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Two-Time White House Appointee
Advisor to Top Government Officials, Business Leaders, and Power Brokers
Expert in Executive Branding, Strategic Execution, and Crisis Management

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Reviews and Testimonials

  • “Working with 480 Advisors on our launch was exceptional. Antonio created a comprehensive publicity plan, including roundtables and a media exclusive , and then managed every detail from the invite list to the presentation coaching. The rollout was a success thanks to his strategic thinking and meticulous execution.“

    Scott Susin, PhD, Founder, Center for Mortgage Access

  • "Mr. White maintained the highest standards and work ethic in his engagement of stakeholders with critical equities in front of the Treasury Department. As Deputy Assistant Secretary, Mr. White led the charge to achieve the Department’s goal of reaching the broadest set of stakeholders possible."

    Hon. Janet Yellen, 78th Secretary of the U.S. Department of the Treasury

  • "Antonio is a brilliant professional with a keen eye to detail, and his ability to balance actuality with practicality is admirable. The positive impact he's had on our organization is felt by all. I thank him for the step toward success with the 2018 Live the Legacy Gala, and I am confident that his future endeavors will bring fulfillment in every direction God sends him."

    Dr. Tommie C. Smith, 1968 Olympic Gold Medalist, Tommie Smith Youth Initiative, Inc.

  • "Mr. White is a person of character and operates with the highest levels of integrity, honesty and discretion. He is results-oriented with an unwavering commitment to excellence that motivates those around him."

    Hon. Sandra Thompson, 5th Director of the U.S. Federal Housing Finance Agency

  • "Antonio White has been appointed by the White House to lead a revamped community outreach effort at the U.S. Treasury Department."

    Bloomberg

  • “Bank of America will look to leverage Antonio's Washington expertise as it delivers on its mission of responsible growth.”

    Fortune Magazine

  • "Antonio's efforts have been instrumental in bridging the gap between the department and diverse communities, enhancing Treasury's outreach and effectiveness."

    The Cleveland Plain Dealer

  • “Antonio is fueled by helping leaders identify the soul in their public affairs strategies and bringing it to life with precision, creativity, and swagger.”

    Public Relations Society of America

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The Path to Leadership is Engineered

480 Advisors is an executive communications agency that provides strategic communications solutions for leaders who want to increase their visibility and influence.  

Named after the 480 Interstate in Ohio, a vital corridor for moving ideas and opportunity through the state and beyond, 480 Advisors helps leaders communicate with clarity when the stakes and rewards are high.

Communications Strategies that Improve Visibility

Successful leaders understand that opportunities come to those who are both visible and legible. Whether transitioning, pivoting, or positioning for the future, 480 Advisors offers individual and institutional leaders specific communications solutions for phase and level. 

  • A 3-month comprehensive executive communications development plan for leaders entering pivotal moments, including role transitions, launches, expansions, or repositioning.

  • A structured 30,60, or 90-day opinion article placement strategy designed to help leaders and institutions position their ideas in the public conversation through high quality op-eds.

  • Narrative framework, storytelling and message development for leaders preparing for high visibility moments such as media interviews, keynote speeches, and roundtable appearances.

  • Customized communications toolkits that provide repeatable messaging and engagement frameworks across internal, external, board, digital, and media audiences.

  • Messaging, media, and stakeholder engagement strategy for major announcements, initiatives, or report launches requiring precision and credibility.

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About Antonio White

Trusted Advisor to Government Officials, CEOs & Philanthropists

Antonio White, Founder, 480 Advisors, is a two-time White House appointee, communications expert, and public speaker who has been nationally recognized by Fortune for his track record advising chief executives in government, finance and philanthropy.

Through 480 Advisors, Antonio provides strategic public affairs counsel to leaders who want to increase their professional visibility and influence. Inspired by values of leadership, entrepreneurship, and community investment, Antonio has notable executive roles at the U.S. Treasury Department, U.S. Federal Housing Finance Agency, and Bank of America.

His opinions and interviews have been published in the Cleveland Plain Dealer, Fast Company, Essence, Business Insider, The Hill, Politico, and others.

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