Ashley Carpenter Promoted to Chief Business Officer

ROKK Solutions, the award-winning bipartisan public affairs powerhouse at the crossroads of policy, politics and communications, is proud to announce the promotion of Ashley Carpenter to Chief Business Officer.

In this elevated role, Carpenter will lead the firm’s bold growth strategy—driving innovation, launching new service lines and expanding ROKK’s reach as it enters a landmark 10th year. She will continue to shape the firm’s business development engine, providing strategic insights on emerging platforms and technologies, while overseeing all marketing, partnerships, sponsorships, events and external engagement initiatives.

“Ashley brings vision, creativity, and relentless energy to everything she touches,” said Co-Founder and Partner Rodell Mollineau. “She’s already made a tremendous impact, and her leadership will be essential as we double down on new ideas and ambitious growth in 2025 and beyond.”

“Promoting Ashley is more than a title change—it’s a statement about where we’re headed,” said Co-Founder and Partner Ron Bonjean. “She’s a force for innovation and growth, and we’re thrilled to have her leading this next phase of ROKK’s evolution.”

Carpenter joined ROKK in 2024 as Executive Vice President following more than 20 years at The Washington Post, where she led high-level policy partnerships and helped shape the media landscape. Her deep industry experience, sharp strategic thinking and trusted relationships have already been pivotal in ROKK’s continued rise.

As the firm celebrates a decade in business, ROKK Solutions is riding a wave of momentum. In recent months, the agency was named Strategic Communications Team of the Year by the Reed Awards, earned Gold for Midsize Agency of the Year from Bulldog PR and was recognized by PRovoke Media as one of the top 80 agencies in the U.S.—all while continuing to deliver award-winning results for some of the world’s most influential companies and organizations.