563-380-4697
7745 Office Plaza Dr N Suite 170, West Des Moines, IA, 50266,
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Links:Website
Jake provides strategic guidance for clients across all aspects of government affairs, with a focus on legislative strategy, stakeholder engagement, and public policy development. He works closely with clients to navigate the policymaking process and advance their priorities at the state level.
1) Association for Consumer Debt Relief c/o MultiState Associates LLC
6) DIRECTV, LLC
9) Google LLC and its Affiliates
10) ImpactLife
14) Iowa Retired School Personnel Association
15) Iowa Solar Energy Trade Association
16) Iowa State Troopers Association
19) National Alliance on Mental Illness - Iowa
21) NextEra Energy
22) Plumbers and Steam Fitters Local 33
23) Polk County Medical Society
0-5 years
Jake bring more than ten years of experience working directly in the Iowa legislature. He most recently served as Chief of Staff to the last three House minority leaders. In this role, he was responsible for managing legislative agendas, coordinating caucus operations, and serving as a trusted advisor on political and policy strategy.
Before his tenure in legislative leadership, Jake served as Executive Officer to the State Treasurer, and worked on political campaigns throughout the state of Iowa. Throughout his career, he has built a reputation for thoughtful leadership, strong working relationships across the aisle, and a deep understanding of Iowa's political landscape.
Jake is a graduate of the University of Northern Iowa and earned his Master of Public Administration degree from Drake University.
515-321-7534
7745 Office Plaza Drive, North, Suite 170, West Des Moines, IA, 50266,
Subjects: All Subjects
Links:Website
Worked on legislative staff for House Republicans after graduating from Drake University Law School. Led government affairs for the Iowa Credit Union League before helping found PolicyWorks, as a bi-partisan government and public affairs firm.
2) Association for Consumer Debt Relief c/o MultiState Associates LLC
3) Distilled Spirits Council of the United States
4) Farm Credit Service of America
5) Google LLC and its Affiliates
7) ImpactLife
8) Iowa Association of Public Insurance Adjusters
10) Iowa Professional Fire Fighters
11) Iowa Prosthetics, Orthotics, Pedorthotics Association
20+ years
Served eight years as an officer in the United States Army Reserves, Judge Advocate General's Corps, earning the rank of Captain.
Justin currently serves on the board of the Iowa Taxpayers Association. Formerly served on Board of Adjustment for City of Johnston.
As CEO of PolicyWorks, Justin Hupfer is responsible for the firm's overall business operations and achievement of client objectives, while also serving as a full-time lobbyist during the legislative session. He previously served as Vice President of Government Affairs for the Iowa Credit Union League (ICUL), overseeing its federal and state government affairs activities and political action fundraising. Prior to that, he worked on the Republican caucus staff in the Iowa House, staffing the House Commerce and Economic Development Committees. Justin received his law degree with honors from Drake University Law School and graduated from Grinnell College in Iowa. He also served eight years as an officer in the United States Army Reserves, Judge Advocate General's Corps, earning the rank of Captain. Justin currently serves on the board of the Iowa Taxpayers Association.
