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  • (573) 353-8279

  • 235 E High StreetSuite 301Jefferson CityMO65101

Clarkston Nelson Government Solutions is a full-service governmental relations and advocacy firm located in Jefferson City, Missouri. Although recently founded, our team shares a longstanding, respected reputation in the Missouri State Capitol. Our uniquely qualified professionals have decades of combined experience working in the Missouri state legislature, Executive Branch and state agencies.

The world of politics has changed over the years making it essential for businesses to have an effective and efficient working relationship with policy makers. Our team holds extensive policy knowledge, strong communication and relationship-building skills and precise legislative strategies resulting in successful governmental advocacy for our clients.

At Clarkston Nelson, we believe our teamwork approach based on years of experience, hard work and dedication to our client's interests provide a strong route to client advocacy and effective results bridging the gap between business and government.

FIRM SPECIALTY
DIRECT LOBBYING
In a world of constant change due to term-limits, ever changing political winds and executive branch turnover, we at Clarkston Nelson adapt and thrive due to our extensive experience and hard work. We work extremely hard to successfully help our clients reach their advocacy goals through our professionalism and unique understanding of the legislative and executive process. We provide direct lobbying efforts to shape legislation and regulations from the beginning to implementation. Our firm is capable of providing all services necessary such as legislation and issue monitoring, public engagement counseling, public testimony, and coalition building.

STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS
We believe that public opinion shapes much of the debate and decisions at the government level. Clarkston Nelson have a long history of working with clients in the preparation and development of messaging to assist in their advocacy efforts before the legislature, regulators or any other decision-making body. Our strategic communications will be aimed at reaching our client's underlying goal and often can be conveyed to the media and public to potentially sway opinion to our favor. Often times, strategic communications are aided with coalition building efforts to expand our sphere of influence and find additional partners that share with our goals and preferred outcomes.

RELATIONSHIP BUILDING
Our firm recognizes the vast importance of relationship building throughout the political, regulatory, and industry sectors. We believe healthy relationships are built on honest communication and respect. We work diligently with legislators and department contacts to know our clients and understand why their issues matter. Clarkston Nelson strive to maintain professional and positive relations with state elected officials and decision-makers and can utilize our relationships to assist clients with ensuring their issues are properly understood and considered when needed.

DOUG NELSON spent five years as Missouri's State Commissioner of Administration working with all branches of government and every executive branch department on contracting and procurement matters. As Commissioner, he oversaw more than 2,000 active procurement contracts, information technology and cybersecurity issues, bond issuances and budget matters. Along with Doug's unmatched experience in all types of government contract issues, his extensive network of national and state contacts makes him a great resource to clients. Doug also spent more than 18 years as an Assistant Missouri Attorney General focusing on consumer and contract litigation and administrative/regulatory matters. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree in 1987 from the University of Missouri, Columbia, and Law degree in 1990 from the University of Missouri, Kansas City.

Clarkston Nelson Government Solutions is a full-service governmental relations and advocacy firm located in Jefferson City, Missouri. Although recently founded, our team shares a longstanding, respected reputation in the Missouri State Capitol. Our uniquely qualified professionals have decades of combined experience working in the Missouri state legislature, Executive Branch and state agencies.

The world of politics has changed over the years making it essential for businesses to have an effective and efficient working relationship with policy makers. Our team holds extensive policy knowledge, strong communication and relationship-building skills and precise legislative strategies resulting in successful governmental advocacy for our clients.

At Clarkston Nelson, we believe our teamwork approach based on years of experience, hard work and dedication to our client's interests provide a strong route to client advocacy and effective results bridging the gap between business and government.

FIRM SPECIALTY
DIRECT LOBBYING
In a world of constant change due to term-limits, ever changing political winds and executive branch turnover, we at Clarkston Nelson adapt and thrive due to our extensive experience and hard work. We work extremely hard to successfully help our clients reach their advocacy goals through our professionalism and unique understanding of the legislative and executive process. We provide direct lobbying efforts to shape legislation and regulations from the beginning to implementation. Our firm is capable of providing all services necessary such as legislation and issue monitoring, public engagement counseling, public testimony, and coalition building.

STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS
We believe that public opinion shapes much of the debate and decisions at the government level. Clarkston Nelson have a long history of working with clients in the preparation and development of messaging to assist in their advocacy efforts before the legislature, regulators or any other decision-making body. Our strategic communications will be aimed at reaching our client's underlying goal and often can be conveyed to the media and public to potentially sway opinion to our favor. Often times, strategic communications are aided with coalition building efforts to expand our sphere of influence and find additional partners that share with our goals and preferred outcomes.

RELATIONSHIP BUILDING
Our firm recognizes the vast importance of relationship building throughout the political, regulatory, and industry sectors. We believe healthy relationships are built on honest communication and respect. We work diligently with legislators and department contacts to know our clients and understand why their issues matter. Clarkston Nelson strive to maintain professional and positive relations with state elected officials and decision-makers and can utilize our relationships to assist clients with ensuring their issues are properly understood and considered when needed.

HEATH CLARKSTON has more than two decades working for a variety of clients as a registered lobbyist in Missouri with state government relations and public relations experience. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Public Administration and Political Science in 1997 from Missouri State University in Springfield. He began his career as a legislative intern for the Taxpayers Research Institute, a division of Associated Industries of Missouri. After joining Gallagher Consultants Inc. in 2006, Heath quickly earned a reputation as a tenacious, hard-working voice in the Missouri State Capitol for his clients. An active member in many civic and professional organizations, Heath is the benchmark of hard work in the State Capitol.

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Oxley and Associates is a government affairs firm headquartered in Portland, Oregon. Our experienced team of professionals represents a broad range of issues and clients in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Alaska.

For over 29 years, we've used professional expertise and strong relationships to tactfully represent the interests of regional and national organizations, from local non-profits to Fortune 500 companies.

20+ years

Gary Oxley established Oxley & Associates, Inc. in 1992, after serving as the Development & Government Affairs Manager for The Southland Corporation, a multi-level corporation that included the 7-Eleven Store chain and its subsidiaries. He has grown the firm into a multi-state, independent, full-service political and public affairs firm that represents a distinguished list of clients, including some of Oregon's largest employers. The broad range of issues that impact the firm's large portfolio of clients reflects the depth of public policy knowledge and related strategic skills that he brings into every advocacy situation he is asked to engage in at any point in time.

Gary has been actively involved in local politics and has been appointed to serve on a variety of state and local policy committees. He is a co-founder of the Retail Task Force (a coalition of real estate developers, realtors, national commercial tenants, and land use consultants). Gary previously served as a member of the Portland City Club's Land Use and Economic Development Committee, the State Health Department's Food Service Advisory Board, the Liquor Control Commission's Package Store Advisory Committee, and the Board of the Oregon Trail Chapter of the American Red Cross. Gary is a member and past director of the Capitol Club.

Oxley and Associates is a government affairs firm headquartered in Portland, Oregon. Our experienced team of professionals represents a broad range of issues and clients in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Alaska.

For over 29 years, we've used professional expertise and strong relationships to tactfully represent the interests of regional and national organizations, from local non-profits to Fortune 500 companies.

0-5 years

Jordan Bice joined Oxley & Associates in 2018. He works on a myriad of issues, including energy, transportation, and tax policy. He helps clients navigate Oregon's transition to a lower carbon emissions future and a cleaner transportation system by keeping his finger on the pulse with legislators and key state agencies, such as ODOE, DEQ, and ODOT. Whether it is helping transit programs run smoothly, businesses get goods to market, or troubleshooting carbon reduction programs, Jordan uses his policy and regulatory background, communication skills, and relationship building to help clients serve their customers better.

Before joining the Oxley team, Jordan worked in government affairs for the electric utility, Pacific Power, specializing in Oregon legislative issues and transportation electrification policy and programs. Prior to returning to Oregon, he worked in Washington, D.C. as a Legislative Aide for U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley on energy, environment, and agriculture issues. Jordan has campaign experience from his time working on a successful U.S. Senate race.

Jordan grew up in Lake Oswego and graduated from the University of Washington with a political science degree and a minor in music. Aside from work, he sits on the Board of Directors for the youth mentorship non-profit, Friends of Baseball, and lives in Southeast Portland with his wife, Samantha, son, Elliott, and Chihuahua, Griffey.

Oxley and Associates is a government affairs firm headquartered in Portland, Oregon. Our experienced team of professionals represents a broad range of issues and clients in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Alaska.

For over 29 years, we've used professional expertise and strong relationships to tactfully represent the interests of regional and national organizations, from local non-profits to Fortune 500 companies.

11-15 years

As President of Oxley and Associates, Evyan Andries manages the firm's operations and development of political strategy for its diverse client base. She brings over a decade of experience in helping clients navigate complex regulatory, legislative, and political issues with agencies, municipalities, and state and local governments. In her time at Oxley, she has built trusted relationships with legislators, local government officials and leadership at agencies across the state.

Evyan is an adept political strategist and negotiator. She has helped shape the political and regulatory environment on issues in health care, transportation, energy, criminal justice, agriculture, and labor and employment among others. When Oregon's decision makers debate controversial policies impacting corporations, businesses, associations, or nonprofits, Evyan ensures her clients have a seat at the table. She's supported several of Oregon's largest retailers in navigating an evolving regulatory and political environment, allowing them to build a a strong reputation within the community while maintaining their operational integrity. Her rapport, expertise, and work ethic have helped clients start important conversations in the state from modernization of the public defense system to bringing baseball to Portland through the Portland Diamond Project.

Evyan has built a strong reputation in crisis management, supporting clients through a challenging, ever-changing regulatory environment in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and wildfires. With boots on the ground, she was able advise clients on required adjustments to their operations to ensure compliance and safety in the community.

Evyan received her Bachelors degree in International Management from Pepperdine University and a Certificate in Dispute Resolution from the Strauss Institute at the Pepperdine School of Law. She currently serves on the Executive Committee of LEAP, Leaders and Executives Across Professions, an organization of women executives focusing on career advancement, mentoring and referrals. In her spare time, Evyan enjoys being with her husband Colin and son Jack, exploring Oregon's beautiful scenery, hosting casual dinner parties, attending shows and traveling internationally. She has an adventurous spirit and has lived in Italy and London, where she became proficient in Italian and French.

RONALD BOOK

(Florida)
  • (305) 935-1866

  • 4000 Hollywood Blvd.Suite 677-SHollywoodFL33021

Clients:

1) 7-11, Inc.

2) AN RB Titles, LLC

3) Ashbritt

4) AT&T

5) Atlantic Pacific Communities

6) AutoNation, Inc

7) Bal Harbour Village

8) Bayshore Grove Capital

9) Best Buddies International

10) Biscayne Bay Pilots

11) Brevard County

12) Bright Health Group

13) Broward County

14) Carfax, Inc.

15) Carmichan Holdings

16) Casa Familia, Inc.

17) CertainTeed, LLC

18) Charlotte County Airport Authority

19) City of Arcadia

20) City of Aventura

21) City of Cooper City

22) City of Coral Gables

23) City of Dania Beach

24) City of Fort Lauderdale

25) City of Lauderdale Lakes

26) City of Marathon

27) City of Marco Island

28) City of Margate

29) City of Miami

30) City of Miramar

31) City of North Bay Village

32) City of North Miami

33) City of North Miami Beach

34) City of Pinellas Park

35) City of Riviera Beach

36) City of Sunny Isles Beach

37) City of Sunrise

38) City of Tamarac

39) Cross City Lumber

40) Driver's Rights Inc

41) Empower Pharmacy

42) Equifax

43) First Service Residential Florida, Inc

44) Florida Apartment Association

45) Florida Association of Motorist Service Providers, Inc

46) Florida Association of Public Insurance Adjusters

47) Florida Distributing Company

48) Florida High School Athletic Association

49) Florida Horsemen's Benevolent & Protective Association, Inc

50) Florida Network of Children Advocacy Centers

51) Florida Panthers

52) Florida Pharmacy Association

53) Florida Power & Light Company

54) Florida Regional Councils Association

55) Florida Smoke Free Association

56) Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency

57) Gannett Media Group

58) Gate301 Miami, Inc.

59) Gold Coast Beverage Distributors, Inc

60) Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida, Inc.

61) Grant Street Group

62) Hard Rock Stadium

63) Hillsborough Clerk of the Court and Comptroller

64) JARC Florida

65) Jewish Community Services of South Florida

66) Keiser University

67) Lauren's Kids

68) Learning Ally

69) MACtown

70) Martin Property Holdings Co. 1, LLC

71) MB437, LLC

72) Miami Beach Community Health Center

73) Miami Jewish Health Systems

74) Miami Project/Buoniconti Fund to Cure Paralysis

75) Miami-Dade County

76) Miami-Dade County Public Schools

77) Museum of Discovery & Science

78) Neptune Wholesale, Inc

79) New Horizons Community Mental Health Center, Inc

80) North Broward Hospital District (d/b/a Broward Health)

81) Older Adults Technology Services (OATS)

82) OpenGov

83) Pacesetter Personnel Services

84) Pelican Harbor Seabird Station

85) Penn Credit

86) Performance Title Services, Inc

87) Professional Opticians of Florida

88) Public Health Trust-Jackson Memorial Hospital

89) Rainmaker Technology Corporation

90) Related Ross

91) Reyes Holdings, L.L.C.

92) Safe Children Coalition

93) SEED Foundation, Inc., The

94) Seminole County Board of County Commissioners

95) Solemia

96) South Broward Hospital District

97) South West Florida Enterprises

98) The GEO Group, Inc.

99) Thriving Mind South Florida

100) Title Clerk Consulting Company, LLC

101) Town of Davie

102) Town of Fort Myers Beach

103) Town of Loxahatchee Groves

104) Underdog Sports

105) University of Miami

106) Village of Estero

107) Village of Palm Springs

108) Village of Royal Palm Beach

109) Vitas Healthcare Corporation

110) White Rock Quarries

111) Whitman Family Development

112) Willdan Engineering

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FAISAL HASAN

(Federal)
Clients:

MICHAEL HENDERSON

(Missouri)
  • (573) 520-7240

  • 235 E High StreetSuite 301Jefferson CityMO65101

Clients:

KELLY MALLETTE

(Florida)
  • (305) 935-1866

  • 4000 Hollywood Blvd.Ste 677-SHollywoodFL33021

Clients:

52) Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida, Inc.

53) Grant Street Group

54) Hard Rock Stadium

55) Hillsborough Clerk of the Court and Comptroller

56) JARC Florida

57) Jewish Community Services of South Florida

58) K.A.S & Associates, Inc.

59) Keiser University

60) Lauren's Kids

61) Learning Ally

62) MACtown

63) MB437, LLC

64) Miami Beach Community Health Center

65) Miami Jewish Health Systems

66) Miami Project/Buoniconti Fund to Cure Paralysis

67) Miami-Dade County

68) Miami-Dade County Public Schools

69) Neptune Wholesale, Inc

70) New Horizons Community Mental Health Center, Inc

71) North Broward Hospital District (d/b/a Broward Health)

72) Older Adults Technology Services (OATS)

73) OpenGov

74) Pacesetter Personnel Services

75) Pelican Harbor Seabird Station

76) Penn Credit

77) Professional Opticians of Florida

78) Public Health Trust-Jackson Memorial Hospital

79) Rainmaker Technology Corporation

80) Related Ross

81) Reyes Holdings, L.L.C.

82) Safe Children Coalition

83) SEED Foundation, Inc., The

84) Seminole County Board of County Commissioners

85) Solemia

86) South Broward Hospital District

87) South West Florida Enterprises

88) The GEO Group, Inc.

89) Thriving Mind South Florida

90) Town of Davie

91) Town of Fort Myers Beach

92) Town of Loxahatchee Groves

93) Underdog Sports

94) University of Miami

95) Village of Estero

96) Village of Palm Springs

97) Village of Royal Palm Beach

98) Vitas Healthcare Corporation

99) White Rock Quarries

100) Whitman Family Development

101) Willdan Engineering

PETE VUJOVICH

(Minnesota)
Clients: