David Knaus is a strategic communications leader with experience across corporate, political, and public affairs environments. He partners with senior teams to shape positioning, prepare executives for high-visibility moments, and build durable reputations in complex industries.

He began his career working with Frank Luntz, managing research and message development for Fortune 500 companies and national political organizations. He later served as Deputy Communications Director and Chief Speechwriter on Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner’s gubernatorial campaign, leading speechwriting, media strategy, and rapid-response operations in a high-profile statewide race.

In Washington, David joined Seven Letter, where he helped lead national public affairs strategy supporting the National Medal of Honor Museum and Monument Act. He later served as a Partner at Penta Group, advising corporate leadership teams across energy, infrastructure, and technology sectors on reputation, growth, and stakeholder strategy.

Based in Los Angeles, David focuses on helping organizations communicate clearly as visibility increases and scrutiny follows, combining research discipline, media execution, and executive counsel to ensure strategy holds under pressure.