8032124967
1221 Main Street Suite 1200, Columbia, SC, 29205,
I have worked with the South Carolina Legislature, state agencies and Constitutional Officers for over 15 years. I am highly experienced in navigating the state appropriations legislative processes. I am highly skilled at assisting clients by identifying multiple pathways to achieve the intended goals and outcomes.
2) American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network,Inc
5) Communities In Schools of South Carolina
7) Distilled Spirits Council of the U.S.
10) Infinite Campus
11) Junior Achievement of Greater SC
12) Kiawah Development Partners
13) Liminex, Inc.
15) Metrc LLC
0-5 years
Prior to joining Adams and Reese, Emily served as the Director of Government Affairs for the South Carolina Department of Education. In this role, she served as the liaison between the agency and South Carolina's General Assembly, the Governor, the Congressional Delegation, other state agencies and stakeholder groups. Additionally, during the legislative session she provided public testimony during hearings, coordinated agency policy development, and annually facilitated the agency budget request through the Governor's Office and the General Assembly.
Emily also spent seven years within the South Carolina House of Representatives' Ways and Means Committee, serving as a budget analyst with involvement in the Health and Human Services Budget Subcommittee and the Public Education and Special Schools Subcommittee. Her work included coordinating the passage of $2 billion in state appropriations through the budget process and coordinating communication between the General Assembly, the state's school districts and the South Carolina Department of Education, as well as a variety of legislation affecting K-12 education, property tax, and sales and use tax.
(405) 922-8685
220 NW 13TH ST, SUITE #6, OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, 73106,
Subjects: All Subjects, Appropriations/Budgets, Business/Commerce, Children/Family/Women, City/County Government, Consumer Protection, Corrections/Criminal Justice, Education, Energy/Utilities, Finance/Banking, Health Care, Housing/Real Estate/Development/Construction, Labor/Unions, Manufacturing, Medicare/Medicaid, Non-Profit, Pharmaceuticals, Privacy/Internet, Public Safety, RFP/Procurement, Science/Technology, Telecommunications
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.
5) COALITION FOR TICKET FAIRNESS
6) CONNECT
9) ESSAY MANAGEMENT SERVICES, LLC
10) FUSE d/b/a FUSE (OK FOUNDATION FOR UNLEASHING THE STARTUP ECOSYSTEM)
13) GEORGE KAISER FAMILY FOUNDATION
15) INTERSECT POWER
16) LIVELY BEERWORKS
17) LRE
19) OKLAHOMA ACADEMY OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS, INC.
20) OKLAHOMA ALLIANCE OF YMCAS, INC.
21) OKLAHOMA CABLE AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATION
22) OKLAHOMA CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS d/b/a PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
23) OKLAHOMA ORDNANCE WORKS AUTHORITY
24) OKLAHOMA PSYCHOLOGIST ASSOCIATION
25) PRIMROSE SCHOOLS
26) PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS OF OKLAHOMA, AFL-CIO/CLC, IAFF ASSOCIATION
27) THE CENTER FOR HOUSING SOLUTIONS, INC.
28) TREASURER, STATE
29) TRSS LLC
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
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.
5) COALITION FOR TICKET FAIRNESS
6) CONNECT
9) ESSAY MANAGEMENT SERVICES, LLC
10) FUSE
12) GENER8TOR
13) GEORGE KAISER FAMILY FOUNDATION
15) INTERSECT POWER
16) LIVELY BEERWORKS
17) LRE
19) OKLAHOMA ACADEMY OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS, INC.
20) OKLAHOMA ALLIANCE OF YMCAS, INC.
21) OKLAHOMA CABLE AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATION
22) OKLAHOMA CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
23) OKLAHOMA ORDNANCE WORKS AUTHORITY d/b/a MIDAMERICA INDUSTRIAL PARK
24) OKLAHOMA PSYCHOLOGIST ASSOCIATION
25) PRIMROSE SCHOOLS
26) PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS OF OKLAHOMA, AFL-CIO/CLC, IAFF ASSOCIATION
27) THE CENTER FOR HOUSING SOLUTIONS, INC.
28) TREASURER, STATE
29) TRSS, LLC
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.
405-641-4559
220 NW 13th St, Suite 6, Oklahoma City, OK, 73103,
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.
5) COALITION FOR TICKET FAIRNESS
6) CONNECT
9) ESSAY MANAGEMENT SERVICES, LLC
10) FUSE
12) GENER8TOR
13) GEORGE KAISER FAMILY FOUNDATION
15) INTERSECT POWER
16) LIVELY BEERWORKS
17) LRE
19) OKLAHOMA ACADEMY OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS, INC.
20) OKLAHOMA ALLIANCE OF YMCAS, INC.
21) OKLAHOMA CABLE AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATION
22) OKLAHOMA CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS d/b/a PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
23) OKLAHOMA PSYCHOLOGIST ASSOCIATION
24) ORDNANCE WORKS AUTHORITY, OKLAHOMA d/b/a MIDAMERICA INDUSTRIAL PARK
25) PRIMROSE SCHOOLS
26) PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS OF OKLAHOMA, AFL-CIO/CLC, IAFF ASSOCIATION
27) THE CENTER FOR HOUSING SOLUTIONS, INC.
28) TREASURER, STATE
29) TRSS, LLC
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.
303-519-5562
1660 Lincoln Street, Suite 2125, Denver, CO, 80264,
1) Adobe Inc.
3) Carbon Removal Co., Inc. dba Vaulted Deep
9) CommuniCare Technology Inc.
10) Cornerstone Government Affairs
11) CRH Americas
14) Epiq Global
15) GHGSat Inc.
18) Intuit
21) Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute
22) MxV Rail
23) Neighborhood Development Collaborative
24) Northwoods Consulting Partners, Inc.
25) Pano AI, Inc.
26) Recsol Recovery Solutions, LLC
27) Rocky Mountain Human Services
28) Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association Colorado Chapter
29) Solari
30) Southern Farm Bureau Casualty Insurance Company
31) Spectra Centers
940-420-1848,
100 West Liberty Street, 10th Floor, Reno, NV, 89501,
3) BMG Money
4) Builders Association of Northern Nevada
6) Consumer Data Industry Association
7) Crown Castle
11) High Sierra Lacrosse League
12) Infinite Campus
15) Manufactured Home Community Owners Association
17) Microsoft
18) National Association of Vision Care Plans
19) Nevada Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
20) Nevada Home Builders Association
22) Nevada Mineral Exploration Coalition
23) Nevada Orthopaedic Society
24) Nevada State Board of Optometry
25) Nevada State Board of Osteopathic Medicine
26) Nevada State Society of Anesthesiologists
27) Nevada State Tow Association
30) Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority
31) Select Health
720-626-4475
1660 Lincoln Street, Suite 2125, Denver, CO, 80238,
1) Adobe Inc.
3) Carbon Removal Co., Inc. dba Vaulted Deep
8) Communicare
9) Cornerstone Government Affairs
10) CRH Americas
13) Epiq Global
14) GHGSat Inc.
17) Intuit
18) Land O Lakes
19) Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute
20) MxV Rail
21) Neighborhood Development Collaborative
22) Northwoods Consulting Partners, Inc.
23) Pano AI, Inc.
25) Recsol Recovery Solutions, LLC
26) Rocky Mountain Human Services
27) Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association-Colorado
28) Solari
29) Southern Farm Bureau Casualty Insurance Company
30) Spectra Centers
(404) 372-3270
260 Peachtree Street NW, SUITE 1225, ATLANTA, GA, 30303,
775-326-4317,
100 West Liberty Street, 10th Floor, Reno, NV, 89501,
3) BMG Money
4) Builders Association of Northern Nevada
6) Consumer Data Industry Association
7) Crown Castle
11) High Sierra Lacrosse League
12) Infinite Campus
15) Manufactured Home Community Owners Association
17) Microsoft
18) National Association of Vision Care Plans
19) Nevada Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
20) Nevada Home Builders Association
22) Nevada Mineral Exploration Coalition
23) Nevada Orthopaedic Society
24) Nevada State Board of Optometry
25) Nevada State Board of Osteopathic Medicine
26) Nevada State Society of Anesthesiologists
27) Nevada State Tow Association
30) Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority
31) Retail Association of Nevada
32) Select Health
775-721-8175,
100 West Liberty Street, 10th Floor, Reno, NV, 89501,
3) BMG Money
4) Builders Association of Northern Nevada
6) Consumer Data Industry Association
7) Crown Castle
11) High Sierra Lacrosse League
12) Infinite Campus
16) Microsoft
17) National Association of Vision Care Plans
18) Nevada Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
19) Nevada Home Builders Association
21) Nevada Mineral Exploration Coalition
22) Nevada Orthopaedic Society
23) Nevada State Board of Optometry
24) Nevada State Board of Osteopathic Medicine
25) Nevada State Society of Anesthesiologists
26) Nevada State Tow Association
29) Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority
30) Select Health
720-427-4120
1660 Lincoln St., Suite 2125, Denver, CO, 80264,
1) Adobe Inc.
3) Carbon Removal Co., Inc. dba Vaulted Deep
8) CommuniCare Technology, Inc.
9) Cornerstone Government Affairs
10) CRH Americas
13) Epiq
14) GHGSat Inc.
18) Intuit
21) Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute
22) MxV Rail
23) National Insurance Crime Bureau
24) Neighborhood Development Collaborative
25) Northwoods Consulting Partners, Inc.
26) Pano AI, Inc.
27) Recsol Recovery Solutions, LLC
28) Rocky Mountain Human Services
29) Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association Colorado Chapter
30) Solari Inc.
31) Southern Farm Bureau Casualty Insurance Company
32) Spectra Centers
775-326.4325,
100 West Liberty Street, 10th Floor, Reno, NV, 89501,
3) BMG MONEY
4) BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF NORTHERN NEVADA
6) CONSUMER DATA INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION
7) CROWN CASTLE
11) HIGH SIERRA LACROSSE LEAGUE
12) INFINITE CAMPUS
15) MANUFACTURED HOME COMMUNITY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
17) MICROSOFT
18) NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF VISION CARE PLANS
19) NEVADA BOARD OF PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS
20) NEVADA HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION
22) NEVADA MINERAL EXPLORATION COALITION
23) NEVADA ORTHOPAEDIC SOCIETY
24) NEVADA STATE BOARD OF OPTOMETRY
25) NEVADA STATE BOARD OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE
26) NEVADA STATE SOCIETY OF ANESTHESIOLOGISTS
27) NEVADA STATE TOW ASSOCIATION
30) REGIONAL EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES AUTHORITY
31) SELECT HEALTH
32) SOUTHERN NEVADA HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION
(301) 634-0818
1616 Bethlehem Road, Knightdale, NC, 27545,
1) Association for Consumer Debt Relief by MultiState Associates LLC
3) Carvana
8) ICF
10) ITG Brands, LLC
702-513-2640 ,
100 West Liberty Street, 10th Floor, Reno, NV, 89501,
3) BMG Money
4) Builders Association of Northern Nevada
6) Consumer Data Industry Association
7) Crown Castle
11) High Sierra Lacrosse League
12) Infinite Campus
15) Manufactured Home Community Owners Association
17) Microsoft
18) National Association of Vision Care Plans
19) Nevada Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
20) Nevada Home Builders Association
22) Nevada Mineral Exploration Coalition
23) Nevada Orthopaedic Society
24) Nevada State Board of Optometry
25) Nevada State Board of Osteopathic Medicine
26) Nevada State Society of Anesthesiologists
27) Nevada State Tow Association
30) Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority
31) Select Health
32) Southern Nevada Home Builders Association
914-255-0968
1660 Lincoln Street, Suite 2125, Denver, CO, 80264,
1) Adobe Inc.
3) Carbon Removal Co., Inc. dba Vaulted Deep
8) CommuniCare Technology Inc.
9) Cornerstone Government Affairs
10) CRH Americas
13) Epiq Global
14) GHGSat Inc.
17) Intuit
19) Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute
20) MxV Rail
21) Neighborhood Development Collaborative
22) Northwoods Consulting Partners, Inc.
23) Pano AI, Inc.
24) Recsol Recovery Solutions, LLC
25) Rocky Mountain Human Services
26) Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Assoication Colorado Chapter
27) Solari
28) Southern Farm Bureau Casualty Insurance Company
29) Spectra Centers
30) The Phoenix