# Crisis Comms, Influence & Messaging | Katherine McLane | USLege

> Crisis Communications Consulting Podcast with Katherine McLane reveals expert strategies for influence, messaging & PR. Learn more here.

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Podcast · Episode 35

# Crisis Comms, Influence & Messaging | Katherine McLane

Katherine McLane, Founder and CEO of The Mach 1 Group.

Podcast July 25, 2025

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Welcome to Episode #35 of Bills & Business. In this episode, Laura Davis, Co-Founder of USLege, sits down with Katherine McLane, Founder and CEO of The Mach 1 Group.

Katherine brings decades of experience at the intersection of public affairs, politics, and crisis communications. From the Bush administration to LIVESTRONG and Governor Schwarzenegger’s team, she’s led messaging for some of the most visible figures and high-stakes causes in the country. Today, her firm, The Mach 1 Group, is a go-to partner for public figures, nonprofits, and major organizations navigating complex communications challenges in Texas and beyond.

In this conversation, Katherine shares actionable insights on how effective messaging shapes public policy, why Texas organizations must prepare before a crisis hits, and what startup founders need to know about building influence. She and Laura explore the shifting media landscape, the importance of authenticity in storytelling, and how regional organizations can gain visibility at the Capitol. Katherine also reflects on how communication strategies are evolving in the age of AI, digital noise, and high-stakes narratives.

Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for more deep dives into Texas policy and business news.

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