Alex Donovan

Alex Donovan is the senior manager of global affairs & communications for the Public Affairs Council, where he leads executive education efforts in the communications practice and supports the Council’s global reach and analysis. In this role, he provides Council members with comprehensive industry research and resources across the communications field, as well as the various trends and developments affecting the public affairs industry.

Alex joined the Council in April 2022 after working at Latham & Watkins LLP as a business development analyst, supporting the firm’s clients, presentations and communications strategy across its Capital Markets, Government Contract, M&A, ESG and Corporate Governance Practices.

Before his time at Latham & Watkins, Alex worked at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, assisting in North American outreach and green finance initiatives. He was also an intern in the Office of Congressman C.A. Ruppersberger.

Alex holds a Bachelor of Arts in international studies from Johns Hopkins University and a master’s degree in global risk from the Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies. He enjoys running, skiing and exploring trails around the DMV.