Rational is proud to announce three standout leaders selected for their outstanding work on behalf of the company and clients:  

• Jolene Rencher, Head of IT, was recognized as a Brand Marketer and AI and Innovation Leader for building the secure, AI-enabled technology foundation that feeds Rational cutting-edge digital products and rapid growth into a 150-person company. 

• Catherine Napoli, Senior Director, Digital Advertising, was recognized as a Data Analytics Leader for her work turning complex policy debates into actionable moments that help constituents use their voices when public input matters most. 

• Faith Wilson, Digital Director, was selected as a 30 Under 30 for her creative and innovative approach to digital targeting campaigns, connecting key audiences with messaging that resonates long after a campaign concludes. 

On Thursday, October 22, 2026, marketing leaders gathered at the Yale Club in New York City to celebrate Ragan’s Top Women in Marketing Awards, Class of 2026. Ragan’s Top Women in Marketing Awards honor women driving measurable business impact, leading high-performing teams and shaping the future of the profession. From brand strategy and data analytics to AI innovation and paid advertising leadership, the awards celebrate leaders whose work delivers results and sets new standards. 

“My role managing back-end operations ensures that our employees are supported in their work during continued expansion and can devote more attention to the creative, analytical and relationship-driven work that advances client goals,” said Rencher. “Strong internal technology foundations, especially as our company continues to integrate artificial intelligence into our daily tasks, also means our clients know our work is secure and we have reliable safeguards.” 

“It can be hard to break through the noise, and even more difficult for constituents to make their voice heard, which is why at Rational, we are constantly working to bridge that gap,” said Napoli. “From message and content development to final delivery, we are thinking about how we can better understand the grassroots base we want to galvanize and connect their lived experience with a tangible call to action.” 

“At Rational, we take pride in our ability to deliver tailored messages to the hyper-specific audiences that they will resonate with most,” said Wilson. “Pinpoint Targeting, a proprietary digital offering at Rational, sets us apart from our competitors by allowing us to develop the most effective messages and deliver them to the audiences that matter most to our clients.” 

As Rational rapidly scales its public affairs, digital and AI-optimized tools and offerings, the awards recognize the expertise, industry leadership, and top-notch integrated public affairs strategy that define our team.