The Republican Party of Kentucky (RPK) has named Owensboro native Sean Southard as its Director of Communications.
Southard said he is honored to take on the role, which he will begin on February 21.
“Kentucky is faced with critical races in 2022 and 2023 and with out-of-control inflation and a lackluster labor participation rate, we need strong Republican leadership in office to fix the problems facing Kentucky’s small business owners and working families,” he said. “We must re-elect our majorities in the General Assembly, send Dr. Rand Paul back to the United States Senate, and make sure Andy Beshear is a one-term governor.”
Southard currently serves as the Director of Communications for Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles, a role he’s held since 2017. He began his career at RunSwitch PR, where he developed and executed messaging strategies for clients. In 2021, Southard was named the top political staffer in state government by Kentucky Fried Politics.
“The Republican Party of Kentucky is excited to welcome Sean Southard to our organization,” RPK Chairman Mac Brown. “Sean is known as an outstanding communicator and his strategic abilities will greatly enhance RPK’s team. All Kentucky Republicans will benefit from his broad experience as we advocate for the election of our candidates across the state.”
