Our priority is always seeing clients win, and it is lagniappe when our work is recognized, as it was recently with our founder and principal, Kristine Breithaupt, being named to the 2024 Class of the American Association of Political Consultants (AAPC)’s 40 Under 40 for her contributions to the advancement of our industry through digital media. “I am honored to be among such a talented group of the AAPC’s 40 Under 40 award winners. I’m especially grateful to our team, and to everyone who has helped me navigate my career. It’s been rewarding to help deliver for candidates and causes," said Breithaupt. "I named our company Last Word Strategies because I believe in the long game – that wins don’t come overnight – but success is inevitable with persistence, innovation, and a tsunami of collaborative labor.” "Your 40 Under 40 Award win is a testament to your unwavering dedication and passion. Congratulations on this well-deserved award,” said AAPC President Larry Huynh. “This award is a reflection of your relentless pursuit of perfection. Congratulations to the new 40 under 40 class of 2024!” added AAPC Vice President Kyle Roberts. ABOUT LAST WORD STRATEGIES Last Word Strategies is a digital-first communications firm based in New Orleans. We specialize in causes and consumer campaigns. Each strategy is approached with precision targeting to identify, persuade, and encourage people to take action. Our services include social media management, website design, digital advertising, and more. Since our founding, LWS has worked on over 70 winning elections, including initiatives to deliver funding for education and green spaces, advance human rights, and other pressing community needs. We pride ourselves on being responsive and flexible to ensure goals are met. ABOUT 40 UNDER 40 The AAPC recognized the winners of the 40 Under 40 Awards at the 2024 Pollie Awards and Conference on April 16, 2024, in Washington, D.C. The conference brings the leading political professionals together to meet others in the industry and learn from top technology innovators, pollsters, pundits, and service providers. The 40 Under 40 Awards ceremony and reception were held at Hamilton Live in Washington D.C. Only 20 Republicans and 20 Democrats in the United States were named to AAPC’s exclusive 40 Under 40 winners list. Candidates were evaluated on their roles as strategic consultants in the industry, along with leadership and professional accomplishments in political consulting.