Benchmark Strategies, Boston’s leading public affairs and public relations firm, is pleased to announce the promotions of Susan Elsbree to Executive Vice President of Public Relations and Brian Domoretsky to Executive Vice President of Public Affairs. These promotions coincide with Benchmark’s recent 10th anniversary celebration and underscore the firm’s ongoing growth and success in providing exceptional public affairs and public relations services to a diverse base of clients.
As Executive Vice President of Public Relations, Susan Elsbree leads strategic communications initiatives for Benchmark’s client portfolio. With decades of experience in the real estate industry and a proven ability to tell compelling stories, Susan has elevated numerous client profiles through strategic media engagement and creative campaigns. Known for her deep understanding of the market and ability to forge strong relationships with journalists, Susan will continue to lead the public relations team in shaping narratives that resonate with client’s key messaging and initiatives.
As Executive Vice President of Public Affairs, Brian Domoretsky develops and leads public affairs strategies for Benchmark’s clients through government relations, stakeholder engagement, and strategic advocacy efforts. Brian specializes in helping clients navigate public policy challenges and build partnerships with key decision-makers at the local, state, and federal levels. His expertise in legislative strategy and procurement strategy, along with his ability to align client objectives with broader community and governmental priorities, have been instrumental for client success. Brian’s clients span a broad range of industries, including IT, cybersecurity, AI, medical technology, life sciences, and law enforcement technology.
“The promotion of Susan Elsbree and Brian Domoretsky to Executive Vice Presidents marks an exciting new chapter for Benchmark Strategies,” said Patrick Bench, President of Benchmark Strategies. Susan’s unparalleled expertise in strategic communications and media relations, combined with Brian’s leadership in government affairs and stakeholder engagement, positions us to provide even greater value to our clients and drive the next phase of growth for the firm.”
Susan brings a wealth of expertise in public relations, media strategy, and strategic communications, honed over two decades of leadership in both public and private sectors. She spent over six years at a top full-service public relations agency, where she spearheaded high-impact campaigns, built lasting client relationships, and delivered measurable results across industries. Prior to that, Susan served for 16 years as the Director of Communications for the Boston Redevelopment Authority. In that role, she shaped city-wide narratives around transformative development projects, oversaw communications for Boston’s economic growth initiatives, and positioned the city as a global leader in urban innovation.
A trusted advisor and industry thought leader, Susan combines deep strategic insight with a passion for storytelling that drives engagement and fosters meaningful connections. She holds a B.A. from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and resides in Jamaica Plain with her husband and twin daughters.
Prior to joining Benchmark, Brian served at the cabinet level for Governor Baker and Governor Patrick for a cumulative eight years. Most recently, he was Assistant Secretary and Chief of Staff at the Executive Office of Technology Services & Security (EOTSS). Brian also previously managed $1.1B in annual state spending as Secretariat Chief Financial Officer for the Executive Office of Public Safety & Security (EOPSS). Brian holds a B.A. in Economics from Boston College and currently resides in Stoneham, MA.
About Benchmark:
Benchmark Strategies provides lobbying, public relations and public sector consulting services to drive strategic growth opportunities. Our deep relationships, unique knowledge and expertise of economic development incentives and procurement opportunities sets us apart in delivering exceptional results. For more information, visit benchmark-strategies.com.
