Personnel note: JR Kennelly named President of OnPoint Data Strategy

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'He brings great instincts, deep relationships, and a tenacious attitude for results.'

OnPoint Data Strategy, a strategic business unit of HSP Direct, announced today the hiring of JR Kennelly as President.

Kennelly brings over seven years of political and sales experience at various levels of conservative politics, including pivotal roles as Regional Director for Gov. Ron DeSantis’ and Trump Victory campaigns, Deputy Director of Scheduling at the Florida Governor’s Office, and Executive Aide to the DeSantis Inaugural Committee.

More recently, Kennelly served as the Director of Strategic Partnerships at Koch Industries’ i360 where he drove significant growth for Fortune 500 companies and prominent political campaigns alike.

“We’re very excited to bring on JR as the new President of OnPoint,” said HSP Direct CEONicole Hall. “He brings great instincts, deep relationships, and a tenacious attitude for results. JR’s focus will be on growing and diversifying our donor universe, expanding our data science insights, and positioning OnPoint as the premier partner in conservative fundraising.”

Kennelly said, “I am honored and excited to take on this role as President of OnPoint. HSP Direct has built an unparalleled reputation of excellence in the industry and OnPoint is poised to carry forward the next phase of data innovation that conservative clients are looking for. I look forward to capitalizing on the phenomenal work that has been done and taking OnPoint to the next level.”

Kennelly is a graduate of the University of Alabama where he received degrees in economics and political science.

Drew Wilson

Drew Wilson covers legislative campaigns and fundraising for Florida Politics. He is a former editor at The Independent Florida Alligator and business correspondent at The Hollywood Reporter. Wilson, a University of Florida alumnus, covered the state economy and Legislature for LobbyTools and The Florida Current prior to joining Florida Politics.



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