Established in 2015, Black Lion Strategies is a social impact and public affairs consulting firm founded and led by Samuel M. Gebru. Inspired by the rare and majestic black-maned lions endemic to East Africa, we take a unique and highly personalized approach to our work. Problems are opportunities. Guided by our commitment to social impact, we are passionate about getting into good trouble. Turning ideas into solutions is our raison d’être. Key focus areas: -Advocacy, policy, and organizing -Communications and marketing -Civic engagement and coalition building -Government and community relations -Political and nonprofit management and fundraising -Stakeholder management and strategic partnerships -Strategic thinking and business development -United States-Ethiopia relations -Youth engagement and leadership