Our Team

MIKE DENNEHY

Michael Dennehy is the co-founder of Dennehy & Bouley LLC. Michael has been a leader in the industry since he entered the political and public policy arena in 1991.

Known as a public affairs advisor to regional and state organizations and corporations, Dennehy served as senior political advisor to Senator John McCain’s 2008 Presidential Campaign. He also served in the role of National Political Director in 2007. Dennehy was one of the earliest members of McCain’s political team serving as the New Hampshire Campaign Manager and the New England Political Director in 1999-2000.

Michael has led several successful advocacy and political campaigns in the region including New Hampshire Governors Craig Benson (2002) and Steve Merrill (1992 and 1994). Previously, Michael was the Executive Director of the New Hampshire Republican Party, Republican National Committeeman from New Hampshire and served as special assistant to Governor Stephen Merrill, managing political and legislative crises.

Dennehy was also a senior advisor for Texas Governor Rick Perry, Mississippi Governor Haley Barbour and Texas Senator Phil Gramm.

He often appears on local radio and television and is regularly quoted in the national news media.

Michael has served on many local and state boards but is most passionate about his involvement with Special Olympics New Hampshire where he serves on the Board of Directors and is the Local Program Coordinator for the Concord Golden Eagles.

Michael lives in Bow with his wife, Joya, and their four children.

JIM BOULEY

As partner in Dennehy & Bouley, Jim Bouley has 30 years of political/governmental experience in New Hampshire.

The consummate “insider” in New Hampshire, Jim brings his special skills to bear for the firm’s wide client base. His talents have brought success to innumerable client projects. A 1988 graduate of University of New Hampshire, he has been involved in the political world since the start of his career.

Jim has managed lobbying, grassroots and political action committee activities for business clients, not for profit organizations and trade associations. In 2004, Jim was named to The Union Leader’s 40 Under Forty, as an important figure to watch in the Granite State.

In November 2007, Jim was elected Mayor of Concord, New Hampshire. Prior to running for the Mayor, he served 10 years on the Concord city council. As Mayor, Bouley presided over a $15 million dollar revitalization of downtown Concord. Additionally, S&P gives Concord a AA+ rating due to their well-managed budgets.

Jim was the presented the Business Leader of the Year Award by the Concord Chamber of Commerce in 2017. He has served on the Board of Directors for the Capital Center for the Arts, the Local Government Center and he chaired the Granite United Way Merrimack County Campaign.

He resides in the city of Concord with his wife, Tara.

JESSICA ESKELAND

In a short amount of time, Jessica has earned tremendous respect for her skillful work in government and public affairs.

Jessica gained a wide array of experience by serving in numerous State House roles beginning as a committee staff person in the New Hampshire Senate. She became a Journal Clerk in the New Hampshire Senate Clerk’s office, served as the Public Information Officer for the Secretary of State during the 100th First in the Nation Primary in 2020, and concluded her work in the State House as the Director of Public Policy for the State Senate Democratic Caucus.

She has an accomplished resume outside the State House as well. For six years, Jessica served as the Public Policy Specialist for the New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence. Most recently, she was the Senior Public Policy Manager for the Alzheimer’s Association in New Hampshire.

Through her extensive experience, Jessica has grown intimately familiar with the legislative process while having worked closely with state legislators, community leaders, and advocacy organizations throughout the state.

Jessica was recognized with the prestigious 40 Under Forty award in 2017 honoring her as an outstanding Granite Stater making a difference for her community and profession. She is also a graduate of the inaugural class of the New Leaders Council in New Hampshire which “equips proximate leaders with critical transferrable skills, knowledge, and a network that empowers them to be leaders in their fields and engaged members of their communities.”

As a proud, twelfth generation Granite Stater, Jessica lives in Concord.

KIMBERLY DEMARTIN

Kimberly is a consummate professional having held executive positions in a Trust company as well as for a business jet sales and acquisition company.

She currently plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation and growth of professional/trade organizations. Her work involves a combination of strategic planning, relationship building, and operational efficiency to support both the members and the broader goals of the association. She focuses on enhancing member engagement, driving organizational initiatives, and providing exceptional customer service.

With a keen understanding of the association's mission and vision, Kimberly oversees day-to-day operations, plan impactful events, manage resources, and work closely with leadership to execute long-term goals.

Her ability to communicate, collaborate, and adapt to the evolving needs of the organization ensures a dynamic and thriving association environment.

Kimberly lives in Concord with her husband, Don.

DEE RAINVILLE

Dee Rainville is an operations manager with DB Management. With over 30 years total experience in operations, database administration, and association management, Dee is widely recognized for her ability to lead clients through the process of building their association through communication, building relationships, best practices for operations management, detailed implementation, and accountability.

Dee has overseen project management from conceptualization through implementation. Her leadership led to the successful development and execution of the research and prospect management program at Holderness School.

An experienced planner, Dee coordinates all events with extensive detail, from the smaller training classes for NH Department of Environmental Services and NH Water Pollution Control Association to the 600+ annual EDIES Award Ceremony. In addition, she has executed successful data transitions and software migrations for thousands of records while maintaining the integrity of

membership and financial information.

Clients rely heavily on Dee’s expertise. She is the Board Liaison for NH Excellence in Education, NH Local Welfare Administrators Association, NH Tax and Accounting Professionals, and NH Water Pollution Control Association, as well as registrar and membership contact for the American Society of Home Inspectors New England, Granite State Onsite Wastewater Association, NH

Association of Residential Care Homes, and NH School Transportation Association.

Dee grew up in Smithfield, RI and graduated from Plymouth State University with

a BS in Business Administration. She is an active member of her local church.

SARAH STRYCHARZ

Sarah joined the Dennehy & Bouley team as our bookkeeper in January 2018. She has almost 22 years of experience working for various organizations and businesses in the Concord area in accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, and general bookkeeping and accounting.

Her experience spans a variety of companies, both non-profit and for-profit including a church and daycare, a restaurant, a dentist, retail stores, and now many associations. Sarah worked in local banking for 6 years, and she served on the board of directors for her condominium association for over 10 years.

Sarah lives in the Concord area with her husband and children.