Fueled by True Passion
At Blackberg Group, strategic prowess meets creative ingenuity to redefine the future of public service. We tackle challenges head-on, turning obstacles into opportunities. Simultaneously, we embrace bold creativity—incorporating fresh perspectives into every endeavor.
Mission
Unite strategic operations with creative marketing to uplift public service missions.
Vision
Advance public service missions and connect them with those who it serves. Together, we shape hearts and minds behind public service.
Our Team
We bring a wealth of experience from a wide range of backgrounds.
Our philosophy is simple; hire great people and give them the resources and support to do their best work.
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Emily Uhl
President and Founder
Beginning with the idea of continuing to serve her country while incorporating best practice from her experiences, Navy veteran Emily Uhl founded Blackberg Group. A graduate from the United States Naval Academy and Old Dominion University, she served 12 years, both on active duty and in the Navy Reserves. Beyond the Navy, Emily was a program manager for General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. supporting both Air Force programs and special projects. Most recently she has spent time living abroad, while supporting local Navy commands and volunteer organizations.
Leanne Reisz
Executive Vice President
After more than a decade delivering communications support to public and private sector clients, Leanne partnered with Emily Uhl to form Blackberg Group. Throughout her career, she has worked with eight federal agencies in the defense, health care, and information technology sectors. She is passionate about leading high-performance teams in strategic planning, communications, and change management to uplift public service missions.
Our Shared Values
Professionalism
Our team thrives on precision, integrity, and a relentless pursuit of quality. Professionalism is not merely what we do; it’s who we are—a team committed to setting the gold standard.
Boldness
Our team thrives on precision, integrity, and a relentless pursuit of quality. Professionalism is not merely what we do; it’s who we are—a team committed to setting the gold standard.
Entrepreneurialism
We believe in empowering bold and thoughtful ideas. We dare to dream big, think beyond conventional limits, and redefine industry norms. Our consultants are fearless in pushing the boundaries of conventional consulting and envisioning new possibilities to drive better solutions.
Grit
Grit is the silent force that propels us through challenges. In the face of adversity, we don’t back down; we dig in. We thrive on perseverance and tenacity, turning obstacles into steppingstones for success.
Our Work Perks
As a small firm, our culture is continuously evolving alongside our workforce. Below are some of the employee-launched and firm-supported initiatives that we foster today.
Professional Development
We believe in investing back in our people. Blackberg houses a professional development action group that builds a learning curriculum customized to each career track, mentorship programming, and our broader learning management system.
Remote Work
While some clients require in-person meetings or travel, most of our work can be completed remotely. We trust our people to perform wherever they may be located. Our consultants span coast to coast, delivering impact across the nation.
Corporate Social Responsibility
As a Veteran-owned business dedicated to public service, we are committed to giving back to our community and producing real action that betters our society. Our goal is to be thoughtful about how our work and our actions impact the world around us.
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