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LISA HARRIS JONES

LISA HARRIS JONES

(Maryland)

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Links:Website

In 2000, Harris Jones founded Harris Jones & Malone, LLC. To date, she remains the first and only Black woman in the State of Maryland to own and manage a law practice with a focus in lobbying, government relations, procurement, labor negotiations, criminal defense, and administrative trial board representation at both the state and local levels. Harris Jones & Malone proudly serves municipalities and related quasi-public agencies, non-profits, and small and large business enterprises, both publicly and privately held. Currently, Harris Jones & Malone represents clients on issues concerning, but not limited to construction, energy, water, retail sales, education, transportation, public safety, healthcare, gaming, real estate, telecommunications, procurement, corporate law, state funding for public and private development projects, taxation, labor, insurance, public interest, election, and environmental law.

Due to her hard work and tireless advocacy, Harris Jones is widely regarded as a lobbyist with the ability to effect real change in the legislative process, regardless of the size of her client or the perceived power of her opponent. As a result of her successful track record, her clients have enabled her to become the first Black attorney/lobbyist to be consistently ranked in the top five earning lobbyists in Maryland following the conclusion of each legislative session since 2009.

Harris Jones has worked on high profile matters such as the repeal of Maryland's Death Penalty, the enactment of the Civil Marriage Protection Act, and in 2019, the Community Safety and Strengthening Act, which authorizes Johns Hopkins University to establish a university police department.

Among her many legislative accomplishments, Harris Jones lobbied successfully for the passage of a priority lien bill on behalf of the Community Associations Institute Maryland Legislative Action Committee (CAI), an organization representing common ownership communities. For many years, CAI had battled with financial institutions over this critical legislation. In only her second legislative session representing CAI, Harris Jones was able to facilitate an agreement and secure the votes needed to pass the bill. This law allows condominium associations to recover up to four months of association fees at the time of a foreclosure sale. Hard hit by the downturn in the housing market, association fees are vital to the financial stability of all common ownership communities.

Harris Jones is a Member of the Board of Trustees/Directors of three publicly traded companies: Industrial Logistics Properties Trust, Diversified Healthcare Trust, and TravelCenters of America, LLC. She also serves on the Board of Trustees/Directors of Everyman Theatre and Baltimore Museum of Art. In 2021, Harris Jones was listed as one of The Daily Record's Power 100. She was also recognized by Savoy Magazine as one of the Most Influential Black Corporate Directors, an international honor. In 2019 Harris Jones received the Current Leader Award from the Alliance of Black Women Attorneys of Maryland, Inc. In 2016, Harris Jones received the Friend of Dyslexia Award for Outstanding Dyslexia Advocacy and also received the Maryland Government Relations Association's Community Service Award. Since 2000, Harris Jones has earned the following honors: YWCA Greater Baltimore's Special Leader Award, The Daily Record's Leadership in Law Award, The Baltimore Sun's 50 Women to Watch in 2013, The Daily Records Maryland's Top 100 Women in 2005 and 2009, The Baltimore Business Journal's 40 under 40, The Baltimore Times' Top 25 Young Leaders to Watch, and the Maryland Coalition for Responsive Government's 21st Century Woman distinction.

20+ years

KIM WILLSON

I've been passionate about politics and public policy for as long as I can remember, with experience across government, campaigns, nonprofit work, and the private sector. I started my career with the Delaware Volunteer Firemen's Association, then went on to serve as Scheduler and Executive Assistant to U.S. Senator Tom Carper, where I gained firsthand experience in federal operations and stakeholder engagement. Since then, I've worked on statewide campaigns, led education reform efforts, and most recently directed government relations for Valero Energy in Delaware, where I represented the company at all levels of government and helped navigate complex policy challenges. Today, I leverage that experience to build strong relationships and drive effective advocacy strategies that deliver results.

15-20 years

In 2022, Kim and the RWW team were named some of the most influential Delawareans in politics by the Delaware News Journal.

Named to the 40 under 40 in 2016

Women in Business Honoree in 2021

Worked with Sen. Tom Carper as a key staffer on his Senate campaign in 2026.

Gubernatorial appointment to the Delaware Community Foundation board.

Worked on various campaigns in a fundraising position.

Kim Willson has been interested in politics for as long as she can remember and comes to Ruggerio Willson & Associates with extensive experience. Her diverse background, which covers statewide and Senatorial campaigns, local community organizations and work in the non-profit sector as well as Fortune 500 companies positions her as an immediate contributor to the success of RWW.

Kim's first foray into local politics started in college when she began working for the Delaware Volunteer Firemen's Association's (DVFA) administration. Her role with the DVFA provided Kim with first-hand knowledge of how local organizations and governments work together. It also gave her hands-on experience in cultivating those relationships, which is a skill vital to success in all aspects of government relations. Kim's next step was into national politics, serving as State Scheduler and Executive Assistant for United States Senator Tom Carper (D-DE). During this time, Kim was in daily communication with the Senator and served as the first point of contact for anyone trying to schedule meetings or events with him. She worked with both the Delaware and Washington, D.C. staff, and played an integral role in Senator Carper's successful 2006 Senate Re-Election Campaign.

Kim then entered the non-profit sector as the Program Manager for Vision 2015, an education reform program focused on transforming public education in Delaware to a world-class status. During her tenure with Vision 2015, Kim's daily interactions were with various school officials, the Department of Education, the University of Delaware Provosts, as well as state, local, and federal elected officials to further the mission, gain support, and work towards securing funding to continue the growth of the program.

Following her time with Vision 2015, Kim returned to the political campaign arena, serving as Regional Field Director in Kent County (DE) for the 2008 Delaware Democratic Party Coordinated Campaign. While there, Kim worked intimately with local, state, and federal elected officials and party leaders to ensure a Democratic win from the presidential race to the local offices, along with helping to secure a democratic majority in the Delaware House of Representatives.

Most recently, Kim led Government Relations for Valero Energy Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, in Delaware. During her tenure with Valero, Kim served as the face of Valero in Delaware, representing the company in the community but also working with members of Delaware's government on all levels, including the congressional delegation, State House of Representatives, State Senate, various state agencies, and the office of the governor. Kim worked to educate all parties about the refinery. She also helped to pull together union and state business leaders in order to stop a piece of legislation that would have cost Valero several million dollars.

Kim is married with two daughters. She is very involved with the local organization, Gals that Give. Aside from the beach, her favorite hang-outs are the local Crossfit box and yummy locally-owned restaurants.

KEVIN AINSWORTH

Kevin Ainsworth is the co-leader of the Jones Walker's Government Relations Practice Group. As one of the largest law firms in the United States, Jones Walker serves local, regional, national, and international business interests in a wide range of markets and industries. Our approximately 355 attorneys are located in Alabama, Arizona, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, New York, and Texas.

Ainsworth's practice focuses on Government Relations & Legislative Advocacy. He assists companies and employers across Louisiana and the U.S. by developing and communicating legislative priorities and regulatory policies that promote increased economic employment and business growth. His areas of focus include agriculture, energy, insurance, e-commerce/internet, financial institutions, manufacturing, and other industries.

RYAN HAYNIE

  • 225-336-4143

  • P.O. BOX 44032BATON ROUGELOUISIANA70804

Subjects: All Subjects

Links:Website

Since 1980, Haynie & Associates has raised the standard for Louisiana lobbying and government relations firms. With a tireless work ethic, impeccable professionalism, focus on detail, and an in-depth understanding of the legislative process, we have earned the respect of state lawmakers, corporations, and clients throughout the United States -- and consistently produced milestone successes for high-profile clients across many industries and professions. If you demand proven skills, established credibility, and unfailing integrity, our reputation speaks clearly.

1) ADT LLC dba ADT Security Services

2) Alexander Milne Home for Women

3) Altria Client Services LLC and its Affiliates

4) American Red Cross

5) American Security Coalition

6) American Wagering, Inc.

7) ASM Global

8) Assurant Group

9) BCFS/FirstDay Foundation

10) Beauty Basics, Inc./Aveda

11) Bernhard MCC

12) Blanchard & Company, Inc.

13) Bollinger Enterprises LLC

14) Bradish Johnson Co, Ltd.

15) CAESARS ENTERPRISE SERVICES, LLC

16) Cambrium Learning Group

17) Capital City Press

18) Car and Truck Rental Leasing Association

19) Centegix

20) Chitimacha Tribe of Louisiana

21) City of Broussard

22) City of Westwego

23) CNA

24) Concordia Electric Cooperative, Inc.

25) Crescent City River Pilots Association

26) DailyPay

27) DartPoints

28) Davidson Meaux Sonnier & McElligott LLP

29) DIRECTV

30) EAN Holdings, LLC and its Affiliates DBA Enterprise Mobility

31) EchoStar Corporation and its affiliates

32) eHawk Solutions

33) Enova Online Services, Inc.

34) Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund

35) Foris DAX, Inc.

36) General Motors LLC

37) Gilchrist Construction Company LLC

38) Greater Baton Rouge Port Commission

39) Gulf States Insurance Company

40) Haynie and Associates

41) HMH

42) IBERIA PARISH GOVERNMENT

43) Innovative Network of Knowledge (INK)

44) Instructure

45) Jackson Vaughn Public Stategies, LLC

46) JailGeek, Inc.

47) Johnson Controls, Inc.

48) JPMorgan Chase Holdings LLC

49) Kirkendoll Management

50) La Association of Convention and Visitors Bureaus

51) Lafayette City/Parish Consolidated Government

52) Lafayette Parish School Board

53) Lafayette Utilities System (LUS)

54) LHC Group

55) Lotto.com

56) Louisiana Appleseed

57) Louisiana Assoc of Club Executives

58) Louisiana Association of Waterways and Shipyards

59) Louisiana Bariatric Surgery Association

60) Louisiana Boys and Girls Club Alliance

61) Louisiana Coin Dealers Association

62) Louisiana Engineering Society

63) Louisiana Insurers Conference

64) Louisiana Medical Mutual Insurance Company

65) Louisiana Municipal Association

66) Louisiana Oilfield Contractors Association

67) Louisiana Oilfield Contractors Association - SIF

68) Louisiana Society of Anesthesiologists

69) Louisiana Travel Association

70) MCNA Health Care Holdings, LLC

71) Metric Engineering

72) Molson Coors Beverage Company USA LLC

73) Money Service Business Association

74) National Elevator Industry, Inc.

75) New Orleans Pelicans

76) New Orleans Saints Limited Partnership

77) Pinnacle Precision

78) Plasma Games

79) Plenary America US Holdings, Inc.

80) Plumbers & Steamfitters', Local Union No. 60

81) Polimorphic Inc.

82) Pulsara

83) Red River Healthcare

84) RKH Consulting, LLC

85) Safepoint Holdings, Inc.

86) Service Corporation International

87) Shelton Energy Solutions

88) SLEMCO

89) Southern Glazer',s Wine and Spirits

90) The 51 Group

91) The Cartesian Company

92) The City of Opelousas

93) The Gray Insurance Company

94) The Justice Collaborative, LLC

95) Thibodaux Regional Health System, Inc.

96) Tides Medical

97) Trinity Health PACE

98) University of Louisiana at Lafayette Foundation

99) Valen Surveillance and Security

100) Via Transportation Inc.

101) Vitu

102) WanRACK

103) Williams Communications, Inc.

104) Workday

6-10 years

Awarded "Forty under 40" from the Baton Rouge business Report in 2014

Association of Louisiana Lobbyists - President 2015-2016, Board Member 2013 - present

National Association of State Lobbyists - Secretary 2017-2018, Board Member 2015 -present

Active in young professional organizations in Baton Rouge and Louisiana (on service committee of Forum 35)

State Commissioner, Volunteer Louisiana Commission 2014 - present

Philanthropic and social involvements with wide range of organizations

Ryan K. Haynie is a partner with the Baton Rouge-based Haynie and Associates, a government relations and lobbying firm founded 39 years ago by his father and namesake. High-profile clients have become a hallmark of the firm and its reputation in state and national circles is secure, due in no small part to an established record of credibility and unfailing integrity. Ryan marks the next generation of leadership at Haynie and Associates. He was raised from inside the family business while simultaneously developing relationships with key Capitol staffers, lawmakers and the right mix of business leaders, influencers and decision-makers. In a short period of time, Ryan has proven himself to be an invaluable asset to the success of Haynie and Associates and its clients - and is regarded as one of the most effective lobbyists in the Louisiana Capitol.

Ryan has also started to leave his own impression within the firm's storied offices at Longview, the historic former home of Mrs. Earl K. Long. From Ted Dunham Drive along the Capitol Lake, he has facilitated and planned charitable events and political fundraisers, continuing and furthering Longview's famous open door policy. Ryan is likewise bringing the firm's communications arm into a new era. As president and co-owner of Louisiana Governmental Studies, Ryan publishes and markets the Grass Roots Guide to the Louisiana Legislature , which was created more than two decades ago and remains the foremost trusted name in Louisiana Legislative resources. In 2010 Ryan developed and launched an iPhone application and currently operated a mobile website (www.mobilelgs.com) that allows users to access a digital database of the most current legislative and executive branch resources. Future products promise to be just as exciting as Ryan continues to develop a full service client management system ripe with tools for client communication, lobbying, data analytics and advocacy.

Finding ways to leverage technology has become a niche role for Ryan at Haynie and Associates. He has transformed client and lawmaker communications with up-to-date and real-time policy research and media services. Ryan is also bridging generational gaps nationally. In 2009, he formed Young Professional State Lobbyists, an organization of hand-selected lobbyists age 40 or younger from every U.S. state. In 2010 Ryan was selected to serve as president of YPSL as well as Host Committee & Website Committee chairman. The mission of YPSL is to change the public perception of its trade and prompt discussions between up-and-coming lobbying professionals from across the United States. Building off of this alliance, Ryan is already an active board member of the Association of Louisiana Lobbyists, and a member in good standings with the American League of Lobbyists, and the National Association of State Lobbyists.

Ryan's other political experience includes internships in the offices of Congressmen Charles Boustany and Rodney Alexander. Ryan is an active member of The Mystick Krewe of Louisianians (Washington Mardi Gras), Krewe of RIO, Krewe of Bonaparte, the Krewe of Endymion and the Krewe of Bacchus. Ryan is a member of the Young Professional Organizations Forum 35 in Baton Rouge and 705 in Lafayette as well as a member and lobbyist for Blueprint Louisiana comprised of many of Louisiana's most prominent business leaders. Outside of politics and carnival time, Ryan is an avid hunter and sportsman and is one of only a handful of members of the historic Winn Hawkins Oak Grove Hunting Club in southern Cameron Parish. Furthermore, Ryan participates in the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry, the Baton Rouge Chamber, the Lafayette Chamber and also serves as Vice President of Capitol View Development, operates Louisiana Trading Company LLC, and co-chairs the Haynie Family Foundation.

Born April 4, 1985, in Lafayette, Ryan attended St. Thomas More High School and went to work for Haynie and Associates upon graduating in 2003. Four years later, Ryan graduated from LSU's College of Arts and Sciences with a Bachelor Degree in Political Science. While an undergraduate, he presided over the Alpha Gamma Chapter of Kappa Alpha Fraternity and served on the Inner Fraternity Council. Ryan married Alana Robert in August of 2012 and they reside in Baton Rouge with their 4 year-old daughter.

RANDY HAYNIE

  • 225-336-4143

  • P.O. BOX 44032BATON ROUGELOUISIANA70804

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Links:Website

Since 1980, Haynie & Associates has raised the standard for Louisiana lobbying and government relations firms. With a tireless work ethic, impeccable professionalism, focus on detail, and an in-depth understanding of the legislative process, we have earned the respect of state lawmakers, corporations, and clients throughout the United States-- and consistently produced milestone successes for high-profile clients across many industries and professions. If you demand proven skills, established credibility, and unfailing integrity, our reputation speaks clearly.

47) La Association of Convention and Visitors Bureaus

48) Lafayette City/Parish Consolidated Government

49) Lafayette Parish School Board

50) Lafayette Utilities System (LUS)

51) LHC Group

52) Louisiana Alliance of Boys and Girls Clubs

53) Louisiana Association of Waterways and Shipyards

54) Louisiana Bariatric Surgery Association

55) Louisiana Coin Dealers Association

56) Louisiana Engineering Society

57) Louisiana Medical Mutual Insurance Company

58) Louisiana Municipal Associaiton

59) Louisiana Oilfield Contractors Association

60) Louisiana Oilfield Contractors Association - SIF

61) Louisiana Society of Anesthesiologists

62) Louisiana Travel Association

63) MCNA Health Care Holdings, LLC

64) Metric Engineering

65) Molson Coors Beverage Company USA LLC

66) National Elevator Industry, Inc. /

67) National Football League

68) New Orleans Pelicans

69) New Orleans Saints Limited Partnership

70) Pinnacle Precision

71) Plasma Games

72) Plenary Americas US Holdings, inc.

73) Plumbers & Steamfitters', Local Union No.60

74) Polimorphic Inc.

75) Pulsara

76) Red River Healthcare

77) RKH Consulting LLC

78) Safepoint Holdings, Inc

79) Service Corporation International

80) Shelton Energy Solutions

81) SLEMCO

82) The City of Oplousas

83) The Gray Insurance Company

84) The Louisiana Insurers', Conference (LIC)

85) Thibodaux Regional Health System, Inc.

86) Tides Medical

87) Trinity Health PACE

88) University of Louisiana at Lafayette Foundation

89) Via Transportation Inc. /

90) Vitu

91) Williams Communications, Inc.

92) Workday

20+ years

Louisiana Political Museum Hall of Fame Inductee (2016)

Lafayette General Hospital Foundation Board of Directors (present)

Moncus - Lafayette Central Park - Board of Directors (present)

232 Help- Board of Directors, Executive Committee (present)

Hillard University Art Museum - Hillard Society - Chairman (present)

Community Foundation of Acadiana - CFA - Board of Directors (present)

Opus Christi Magum - Catholic Charities - Co-Chair (present)

One Acadiana - Chamber of Commerce - Board of Directors (present)

Swamp Base - Boy Scouts - Capital Campaign - Co-Chair (present)

Evangeline Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, Advisory Board (present)

ICON Awards/ABC Fund - Advisory Board (present)

Order of Malta (Catholic Society) (present)

Louisiana Governor's Mansion Preservation Foundation (present)

Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities- Board of Directors (present)

National Association of State Lobbyists (NASL) Past President, President Emeritus (present)

ICON/Arts/Buisness/Culture: Patron Award (2019)

Lafayette Civic Cup 86th Recipient (2018)

National Outstanding Eagle Scout Award - NESA (2017)

Louisiana Association of Museums Outstanding Foundation Support Award (2017)

Louisiana Political Museum Hall of Fame Inductee (2016)

University of Louisiana at Lafayette Spring Gala "Alumni Honoree" (2014)

Lafayette Public Library - Major Donor Award (2009)

Bishops Charity Ball - King Louis XIII (2000)

Monsignor Alexander O. Sigur Award Recipient (Diocese of Lafayette) (1999)

Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem (Catholic Order) - Knight Grand Cross

Order of Malta (Catholic order)

Louisiana Statehood Bicentennial Commission (past)

Odgen Museum- Board of Directors (past)

Louisiana Commemorative Coin Advisory Commission (past)

Louisiana Association of Business and Industry Trade and Tourism Council (past)

Evangeline Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, Vice President of Finance (past)

Our Lady of Lords Hospital- Board of Directors (past)

St. Thomas More High School Foundation Board (past)

Bishop's Charity Ball, Fundraising Chairman (Diocese of Lafayette) (past)

St. Thomas More School Board (3-year term) (past)

Our Lady of Fatima School Board (past)

Boy Scouts of America/Evangeline Council Board of Directors (past)

Bishop Charity Ball Executive Committee (Diocese of Lafayette) (past)

Louisiana Lobbying Commission (Registration and Reporting) (past)

Our Lady of Fatima School Foundation, Board of Directors (past)

Old State Capitol Foundation, Board of Directors, Advisory Board (past)

Krewe of Gabriel, Lafayette, Louisiana (present)

Krewe of Bonaporte, Lafayette, Louisiana (present)

Krewe of Rio, Lafayette, Louisiana (present)

Louisiana Historical Society, Board of Directors (past)

Chairman of the University of Southwestern Louisiana Alumni Association's Legislative Relations (past)

Louisiana Insurance Lawsuit Reporting Commission (past)

Motor Carrier Safety Advisory Committee (State Police, Department of Public Safety) (past)

Louisiana Association of Business & Industry (LABI); Steering Committee of the Liability Reform Task Force; Steering Committee of the Unemployment Compensation Task Force; Steering Committee of the Worker's Compensation Task Force (past)

Lafayette Chamber of Commerce (Executive Committee; Board of Directors [1988-1990]; Past Chairman of the Oil & Gas Division/Long-Range Planning; Lafayette Leadership Board of Directors) (past)

Fine Arts Foundation, Board of Directors (past)

Commerce & Energy Bank of Lafayette, Louisiana, Advisory Board of Directors (past)

Louisiana Society of Association Executives, Board of Directors (past)

United Cerebral Palsy of Louisiana, First Vice-President (past)

Chamber of Commerce, Vice President of State/National Affairs (past)

Krewe of Louisiana, Washington, D.C. (1981-Present)

Association of Louisiana Lobbyists (Member; President [1985-88]; Past President [1989]; Board of Directors [1990]) (past)

Randy K. Haynie is the owner and president of Haynie & Associates, a government relations firm established in 1980 with offices in Baton Rouge and Lafayette, Louisiana. His son, Ryan K. Haynie, is his partner in the Baton Rouge-based firm of Haynie & Associates. From these bases of operation, he has been lobbying the Louisiana legislature for thirty-seven years and has served under the last seven Louisiana Governors.

Randy Haynie first acquired his taste for politics upon being elected SGA President of the College of Sciences at the University of Southwestern Louisiana. After graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology, chemistry and mathematics, he became a Sergeant-at-Arms for the Louisiana Senate and then the personal aide of former Senator Edgar "Sonny" Mouton. He worked extensively in Mouton's gubernatorial campaign and with this experience under his belt; he opened the consulting firm of Haynie & Associates. The knowledge of the oil industry he picked up while working as a roughneck during the summer months while a student at USL helped him acquire one of his first clients, The Louisiana Oilfield Contractors Association, which he still represents today. It was not long before he began representing a wide variety of clients.

Presently, he represents national corporations such as JP Morgan/Chase, GE (General Electric) GM (General Motors), Pfizer Pharmaceuticals, Caesar's Entertainment Inc., Enterprise Rental Cars Inc., New Orleans Saints, National Football League, and Johnson Controls.

Ryan Haynie is President of Louisiana Governmental Studies, which has published a Louisiana Legislative Directory yearly since 1984. The firm has also published eight four-year editions of the Grass-Roots Guide to the Louisiana Legislature.

Randy Haynie is just as involved in civic and professional organizations as he is in his businesses, an important lesson he learned as he achieved the rank of "Eagle" from the Boy Scouts of America. He is the past National President of the National Association of State Lobbyists. Furthermore, he currently serves on various boards throughout Louisiana, including the La. Endowment for the Humanities, the Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum in Lafayette, and the Community Foundation of Acadiana. In addition, he has served on the Bishop's Charity Ball Executive Committee for the Diocese of Lafayette since 1996 and was selected the 13th Annual Bishop's Charity Ball King Louis XIII in 2000 and was inducted into the Louisiana Political Hall of Fame in 2016. Randy is an active member of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre and was also accepted to the class of 2009 for the Order of Malta. In 2018, Randy was awarded the Lafayette Civic Cup, its 86th recipient since 1933.

On the personal side, he is an avid collector of objects associated with Louisiana and has an extensive collection of Louisiana obsolete currency, including state, parish, municipal, merchant and bank notes which date back to the 1800s. He also collects lottery tickets issued by the first Louisiana Lottery Company as well as photos of Louisiana governors and memorabilia related to their terms of office. He has several early maps of Louisiana and owns original paintings by well-known Louisiana and Southern artists. Randy Haynie showcases his Louisiana collection at Long-View, his Baton Rouge office that was once the home of one of Louisiana's most colorful governors, Earl K. Long.

RHETT RUGGERIO

I began my career in Delaware politics managing the successful mayoral campaign of James Baker in Wilmington and went on to serve as a senior advisor, helping lead multiple re-election efforts. I've also worked at the state and national level, including leading the Delaware Democratic Party's Coordinated Campaign and serving as a National Committeeman. In 2005, I founded Ruggerio Willson Watson, which has grown into one of Delaware's top government relations firms. Today, I also serve as Interim Head of Government Relations at the University of Delaware and teach lobbying and influence at the Biden School of Public Policy. Throughout my career, I've focused on building strong relationships and delivering strategic advocacy that drives results.

20+ years

Named one of the "Top 20 Most Influential in Politics and Business" by the Wilmington News Journal and DelawareOnline.com for four consecutive years (2021-2024).

In 2022, the RWW team was named some of the most influential Delawareans in politics by the Delaware News Journal.

In 2025, I chaired the inaugural festivities for Governor Matt Meyer.

I currently serve as Interim Head of Government Relations at the University of Delaware, sit on the boards of the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce and UD's Department of Political Science, and teach Lobbying and Influence at University of Delaware's Joseph R. Biden School of Public Policy.

On Attorney General Kathy Jennings Finance Committee On Congresswoman McBride's Finance Committee

Led the Delaware Democratic Party's Coordinated Campaign, including the late Beau Biden's election as Attorney General, and served as a National Committeeman and super delegate to the Democratic National Convention.

Rhett Ruggerio launched his political career in Wilmington, Delaware, managing the successful 2000 mayoral campaign of James M. Baker. He went on to serve as a top advisor to the Mayor, chairing two re-election campaigns and helping secure three terms in office. Rhett also led the Delaware Democratic Party's Coordinated Campaign, including the late Beau Biden's election as Attorney General, and served as a National Committeeman and super delegate to the Democratic National Convention.

In 2025, he chaired the inaugural festivities for Governor Matt Meyer.

Rhett founded Ruggerio Willson & Associates in 2005 (now Ruggerio Willson Watson), a top-ranked firm in Delaware. He's been named one of the "Top 20 Most Influential in Politics and Business" by the Wilmington News Journal and DelawareOnline.com for four consecutive years (2021-2024).

Currently, Rhett serves as Interim Head of Government Relations at the University of Delaware, sits on the boards of the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce and UD's Department of Political Science, and teaches Lobbying and Influence at University of Delaware's Joseph R. Biden School of Public Policy.

Outside of work, Rhett enjoys time at the Delaware beaches, walking his pups Ted and Dixie - or chauffeuring his wife and daughters on a shopping run.

MATTHEW GLAVIN

MATTHEW GLAVIN

(Illinois)

With more than 25 years of experience in Illinois politics, government and lobbying, Matt Glavin helps his clients navigate the complex legislative and regulatory landscape in Illinois.

Former Chief of Staff, Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation; Former Deputy Director , Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity; Former Deputy Press Secretary, US Senator Dick Durbin

11-15 years

2026 The Best Lawyers in America, Government Policy and Public Strategies.

2023 Loyola University Chicago School of Law, St. Robert Bellarmine Award, for distinguished contributions to the profession and to the School of Law.

As the founder of Statehouse Solutions, LLC, Matt Glavin helps clients navigate the complex legislative and regulatory landscape in Illinois. His background in politics, law, government, and managing in-house government affairs operations for large corporations, allows him to bring unique value to his clients.

Before founding Statehouse Solutions, Matt served as managing director and shareholder at Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies, where he focused his client work in Springfield. Previously, he was the national director of Government Affairs for American Water, overseeing legislative and regulatory policy in 47 states for the largest privately owned water utility in the country. He also has extensive experience handling policy and regulatory matters before the Illinois Commerce Commission, the state's primary utility regulator.

Earlier in this career, Matt worked in several high-level positions for former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn, including director of the Office of Business Development and chief of staff for the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Additionally, he previously served as deputy press secretary to U.S. Senator Richard Durbin. He has worked on several political campaigns in Illinois and worked at a large law firm in Chicago handling consumer and class action defense cases.

Matt serves on the Board of Governors for Loyola University Chicago School of Law, where he graduated law school cum laude. Matt also previously served on the board of directors of Equality Illinois, the state's largest LGBTQ organization, and obtained his bachelor's degree from Illinois Wesleyan University.

In 2023, Matt was awarded the St. Robert Bellarmine Award from Loyola, which honors alumni who have distinguished themselves by their contributions to the profession and to the School of Law.

LOGAN ANDERSON

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JULIE ALSUP

(Virginia)
Clients:

OJARS BERZINS

(Illinois)
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Clients:

RODNEY BOYD

(Missouri)
  • (314) 503-5899

  • 117 Madison StreetJefferson CityMO65101

Clients:

WILLIAM BYERS, IV

(Ohio)
Clients:

1) AAA Club Alliance Inc

2) AAA East Central

3) AAA Mid States

4) AAA Shelby County

5) Acadia Healthcare, Inc.

6) Affordable Housing Alliance of Central Ohio

7) Alliance for Safety and Justice Action Fund

8) Alvis, Inc.

9) American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, Inc.

10) American Electric Power

11) Anduril Industries, Inc.

12) Apple Inc.

13) Battelle Memorial Institute

14) Byers Minton & Assocaites

15) Capitol South Community Urban Redevelopment Corp

16) Cardinal Health, Inc

17) Carvana

18) Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA)

19) CGI Technologies and Solutions Inc

20) Charter Communications Operating, LLC

21) Chubb INA Holdings, Inc.

22) City of Columbus

23) Cleveland Browns

24) Coalition for Community Solar Access

25) Coalition For Ticket Fairness

26) College Board

27) Columbus Crew SC

28) Columbus Metropolitan Library

29) Columbus State Community College

30) Columbus Urban League

31) Columbus Zoo & Aquarium

32) Community Shelter Board

33) Consumer Safety Technology

34) CSL Behring

35) Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

36) DaVita Healthcare Partners Inc.

37) Delaware County Board of Commissioners

38) Ductile Iron Pipe Research Association

39) Entertainment Software Association (ESA)

40) Ergon, Inc.

41) Evolution Malta Holdings Limited

42) Experience Columbus

43) Future Ready 5

44) Gen4, LLC

45) Girl Scouts of Ohio's Heartland

46) Goodwill Easterseals Miami Valley

47) Greater Cleveland Funders Collaborative (GCFC)

48) Greater Common Good

49) Integrated Services for Behavioral Health

KATE CASAS

(MOMO)
  • (314) 809-5042

  • 117 Madison StreetJefferson CityMO65101

Clients:
  • 121 STATE STREET4TH FLOORALBANYNY12207

Clients:

STEVE CRISAFULLI

(Florida)
  • (321) 223-8862

  • 5125 Mallard Lakes CtMerritt IsFL32953-7701

Clients:

TUCKER DAVIS

(Federal)

LINDA DEMPSEY

(Federal)
Clients:

TASHAYLA PERSON DONOHOE

TASHAYLA PERSON DONOHOE

(Missouri)
  • (913) 302-3098

  • PO Box 71434th FloorKansas CityMO64113

Clients:
  • 121 STATE STREET4TH FLOORALBANYNY12207

Clients:

ALEX EATON

(MOMO)
  • (573) 616-9860

  • PO Box 7143Kansas CityMO64113

Clients:

JOSHUA FLEMING

(Georgia)
Clients:

BRIAN GRACE

(MOMO)
  • (573) 230-9549

  • 117 Madison StreetJefferson CityMO65101

Clients:

LEVI GROSS

(Ohio)
  • (717) 659-2302

  • 88 E Broad St, Ste 1650ColumbusOH43215

Clients:
  • 121 STATE STREET4TH FLOORALBANYNY12207

Clients:

JEFF HARTLEY

(Florida)
Clients:

1) 392 Farms, LLC d/b/a South Tip Wellness

2) 9001 Tamiami Trail Opco LLC dba Axiom Behavioral Health

3) Allied Universal Electronic Monitoring US, Inc. f/k/a Attenti US, Inc.

4) American Board of Physician Specialties

5) American Integrity Insurance Company of Florida

6) American Kratom Association

7) Amira Learning, Inc.

8) Amwins Group, Inc.

9) Arc of Florida, Inc., The

10) ARC of the Treasure Coast

11) AT&T Services, Inc.

12) Baptist Health Care Corporation

13) Brevard County Sheriff's Office

14) Brevard County, Florida

15) BusPatrol America LLC

16) Catalis Holdco, Inc.

17) Children's Healing Institute, The

18) Children's Home Society of Florida, The

19) Circles of Care, Inc.

20) Cirrus Aircraft

21) City of Cocoa

22) City of Melbourne

23) City of Naples

24) City of Pembroke Pines

25) College Board

26) Collier County Board of County Commissioners

27) CommuniCare Technology, Inc. d/b/a Pulsara

28) Conklin Davis Center for the Visually Impaired

29) CoreCivic, Inc.

30) CRC Insurance Group, LLC

31) Creative Game Technologies, LLC

32) Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

33) Diligent Services, Inc

34) Dosal Tobacco Corporation

35) DraftKings, Inc.

36) Duke Energy Corporation

37) Eastern Florida State College Foundation

38) Elevator Industry Work Preservation Fund

39) Elsa Hernandez on behalf of Heriberto Sanchez Mayen

40) Employer Direct Healthcare

41) Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund

42) Exchange Club Family Center, Inc.

43) Farm Share, Inc.

44) First Due Holdings, Inc., through its wholly-owned subsidiary Locality Media, LLC dba First Due

45) Florida Association for Child Care Management

46) Florida Association of Counties

47) Florida Association of Nurse Anesthetists DBA Florida Association of Nurse Anesthesiology

48) Florida Association of Professional Employer Organizations

49) Florida Bar, Family Law Section, The

50) Florida Chamber of Commerce

51) Florida Harbor Pilots Association, Inc.

52) Florida Health Care Association

53) Florida Hospital Association

54) Florida Institute for Human & Machine Cognition, Inc.

55) Florida Insurance Council

56) Florida Land Title Association

57) Florida Lets Ride Project Inc

58) Florida Surveying and Mapping Society

59) Florida Thoroughbred Breeders' and Owners' Association

60) Forerunner Industries, Inc.

61) Foundation for Florida's Future

62) GIK Marketplace

63) Graduation Alliance, Inc.

64) Guardant Health, Inc.

65) H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute

66) ICF

67) Idemia Identity & Security USA LLC

68) ISF, Inc.

69) Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

70) JM Family Enterprises, Inc

71) Johnson & Johnson Services, Inc.

72) Marine Industries Association of South Florida

73) Microsoft Corporation

74) MOORE COMMUNICATIONS GROUP, INC.

75) NaphCare, Inc.

76) National Council of State Boards of Nursing

77) Osceola Legislative Effort

78) Parrish Healthcare

79) Partners for Florida's Children and Families Inc.

80) Pediatric Associates

81) PowerSchool Group LLC

82) Prime Pediatric Dental Group, PA

83) Prolacta Bioscience, Inc.

84) Publix Super Markets, Inc

85) Ringling College of Art & Design

86) Saiva AI, Inc.

87) Southern Healthcare Management, LLC

88) Stercus Bioanalytics

89) TD Bank US Holding Company

90) The Henry and Rilla White Youth Foundation, Inc.

91) TMX Finance of Florida, Inc./Buckeye Check Cashing of Florida, Inc.

92) Transfr Inc

93) Turo Inc.

94) U.S. Traffic Control

95) University of Florida Foundation, Inc

96) Via Science, Inc

97) Walt Disney Parks & Resorts U.S. Inc.

98) Xello Inc.

LISA HURLEY

(Florida)
Clients:

1) 392 Farms, LLC d/b/a South Tip Wellness

2) Allied Universal Electronic Monitoring US, Inc. f/k/a Attenti US, Inc.

3) American Board of Physician Specialties

4) American Integrity Insurance Company of Florida

5) American Kratom Association

6) Amira Learning, Inc.

7) Arc of Florida, Inc., The

8) ARC of the Treasure Coast

9) AT&T Services, Inc.

10) Baptist Health Care Corporation

11) Brevard County Sheriff's Office

12) Brevard County, Florida

13) BusPatrol America LLC

14) Catalis Holdco, Inc.

15) Children's Healing Institute, The

16) Children's Home Society of Florida, The

17) Circles of Care, Inc.

18) Cirrus Aircraft

19) City of Cocoa

20) City of Melbourne

21) City of Naples

22) College Board

23) Collier County Board of County Commissioners

24) CommuniCare Technology, Inc. d/b/a Pulsara

25) CoreCivic, Inc.

26) Creative Game Technologies, LLC

27) Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

28) DraftKings, Inc.

29) Eastern Florida State College Foundation

30) Elevator Industry Work Preservation Fund

31) Elsa Hernandez on behalf of Heriberto Sanchez Mayen

32) Employer Direct Healthcare

33) Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund

34) Exchange Club Family Center, Inc.

35) Farm Share, Inc.

36) First Due Holdings, Inc., through its wholly-owned subsidiary Locality Media, LLC dba First Due

37) Florida Association for Child Care Management

38) Florida Association of Counties

39) Florida Association of Nurse Anesthetists DBA Florida Association of Nurse Anesthesiology

40) Florida Association of Professional Employer Organizations

41) Florida Bar, Family Law Section, The

Clients:

JOHN LABRIOLA

(Florida)
  • (954) 515-2084

  • 2806 Eisenhower St WInvernessFL34453-2132

LAURA LACROIX-DALLUHN

LAURA LACROIX-DALLUHN

(Minnesota)

MATTHEW LAURICELLA

(New York)
  • 121 STATE STREET4TH FLOORALBANYNY12207

Clients:

RICHARD LAURICELLA

(New York)
  • 121 STATE STREET4TH FLOORALBANYNY12207

Clients:
  • 121 STATE STREET4TH FLOORALBANYNY12207

Clients:
Clients:

REBECCA LOHMANN

(Missouri)
  • (573) 434-1514

  • PO Box 7143PO Box 7143Kansas CityMO64113

Clients:
  • 410-366-1500

  • 2423 Maryland AvenueSuite 100BaltimoreMD21218

Clients:

JESSICA MANDEL

(Federal)
  • 20 Town Center Drive Northwest321HuntsvilleAL35806

ALICIA MEADS

(Federal)
Clients:

JEFFREY MILLER

(Federal)
Clients:

1) 1X TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

2) A16Z CAPITAL MANAGEMENT (FORMERLY KNOWN AS AH CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, L.L.C.)

3) ACCIONA INFRASTRUCTURE USA CORP

4) ADIT VENTURES

5) AKZO NOBEL N.V.

6) ALEX VON FURSTENBERG

7) ALTANA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

8) ALTRIA CLIENT SERVICES LLC

9) ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION

10) ALZHEON, INC.

11) AM GENERAL LLC

12) AMERICAN BANKERS ASSOCIATION

13) AMGEN, INC.

14) ANHEUSER-BUSCH COMPANIES, LLC

15) APPLE INC.

16) ARCHER AVIATION INC.

17) ARCHER-DANIELS-MIDLAND COMPANY

18) ASHBRITT, INC.

19) ASPECT HOLDINGS, LLC

20) ASTRANIS SPACE TECHNOLOGIES CORP.

21) AVENTIV TECHNOLOGIES

22) AXALTA COATING SYSTEMS, LLC

23) BAUGHMAN KROUP BOSSE PLLC ON BEHALF OF GEMINI SPACE STATION, INC.

24) BLACKSTONE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES PARTNERSHIPS L.P.

25) BLINK HEALTH INC.

26) BOTANICALS FOR BETTER HEALTH AND WELLNESS

27) BRISTOL-MYERS SQUIBB COMPANY

28) BROADCOM LIMITED

29) CAL-MAINE FOODS

30) CARNIVAL CORPORATION

31) CF SECURED LLC

32) CHARLES SCHWAB & CO., INC.

33) CINTAS

34) COLLECTORS UNIVERSE, INC.

35) COLOSSAL BIOSCIENCES INC.

36) COMCAST CORPORATION

37) CORECIVIC, INC.

38) CORTEVA AGRISCIENCE

39) COSTAR GROUP, INC.

40) COUPANG, INC.

41) COVETRUS, INC.

42) CROSS COUNTRY HEALTHCARE, INC.

43) CRUISE LINES INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION, INC.

44) DEEL

45) DELTA AIR LINES, INC.

46) DISCOVERY COMMUNICATIONS, LLC

47) EBAY INC.

48) ELECTRONIC PAYMENTS COALITION

49) ELLIOTT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT L.P.

50) ENERGY TRANSFER PARTNERS, L.P.

51) ENGINE NO. 1 LP

52) ENVIVA, LLC

53) FAIR ISAAC CORPORATION

54) FALCONX INC.

55) FINSECA

56) FLINT COOPER, LLC

57) FMX

58) FORIS DAX, INC. D/B/A CRYPTO.COM

59) GBX GROUP LLC

60) GENENTECH USA, INC.

61) GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY

62) GENERAL MOTORS LLC

63) GILEAD SCIENCES, INC.

64) GLOBAL BUSINESS ALLIANCE

65) GLOBAL MEDICAL RESPONSE, INC.

66) GOBRANDS, INC.

67) GOEL INVESTMENTS, LLC

68) GRAIL LLC

69) GREY ROCK NET ZERO OPPORTUNITIES FUND I, LP

70) GREYSTAR MANAGEMENT SERVICES, LLC

71) HADRIAN AUTOMATION, INC.

72) HCBS ADVOCACY, LLC

73) HEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE ("HPE")

74) HILLWOOD DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, LLC

75) ILLUMINA, INC.

76) INVENERGY LLC

77) J C BAMFORD EXCAVATORS LTD.

78) JBS USA FOOD COMPANY HOLDINGS (FKA JBS USA FOOD COMPANY)

79) JETZERO, INC.

80) JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY

81) KALSHI, INC

82) KIRKLAND & ELLIS LLP ON BEHALF OF KIMBERLY-CLARK CORPORATION

83) KOCH GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, LLC

84) KPS CAPITAL PARTNERS, LP

85) LAC MANAGEMENT LLC

86) MASTERBRAND CABINETS, LLC

87) MERCHANTS FOR AMERICA, INC.

88) MORGAN STANLEY

89) NAREIT

90) NASDAQ, INC.

91) NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR CARE AT HOME

92) NATIONAL LAW ENFORCEMENT FOUNDATION

93) NCTA - THE INTERNET & TELEVISION ASSOCIATION

94) NEPHRON NITRILE LLC (DBA AMERICAN ARMOR GLOVES)

95) NEW MOUNTAIN CAPITAL, L.L.C.

96) NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP, INC.

97) NEXUS HOSPICE OF THE HIGH DESERT LLC

98) NIKE, INC.

99) NORFOLK SOUTHERN CORPORATION

100) NUCLEAR ENERGY INSTITUTE, INC.

101) NUCOR CORPORATION

102) NUSCALE POWER, LLC

103) OAK VIEW GROUP, LLC

104) OCCIDENTAL PETROLEUM CORPORATION

105) OCEANS ACQUISITION, INC.

106) OCHSNER HEALTH

107) OGLE SCHOOL MANAGEMENT, LLC

108) ONONDAGA COUNTY

109) OPENAI

110) ORACLE AMERICA, INC.

111) PALANTIR TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

112) PALO ALTO NETWORKS, INC.

113) PAUL, WEISS LLP, ON BEHALF OF AD HOC GROUP OF MAJORITY MEMBER PREPA BONDHOLDERS

114) PEPTIDE SCIENCES

115) PERFORMANCE DRONE WORKS, LLC

116) PERNOD RICARD USA

117) PERSHING SQUARE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, L.P.

118) PFIZER INC.

119) PHARMACEUTICAL RESEARCH AND MANUFACTURERS OF AMERICA

120) PLANET LABS PBC

121) PLAYPOWER, INC.

122) RED CHAMBER GROUP

123) REGATTA HCRP I LP

124) RISEPOINT

125) RTW INVESTMENTS, LP

126) SEISMIC SOFTWARE, INC.

127) SENTINEL MIDSTREAM, LLC

128) SHIELD AI

129) SIBELCO NORTH AMERICA, INC.

130) SIG SAUER, INC.

131) SOFTBANK GROUP CORPORATION

132) SOUTHERN COMPANY

133) SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP.

134) STANLEY BLACK & DECKER

135) STEPHENS SHARED SERVICES, LLC

136) STONEPEAK PARTNERS LP

137) STRIPE, INC.

138) SUNSET LAKES WEST ASSOCIATES LLLP

139) SWEET OAK PARENT LLC

140) TEGNA INC.

141) THE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY

142) THE J.M. SMUCKER COMPANY

143) THE MAJORITY GROUP ON BEHALF OF CONNECTED COMMERCE COUNCIL

144) THE RENCO GROUP, INC.

145) THE UNITED COMPANY

146) TIDES MEDICAL

147) TILE COUNCIL OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

148) TPT RESEARCH LLC

149) TRANSDIGM GROUP INC.

150) TRICOCI UNIVERSITY OF BEAUTY CULTURE, LLC

151) TWG CADILLAC FORMULA 1 TEAM HOLDINGS, LLC

152) TYPE ONE ENERGY GROUP, INC.

153) UBER TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

154) UBICQUIA, INC.

155) ULTRAGENYX PHARMACEUTICAL INC.

156) UNITED STATES TENNIS ASSOCIATION

157) VALERO ENERGY CORPORATION

158) VERISK ANALYTICS, INC.

159) WASTE CONNECTIONS US, INC.

160) WELLHIVE

161) YOCHA DEHE WINTUN NATION

162) ZENO POWER SYSTEMS, INC.

163) ZIPLINE INTERNATIONAL INC.

164) ZOOM COMMUNICATIONS, INC.

COLLESTON MORGAN

(Wisconsin)
Clients:

TYLER NORVELL

(Oklahoma)
Clients:
  • 1299 Pennsylvania Ave. NW12th FloorWashingtonDC20004

SANDRA PETERS

(Federal)
Clients:

DANIEL PFEIFER

(MOMO)
  • (202) 375-9575

  • P.O. Box 7143Kansas CityMO64113

Clients:
Clients:
  • 1299 Pennsylvania Ave. NW12th FloorWashingtonDC20004

GREG PORTER

(MOMO)
  • (816) 721-3336

  • P.O. Box 7143Kansas CityMO64113

Clients:

SAMUEL POWELL

(Florida)
  • (850) 766-8887

  • 311 E Park AvenueTallahasseeFL32312-3934

Clients:
  • 121 STATE STREET4TH FLOORALBANYNY12207

Clients:

ROBERT RICHARDSON

(Missouri)
  • (573) 727-4488

  • PO Box 7143Kansas CityMO64113

Clients:
  • 121 STATE STREET4TH FLOORALBANYNY12207

Clients:
  • 121 STATE STREET4TH FLOORALBANYNY12207

Clients:
  • 121 STATE STREET4TH FLOORALBANYNY12207

Clients:

NOAH TABOR

(Nebraska)
  • (319) 480-0810

  • 475 Riverside Dr.New YorkNY10115

  • 121 STATE STREET4TH FLOORALBANYNY12207

Clients:
  • 601 13th Street, NW11th Floor SouthWashingtonDC20005

Clients:

MATTHEW WELLS

(Virginia)
  • 1155 F Street NWSuite 950WashingtonDC20004

Clients:

DAVID WILLIS

(Missouri)
Clients:
  • 121 STATE STREET4TH FLOORALBANYNY12207

Clients: