Patrick Sullivan

 President

Patrick Sullivan, co-founder and co-owner of Sullivan & LeShane, Inc. and Sullivan & LeShane Public Relations, Inc., has been deeply involved in Connecticut’s government and political scene for three decades. His breadth of experience and successful track record make Patrick the firm's chief strategist and expert in crisis and strategic communications and policy development.

Patrick began in the early 1970’s as the state’s youngest Deputy Commissioner under Thomas Meskill (R). He learned fieldwork, polling and issue development while serving on the national campaigns of Presidents Ford and Reagan. He also ran four campaigns for former Congresswoman Nancy Johnson (R) who served as the Chairwoman of the House sub-committee on the Health and Human Services of the Ways and Means Committee. Additionally, Patrick has served as a key campaign strategist for Senator Joseph Lieberman and co-chaired the transition team when he assumed his Senate duties.

An active participant in issue analysis and strategic planning, Patrick works quickly to assess the situation, analyze the impact, and effectively communicate our clients’ needs. He is relentless when it comes to making sure our clients are heard in the halls of state agencies, the corridors of the Capitol and at local city halls.

Patrick’s reputation for critical thinking, creative problem solving and strategic planning continue to position Sullivan & LeShane at the heart of complex and newsworthy issues surfacing in Connecticut. His political insights and proven track record in solving client problems has earned Sullivan & LeShane the distinction of being recognized as one of Connecticut’s top lobbying and public affairs firms in the state.

A graduate of Fairfield University, Patrick enjoys coaching the state AAU 17-year-old boys’ championship basketball team in his spare time.