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Bob Davis, Jr. currently serves as President of RJD Group in Nashville, Tennessee, and has nearly 40 years of experience in government relations and political consulting. He has built a solid reputation as one of the most respected consultants in the country. An effective communicator, Bob is a great connector of public and private industry and has a keen awareness on how to manage any public relations situation. Bob provides strategic counseling, crisis communications management, messaging, media relations, grass tops implementation and non-profit development.<\/p>\n
Bob Davis is a 7th generation east Tennessean and was raised in Maryville. Bob\u2019s parents were both lifelong educators and his father was part of the greatest generation where he served in Europe during WWII. Bob\u2019s first involvement in government came in 1978 when he organized and registered fellow high school students to vote for Lamar Alexander in his bid to become governor. Bob has consulted with hundreds of candidates for federal, state and local office. He also served as a Congressional District Coordinator for President George Herbert Walker Bush in his 1988 campaign for president.<\/p>\n
For eight years Bob Davis served as Senator Fred Thompson\u2019s top aide in Tennessee where he held the position of State Director in Thompson\u2019s U.S. Senate office. He also was the Campaign Manager for Senator Thompson\u2019s successful re-election campaign in 1996 where Thompson captured more votes than any other candidate previously in Tennessee history.<\/p>\n
In 2003, Bob Davis was named Deputy Chairman of the Tennessee Republican Party by State House Speaker Beth Harwell. Bob worked closely with Speaker Harwell and Lt. Governor Ron Ramsey and played an integral role in helping Republicans gain majority status in the state senate for the first time in 140 years. In December of 2004, the State Executive Committee unanimously elected Bob Chairman of the Tennessee Republican Party and on January 19, 2005, Bob was appointed to the Republican National Committee in Washington, D.C. In December 2006, Bob was again unanimously re-elected Chairman of the Tennessee Republican Party.<\/p>\n
On August 4, 2007 Bob resigned to become a Senior Advisor to Presidential candidate Senator Fred Thompson. Bob traveled extensively with Senator Thompson and provided daily counsel, crisis communications and overall strategic message throughout the campaign. In 2008, Bob Davis started his own business venture and became President of RJD Group, servicing business and political clients in Tennessee and across the country. His broad relationships range from county officials, to the state legislature, to cabinet members in the governor\u2019s office, to members of congress.<\/p>\n
Bob is a 1984 graduate of the University of Tennessee with a B.S in Communications. Bob and his wife Linda of 35 years have two children, a <\/span>34-year-old<\/span>\u00a0daughter Ashton who was formerly Communications Director for U.S. Senator Lamar Alexander and now Director of External and Regional Communications for TVA in Washington, D.C., and a<\/span>\u00a030-year-old<\/span>\u00a0son Reese who was formally a Field Representative for U.S. Senator Bob Corker and <\/span>now Manager of Legislative and Agency Affairs with the<\/span> <\/span>Tennessee Department of Treasury<\/span>.<\/span>\u00a0Bob is also a proud grandfather of three, Adaline, Bella and Declan<\/span>. Bob is involved in numerous philanthropic causes and is a Former Board Member of the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame, the University of Tennessee Admissions Advisory Board, and the Unites States Global Leadership Coalition. In 2010, Bob was inducted into the Blount County Alumni Wall of Fame given to individuals as a result of their professional accomplishments, leadership, and contributions made to mankind as role models for future leaders. <\/span>Bob and his wife Linda are members of Forest Hills Baptist Church in Nashville.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_team_member][et_pb_video src=”https:\/\/vimeo.com\/199095587″ image_src=”\/\/i.vimeocdn.com\/video\/612252314-fc261a3a808abfc46fbcd85eaf7ca20a08b70a1fa630779f361ebd56f0b1c331-d_640″ _builder_version=”4.19.5″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_video][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Who We’ve Worked With Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” text_orientation=”center” module_alignment=”center” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_testimonial author=”Ron Ramsey” job_title=”Tennessee Lt Governor ” admin_label=”Ron Ramsey Testimonial” module_id=”testimonials” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid” global_colors_info=”{}”]Bob Davis is one of the most respected men I know. His word is his bond and his integrity is unquestioned. I’ve known Bob for over 20 years. I can’t think of a more professional individual who can deliver positive results on any level. Simply a great communicator of people.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_testimonial][et_pb_testimonial author=”Jerome Moon” job_title=”Tennessee State Representative” admin_label=”Jerome Moon Testimonial” module_id=”testimonials” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid” global_colors_info=”{}”]I’ve known Bob and his family for over 50 years. He’s a great friend. He comes from good stock, is honest as they come, and sure knows how to plan, implement and win campaigns at all levels.[\/et_pb_testimonial][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_testimonial author=”Fred Thompson” job_title=”The late United States Senator ” admin_label=”Fred Thompson Testimonial” module_id=”testimonials” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid” global_colors_info=”{}”]It’s plain and simple; Bob is one of the most effective communicators in our state. A trusted friend who possesses a keen awareness of how to manage difficult tasks and makes things happen. [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_text admin_label=”A-He List Text” _builder_version=”4.27.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ use_border_color=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Circuit Court Judge Kyle Atkins Bob Davis, Jr. currently serves as President of RJD Group in Nashville, Tennessee, and has nearly 40 years of experience in government relations and political consulting. He has built a solid reputation as one of the most respected consultants in the country. 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\n[\/et_pb_testimonial][et_pb_testimonial author=”Page Walley” job_title=”Tennessee State Senator” admin_label=”Page Walley Testimonial” module_id=”testimonials” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid” global_colors_info=”{}”]In 1990, Bob ran my race for State House and we won against all odds. Thirty years later, Bob spearheaded our campaign for State Senate with the same results; a huge victory in a very tough battle. If you are looking for a person who understands people and how to win, Bob Davis is your man.[\/et_pb_testimonial][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_testimonial author=”Cameron Sexton” job_title=”Tennessee House Speaker” admin_label=”Beth Harwell Testimonial” module_id=”testimonials” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
\n[\/et_pb_testimonial][et_pb_testimonial author=”Michael Collins” job_title=”Judge of the Fifteenth Circuit Court in Tennessee” admin_label=”Michael Collins Testimonial” module_id=”testimonials” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid” global_colors_info=”{}”]Bob Davis is the kind of person you want running your campaign. A man of faith, and integrity. I completely trusted Bob Davis and we won…big![\/et_pb_testimonial][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_testimonial author=”Lamar Alexander” job_title=”United States Senator” admin_label=”Lamar Alexander Testimonial” module_id=”testimonials” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid” global_colors_info=”{}”]Bob knows Tennessee and he knows our Republican Party inside out. He knows how to win elections
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\nBen Keeling Photography
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\nTennessee State House GOP Caucus
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\nRepresentative Barry Doss
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\nImpact Management Group
\nRepresentative Ryan Haynes
\nSenator Mark Pody
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\nNavigation Advertising
\nMadison County Trustee John Newman
\nGovernor Rick Perry
\nLt Governor Ron Ramsey
\nCommissioner Terry Rowland
\nRepublican State Leadership Committee
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\nStrategic Group Media
\nRepresentative Jerome Moon
\nRepresentative Johnny Garrett
\nRepresentative Chris Todd
\nRepresentative Rusty Grills
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