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Duby McDowell has more than twenty years of experience in journalism and politics. She was the best known political reporter in Connecticut for 15 years and hosted a renowned Sunday morning television interview program which was the first stop for any politician seeking higher office.

As a result of Duby's many years covering politics and government she has a unique understanding of the news media. She knows how the media operate, and due to her extensive contacts among reporters, editors and editorial boards she can effectively assist clients in their outreach and response.

For many clients, Duby's years spent covering the Connecticut state legislature are invaluable due to her expert knowledge of the legislative process and the crucial role that media coverage can play.

Having spent two decades conducting television interviews, Duby is keenly aware of how to prepare clients for such appearances. Duby McDowell Communications offers extensive on-camera training for those who may find themselves in the media spotlight.

Duby graduated from Harvard University with a B.A. in American History and studied journalism at the University of Missouri.


Steve Jewett brings a wealth of experience in strategic communications to DMC. During the years leading up to the national health reform debate, Steve worked for ConnectiCare health plans where he led their Communications and Public Affairs Department. While there, he worked to position the company as a thought leader, engage the business community in the policy debate, and be an active spokesperson at the state and national level.

Steve previously worked at Griffin Hospital in Derby, Connecticut where he oversaw marketing and survey research. Griffin Hospital is considered to have the highest patient satisfaction scores in the country and is a favorite on Fortune Magazine’s Best Places to Work.

In 2010, Steve served as the Senior Advisor to Connecticut Attorney General George Jepsen’s successful campaign. Steve started his career at the Connecticut Senate Democratic Caucus and served as campaign manager for several high-profile races, including Jepsen’s 2002 bid for governor, the statewide referendum to remove the county sheriff system, and the Hartford Charter Reform campaigns. For ten years, he has served as a media consultant for federal, state and municipal candidates. On the national level, he has worked as part of the speaker podium team for the last three Democratic National Conventions.

Steve graduated from Trinity College in Connecticut. He earned a Masters in Survey Research at the University of Connecticut and a MBA from the UConn Executive Program.


Robyn M. Gengras began her career in journalism at CBS News in 1997, joining the weekly newsmagazine “60 Minutes” a year later. Shortly thereafter, CBS News created “ 60 Minutes II” and Robyn served as an Associate Producer for Correspondent Scott Pelley.

During her years with “60 Minutes II,” Robyn covered a wide range of national and international stories for the award-winning program, including the impact of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, investigate stories and profiles of newsworthy people.

Robyn left CBS News in 2004 and moved to Hartford, Connecticut where she began a career in media consulting and public relations.

Robyn graduated from St. Lawrence University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Creative Writing. She also received a Masters of Science Degree from the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University, earning her Masters in both Print and Broadcast Journalism.


Kevin A. Hill joins DMC as an associate after working for the successful 2006 campaign of first term Congressman Christopher S. Murphy. While working for Congressman Murphy, Kevin served as Field Director and played a significant role in the campaign’s communications efforts.

Prior to his work with Congressman Murphy, Kevin served as a legislative assistant for the government relations firm Levin, Powers, Brennan & Shea, LLC. He was responsible for tracking and monitoring both legislative and administrative legislation for the firm's clients. In addition, he was responsible for researching and preparing analyses of public policy issues, as well as assisting in fundraising efforts and in organizing special events.

Kevin first began his public policy career as a researcher for the Education Alliance at Brown University and as a research intern for U.S. Senator Christopher J. Dodd. He graduated in 2003 from Providence College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History. Kevin continued his studies at Providence College where he received a Master of Arts degree in American History, focusing his studies on American Political History; he also completed a Master of Arts degree in Public Policy at Trinity College where he focused his studies on Policy Analysis.
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