Strategic Communications Manager
Samantha Benthien
About Samantha:
In her role as Strategic Communications Manager, Samantha maximizes her skills in critical research methods, government relations, and project management to drive organizational success through impactful and results-driven communications strategies. She excels at establishing and executing comprehensive communication systems that engage stakeholders, building brand reputation, and supporting CFS' business objectives. She specializes in crafting customized opportunity reports, research projects, and communication strategies that align with client priorities.
Prior to joining CFS, Samantha was an Intern and Legislative Assistant at Capitol Hill Consulting Group, a bipartisan government relations firm in Washington, DC. At CHCG, she gained valuable hands-on experience regarding the legislative process and Federal agencies. Originally from Connecticut, Samantha currently lives in Washington, DC, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in History at The George Washington University in 2021 with a minor in Criminal Justice. Her studies culminated in her Senior thesis on the historical origins of current disparities amongst U.S. minority populations in healthcare and medical institutions.