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JAMIE BENDA

(Oklahoma)

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As an associate lobbyist, I help clients navigate Oklahoma's legislative process and make sure their priorities are heard at the Capitol. Whether it's advancing legislation or protecting your interests, I'm here to help you make an impact.

0-5 years

Jamie Benda is an Associate Lobbyist with the 1907 Group, where she advocates on behalf of clients before the Oklahoma Legislature and state agencies. Since joining the firm in 2023, she has supported strategic policy initiatives and continued building relationships across state government. Prior to joining the 1907 Group, Jamie served as a professional staffer for the Majority Floor Leader of the Oklahoma House of Representatives, working closely with top legislative leaders and gaining firsthand experience in the policymaking process. Jamie brings a relationship-driven approach to advocacy - combining her experience inside the Capitol with a commitment to delivering results for clients.

Outside of her professional work, Jamie is an active volunteer with the Junior League of Oklahoma City, where she contributes to community initiatives that strengthen and support women and families. She also loves to travel and explore diverse cultures around the world. At home, she enjoys spending time with her three rescue dogs and her husband, who owns and operates two Oklahoma-based businesses.

MATTHEW LATHAM

(Oklahoma)

1907 Group is a strategic lobbying and government affairs firm in Oklahoma. We help clients from every sector - business, healthcare, nonprofits, associations - navigate the state's political and regulatory landscape with precision and purpose.

We believe strong, authentic relationships are the backbone of effective advocacy. That means building trust not only with lawmakers and stakeholders but also with our clients. Our approach is tailored, proactive, and relationship-driven: we anticipate risks, identify opportunities, and ensure your voice is heard where it matters most.

Whether advancing legislation, shaping regulation, or defending against harmful proposals, we partner with you to develop long-term strategies that protect and grow your interests in Oklahoma.

6-10 years

Matt Latham is a Partner at the 1907 Group, a strategic government affairs and lobbying firm based in Oklahoma City. Originally from Kingfisher, he studied political science at the University of Oklahoma and has built a career helping businesses and organizations navigate the intersection of policy, politics, and strategy across the state.

Matt is known for his relationship-driven approach, focusing on trust, collaboration, and practical solutions that achieve results for clients. Matt recognizes that authentic relationships - both with clients and stakeholders - are the foundation of effective advocacy.

Matt splits his time between Oklahoma City and Medicine Park, where he is deeply involved in local civic life and community projects in both communities. Outside of work, he is an avid sports fan following the University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City Thunder, Swansea City and just about any sport he comes across. He and his better half, Cassi, enjoy travel and spending time outdoors with their dogs.

1907 Group is a government relations firm located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma that provides strategic lobbying, advocacy and communications at all levels of government. Our clients include Fortune 100 companies, small businesses, local governments, industry associations and nonprofits.

Clients come to 1907 Group when they require strategic solutions to complex issues. This strategy often includes a combined approach of government relations, lobbying, community outreach, coalition building, and grassroots outreach.

Through our trusted relationships and measured approach, 1907 Group is uniquely positioned to develop and execute a plan that delivers successful results for our clients. If your company, trade association, nonprofit, or local government is need of services
please don't hesitate to reach out.

6-10 years

Former Oklahoma State Representative 2014-2020

PhD in Sociology University of Oklahoma

8 yrs as political commentator on a weekly Sunday morning show in Oklahoma, Your Vote Counts, News9 KWTV

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(Texas)
  • (512)4776195

  • P.O. Box 12727AustinTX78711

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  • 501 N.E. 27TH STREETOKLAHOMA CITYOK73105

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(Massachusetts)
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  • 8 Beacon Street, Floor 3,Floor 3BostonMA02108

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(Idaho)
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  • 802 W Bannock St, Ste 500BoiseID83702

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(Montana)

MICHAEL GAGE

(Nebraska)
  • (402) 617-3151

  • 2012 S. 13th St.LincolnNE68502

ASHLEY GASCHK

(North Dakota)
  • (701) 527-3662

  • 1323 E FRONT AVESTE 1BISMARCKND58504-6097

ADAM GOODE

(Maine)
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MARK GRUESKIN

(Colorado)
  • 303-573-1900

  • RECHT KORNFELD PC, 1600 STOUT STREET, SUITE 14001600 STOUT STREET, SUITE 1400DENVERCO80202

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(New York)
  • 111 WASHINGTON AVENUESUITE 702ALBANYNY12210

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PETER HIRD

(Iowa)
  • 515-262-9571

  • 2000 Walker St, Suite ADes MoinesIA50317

  • 111 WASHINGTON AVENUESUITE 702ALBANYNY12210

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(Missouri)
  • (573) 634-2115

  • 131 East High StreetJefferson CityMO65101

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(Idaho)
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  • 802 W Bannock St, Ste 500BoiseID83702

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(Minnesota)
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(Texas)
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  • P.O. Box 12727AustinTX78711

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(Hawaii)

LOYNA KAMAKEEAINA

(Hawaii)

LINDSAY KENNEY

(Massachusetts)
  • 617-244-8230

  • 8 Beacon Street, Floor 3,Floor 3BostonMA02108

EMILY KIBBE

(Massachusetts)
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  • 8 Beacon Street, Floor 3,Floor 3BostonMA02108

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(Wyoming)

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(California)

ANDREA KLUGER

(Illinois)

RICKEY KORNEGAY

(Alabama)
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JOELYN LEON

(Connecticut)
  • 860-343-8709

  • 78 Beaver Rd.Ste 2DWethersfieldCT06109

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(Colorado)
  • 303-433-2100

  • PO BOX 370110DenverCO80237

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(Pennsylvania)
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(Kansas)
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(Massachusetts)
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  • 8 Beacon Street, Floor 3,Floor 3BostonMA02108

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(Idaho)
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  • 802 W Bannock St, Ste 500BoiseID83702

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(Wisconsin)

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MICHAEL MCDONALD

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RYAN MCKENNA

(MOMO)
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  • 131 E. High StreetJefferson CityMO65101

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MICHAEL MEEKS

(Kentucky)
  • 502-494-7632

  • 6203 Cutter DriveLouisvilleKY40218-2307

JOE MURPHY

(Arizona)
  • 480-217-1920

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(Kansas)
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(New York)
  • 20 WEST 33RD STREET#8NEW YORKNY10001

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(Illinois)
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ARTHUR PHILLIPS

(Maine)
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DOUGLAS PLACA

(New Jersey)
  • 732-745-2776

  • 1225 Livingston AveNorth BrunswickNJ08902

CARSON POPE

(Missouri)
  • (214) 927-2812

  • 131 E High StSte 100Jefferson CityMO65101

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  • (603) 714-0258

  • 8 Carpenter Street8 Carpenter StreetManchesterNH03104

FORREST RAPIER

(New Hampshire)

LOUIS REINE

(Louisiana)
  • 225-383-5741

  • 429 GOVERNMENT ST.BATON ROUGELouisiana70802

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DUSTIN REINSTEDLER

(Kentucky)
  • 502-696-9030

  • 140 Kings Daughter Dr.Suite 100-200FrankfortKY40601

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ERIC RICHARD

(New Jersey)
  • 609-989-8730

  • 106 W State StTrentonNJ08608

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DARRELL RILEY

(Alabama)
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PETER ROBINS-BROWN

(Louisiana)
  • 504-256-8196

  • 3230 PONCE DE LEON ST.NEW ORLEANSLouisiana70119

ISABELLA RODRIGUEZ

(Oklahoma)
  • (405) 528-2409

  • 501 N.E. 27TH STREETOKLAHOMA CITYOK73105

STACEY RUCKLE

(West Virginia)
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ALEXIS SANTORO

(Rhode Island)
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MATT SCHLOBOHM

(Maine)
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CHRISTOPHER SHIELDS

(Minnesota)
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MATT SMITH

(Ohio)
  • 614-224-8271

  • c/o Ohio AFL-CIO, 500 S Front, Ste 700ColumbusOH43215

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JOSHUA SONNIER

(Louisiana)
  • 225-281-3118

  • 6153 AIRLINE HWYBATON ROUGELouisiana70805

AUSBON STARLING

(Tennessee)

JOSHUA SWORD

(West Virginia)
  • (304) 344-3557

  • 501 Leon Sullivan Way3rd FloorCharlestonWV25301

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TAETULI TAFAI

(Hawaii)

LILES TAYLOR

(Kentucky)
  • 859-533-1897

  • 140 Kings Daughter DriveSuite 100-200FrankfortKY40601

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RICHARD TEMPLIN

(Florida)
  • (850) 224-6926

  • 135 S Monroe StTallahasseeFL32301

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  • (801) 359-4169

  • 40 S 600 ESalt Lake CityUT84102

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CATIE THEISEN

(Oregon)
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DAVID THOMAS

(Pennsylvania)
Clients:

1) 1315 Investments, LP

2) ACE Cash Express

3) Age of Learning

4) Allen Real Estate LLC

5) Altria Client Services LLC and its Affiliates

6) AMLL Management Group

7) AMP Global Strategies

8) Antrim Investment Group, LLC

9) ARM Development LLC

10) Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers

11) AT&T Inc.

12) Aviat Networks

13) Bounty Minerals

14) Byler Management

15) Caprice Management

16) Carey Holdings LLC

17) Casey Recovery, LLC

18) Catapult Learning

19) Central Penn College

20) Chick-fil-A, Inc.

21) Child USA

22) Christian School Association of Greater Harrisburg

23) Churchill Downs Incorporated

24) City of Philadelphia

25) CNX Gathering LLC

26) CNX Land LLC

27) Coalition for Community Solar Access

28) College Board

29) Compass Learning

30) Concurrent Technologies Corporation

31) Critical Response Group

32) Crown Display Inc.

33) Dallas Area Fall Fair Inc. TA The Luzerne County Fair

34) Dallas Suites LLC

35) Deloitte Consulting LLP

36) Dillon Floral Corporation

37) Eco 1st Logistics

38) EduConsult Consulting

39) Effective School Solutions

40) Fairview West LLC

41) First National Bank of Pennsylvania

42) FMP Realty LLC

43) G&F Realty

44) GREATER JOHNSTOWN REGIONAL PARTNERSHIP

45) Greenview Development, Inc.

46) Hazel Health, Inc.

47) HeyTutor

48) Hidden Still Spirits

49) Higher Information Group

50) Hill Valley Healthcare

51) Housing And Redevelopment Insurance Exchange

52) Ibotta, Inc.

53) Inch & Co

54) Indo-American Community of Scranton

55) IUPAT District Council 21

56) Jewish Community Alliance of NEPA

57) Jewish Home of Eastern Pennsylvania

58) Keystone Seniors, Inc.

59) Kingsley Association

60) Kooth USA, LLC

61) Kyndryl, Inc.

62) Lackawanna College

63) Leading Youth For Excellence

64) LIUNA Mid-Atlantic Regional Organizing Coalition

65) Luzerne County Child Advocacy Center

66) Malibu Wellness Ranch

67) Malt Beverage Distributors Association of PA

68) Martz Trailways

69) McCarthy Tire

70) Messiah Lifeways

71) MidPoint Group of Companies, Inc.

72) Misericordia University

73) Modern Treasury

74) Mountain Springs Lake Resort LLC

75) Mowery Entertainment

76) New Birth of Freedom Council, Boy Scouts of America #544

77) Nlyten Corporation

78) NVNG Inc.

79) Olivet Boys & Girls Club of Reading and Berks County

80) PA Association for Justice

81) PA Parentage Coalition

82) PA State Building & Construction Trades Council

83) Patient Direct RX

84) Pennsylvania AFL-CIO

85) Pennsylvania Association of Staff Nurses and Allied Professionals

86) Pennsylvania Beer Alliance

87) Pennsylvania Principals Association

88) Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants

89) Pennsylvania State Nurses Association

90) Pennsylvania Trolley Museum Inc.

91) Phila Trial Lawyers Assn.

92) Philadelphia School District

93) Prestige Healthcare Administrative Services

94) Recycle the World, Inc.

95) Red Horizon Global

96) Rikore, Inc.

97) Rutter's Holdings, Inc.

98) Sentiment AI

99) Sheet Metal Workers LU 19

100) Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) of Luzerne County

101) Sordoni Properties, LLC

102) Sugar Plum Chocolates

103) Summit Realty Advisors, LLC

104) Takeda Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.

105) Terrapin Investment Fund 1, LLC

106) The Lands at Hillside Farms

107) Ticket Network

108) Total Security International LLC

109) Valley Crest Real Estate, LP

110) Viatris Inc.

111) Visit Hershey & Harrisburg Inc.

112) Waste Reduction Recycling Transfer, Inc.

113) Weidner Construction

114) William J. Brennan, Jr. Center for Justice

115) YourChoice

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(Pennsylvania)

ISABELLA TOWNSEND

(Kentucky)
  • 502-401-8288

  • 140 Kings Daughter DriveSuite 100-200FrankfortKY40601

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GRAHAM TRAINOR

(Oregon)
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MATT TROESSER

(Missouri)
  • (573) 634-2115

  • 131 E. High Street Suite 101Jefferson CityMO65101

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2) SMART

CAITLIN VEGA

(California)

ANDY WALTERS

(West Virginia)
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JEFFREY WEISS

(Illinois)

KALANI WERNER

(Hawaii)

STEVE WHITE

(Utah)
  • (801) 972-2771

  • 2261 South Redwood Road Suite MSalt Lake CityUT84119

Clients:

JEFF WIGGINS

(Kentucky)
  • 502-696-9030

  • 140 Kings Daughter Dr.Ste. 100-200FrankfortKY40601

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JAMES WILLIAMS

(Georgia)
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BETHANY WINKELS

(Minnesota)
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BRAXTON WINSTON

(North Carolina)

MATTHEW WOOD

(Louisiana)
  • 318-465-2092

  • 429 GOVERNMENT ST.BATON ROUGELouisiana70802

Clients:

JEFF WORTHINGTON

(Utah)
  • (801) 972-2771

  • 2261 S Redwood Road Suite MSalt Lake CityUT84119

Clients:

CHARLES WOWKANECH

(New Jersey)
  • 609-989-8730

  • 106 W State StTrentonNJ08608

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FRED YAMASHITA

(Arizona)
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