Tim Moran
PresidentTim has over 20 years of experience working in the fields of public policy, political strategy, and grassroots mobilization. Tim has held leadership roles for a comprehensive list of state & federal campaigns before serving as the senior director for a national grassroots organization. Tim is an Iowa native, graduating with a degree in Political Science from the University of Iowa. He currently resides in Omaha, Nebraska, with his family.
- Managing Director, Parents for School Options
- State Central Committee Member, Republican Party of Iowa
- Campaign Manager, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture, Bill Northey
- Mitt Romney for President
- Runner...but not very fast
- Frequenter of Irish dining establishments
Jordan McGrain
Managing DirectorJordan has 20 years of leadership experience in political and public policy campaigns, with a strong focus on coalition building and grassroots advocacy. Jordan has led both national and statewide organizations focused on education, criminal justice and tax reform policy.
- Executive Director, Parents for School Options
- Executive Director, Nebraska Republican Party
- Capital Development Consultant, Steier Group Omaha
- Policy Assistant, US House of Representatives
- Travel softball and soccer dad
- Enjoys good barbecue and plays bad golf
KRISTEN TYAGI
SENIOR ACCOUNT DIRECTORKristen leverages her experience in communications and public affairs to help clients design and execute political, public affairs and media strategies that reach target audiences and achieve measurable results. Kristen has worked with Fortune 100 companies, trade associations and non-profits on a range of issues, including education, technology and energy.
- Executive Director, Parents for School Options
- Director, Purple Strategies
- Communications Specialist IV, Fannie Mae
- Associate Vice President, DDC Public Affairs
- Preschooler and rescue dog mom
- Book club leader
GARY BAE
SENIOR ACCOUNT DIRECTORGary founded Compass Public Affairs Group, Inc. in 2003 after serving in various positions in state and federal government. Through Compass Group, Gary has represented several national education clients and consulted in multiple state and national political campaigns. Gary has a Bachelor of the Arts in Political Science and a Master of the Arts in Public Policy from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. Gary is well versed in legislation and policy in Arizona and throughout the country.
- President and CEO, Compass Public Affairs Group, Inc.
- Executive Director, Verano Learning Partners
- Public Affairs and Policy Leader in Various Government and Private Settings
Luke Martz
Senior Account DirectorLuke is a well-respected political professional with over 15 years of experience. Since 2006, he has worked in a dozen states managing large and small political and advocacy efforts at the local, state, and federal levels.
Luke is a fourth-generation Iowan and a graduate of Iowa State University. He is a member of the American Association of Political Consultants and an OSCE/ODIHR certified international election observer.
Outside of politics, he enjoys kayaking, gardening, and traveling.
Chase Eskelsen
Account DirectorChase Eskelsen has spent over a decade in the education field. He began his career as a school administrator focused on strong operational metrics and scaling full-time, online schools (both charter and district). Upon leaving the school management position, he supported K12 Inc. with one foot in the academic policy world and the other in government affairs supporting digital educational options. He then served as the Chief Operating Officer of Verano Learning Partners where he oversaw the launch of new hybrid schools and supported the acquisition of educational opportunities until starting Fersken Education LLC in late 2021.
chelsea lawlor-ellsworth
Chelsea has nearly a decade of experience in direct-to-consumer digital marketing, with a focus on brand positioning and strategic messaging. She has worked across multiple industries, crafting compelling content that engages target audiences and drives brand awareness through thoughtful storytelling.
- Marketing Manager, Because It’s Better
- Graphic Design Director, Smathers and Branson
- Founding Marketing Manager, Fursure
- Mother to 2 Boys (Human and Dog)
- Iced Coffee Connoisseur
anthony conner
Anthony joined the Omaha Police Department in 2000. He has served in the Uniformed Patrol Unit his entire career, working on the ground in communities around the city. Anthony was promoted to the rank of Sergeant in 2019. In addition to his service in patrol, Anthony was elected to the Omaha Police Officers’ Association (OPOA) Board in 2011 and he became the first black President in the organization's history in 2018. Following his leadership with the OPOA, Anthony was elected President of the Nebraska Fraternal Order of Police in 2024.
- Executive Board Member, Omaha Federation of Labor
- Board Member, Project Reset
- Board Member, Set Me Free Project
- Irrational Philadelphia Eagles Fan
Derek Flowers
A native Iowan, Derek began his career in campaign politics, working in roles spanning field organizing, communications, digital advertising and campaign management at the state and national level. While still advising on political communications from time to time, a focus on public affairs has led Derek to assist clients ranging from non-profits to Fortune 500 companies and trade associations on matters of public policy, market access, targeted messaging and grassroots engagement.
After starting a small digital communications agency and being named partner at public affairs firm, Derek founded Lock10 Strategies in 2024 to bring these disciplines together, helping clients think holistically about their public relations and public affairs goals.
KRISTIN MORAN
FINANCE DIRECTORKristin has over 10 years of experience working in finance and back-office management. Prior to joining RSG, Kristin was the Pharmacy Accounting Specialist for the Douglas County Health Center before launching her own online business. Kristin has a B.A. from Buena Vista in Business Administration.
- Owner, Lark & Ivy
- Pharmacy Accounting Specialist, Douglas County Health Center
- Pharmacy Technician, Douglas County Health Center
- Dreams of owning a goat farm
- Archaeology enthusiast