Have historically focused on healthcare/Medicaid but recently branched out to a broader array of issues
15-20 years
Top Group of Lobbyists and Rising Star in James Magazine
One of four original BR Professionals to support Gov Brian Kemp, strong ties to House/Senate Appropriations, Healthcare and Leadership, Great Relationships with executive agencies and constitutional offices
With decades of political experience working in the State of Georgia and Washington, D.C., Jason Broce owns and leads Terminus South, a government affairs firm representing clients in the construction, education, entertainment and film, healthcare, information technology, tax, telecommunications, and retail industries. Broce has developed strong relationships with local government officials, legislators at the state and federal levels, statewide elected officers, and Georgia Governor Brian Kemp, for whom he served as a campaign policy advisor and a member of the Inaugural Executive Committee. Broce has extensive expertise analyzing policy, drafting legislation, navigating budget development and procurement, and working with regulatory entities on behalf of his clients.
Jason has held two previous positions in government affairs working in-house for Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and the Georgia Health Care Association. Some of his most proud accomplishments are creating an Assisted Living licensure category to allow for elderly Georgians to age in place and funding increase for kids with disabilities to stay at home in a comfortable environment and avoid costly hospital stays.
Originally from Roswell, Georgia, Jason and his wife, Candice, live in Cherokee County with their sons, Beau and Jack, and three rescue dogs. He graduated with honors from Piedmont University in Demorest, Georgia. The Broce family also runs a cattle farm and event venue in Bartow County.
John's past representation of counties and municipalities brings a solid knowledge of legislative issues that can affect local government. Additionally, his experience with healthcare organizations, communications and other industries lends to his broad spectrum of expertise in many fields. John is not afraid of a challenge, and will work hard for you.
20+ years
Georgia State University 40 under 40, Member of 2022 Leadership Georgia
Gov Kemp Inaugural Committee in 2018 and 2022
John began his career in government in the Georgia House Appropriations Office. After leaving the legislative staff, Clayton went on to serve as Deputy Finance Director to former Governor Roy Barnes. John returned to the House where he played an important role in the 2002 election of Terry Coleman as Speaker of the House.
While in government, he served at the highest levels in the Georgia House of Representatives as Chief of Staff to former Speaker of the House Terry Coleman. In that position, Clayton demonstrated his deft touch as he worked behind the scenes to shepherd controversial bills into law at a time of political acrimony and upheaval within state government. Once Speaker Coleman left office, Clayton assisted in the transition for the first Republican Speaker in Georgia's history.
Clayton maintains strong relationships with key decision makers, in both parties, within the executive branch and legislative branch. He also has a proven ability to shape policy decisions within state agencies. His firm, Georgia Public Affairs, often represents Fortune 500 companies as well as public interests in front of all facets of state government. From transportation to healthcare Georgia Public Affairs has made an essential impact on policy in favor of their clients.
He is a graduate of the University of Georgia with a B.A. in Political Science and an M.A in Public Relations, and he also has his J.D. from Georgia State University. Clayton is a member of the Georgia Bar Association, Cartersville Zoning Board, as well as several boards at the state and local level.
Clayton was an original member of the Finance Committee for Governor Brian Kemp. He also has served on the Inaugural Executive Committee for Brian Kemp for Governor.
John is a proud member of the University of Georgia Alumni Association, as well as the Georgia State Alumni Association where he was selected as a member of their 40 under 40 class.
John and his wife Kate attend Macedonia Baptist Church and reside in Cartersville, GA with their two boys, Thomas and Jack, and daughter, Evie.
Driven and enthusiastic Young Consultant with more than ten years of experience in customer service and leadership. Highly experienced and competitive in any position to positively impact the company/team. Demonstrates an optimistic attitude that partners with strong communication skills to exceed/complete any task both individually and collaboratively. Intrigued with making the younger generations come together and understand a political mindset.
0-5 years
Lauren is a young consultant with years of work with elected officials throughout the state. She maintains strong relationships with both statewide and local elected officials. Prior to joining Georgia Public Affairs, Lauren worked on Governor Brian Kemp's Re-election Campaign as the Northwest Georgia Regional Director. Maintaining relationships with local and state elected officials; as well as building out the grassroots organization She also went on to work for Governor Kemp's Inaugural Committee, helping to maintain flow of Inaugural operations
Lauren began her career volunteering for Congressman Barry Loudermilk and other state representatives. From working the field to being behind the scenes at events, this gave her the knowledge into the grassroots organization.
Lauren earned a Bachelor of Sport Management from the University of West Georgia on the Presidents List, where she participated in many organizations and was a part of the Phi Kappa chapter of Chi Omega.
