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JASON DUNNINGTON

1907 Group is a government relations firm located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma that provides strategic lobbying, advocacy and communications at all levels of government. Our clients include Fortune 100 companies, small businesses, local governments, industry associations and nonprofits.

Clients come to 1907 Group when they require strategic solutions to complex issues. This strategy often includes a combined approach of government relations, lobbying, community outreach, coalition building, and grassroots outreach.

Through our trusted relationships and measured approach, 1907 Group is uniquely positioned to develop and execute a plan that delivers successful results for our clients. If your company, trade association, nonprofit, or local government is need of services
please don't hesitate to reach out.

6-10 years

Former Oklahoma State Representative 2014-2020

PhD in Sociology University of Oklahoma

8 yrs as political commentator on a weekly Sunday morning show in Oklahoma, Your Vote Counts, News9 KWTV

MATTHEW LATHAM

MATTHEW LATHAM

(Oklahoma)

1907 Group is a strategic lobbying and government affairs firm in Oklahoma. We help clients from every sector - business, healthcare, nonprofits, associations - navigate the state's political and regulatory landscape with precision and purpose.

We believe strong, authentic relationships are the backbone of effective advocacy. That means building trust not only with lawmakers and stakeholders but also with our clients. Our approach is tailored, proactive, and relationship-driven: we anticipate risks, identify opportunities, and ensure your voice is heard where it matters most.

Whether advancing legislation, shaping regulation, or defending against harmful proposals, we partner with you to develop long-term strategies that protect and grow your interests in Oklahoma.

6-10 years

Matt Latham is a Partner at the 1907 Group, a strategic government affairs and lobbying firm based in Oklahoma City. Originally from Kingfisher, he studied political science at the University of Oklahoma and has built a career helping businesses and organizations navigate the intersection of policy, politics, and strategy across the state.

Matt is known for his relationship-driven approach, focusing on trust, collaboration, and practical solutions that achieve results for clients. Matt recognizes that authentic relationships - both with clients and stakeholders - are the foundation of effective advocacy.

Matt splits his time between Oklahoma City and Medicine Park, where he is deeply involved in local civic life and community projects in both communities. Outside of work, he is an avid sports fan following the University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City Thunder, Swansea City and just about any sport he comes across. He and his better half, Cassi, enjoy travel and spending time outdoors with their dogs.

JAMIE BENDA

JAMIE BENDA

(Oklahoma)

Subjects: All Subjects

Links:Website

As an associate lobbyist, I help clients navigate Oklahoma's legislative process and make sure their priorities are heard at the Capitol. Whether it's advancing legislation or protecting your interests, I'm here to help you make an impact.

0-5 years

Jamie Benda is an Associate Lobbyist with the 1907 Group, where she advocates on behalf of clients before the Oklahoma Legislature and state agencies. Since joining the firm in 2023, she has supported strategic policy initiatives and continued building relationships across state government. Prior to joining the 1907 Group, Jamie served as a professional staffer for the Majority Floor Leader of the Oklahoma House of Representatives, working closely with top legislative leaders and gaining firsthand experience in the policymaking process. Jamie brings a relationship-driven approach to advocacy - combining her experience inside the Capitol with a commitment to delivering results for clients.

Outside of her professional work, Jamie is an active volunteer with the Junior League of Oklahoma City, where she contributes to community initiatives that strengthen and support women and families. She also loves to travel and explore diverse cultures around the world. At home, she enjoys spending time with her three rescue dogs and her husband, who owns and operates two Oklahoma-based businesses.

JESSICA MANDEL

(Federal)

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.