Nikki Haley Joins Global Communication Firm Edelman as Vice Chair of International Public Affairs Team

The move signals that the former Republican presidential candidate, who joined conservative think tank Hudson Institute in April, is pursuing other options.

Former Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley has joined global communications firm Edelman as vice chair of its international public affairs team, the company announced yesterday (Sept. 4). In the announcement, Edelman CEO Richard Edelman mentioned “the great success” she had in “attracting foreign companies to South Carolina” when she was governor. As the U.S. Ambassador to the U.N., she “helped lead important work on global issues,” he added.

In a statement, Haley said she is “excited” to join the team within Edelman’s Global Advisory (EGA), the firm’s global public affairs consultancy. “In a time of growing complexities in business, policy, and politics — brands need to anticipate what’s coming next,” she said. “Whether managing a crisis or celebrating a success, industry leaders must be ready to communicate clearly and share their vision forward,” she wrote in the statement.”She is expected to join the firm this month.

Axios notes that although Haley endorsed Trump “after the assassination attempt on him at a rally in July, this move signals Haley is pursuing other options.” The new website called the move “surprising” for Haley, “a once-rumored vice presidential contender and someone who former President Trump has said will be on his team in some form” should he win the election.”

Haley suspended her presidential bid earlier this year following a string of primary losses. “After sharply criticizing Trump during the campaign, she gave her strong endorsement of the GOP nominee during a speech at the Republican National Convention in July,” The Hill reported. “She has remained vocal on various international issues since stepping out of the race, particularly American support for Israel,” the publication added.