Mercury Public Affairs Welcomes Stella Porter as Vice President in New Jersey Office
February 23, 2026, 10:41 am | in
Mercury Public Affairs Welcomes Stella Porter as Vice President in New Jersey Office
Former Murphy Administration spokesperson brings government and newsroom experience to the firm
Stella Porter
Saddle Brook, NJ – Mercury Public Affairs, a leading national bipartisan public strategy firm, today announced that Stella Porter, most recently Deputy Press Secretary and on-the-record spokesperson for Governor Phil Murphy, has joined the firm’s New Jersey office as Vice President.
“We are thrilled to welcome Stella to the Mercury team,” said Mercury Partner Michael Soliman, who leads the New Jersey office. “She is a skilled communications professional whose experience in both government and the newsroom will be a strong asset to our clients.”
"I'm excited to join Mercury and collaborate with industry-leading professionals known for delivering results," said Porter. “I'm eager to help clients navigate complex issues and break through the noise in today's dynamic media landscape alongside such a respected team.”
Porter most recently served as Deputy Press Secretary and on-the-record spokesperson for Governor Phil Murphy, where she managed rapid-response media strategy and served as communications lead across energy, transportation, state finance, environmental issues, and veterans and military affairs. Prior to state service, she was a three-time New York Emmy–nominated television reporter and anchor, most recently at WNYT NBC NewsChannel 13 in Albany, after beginning her broadcast career at WSAW CBS/FOX NewsChannel 7 in Wausau, Wisconsin.
“With experience spanning state government and the newsroom, Stella understands how decisions get made and how stories are told,” said Mercury Partner Mo Butler. “She will be a great addition to our team and bring valuable insights for our clients.”
Porter earned her Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, Phi Beta Kappa, from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
