Colin Hensel

Colin serves as the Digital Director at The Herald Group where he helps lead strategic digital advertising campaigns and email advocacy efforts for an array of clients. Since joining The Herald Group in 2020, Colin has played a pivotal role in shaping data-driven campaigns that effectively target key stakeholders.

Prior to joining The Herald Group, Colin gained valuable experience on Capitol Hill as a member of his hometown Congressman's team. There, he was responsible for overseeing the office's digital presence, from website management to email outreach and constituent communications, helping drive significant engagement with constituents.

His political experience also includes serving as a Field Representative on Congressman Don Bacon’s successful 2018 re-election campaign, where he helped implement grassroots outreach and on-the-ground operations. Colin has also spent time at the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) and the office of former Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts, where he further honed his expertise in political communications and digital strategy.

Colin graduated Highest Distinction from Nebraska Wesleyan University with a B.A. in Political Science with minors in Writing and Communication Studies.