What people are saying.

  • When I was Lieutenant Governor, Ross and I worked together very closely. Then, one day in March of 2008, my whole world changed and I became the Governor of New York. When that happened, it was nice to have a few people around I could trust and rely upon. Ross was one of those people. I have appreciated his wise counsel over the years, both during and after my time in the executive mansion.

    — Former New York Governor David A. Paterson

  • Ross worked in my Congressional office and helped me navigate two successful reelection cycles over four years. He is intelligent, thoughtful, and has terrific instincts in dealing with external pressures - whether political or media-driven.

    — Former U.S. Representative Gary L. Ackerman

  • Ross is a terrific strategist and works collaboratively with his clients to help them achieve their goals. I wholeheartedly recommend Ross to any company or non-profit looking to break through the noise to showcase their impact and value and get noticed.

    — Jennifer Falk, Former Executive Director, The Union Square Partnership

  • Ross is a very talented strategist and one of the most connected individuals I’ve ever met. While we worked together, he combined his communications acumen, his in-depth knowledge of the political process, and his broad personal network for the benefit of his clients. He is creative and sees the bigger picture every step of the way.

    — Cheryll Forsatz, former Director of Communications, McDonald’s New York Metro Region

  • While I was the CEO of JFKIAT - the company that operates Terminal 4 at John F. Kennedy International Airport - Ross was an instrumental member of our team, creating communications and stakeholder outreach strategies for one of the most active air terminals in the New York area. He was always ready to roll up his sleeves and get to work at a moment’s notice, when that was required. His knowledge and experience in media relations and government administration, as well as his wide network always served me, the company, our airlines and their passengers well over the years we worked together.

    — Gert-Jan de Graaff, Former CEO, JFKIAT, LLC.

  • Ross transformed our publicity efforts when we were struggling to find our footing, taking us from 0 to 60 swiftly and professionally. He uncovered our stories, pitched them effectively, and secured countless press mentions for us, providing another valuable touchpoint to showcase all we offer our community.

    — Jaime Teich, Associate Executive Director, Marketing & Communications, Sid Jacobson JCC

  • I have known Ross for many years and in 2021, he served as the director of communications on my campaign for New York City Comptroller. He was incredibly proactive, always finding new and innovative ways for the campaign to make news in a crowded field during a busy primary. He is a talented and thoughtful communications strategist who understands the political landscape and - more importantly - how the pieces of the puzzle fit together.

    — New York State Assemblymember David Weprin

  • I’ve known Ross for many years and hired him recently to help on a media relations and messaging assignment. He is professional and responsive. He is creative and finds solutions where others see problems. I would recommend him without hesitation to anyone looking for strategic counsel on dealing with a tough assignment.

    — Michael Glickman, CEO, jMuse

  • I have had the privilege to work with Ross Wallenstein through the years and his creativity, relationships, and hard work were extremely helpful. While I was President of CHIP, Ross served as the organization’s public relations arm. He was always successful at maximizing our media outlet and placing our members in interview opportunities.

    — Matt Engel, Past President, Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP)