Whitney Wetzel is the Director of Communications and Advocacy at 3PS, where she leads integrated strategies at the intersection of public affairs, media, and messaging. With a background in both journalism and state government, Whitney brings a deep understanding of how to shape narratives that influence decision-makers, engage the public, and drive results. At 3PS, she helps clients navigate complex policy challenges, tell their stories effectively, and achieve their goals. True to the firm's mission, she works to put clients in the best position possible to succeed and to be a light in every interaction on their behalf.
0-5 years
Named Best Anchor by both the West Virginia Broadcasters Association and the Associated Press of the Virginias
Recipient of a Regional Edward R. Murrow Award for Breaking News Coverage
Emmy Nomination for Feature Reporting
Licensed West Virginia real estate agent, holding multiple industry designations, including:
Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR)
Seller Representative Specialist (SRS)
Military Relocation Professional (MRP)
GREEN Designee
Graduate, REALTOR Institute (GRI)
Awarded Rookie of the Year by Old Colony Realtors for 2024
Whitney Wetzel serves as Director of Communications and Advocacy at 3PS, LLC, a full-service government affairs, marketing, and public relations firm based in Charleston, West Virginia. Whitney joined the team in 2025, bringing with her more than a decade of experience in media and public sector communications.
A graduate of West Virginia University with a B.S. in broadcast journalism and a minor in political science, Whitney began her career as a television news anchor and reporter, covering stories across West Virginia and Kentucky. Her time in journalism earned her multiple industry honors and a reputation for thoughtful, compelling storytelling.
Following her broadcast career, Whitney transitioned into state government, where served as Director of Communications for the West Virginia Department of Human Services. In that role, she led communications for the state's largest agency during a major organizational restructure, managing media strategy, branding, and crisis communications at the cabinet level.
At 3PS, Whitney bridges the firm's communications and government affairs efforts - offering strategic counsel to clients in sectors including healthcare, human services, and education. Her expertise spans campaign development, stakeholder engagement, and media relations, and she brings a passion for storytelling and advocacy to every project. Whitney is proud to help clients create meaningful change in West Virginia communities and beyond.
Joe Reidy joined the 3PS team in 2021 following years of experience managing and advising Republican campaigns at every level of government. At 3PS, his work has centered on public affairs strategy for clients in highly regulated industries. Joe and the entire 3PS team take pride in being full-time, year-round advocates offering clients the consistent focus and strategic insight necessary to effectively navigate policy, politics, and regulation. In all of our work, we strive to put our clients in the best position possible to achieve success and to be a light to our clients and to those with whom we interact on their behalf.
1) Alliance for Automotive Innovation
2) Alpha Metallurgical Resources, Inc.
3) Americans for Citizen Voting
4) Association of Health Plans, West Virginia
5) Central WV Regional Airport Authority
9) FirstEnergy
10) HNTB Corporation
0-5 years
Joe Reidy serves as Vice President of Public Affairs at 3PS, LLC, a government affairs and public relations firm based in Charleston, West Virginia. A Berkeley County native and graduate of West Virginia University, Joe has spent his career at the intersection of politics, policy, and advocacy.
Before joining 3PS in 2021, Joe advised successful campaigns at the local, state, and federal levels. He has worked with national consulting firms, trade associations, and political organizations to drive legislative strategies and build grassroots and grasstops engagement across the region.
At 3PS, Joe leads public affairs efforts for clients in some of the most heavily regulated sectors, offering strategic counsel, coalition development, and policy support tailored to each client's unique needs. With a deep understanding of West Virginia's political and regulatory landscape, Joe brings energy, insight, and unwavering focus to every engagement.
Joe lives in Charleston with his wife, Katie, their daughter, Georgia, and their golden retriever, Charley.
Ben Beakes is the founder and managing member of 3PS, LLC, a government affairs and public relations firm headquartered in Charleston, West Virginia. When he launched the firm in 2015, Ben's mission was clear: to put clients in the best position possible to achieve success, and to be a light to clients and to those with whom the firm interacts on their behalf. That guiding principle still defines 3PS today. Since its founding, the firm has represented more than 50 clients across a wide range of industries. From association management and lobbying to marketing and strategic communications, 3PS is committed to delivering results with purpose through thoughtful strategy, meaningful relationships, and a values-driven approach to advocacy.
2) Alliance for Automotive Innovation
3) Alpha Metallurgical Resources, Inc.
4) Americans for Citizen Voting
5) Association of Health Plans, West Virginia
7) Central WV Regional Airport Authority
11) FirstEnergy
12) HNTB Corporation
11-15 years
2012 Generation Next: Top 40 under 40
2016 University of Charleston Alumnus of the Year
Ben Beakes is the founder and managing member of 3PS, LLC, a government affairs and public relations firm headquartered in West Virginia. A 2002 graduate of the University of Charleston with a degree in political science, Ben began his career as Political Director for the West Virginia Republican Party. In 2005, he was appointed Chief of Staff to Secretary of State Betty Ireland, becoming one of the youngest individuals to serve in that capacity in state government.
Following his time in public service, Ben briefly worked in the private sector before being named State Director of the McCain 2008 presidential campaign in West Virginia. In 2009, he returned to his alma mater to serve as Vice President for University Development, a role he held for five years. Ben then joined Alpha Natural Resources as Director of Government and External Affairs, managing state and federal policy efforts.
On September 1, 2015, Ben launched 3PS, combining his deep policy experience, strategic insight, and extensive relationships into a firm designed to serve clients with integrity and purpose. With over two decades of experience in public policy, politics, and advocacy, Ben has built a reputation as a tireless and trusted voice for the individuals, companies, and associations he represents.
(252) 776-0774
Post Office Box 33009, Raleigh, NC, 27636-3009,
1) Allies for Cherry Point's Tomorrow
2) Brunswick Regional H2GO Water and Sewer
8) Corolla Wild Horse Fund, Inc.
9) Currituck County North Carolina
10) Housing Authority of the Town of Beaufort
(850) 566-4142
4442 Maylor Road, Tallahassee, FL, 32308,
1) American Great Loop Cruisers Association
5) Dennis and Graci McGillicuddy for the benefit of All Star Children's Foundation
6) Florida Healthy Alternatives Association
7) Florida Smoke Free Association
8) Florida Studio Theatre, Inc.
9) Gainesville Jewish Student Foundation, Inc.
10) Gulf County
11) Hillel at FSU Foundation, Inc.
(561) 317-0889
201 W Park Avenue, Suite 100, Tallahassee, FL, 32301,
(786) 255-5755
215 S. Monroe Street, Suite 601, Tallahassee, FL, 32301,
8) Florida Certification Board
9) Florida Marine Life Association
12) Indian River County Board of County Commissioners
13) JSA (Jim Stidham & Associates)
(850) 222-9075
124 W. Jefferson St., Ste 502, Tallahassee, Florida, 32301,
2) Adelanto HealthCare Ventures, LLC
5) American Traffic Solutions, Inc. d/b/a Verra Mobility
7) Associated Builders and Contractors Florida East Coast Chapter Inc.
8) Associated Industries of Florida, Inc.
11) Atkins North America, Inc.
13) BlackRock Funds Services Group, LLC
14) Boatsetter
16) Brandt Information Services
17) Broward College Foundation
18) Broward County
20) C.W. Roberts Contracting Inc.
21) Carlyle Investment Management L.L.C.
22) CDR Maguire
24) Cicero Action
25) Citadel Enterprise Americas LLC
30) Clara Homes
31) Cody Khan
33) Community US Fund Management Inc.
34) Coventry
35) CVS Health and All Affiliates
37) Development Corporation for Israel
38) DialCare, LLC.
42) Elevated, LLC
44) Emovis USA, Inc.
45) Environmental Resilient Communities LLC
46) EPAM Government Solutions, LLC.
47) Field of Dreams
48) Florida Alliance for Vacation Rentals
49) Florida Association of Nurse Anesthesiology
50) Florida Community Financial Services Association
51) Florida Credit Union Association
52) Florida Institute of Technology
53) Florida International University Foundation, Inc.
54) Florida Power & Light Company
55) Florida Prosecuting Attorney's Association
56) Florida Realtors
57) Florida Surplus Lines Association
58) Florida Transportation Builders Association
59) Florida Vacation Rental Management Association
60) Fox Corporation
62) Gartner, Inc.
63) George Hackney Inc. d/b/a Trulieve
66) Haleon Consumer Healthcare
67) Hillpointe, LLC
69) INSIGHTEC
70) International Centre for Missing and Exploited Children
71) K9s for Warriors
72) Kalshi Inc.
73) Land Sea Homes
75) Life Science Logistics, LLC
76) Litecon LLC
77) Little Havana Activities & Nutrition Centers of Dade County, Inc.
78) Loggerhead Marinelife Center
79) Lost Tree Village Property Owners Association, Inc.
81) Memorial Healthcare System
83) Monroe County Board of County Commissioners
84) National Speech & Debate Association
85) Neal Communities
87) Neal Land Development Group
88) New College Foundation, Inc.
89) Nile Inc.
90) North American Transit Alliance
91) OBS Real Estate Holdings, LLC
92) Ocala Breeders' Sales Company, Inc.
93) Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
95) Orlando Health
96) Palm Beach Atlantic University
97) Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office
98) Palm Beach Zoo
99) Paypal
100) PCI Gaming
101) Peregrine Technologies, Inc.
102) Polk County Board of County Commissioners
103) Primerica, Inc.
104) PrizePicks
105) Project LIFT
106) Promise Network Inc.
107) Quintessence Marine, Inc.
108) RAI Services Company
110) RELX Inc.
111) Renaissance Learning, Inc.
112) Resource Environmental Solutions, LLC
113) Ryan, LLC
114) Sacred Heart Health System, Inc.
115) SaferWatch, LLC
116) Safety Net Hospital Alliance of Florida
117) SAI Interactive
118) Sarasota Memorial Health Care System
119) School Board of Brevard County
120) Sellers Dorsey
121) Sobe Sky Development, LLC
123) St. Petersburg College Foundation
124) St. Vincent's Health System, Inc.
125) Starkey Hearing Technologies
126) Sunshine State Tag Agency LLC
128) Tamiami 137, LLC
129) Tampa Bay Rays
130) The City of Miami
131) The City of Venice
132) The Coalition of Attainable Housing Providers of Florida, Inc.
133) The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States, Inc.
134) The Everglades Trust
135) The GEO Group, Inc.
136) The North Highland Company
138) TRC Companies, Inc.
139) University of Florida Foundation, Inc.
140) University of Florida Student Government Association
141) University of Miami
142) Veyer, LLC
143) Visa U.S.A. Inc.
144) Waste Management Inc. of Florida
145) WolfCap Team, LLC
146) Woolpert, Inc.
(850) 222-9075
124 W. Jefferson St., Suite 502, Tallahassee, Florida, 32301,
1) Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.
2) Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorder Association d/b/a Alzheimer's Association
5) C.W. Roberts Contracting Inc.
8) Coastal Conservation Association Florida
12) Florida Alliance for Vacation Rentals
13) Florida Credit Union Association
14) Florida Ground Water Association
15) Florida Marine Life Association
16) Florida Polytechnic University Foundation, Inc.
17) Florida Prosecuting Attorney's Association
18) Florida Realtors
19) Florida Vacation Rental Management Association
20) Greyter Water Systems Inc.
21) HNTB Corporation
24) Monroe County Board of County Commissioners
25) Northwest Florida State College Foundation, Inc.
26) Overseas Shipholding Group Inc.
28) Palm Beach Zoo
30) Preferred Care Hospice LLC
31) Resource Environmental Solutions, LLC
33) SSA Marine, Inc.
34) Stephen Dibbs
35) Tamiami 137, LLC
36) Tampa Port Authority d/b/a Port Tampa Bay
37) The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States, Inc.
39) The Great Florida Riverway Trust
42) Town of St. Lucie Village, Florida
43) USF Foundation
(910) 371-9949
Post Office Box 867, New Bern, NC, 28563-0867,
(252) 972-1327
Post Office Box 33009, Raleigh, NC, 27636-3009,
(850) 222-9075
124 W. Jefferson St., Ste 502, Tallahassee, Florida, 32301,
2) Adelanto HealthCare Ventures, LLC
4) American Traffic Solutions, Inc. d/b/a Verra Mobility
5) Associated Builders and Contractors Florida East Coast Chapter Inc.
6) Associated Industries of Florida, Inc.
10) Brandt Information Services
11) Broward College Foundation
12) Broward County
14) Carlyle Investment Management L.L.C.
15) CDR Maguire
17) Cicero Action
18) Citadel Enterprise Americas LLC
22) Clara Homes
24) Community US Fund Management Inc.
25) Coral Rock Development Group, LLC
26) Coventry
28) Development Corporation for Israel
29) DialCare, LLC.
31) Elevated, LLC
33) Field of Dreams
34) Florida Association of District School Superintendents
35) Florida Association of Nurse Anesthesiology
36) Florida Community Financial Services Association
37) Florida Credit Union Association
38) Florida Institute of Technology
39) Florida International University Foundation, Inc.
40) Florida Power & Light Company
41) Florida Realtors
42) Florida Surplus Lines Association
43) Florida Vacation Rental Management Association
44) Fox Corporation
45) Gartner, Inc.
46) George Hackney Inc. d/b/a Trulieve
48) Haleon Consumer Healthcare
49) Hillpointe, LLC
51) INSIGHTEC
52) International Centre for Missing and Exploited Children
53) K9s for Warriors
54) Kalshi Inc.
55) Land Sea Homes
57) Life Science Logistics, LLC
58) Litecon LLC
59) Little Havana Activities & Nutrition Centers of Dade County, Inc.
63) Memorial Healthcare System
64) National Speech & Debate Association
65) Neal Communities
67) Neal Land Development Group
68) New College Foundation, Inc.
69) North American Transit Alliance
70) OBS Real Estate Holdings, LLC
71) Ocala Breeders' Sales Company, Inc.
72) Old Republic National Title Insurance Company
73) Oportun, Inc.
75) Orlando Health
76) Palm Beach Atlantic University
77) Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office
78) Palm Beach Zoo
80) Paypal
81) Peregrine Technologies, Inc.
82) Polk County Board of County Commissioners
83) PrizePicks
84) Project LIFT
88) RELX Inc.
89) Renaissance Learning, Inc.
90) Resource Environmental Solutions, LLC
91) Ryan, LLC
92) Sacred Heart Health System, Inc.
93) SaferWatch, LLC
94) Safety Net Hospital Alliance of Florida
95) SAI Interactive
96) Sarasota Memorial Health Care System
97) School Board of Brevard County
98) Sellers Dorsey
100) St. Petersburg College Foundation
101) St. Vincent's Health System, Inc.
102) Starkey Hearing Technologies
103) Sunshine State Tag Agency LLC
105) Tampa Bay Rays
106) The City of Miami
107) The City of Venice
108) The Coalition of Attainable Housing Providers of Florida, Inc.
109) The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States, Inc.
110) The Everglades Trust
111) The GEO Group, Inc.
112) The North Highland Company
113) TRC Companies, Inc.
114) University of Florida Foundation, Inc.
115) University of Florida Student Government Association
116) University of Miami
117) Veyer, LLC
118) Visa U.S.A. Inc.
119) Waste Management Inc. of Florida
120) WolfCap Team, LLC
121) Woolpert, Inc.
(720) 448-3360
215 S Monroe St, Suite 601, Tallahassee, FL, 32301-1804,