Kalee Kreider, a former environmental advisor and communications director to Al Gore, has joined Fenton as MD of the firm’s DC office. Krieder worked with Gore for six years.

She was also previously an SVP with Fenton, between 2003 and 2006. During her time with the former Vice President, Krieder worked on the research and marketing for three books, the documentary An Inconvenient Truth, managed relations with media around the world, and helped with Gore’s work with Apple, Google, Current TV, and other organizations.

During her previous time with Fenton, Krieder handled national and international media relations, crisis comms, and government relations for clients including MoveOn.org and Environmental Media Services. CEO David Fenton said in a statement that her return will will aid with the firm’s expansion in the climate, CSR, and technology businesses.