JStrategiesAbout - JStrategies

We are on a mission to bring out the most creative ideas in our clients.

We change the face of influence through innovation, integration and strategic brand alignment.

In 2010, we were founded with the belief that success is a result of loving your work and finding your inspiration.

Since that time, Jaime Venditti and Julie Miner - along with their carefully cultivated team of dedicated professionals - have worked tirelessly on behalf of their clients to achieve their goals. In doing so, they have earned a reputation as a creative, driven, and goal-oriented firm that gets the job done.

Jamie Venditti

Managing Partner & President

As Managing Partner and President of J Strategies, Inc., Jaime Venditti believes the catalyst to success is excellent client services coupled with a creative and effective strategy. Exercising a hands-on approach, Jaime is involved in developing a plan and strategy for every client. Jaime maintains close relationships with advocacy organizations, business groups, and various industry partners throughout New York, making her uniquely successful in quality alliance development.

Jaime is known throughout the state for her ally development, grasstops, grassroots, and coalition development work. With experience spanning over two decades, Jaime has developed keen expertise within the healthcare industry specializing in pharmaceuticals. She also has extensive experience working for industries such as aviation, energy, technology, insurance, tort reform, agriculture, and cyberspace.

Before founding J Strategies, Inc., Jaime was the Vice President of a Central New York government affairs firm where she oversaw the management of all clients. She was responsible for all client media campaigns ranging from media tours, event planning, press conferences, editorial boards, and media placement. Additionally, she managed the firm’s lobbying, alliance development, legislative affairs, and public relations efforts for many of the firm’s corporate and not-for-profit clients. Previously, Jaime spent time as an analyst in the New York State Assembly Majority Leader’s office.

Jaime’s background also includes experience as a campaign consultant for local and state candidates, as well as being an award-winning public relations account manager for a well-known advertising and public relations firm. Jaime’s experience in both the public and private sector has given her a breadth of familiarity with the formal process and keen knowledge of how decisions are made. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Syracuse University and continues to reside in the Central New York area with her two sons.

Contact Jaime at jvenditti@jstrategiesinc.com

Julie Miner

Managing Partner & CEO

Julie K. Miner leads a diverse group of talented staff across all disciplines and a range of client industries, while also managing the day-to-day operations of the firm.

With a keen understanding of policy, communications, government relations, alliance development, business development, and strategy, Julie has created results-driven messages for small businesses and Fortune 100 companies alike, turning opponents into allies and challenges into overwhelming successes.

Along with her dedicated team, Julie works hand-in-hand with clients on developing and implementing plans to achieve short-term and long-term objectives, building upon her experience in the public and private sectors and a multitude of relationships with stakeholders, policymakers, nonprofit organizations, small business owners, clergy, and community activists. She has extensive experience in finance, labor, social services, and healthcare issues.

Before Jaime Venditti and Julie founded J Strategies, Julie served as Regional Director for U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer and was the first woman political director for the Empire State Regional Council of Carpenters.

Julie supports a variety of charitable causes, including the International Institute for Human Empowerment and Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region (where she previously served as a former board vice president), and Grassroots Givers. A dog lover, Julie provides training guidance to new Pyrenees owners and supports the National Great Pyrenees Rescue. Julie is a graduate of Syracuse University and lives in Albany.

Contact Julie at jminer@jstrategiesinc.com

Team

Schyler Belonga

Executive Support Associate

Schyler Belonga is an Executive & Finance Support Associate at J Strategies. In this capacity, she supports the CEO and manages the day-to-day office operations of the firm, which includes record keeping of all company finances, employee documents, invoicing, and expenses. Before joining J Strategies in 2017, Schyler interned for Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Schyler is a graduate of Siena College and lives in Albany.

Ashlee Palmieri

Managing Director

Ashlee Palmieri has a passion for creating strategic, comprehensive campaigns that make a real impact and help clients achieve their legislative and public relations goals. She excels at building alliances and an issue following, branding successful campaigns, implementing community partnership initiatives, and mobilizing support around legislative issues through traditional and social media.

As the former Director of Social Media at J Strategies, Ashlee specializes in developing social media campaigns that help maximize the outreach of a message. One of her most notable campaigns includes MMA4NY, which aided in the 2016 legalization of mixed martial arts in New York. She also developed and implemented the social media strategy behind bFair2DirectCare, which helped secure higher wages for direct care workers in the state budget.

Ashlee has extensive experience in several industries across New York and New Jersey, including non-profit, health care, agriculture, energy, sports, and casino gaming. She is also heavily involved in the military community and serves as the Vice President of the Kyle Palmieri Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to giving back to military members and their families. Some of her additional skills include coalition management, designing marketing materials, website management, and media pitching.

Before joining the J Strategies team in 2013, Ashlee gained legislative experience interning in both the U.S Senate and New York State Senate. She has also worked on several state political campaigns and is a graduate of the University at Albany, where she studied Political Science and Business Administration.

Ashlee currently resides in Hoboken, NJ and on Long Island’s North Fork with her husband, Kyle, and their rescue dogs, Penelope and Piper. During her free time, you can find Ashlee cooking for family and friends, testing out the latest health and wellness trends, and taking advantage of all the beautiful vineyards and beaches the North Fork has to offer.

Contact Ashlee at apalmieri@jstrategiesinc.com

Minda Conroe

Managing Director

At J Strategies, Minda holds two priorities: attention to detail and growth. She is passionate about creating a truly complete product for clients and prides herself on “thinking of things before you know you need them.” Minda employs this to the public affairs, public relations, and issue advocacy campaigns she spearheads to produce tangible deliverables and growth.

Minda began her career at J Strategies as Alliance Development Manager and honed skills of coalition building, advocacy, and brand reputation. From there, she rose to the role of Director of Operations, where she took on team leadership and helped to form and execute strategies for clients in a variety of industries including energy, finance, intellectual property, telecommunications, tourism, biopharmaceutical, and fast food. Now, as Managing Director, Minda oversees a dedicated team, enjoys mentoring employees, and contributing to J Strategies long-term vision.

Before coming to J Strategies, Minda served as Assistant Director of Scheduling to New York Governor Andrew Cuomo. She managed the Governor’s daily schedule and assisted in planning and managing executive ceremonial and press events with high level elected officials. Minda also worked for U.S. Senator Charles Schumer of New York, as Deputy Regional Director in Central New York. She was responsible for constituent outreach, press conferences, and representing the Senator throughout the region. She has interned for a former U.S. Representative from New York and has experience working numerous city, state, and federal political campaigns.

Minda holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, International Relations, and Public Communications from Syracuse University. She enjoys traveling, (beginner) golfing, skiing, and trying new cuisines. Unfortunately she cannot cook, but she lives just outside of Albany, NY with her fiancé, Philippe, who thankfully is fantastic in the kitchen.

Contact Minda at mconroe@jstrategiesinc.com

Erin Hearn

Alliance Development Manager

Erin Hearn is an experienced alliance manager with a demonstrated history of building strategic relationships. She has several years’ experience working in state government on policy and legislation before joining J Strategies in 2019. She is a graduate of the New England School of Law and Boston College.

Erin has a passion for public policy and creating meaningful change through engagement and advocacy. She believes combining strong relationships with creative and persuasive messaging is the best strategy to achieve successful results.

As Alliance Development Manager at J Strategies, Erin works to build meaningful relationships with a range of opinion-leaders, including advocates, business leaders, and government officials. She works with clients to implement successful grassroots activations and advocacy efforts. She also plans and executes a range of events, from press conferences to public health fairs.

Before joining J Strategies, Erin worked for nearly eight years in the Massachusetts Senate as Communications Director and Legislative Director for the Minority Leader. She excelled at crafting meaningful legislation focusing on public safety, intellectual property rights, and expanding access to healthcare. She also wrote persuasive speeches and advised on policy decisions. Before her time in the legislature, Erin worked in a variety of legal settings. Erin holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications and Psychology from Boston College and a Juris Doctor degree from New England School of Law.

Erin is a lifelong resident of Massachusetts and is thrilled to represent J Strategies in Boston. She loves traveling, attending Patriots games, and volunteering her time in the community with Meals on Wheels, Toys for Tots, and as a mentor for Boston College students.

Adam Morey

Vice President, Director of Media Relations

Adam Morey brings his passion for building lasting relationships and crafting convincing messages to his role at J Strategies. Known for his diligence and tenacity, he is experienced in litigation communications, consumer marketing, media relations, legislative drafting, and issue advocacy.

Prior to joining J Strategies, Adam oversaw and implemented the public relations, government affairs, and social media strategies for a New York-based civil justice reform organization.

Adam’s columns have been published in local and national publications including the Washington Examiner, New York Post, Crain’s New York Business, Journal News, and the Albany Times Union.

Before establishing a career in public affairs, Adam worked in the wine industry in Manhattan and Albany. He was the operations manager, fine wine buyer, lobbyist, and marketing director for the Capital Region’s largest wine retailer.

Adam was selected for City & State’s 40 Under 40 class of 2016. He serves on the advisory board of the Progressive Policy Institute's Center for Civil Justice and on the board of directors of the University Club of Albany. Adam holds a BA in English from the State University of New York at Albany.

Contact Adam at amorey@jstrategiesinc.com