512-497-8941
1115 San Jacinto, Ste 105, Austin, TX, 78701,
Subjects: All Subjects, Appropriations/Budgets, Taxes
Ky Ash has more than twenty years of experience working in the Texas Legislature and executive branch of Texas state government. Ky's work covers all major policy areas, with a particular emphasis in budget, economic development, energy and tax policy matters.
Ky's experience in Texas government is notable, previously serving as State Budget Director for Texas Governor Greg Abbott, as well as serving as the Governor's designee Chair for the Texas Bond Review Board.
Before his time in the Governor's office, Ky spent the better part of two decades in the Texas House of Representatives serving as Chief of Staff and Legislative Director, and also served as Chief Clerk for several Texas House committees, including Ways and Means, Energy Resources, Economic Development and the Select Committee on Property Tax Relief.
2) Canadian Pacific Kansas City Railway
3) CITGO Petroleum Corporation
4) Connect Holding II LLC d/b/a Brightspeed
5) Consumer Technology Association
6) Department of Public Safety Officers Association
11) Live Nation Entertainment, Inc.
12) LKQ Corporation
0-5 years
Previously appointed by Texas Governor Greg Abbott to serve as the Governor's designee Chair for the Texas Bond Review Board.
14. Ky's experience in Texas government is notable, previously serving as State Budget Director for Governor Abbott, as well as serving as the Governor's designee Chair for the Texas Bond Review Board. Before his time in the Governor's office, Ky spent the better part of two decades in the Texas House of Representatives serving as Chief of Staff and Legislative Director for former State Representative Jim Keffer. As Chief of Staff for then-Representative Keffer, Ky also served as Chief Clerk for several Texas House committees, including Ways and Means, Energy Resources, Economic Development and the Select Committee on Property Tax Relief.
A proven strategist and passionate advocate for his clients, Ky Ash has more than twenty years of experience working in the Texas Legislature and executive branch of Texas state government. Ky's work covers all major policy areas, with a particular emphasis in budget, economic development, energy and tax policy matters.
Known as a mover and shaker around Austin, Texas Energy Report noted that Ky is, "well known in the Capitol for his expertise in energy, taxes and budgeting."
With an innate sense for the economics of business and armed with deep industry knowledge, Ky is sought out by a wide range of companies and organizations across the State. His clients include Fortune 500 companies, trade associations and businesses engaged in matters related to e-commerce, higher education, healthcare, information technology, transportation, energy, electricity, telecommunications, public safety and manufacturing.
Ky's experience in Texas government is notable, previously serving as State Budget Director for Governor Abbott, as well as serving as the Governor's designee Chair for the Texas Bond Review Board.
Before his time in the Governor's office, Ky spent the better part of two decades in the Texas House of Representatives serving as Chief of Staff and Legislative Director for former State Representative Jim Keffer. As Chief of Staff for then-Representative Keffer, Ky also served as Chief Clerk for several Texas House committees, including Ways and Means, Energy Resources, Economic Development and the Select Committee on Property Tax Relief.
Prior to joining HBS, Ky served as Government Affairs Advisor at K&L Gates.
860-560-0000
287 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT, 06106,
Subjects: Agencies/Regulations, Alcohol, Animals/Agriculture, Business/Commerce, Children/Family/Women, Consumer Protection, Education, Energy/Utilities, Environment/Recycling, Finance/Banking, Food/Restaurants, Gaming, Health Care, Housing/Real Estate/Development/Construction, Insurance, Manufacturing, Medicare/Medicaid, Non-Profit, Planning/Land Use/Zoning, Privacy/Internet, Professional/Vocational Licensing, Public Safety, Retail, RFP/Procurement, Science/Technology, Taxes, Telecommunications, Tourism/Hospitality, Transportation/Vehicles
Links:LinkedIn
"I love what I do. I love puzzles. I'm curious and enjoy working with a team to find solutions to the challenges presented to us. Each day is different and I get to pull together a diverse group which shares a common goal to improve a situation. Add politics to the mix and where else could you find such a daily adventure?"
2) AccentCare
3) Adobe, Inc.
4) American Medical Response of CT, Inc.
5) Association of Social Work Boards
6) Atrium LLC
10) BrightPath
11) Brooker Memorial
13) CCA Analytics
14) Churchill Downs Incorporated
16) Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast
17) Commercial Services Realty - BT2008 LLC
19) Connecticut Creditor Bar Association, Inc.
20) CT Coalition to End Homelessness
24) CT-NAELA Chapter
25) Environmental Litigation Group PC
26) EverDriven
29) International Bottled Water Association
30) Johnson Controls
33) Lyft, Inc.
35) New England Science & Sailing Foundation
37) NRG Energy, Inc.
38) Oak Ridge Waste & Recycling
40) Payactiv
41) Plastics Industry Association
42) RELX Inc.
43) Revenue Based Finance Coalition
44) ROVAC
45) Sea Research Foundation, Inc.
49) Tekni-Plex, Inc
51) The Children's Law Center of CT, Inc.
53) Theraplant, LLC
54) Tobacco-Free Kids Action Fund
56) Town of Somers
58) Tri-S Environmental Services, Inc.
61) VRSim, Inc
62) Walgreen Co.
63) Wilhusky, LLC
20+ years
In 2020, named by the Hartford Business Journal as one of the top 50 most influential people in Hartford.
In 2017 she was honored as "Practitioner of the Year" by the Greater CT Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA).
In 2005, recognized by the Hartford Business Journal as one of eight top woman business owners.
Developed and implemented several Connecticut market entry initiatives for a global banking interest, outpatient medical and behavior health facilities and a renewable energy company.
Led several multi-organizational coalitions to pass landmark legislation on scholarship funding, tort reform, energy deregulation, managed care regulation and tax initiative opposition.
Drives business strategy and best practices for two separate and widely respected companies.
Appointed by the Mayor of Hartford to Chair the Hartford Parking Authority.
Prior to starting Sullivan & LeShane, Inc. (S&L) in 1983 and Sullivan & LeShane Public Relations in 1988, served as Director of External and Public Affairs for a highly respected statewide medical and vocational rehabilitation organization.
Member and Secretary of the University of Saint Joseph Board of Trustees and chairs the Academic Women's Leadership. Vice Chair of the Washington-based Public Affairs Council, a professional association of corporate/national organizations.
Holds a Master's Degree in Healthcare Finance from the Rensselaer Lally School of Business and a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Leadership and Community Development from Springfield College. Participated in select executive level programs at Stanford University and McGill University. In addition, participated in the Yale School of Management leadership program.
860-560-0000
287 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT, 06106,
Subjects: Agencies/Regulations, Alcohol, Animals/Agriculture, Business/Commerce, Children/Family/Women, Consumer Protection, Education, Energy/Utilities, Environment/Recycling, Finance/Banking, Food/Restaurants, Gaming, Health Care, Housing/Real Estate/Development/Construction, Insurance, Manufacturing, Medicare/Medicaid, Non-Profit, Planning/Land Use/Zoning, Privacy/Internet, Professional/Vocational Licensing, Public Safety, Retail, RFP/Procurement, Science/Technology, Taxes, Telecommunications, Tourism/Hospitality, Transportation/Vehicles
Links:LinkedIn
"We've been nationally recognized for our integrated public relations/government relations services as well as leveraging social media to impact government actions; we set the tone for building a prosperous future for our clients. Any problem can be solved and any issue can be resolved with strategic thinking and bringing the right people to the table. That is our culture at Sullivan & LeShane."
2) AccentCare
3) Adobe, Inc.
4) American Medical Response of CT, Inc.
5) Association of Social Work Boards
6) Atrium LLC
10) BrightPath
11) Brooker Memorial
13) CCA Analytics
14) Churchill Downs Incorporated
16) Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast
17) Commercial Services Realty - BT2008 LLC
19) Connecticut Creditor Bar Association, Inc.
20) CT Coalition to End Homelessness
24) CT-NAELA Chapter
25) Environmental Litigation Group PC
26) EverDriven
29) International Bottled Water Association
30) Johnson Controls
33) Lyft, Inc.
35) New England Science & Sailing Foundation
37) NRG Energy, Inc.
38) Oak Ridge Waste & Recycling
40) Payactiv
41) Plastics Industry Association
42) RELX Inc.
43) Revenue Based Finance Coalition
44) ROVAC
45) Sea Research Foundation, Inc.
49) Tekni-Plex, Inc
51) The Children's Law Center of CT, Inc.
53) Theraplant, LLC
54) Tobacco-Free Kids Action Fund
56) Town of Somers
58) Tri-S Environmental Services, Inc.
61) VRSim, Inc
62) Walgreen Co.
63) Wilhusky, LLC
20+ years
In 2020, recognized by the Hartford Business Journal as one of the top 50 most influential people in Hartford.
Secured the initial state funding needed for UConn to build Gampel Pavilion.
Led the government relations team for several industry mergers requiring approvals from the Office of the Attorney General, State Legislature and other regulatory bodies.
Point person working with the City of Stamford, resulting in $240 million in infrastructure funds.
Sought after political strategist with close ties to every major statewide and local political leader in the state.
Drives business strategy and best practices for two separate and widely respected companies.
A veteran political strategist, played key roles in the presidential campaigns of Gerald Ford, Ronald Reagan and former Senator Robert Dole, as well the campaigns of former Congresswoman Nancy Johnson, Senator Joseph Lieberman and several Connecticut governors. Most recently served as a senior adviser for two U.S. Senate campaigns and trusted thought leader for two Connecticut Governors.
Graduate of Fairfield University with a BS in Sociology.
Began lobbying career with the Hartford Chamber of Commerce, and then with Connecticut's largest beverage trade association. In 1983, joined his partner Paddi LeShane in founding S&L and, five years later, they founded Sullivan & LeShane Public Relations, Inc. (SLPR)
(850) 681-0024
108 S Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL, 32301,
The competitive nature of government and public advocacy requires a team with the experience, insight and knowledge to provide results. The Floridian Partners team is composed of individuals from different backgrounds and practice areas, resulting in a dynamic group of advocacy professionals. As a firm, we strive to exceed our clients' expectations with the understanding that our success is based solely upon the success of our clients. We not only represent our clients before the public sector; we also assist our clients in developing business-to-business opportunities.
Our first step in pursuing any client goal is to develop a strategic plan. In the world of advocacy, success is the result of sound strategy, access to decision makers, effective communication and strong execution. In creating and executing a strategy for each of our clients, we bring to bear decades of strategic advocacy experience on major client initiatives in projects spanning from the entitlement of Jungle Island in Miami-Dade County - to the largest privatization of services in the history of the State of Florida - to playing a major role in developing telecommunications and insurance law each year in the State Capitol. In addition to the know-how developed over this time, we also bring to bear the collective scope and depth of relationships developed along the way.
As a result, Floridian Partners operates at all levels of government and is never more than two degrees away from accessing a key decision maker on any given client matter, whether that client needs to impact proposed state legislation, a local or state agency regulation, local government ordinance, the state budget, or a local or State RFP opportunity.
Firm Specialties:
With offices in Tallahassee and Miami, our core services include government affairs, issues management & communications, and business consulting & development. We service clients across all major industries, have influence at all levels of Florida government, and can manage national issues through our multi- state advocacy network.
5) Associated Industries of Florida
6) Bayou City Hemp Company, Inc.
8) Centene Corporation on behalf of its affiliates and subsidiaries
9) City of Panama City Beach, Florida
10) Covetrus
11) Cuban American Bar Association Pro Bono Project
12) Dealer Consulting Services
13) Deere & Company c/o MultiState Associates LLC
16) Elevance Health, and its Affiliates
19) Florida Crystals Corporation
20) Florida Health Care Association
22) Florida Internet & Television
26) Holistic Alternative Recovery Trust
27) HP Inc.
29) International Bottled Water Association c/o MultiState Associates Inc.
30) Lee Memorial Health System
34) MAXIMUS
35) Miami6500, LLC
36) Milliman
37) Mobile DMV, LLC
38) MorseLife
39) National Assn of Credit Mgt-Improved Construction Practices Committee
40) National Council on Compensation Insurance
41) North Broward Hospital District
42) Petland, Inc.
44) Retail Services & Systems, Inc. dba Total Wine & More
46) Rocket Central
47) Russ Klenet & Associates on behalf of the city of Oakland Park
49) Sellers, Dorsey & Associates, LLC
50) Solarus Medical
51) South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
52) SSJ Health Foundation, Inc.
JORGE CHAMIZO, an attorney and governmental consultant, represents a variety of clients before the Florida Legislature, Executive Office of the Governor, Agency for Healthcare Administration, Florida Department of Health, Florida Public Service Commission, and other state regulatory agencies on matters related to healthcare, energy, telecommunications, professional licensure, public procurement and business regulation.
Before joining the Firm, Jorge served as Chief Advisor to the Chairman of the Florida Public Service Commission, the state agency which regulates Florida's utilities. In that capacity, Jorge gave counsel to the Chairman on legal and policy matters related to telecommunications, energy, water, and wastewater issues coming before the Commission, assisted the Chairman in setting and implementing overall agency policy and direction, served as central contact to industry representatives, and was the Chairman's liaison to the Florida Legislature as well as state and local government agencies. Apart from his legal and governmental experience, Jorge brings to Floridian Partners over a decade of business experience in the insurance industry in the area of marketing, sales and management.
Jorge is an honors graduate from The Florida State University College of Law (J.D., cum laude, 2000) and received his undergraduate degree in Finance from the University of Miami (BBA, 1996). Jorge was honored as a top South Florida lobbyist and the recipient of the Cuban American Bar Association Pro Bono Project award. The Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers presented him with the 2014 Presidents Award.
(850) 681-0024
108 S Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL, 32301,
2) American International Group, Inc
3) Associated Industries of Florida
4) Center for Worker Progress Action, Inc.
7) Deere & Company c/o MultiState Associates LLC
9) Florida Family Insurance Company
10) Florida Gulf Coast University
11) Florida Health Care Association
13) Florida Internet & Television
19) Lee Memorial Health System
22) National Assn of Credit Mgt-Improved Construction Practices Committee
23) Russ Klenet & Associates on behalf of the city of Oakland Park
26) South Central Florida Express, Inc
27) Southern Gardens Citrus Groves Corporation
28) Southern Gardens Citrus Holding Corporation
29) Southern Gardens Citrus Nursery Corporation
32) Suncoast Beverage Sales, LLP
(850) 681-0024
108 S Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL, 32301-1584,
2) Associated Industries of Florida, Inc.
3) Cuban American Bar Association
4) Deere & Company c/o MultiState Associates LLC
7) Florida Internet & Television
9) Holistic Alternative Recovery Trust
10) HP Inc.
(512)6493649
1115 San Jacinto, Ste 105, Austin, TX, 78701,
(850) 681-0024
108 S Monroe St, Building 3, Mail Stop # 2, Tallahassee, FL, 32301,
