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MAD Global Strategy announced a key addition to its growing firm Aug. 18.

Political and government affairs veteran Matt Gould joins the firm as senior vice president. Gould most recently served as campaign manager for the gubernatorial run of state Sen. Jon Bramnick, R-21st District. He also served with the Assembly Republicans for eight years – handling various roles during his tenure.

Based in New Jersey, Gould expands the firm’s government relations team.

“I’ve known Matt for many years, and he is a top-notch professional,” said MAD Global founder and CEO Mike DuHaime in a press release. “From running statewide campaigns to serving as one of the top staffers in the Assembly Minority office, Matt is incredibly well-respected, hardworking, and loyal. I have no doubt he’ll add value to our communications and government relations teams and help our clients succeed.”

“As a bipartisan firm, MAD Global has an unmatched understanding of government at every level,” said Laura Matos, partner, MAD Global. “Matt is a great addition to our team, and I know his national, state, and local experience will help us deliver meaningful results for our clients.”

Recently named MAD Global partner Justin Braz said Gould’s addition further builds on the firm’s bi-partisan, solution-oriented approach to get tangible results for its clients at all levels of government.

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“I am excited to welcome Matt Gould to our growing firm,” said Braz. “Having served at high levels in government on the campaign trail, he brings the insight and drive to help our clients succeed from day one.”

NJBIZ has reported on the rapid growth of MAD Global. The firm now has a footprint in New Jersey, New York, Ohio and West Virginia. And also has closed multiple recent acquisitions.

Gould says he looks forward to this new role.

“The team at MAD Global have worked at the highest levels of politics, business, and journalism, and I’m thrilled to join this group of highly-accomplished professionals,” said Gould. “I’m eager to leverage my experience in campaigns and government to help our clients navigate challenges and find solutions.”