WHO WE ARE

Top Dog Strategies is here to help good people do great things.

A woman with medium length brown hair wearing a maroon top is smiling at the camera, standing outside with the background out of focus.

We believe that too many of the people making a difference in their communities are seen as underdogs. Here at Top Dog Strategies, we use our media, communications, marketing, research, community engagement, and strategic planning expertise to empower these change making underdogs into the top dogs we know they can be.

Top Dog Strategies and its founder, Megan Cagle Dutta, brings nearly 15 years of experience in the political, non-profit, and government sectors to you and your organization. Whether you are looking for branding and strategic support launching a new initiative or need to develop your media and public presence, we have your back.

The team has a proven record of securing and preparing leaders for coverage in top outlets such as The New York Times, CNN, Politico, The Washington Post, Sky News, Al Jazeera, and more. We’ve led the way on messaging and communications strategies that have doubled digital engagement and influenced national discussions for nationally ranked political campaigns and non-profit organizations alike.

Our strategic advocacy and outreach campaigns for both international agencies and local campaigns have led to policy wins and established relationships with top elected officials. And with an eye for both internal and external communications, we empower you and your team with the skills and foundation needed for lasting success.

We love a challenge and are not afraid to work with our clients on a variety of issues. If you’re ready to shake things up and take things to the next level, let us know — we’re here to make you the top dog.

DON'T JUST TAKE IT FROM US. HERE'S WHAT FOLKS ARE SAYING:

Matthew Hackworth, L'Arche USA

"Megan is a gifted communicator who really understands strategic messaging and how to employ it practically. More than that, she is a colleague you'll come to value quickly because of her humor, her sense of team, her willingness to help and a grounding in her vision to shape a better world. Megan is someone who goes beyond the basic to make content sing, to make full use of the latest tactics to support strategy, and to have fun while doing it."

MEET THE ORIGINAL TOP DOG

Frida Doggo at the Tidal Basin in Washington, DC

Frida Doggo is the face (and ears!) behind Top Dog Strategies. A party mix of a pup, she was found as a stray in South Carolina after having puppies. Thankfully the kind folks at a local animal rescue sent her to Washington, DC for adoption where she met Megan within her first 24 hours in the city. The rest is history!

Megan and Frida are best friends and can often be found enjoying the sites in Washington, DC, sampling the food (or dog treats) at all of their favorite neighborhood spots, and consulting with other pups in the area. Frida is also a budding entrepreneur and will likely offer her thoughts on any projects you partner with Megan on.