Trusted by governors and cabinet secretaries for nearly three decades, Jill Midkiff is one of the most experienced, respected communicators in Kentucky. She joins C2 Strategic Communications after retiring from the Commonwealth of Kentucky in September 2025. Jill’s leadership in strategic communications includes serving as deputy communications director for Governor Steve Beshear, communications director for four state cabinets and several departments and agencies.
Respected by journalists, Jill received the Jennifer Schaaf Award for exemplary dedication to the public interest in government communications. She is the mother of two adult children and lives in Frankfort.