Rome Smith & Lutz is a team of seasoned professionals with over a 100 years of combined experience in Connecticut state & local government, political campaigns, private industry, and public service. We are comprised of former legislators on both sides of the political aisle, former senior staffers to a CT Governor and Lieutenant Governor, and former municipal office holders. Our team boasts deep relationships with key decision makers throughout state and local governments. The reputations we maintain and the trust we have earned across the state is our value; our results-oriented approach, strategic thinking, and tireless work is our means; and our proven track record of producing results for our clients is our end. Please don't hesitate to reach out to see how Rome Smith & Lutz can help you realize your objectives.

11-15 years

Chris served for 5 years in the administration of former Governor Dannel P. Malloy, most recently in senior staff as the Governor's Director of Policy and Government Affairs. During that time, he has established deep relationships with state agency decision makers. Over the last 20 years, Chris has worked on numerous campaigns for statewide, state legislative, and municipal elections.

  • Rome Smith & Lutz is all about relationships and trust. Their success is rooted in experience and integrity. When they represent us at the Capitol, we know we are being heard. - Chuck Bunnell, Chief of Staff for External and Government Affairs, Mohegan Tribe
  • The Rome Smith and Lutz team are committed to knowing and understanding our educational priorities and they relentlessly and creatively pursue them. They are consummate professionals and are always available for questions and advice. We know from results that we are well represented by them. - Fran Rabinowitz, Executive Director of the CT Association of Public School Superintendents
  • Chris re-joined Rome Smith & Lutz after serving five years in the administration of Governor Dannel P. Malloy, most recently as Director of Policy and Government Affairs; the Governor's chief lobbyist. In his position within the administration, Chris oversaw all policy development and implementation of executive branch policies and legislative priorities. In both of his roles previously with Rome Smith & Lutz and with the Governor's Office, Chris has developed strong relationships with hundreds of private sector leaders in the state and the region, legislators and staff on both sides of the aisle, state agency commissioners & senior staff, and municipal officials in his 18 years working in different capacities at the State Capitol.

    HEATHER DEESE-RIORDAN

    (Connecticut)
    Clients:

    DOUG PRESLEY

    (Connecticut)
    Clients: