The Mach 1 Group

10/09/2026

A few Mach 1 team members were delighted to join the LBJ Women’s Campaign School for its Lone Star Legacy Reception, celebrating the trailblazing women of the Texas Legislature who champion meaningful policy and work to improve the lives of Texans across our state.

Mach 1 is proud to support organizations like the LBJ Women’s Campaign School that are investing in the next generation of women leaders.

10/08/2026

Approval isn’t the final step of stakeholder mapping; it’s the beginning. Continue tracking new data and listening to stakeholders to ensure your map stays relevant throughout the whole process.

10/06/2026

Effective communications planning starts with a clear understanding of the landscape. Research the issue, define the objective, know the audience and identify information gaps before developing your approach.

10/06/2026

Mach 1 is honored to be named a 2026 Top Agency by Ragan Communications’ PR Daily, a leading national resource for public relations professionals.

This recognition celebrates agencies across the country that continue to raise the bar for excellence and impact in public relations and public affairs.

Learn more about the recognition here: https://ow.ly/i3sC50ZUJIF

10/01/2026

We are proud to announce that our very own Katherine McLane, Founder & CEO and Mary Love, COO, have been named Finalists in the 23rd Annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business.

This recognition celebrates the impact and leadership of women in business around the world, and we’re incredibly proud to see Mary and Katherine recognized among this year’s finalists.

Congratulations to our CEO and COO on this well-deserved recognition!

09/24/2026

Meet Kailey Saylor, one of the newest members of The Mach 1 Group team!

Kailey brings experience from Capitol Hill, the Texas Capitol and statewide public service. Before joining Mach 1, she worked for U.S. Senator John Cornyn, representing a 29-county region across South-Central Texas. She also previously worked in Governor Greg Abbott’s press office and for U.S. Representative John Carter.

A Texas Tech graduate, Kailey enjoys playing tennis and spending time with her two dogs when she is not working.

09/18/2026

Calling all Capitol staffers! Join The Mach 1 Group and the Pink Granite Foundation for a Lunch & Learn designed to help you prepare for the 90th Texas Legislative Session.

Operating at the intersection of public policy and public opinion, Mach 1 will share real-world strategies for turning complex policy into effective messaging, media opportunities and content that resonates beyond the Capitol.

📅 October 8, 2026
⏰ 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | Lunch at noon
📍 Legislative Conference Center, Texas Capitol

Franklin's Barbecue will be provided, followed by the debut of Mach 1’s LegiSLAY Hats 2.0.

09/17/2026

As the world remembers Dolly Parton, we’re looking back at another part of her legacy: nearly six decades of masterful message discipline.

Read our latest blog, “The Iron Fist in the Rhinestone Glove,” at the link below. 💎

https://ow.ly/vrkS50ZOR4Q

As the world remembers Dolly Parton, there is plenty to honor about the legacy she […]

09/15/2026

Making the most out of any interview or report is crucial to succeeding in the PR world. At Mach 1, we have the resources to ensure the next interview is the best one.

09/09/2026

The 90th Texas Legislative Session begins in less than five months, but you can never be too prepared. It’s important to start developing messages, mapping stakeholders and identifying communications risks before the legislative session begins.

Read our blog on prep!

https://ow.ly/kzfe50ZKYuE