​Public affairs advertising and media relations that help you succeed.

"Opposing the stadium measure was never about the Chargers. It was a bad deal for San Diego, so we helped business leaders and council members on both sides of the political aisle defeat a billion-dollar tax hike for a wealthy NFL owner."
-Tony Manolatos 
"When my client, Anheuser-Busch, bought SeaWorld and introduced Clydesdales and a tasting room to the park, Mothers Against Drunk Driving pushed back. We stepped in and helped the company calm the waters."
-Bob Nelson
"Growing up in San Diego politics and working water issues all over California has convinced me that Tip O'Neill was spot-on to say, ‘All politics is local.’ To be effective you’ve got to know the territory."
-Kelly Murphy Lamkin

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Podcast: Manolatos Discusses Communications Strategies, Trump's Tweets, the Chargers and More
06-20-2017 | WPHM 1380AM

It's Not Too Late for the City Council to Reverse Course on the Hotel Tax Plan
06-20-2017 | Voice of San Diego

​Homeless in San Diego
06-05-2017 | Manolatos Nelson Murphy

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Reality Changers believes that college changes everything, especially for low-income youth. It’s why Reality Changers helps low-income youths become first-generation college students and guides high-performing high school seniors into the nation's top colleges. Reality Changers began in 2001 with just four 8th-grade students and $300. Today, it is one of the most successful programs of its kind. Its graduates have earned $100 million in scholarships. Former U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan described Reality Changers as "a model for the nation."

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"When I decided to run for mayor I met with Tony and asked him if he would be part of my team. Tony has an excellent understanding of media, messaging and strategy. He excelled on a team that has been nationally recognized for its success." 

​Kevin L. Faulconer

Mayor
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City of San Diego

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“Bob Nelson is a dynamic communicator who understands the policy challenges facing the San Diego hospitality industry and a wide variety of other important issues.” 

Carol Wallace

CEO
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San Diego Convention Center 1991-2015

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"Tony is an integral part of Sustainability Matters, providing valuable, long term, relationship-based connections and access to both the San Diego media and politicos, giving our firm a much needed platform to voice our advocacy work. Most importantly, Tony provides strategic insight on how best to navigate our efforts with an ethical, thoughtful and successful approach on any issue we bring to him." ​

​Kristen Victor

Principal
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Sustainability Matters

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“I am incredibly fortunate to have Kelly as a communication partner with our company. Every day she is developing and executing strategic initiatives to meet our communication goals.”

Barry Pawelek   

Customer Communications Manager
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California American Water

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​"Kelly, Bob and Tony are pros. Their expertise, focus and instincts are rooted in years of experience with a wide range of clients. They are leaders in the community and their network helps them quickly assemble coalitions and gather critical information. If I had a problem to solve or an important message to communicate, I would absolutely call on MNM."

Paola Avila

Vice President
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San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce

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​“I have worked with Kelly and her team on a number of projects.  They are talented, knowledgeable and devoted to helping their clients. I cannot recommend them highly enough! Hire them. You won't be disappointed.”

John Kern

Chief of Staff (2001-2005)
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Mayor of San Diego

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"Tony is a good friend and trusted advisor who has been an invaluable part of my team from the beginning. He has the ability to take my vision and principles and craft messages that connect with people. His instincts are exceptional and so is his work ethic." 

Chris Cate

Councilmember
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City of San Diego

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"Together, Bob, Tony and Kelly bring knowledge, experience, wisdom and integrity. This is a great consolidation and will be a great asset for our community."

Stephen Cushman

​Chairman of the Board, College of Business Administration
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San Diego State University

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"Bob Nelson understands the values and needs of working people and we trust him to help find the right thing to do."

Mickey Kasparian

​President
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UFCW Local 135

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"I have worked with Tony, Bob and Kelly separately and I recently had the opportunity to work with them collectively. MNM is a creative, committed and talented communications firm that produces excellent results."

Mike McDowell

CEO
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San Diego Lodging Industry Association

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