Capitol Energy Florida and a leading voice on regulatory issues and green building. "From traditional public relations to new media applications, Erin is a tireless advocate and will energize our clients' messages."

In her prior role, VanSickle managed media relations and communications strategy for the Republican Party of Florida, garnering national media coverage for Florida's high-profile campaigns and events. Previously, she worked as press secretary for Florida's Senate Majority Office.

To learn more, visit CapitolEnergyPR.com

Contact:

Erin VanSickle

(850) 339-3184    

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