Why Mavence?

"After decades serving in and around DC - from military service to public service; from managing bipartisan initiatives to managing a firm - the one thing that remains evergreen is the importance of human capital, and knowing how to connect and lead when and where it counts."

Mike Clauser brings 20 years of expertise in government affairs and leadership, including founding Ark Strategy, a DC-based consultancy advising on public policy and strategy. A Maven with a proven track record of building and managing global government affairs operations for major tech firms, as well as board-level roles in industry groups, and he has managed high-stakes relationships that delivered meaningful results across government and corporate sectors, as well as across party lines. A veteran of the U.S. Navy’s Information Warfare Corps, Mike also served as a national security aide in Congress and held senior positions in the Pentagon. He holds multiple advanced degrees and certifications, and remains active in civic and policy leadership roles.

Location

  • D.C.