(360) 481-1824
1001 Cooper Point Rd SW suite 140-720, OLYMPIA, WA, 98502,
McBride Public Affairs has represented a broad array of public and private groups and organizations in Olympia. Together, Tom and his team offer the depth of knowledge and skill it takes to effectively advocate on behalf of their clients' interests. Whether it's drafting favorable legislation or addressing unnecessary regulation, their expertise and insights make McBride Public Affairs an indispensable part of any strategic advocacy effort.
Firm Specialties:
EXPERIENCED. INSIGHTFUL. EFFECTIVE.
From taxation concerns to land-use policy, from political action committees to fair labor standards, McBride Public Affairs offers unmatched insights into the subtle and not-so-subtle processes of government decision-making. Tom's background as an attorney makes him uniquely able to help his clients understand the intricacies of state policy formulation, bill development and the rule-making process. Together, Tom and his team keep their clients well-informed and well-positioned to thrive in an ever-changing political environment.
While some lobbyists focus only on state legislation, Tom and his team work closely with regulatory agencies and local jurisdictions, knowing their impacts on his clients' destiny can be just as great as the Legislature's. Their strategic methods and trust-building approach position McBride Public Affairs among the most effective lobbying groups in Washington and throughout the Pacific Northwest.
3) American Association for Debt Resolution (thru MultiState Associates LLC)
4) American Retirement Association
5) AMGEN INC
6) BOEING
7) CA, Inc. and its Affiliates
9) DART CONTAINER CORP (THROUGH MULTISTATE ASSOCIATES LLC)
10) Elevance Health, and its Affiliates
12) GPD Holdings LLC d/b/a CoinFlip
13) Growth Energy
14) HONDA NORTH AMERICA (THRU MULTISTATE ASSOCIATES LLC)
15) Horizon Therapeutics USA, Inc.
16) KITSAP CO
17) L'Oreal USA
20) Molson Coors Beverage Company USA LLC
21) MT SPOKANE 2000
22) NATIONAL ELEVATOR INDUSTRY INC
28) SPOKANE PUBLIC FACILITIES DIST
29) Superior Court Judges Association
31) TK Elevator
32) Uber Technologies Inc and Affiliates
34) VMware LLC
35) WA ASSN OF JUVENILE COURT ADMINISTRATORS
36) Whatcom Co
37) WHATCOM CO COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
38) ZERO WASTE WA
20+ years
TOM MCBRIDE has advocated for groups and organizations that depend on fair and reasonable treatment under the law for more than 20 years. He has developed a reputation as an effective lobbyist, founded on high ethical standards, aggressive advocacy and personal authenticity.
Tom began his career as a private practice attorney representing commercial and financial interests, with a focus on commercial litigation and bankruptcy law. He went on to serve as government affairs director for fiscal and transportation issues on behalf of the Association of Washington Business, Washington state's chamber of commerce. He then directed the government relations program for the West division of the McDonald's Corporation.
Tom also has firsthand experience working within Washington state government. As director of intergovernmental affairs for the Washington State Department of Community, Trade, and Economic Development, he oversaw regulatory and legislative interests in energy, economic development, housing, international trade and growth management.
In 2008, he founded McBride Public Affairs, to advocate for clients on legislative and regulatory matters in Washington state.
A 1994 graduate of Gonzaga University School of Law, Tom holds a bachelor's degree in Political Science from Whitman College. He and his family make their home in Olympia.
(253) 620-6636
1201 Pacific Avenue, Suite 2100, Tacoma, WA, 98401,
Subjects: Agencies/Regulations, Alcohol, Animals/Agriculture, Appropriations/Budgets, Business/Commerce, Consumer Protection, Energy/Utilities, Environment/Recycling, Finance/Banking, Food/Restaurants, Health Care, Housing/Real Estate/Development/Construction, Insurance, Manufacturing, Medicare/Medicaid, Pharmaceuticals, Planning/Land Use/Zoning, Privacy/Internet, Professional/Vocational Licensing, Public Sector, Retail, RFP/Procurement, Science/Technology, Taxes, Telecommunications, Tourism/Hospitality, Transportation/Vehicles
Links:Website
Diana Carlen is a Vice President at Gordon Thomas Honeywell Governmental Affairs (GTH-GA), the state's largest comprehensive governmental affairs firm. GTH-GA is information-driven and non-partisan. Diana represents a broad group of clients before the state legislature, state agencies, and the executive branch.
4) Benton County Commissioners
5) Carahsoft Technology Corporation
11) CITY OF BELLEVUE
12) City of Blaine
13) City of Bothell
17) City of Hoquiam
18) CITY OF ISSAQUAH
19) CITY OF KELSO
20) CITY OF KENMORE
22) CITY OF KENT
25) CITY OF LAKEWOOD
26) CITY OF LONGVIEW
27) City of Lynden
28) City of Lynnwood
32) City Of Othello
33) CITY OF PASCO
35) CITY OF REDMOND
36) CITY OF SEATAC
38) City of Sultan
39) CITY OF TACOMA
41) CLARK COUNTY
42) Coalition of Ignition Interlock Manufacturers
43) Consumer Brands Association
44) COWLITZ PUD
45) Economic Alliance Snohomish County
48) FEDEX
49) Food Northwest
50) GOODWILL OF THE OLYMPICS & RAINIER REGION
52) HIGHLINE COLLEGE
55) Island County
56) Jaguar Transport Holdings LLC
57) Lewis County
58) Lewis PUD 01
59) Manulife Investment Management Timberland and Agriculture
61) MGA Home Healthcare Washington LLC
62) North Olympic Legislative Alliance
63) Omega Flex, Inc.
64) PACIFIC COAST SHELLFISH GROWERS ASSN
65) Pacific Lutheran University
67) PIERCE TRANSIT
68) PORT BLAKELY
70) Port of Longview
71) Port of Pasco
72) PRA Group, Inc.
73) Puget Sound & Pacific Railroad
74) RELX INC
75) San Juan County
76) Skagit County
77) SNOHOMISH CO
78) SSMCP
82) UHV Manager LLC
83) WA ASSN OF NURSE ANESTHETISTS
86) WA Horsemen's Benevolent & Protective Assn
90) Washington School Counselor Association
91) Watco
92) Whatcom Co
93) YAKIMA CO
6-10 years
Diana Carlen leads the firm's business and utility practice and has over 20 years of legal and legislative experience. Prior to joining Gordon Thomas Honeywell Governmental Affairs, Diana served as Leadership Counsel to the Senate Republican Caucus. In that role, she also served as the caucus attorney for the following policy issues: energy, natural resources, agriculture, land use, telecommunications and water issues. Prior to working for the Senate, Diana practiced law for several years focusing on land use and environmental issues and also served as a Law Clerk to Chief Justice Gerry Alexander of the Washington State Supreme Court. Diana represents several of the firm's business clients, public utilities, and port clients.
(253) 620-6639
PO BOX 1677, TACOMA, WA, 98401,
4) Benton County Commissioners
5) Carahsoft Technology Corporation
11) CITY OF BELLEVUE
12) City of Blaine
13) City of Bothell
17) City of Hoquiam
18) CITY OF ISSAQUAH
19) CITY OF KELSO
20) CITY OF KENMORE
22) CITY OF KENT
25) CITY OF LAKEWOOD
26) CITY OF LONGVIEW
27) City of Lynden
28) City of Lynnwood
32) City Of Othello
33) CITY OF PASCO
35) CITY OF REDMOND
36) CITY OF SEATAC
38) City of Sultan
39) CITY OF TACOMA
41) CLARK COUNTY
42) Coalition of Ignition Interlock Manufacturers
43) Consumer Brands Association
44) COWLITZ PUD
45) Economic Alliance Snohomish County
48) FEDEX
49) Food Northwest
50) GOODWILL OF THE OLYMPICS & RAINIER REGION
52) HIGHLINE COLLEGE
55) Island County
56) Jaguar Transport Holdings LLC
57) Lewis County
58) Lewis PUD 01
59) Manulife Investment Management Timberland and Agriculture
61) MGA Home Healthcare Washington LLC
62) North Olympic Legislative Alliance
63) Omega Flex, Inc.
64) PACIFIC COAST SHELLFISH GROWERS ASSN
65) Pacific Lutheran University
67) PIERCE TRANSIT
68) PORT BLAKELY
70) Port of Longview
71) Port of Pasco
72) PRA Group, Inc.
73) Puget Sound & Pacific Railroad
74) RELX INC
75) San Juan County
76) Skagit County
77) SNOHOMISH CO
78) SSMCP
82) UHV Manager LLC
83) WA ASSN OF NURSE ANESTHETISTS
86) WA Horsemen's Benevolent & Protective Assn
90) Washington School Counselor Association
91) Watco
92) Whatcom Co
93) YAKIMA CO
Tim Schellberg is the Founder and President of Gordon Thomas Honeywell Governmental Affairs, an internationally known governmental affairs and government business market development firm. In addition to serving as the firm's managing partner, Tim maintains an active governmental affairs and market development practice, and provides strategic direction to the firm's four primary divisions: International, Multi-State, Federal, and Washington State. Under Tim's leadership, the firm has had impressive growth and success.
Tim is recognized nationally and internationally for his work to create and grow new markets by collaborating with business and government to implement dynamic public policy and technology based solutions. Tim has used over 25 years of professional experience, worldwide contacts and knowledge of global government institutions to actively lead legislative based projects in over 30 countries and within the United States.
(360) 561-3560
1201 Pacific Avenue, Suite 2100, Tacoma, WA, 98402,
Subjects: Agencies/Regulations, Animals/Agriculture, Appropriations/Budgets, Business/Commerce, City/County Government, Corrections/Criminal Justice, Environment/Recycling, Housing/Real Estate/Development/Construction, Manufacturing, Non-Profit, Planning/Land Use/Zoning, Public Safety, Public Sector, Science/Technology, Taxes, Transportation/Vehicles
Josh has over two decades of experience in government relations representing both public and private entities in the legislative and executive branches of Washington State government. Josh is a Vice President at Gordon Thomas Honeywell Governmental Affairs (GTH-GA), the state's largest comprehensive governmental affairs firm. GTH-GA is information-driven and non-partisan.
4) Benton County Commissioners
5) Carahsoft Technology Corporation
11) CITY OF BELLEVUE
12) City of Blaine
13) City of Bothell
17) City of Hoquiam
18) CITY OF ISSAQUAH
19) CITY OF KELSO
20) CITY OF KENMORE
22) CITY OF KENT
25) CITY OF LAKEWOOD
26) CITY OF LONGVIEW
27) City of Lynden
28) City of Lynnwood
32) City Of Othello
33) CITY OF PASCO
35) CITY OF REDMOND
36) CITY OF SEATAC
38) City of Sultan
39) CITY OF TACOMA
41) CLARK COUNTY
42) Coalition of Ignition Interlock Manufacturers
43) Consumer Brands Association
44) COWLITZ PUD
45) Economic Alliance Snohomish County
48) FEDEX
49) Food Northwest
50) GOODWILL OF THE OLYMPICS & RAINIER REGION
52) HIGHLINE COLLEGE
55) Island County
56) Jaguar Transport Holdings LLC
57) Lewis County
58) Lewis PUD 01
59) Manulife Investment Management Timberland and Agriculture
61) MGA Home Healthcare Washington LLC
62) North Olympic Legislative Alliance
63) Omega Flex, Inc.
64) PACIFIC COAST SHELLFISH GROWERS ASSN
65) Pacific Lutheran University
67) PIERCE TRANSIT
68) PORT BLAKELY
70) Port of Longview
71) Port of Pasco
72) PRA Group, Inc.
73) Puget Sound & Pacific Railroad
74) RELX INC
75) San Juan County
76) Skagit County
77) SNOHOMISH CO
78) SSMCP
82) UHV Manager LLC
83) WA ASSN OF NURSE ANESTHETISTS
86) WA Horsemen's Benevolent & Protective Assn
90) Washington School Counselor Association
91) Watco
92) Whatcom Co
93) YAKIMA CO
20+ years
Nonpartisan staff for House members during development and passage of Washington's Forests & Fish law.
Josh has relationships with key legislators, statewide elected officials, agency staff and locally elected officials across the state.
Prior to joining the GTH-GA team, Josh spent nearly 10 years advocating for counties, serving as the Legislative Relations and Policy Director and General Counsel for the Washington State Association of Counties. Josh started working in Olympia in 1998 as nonpartisan counsel to the House of Representatives and served as Legislative Director for the Department of Fish and Wildlife. As Environmental Policy Director for the Washington Forest Protection Association he represented private forest landowners in the state's environmental regulatory system. He also assisted in Governor Locke's water reform efforts. Josh is a member of the Washington State Bar Association, graduate of Central Washington University and the Vermont Law School, and is a fourth generation Washingtonian. He lives in Olympia with his wife Karen.
(360) 918-3695
111 21St Ave SW, Olympia, WA, 98501,
Subjects: Alcohol, Animals/Agriculture, Appropriations/Budgets, Business/Commerce, City/County Government, Education, Energy/Utilities, Environment/Recycling, Finance/Banking, Food/Restaurants, Gaming, Health Care, Housing/Real Estate/Development/Construction, Manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals, Planning/Land Use/Zoning, Privacy/Internet, Retail, Science/Technology, Taxes, Telecommunications, Tourism/Hospitality, Transportation/Vehicles
Links:Website
Patrick is a seasoned political professional with nearly two decades of experience in Washington State, Oregon, and Washington D.C., advising both Democrats and Republicans. From private and public sector lobbying to overseeing operations for a large state agency, Patrick's resume showcases an impressive depth in all things politics and government.
2) American Promotional Events Northwest Inc. DBA TNT Fireworks
6) Commonwealth Real Estate Services
8) Cooke Aquaculture Pacific LLC
10) INVENERGY
0-5 years
Patrick is a seasoned political professional with nearly two decades of experience in Washington State, Oregon, and Washington D.C., advising both Democrats and Republicans. From private and public sector lobbying to overseeing operations for a large state agency, Patrick's resume showcases an impressive depth in all things politics and government.
Before joining The Nichols Group, Patrick most recently served as Deputy Director of the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA). For nearly a decade, Patrick rose through the ranks at WSDA holding key policy positions where he fostered deep relationships with legislators, government officials, and other stakeholders, culminating in being appointed Deputy Director in 2017.
Known for his diplomatic approach, Patrick is recognized universally as a relationship and consensus builder. He earned a bachelor's degree in Political Science from Willamette University and is an avid outdoorsman.
Melissa's bipartisan approach to advocacy before the Washington State Legislature and Office of the Governor has resulted in public policy improvements for her clients. She focuses on providing regulatory, legislative and political advice for her clients.
11-15 years
Melissa Gombosky is the principal lobbyist and owner of Gombosky Public Affairs. Melissa's bipartisan approach to advocacy before the Washington State Legislature and Office of the Governor has resulted in public policy improvements for her clients. In the 2020 legislative session Melissa lobbied on behalf of Microsoft to pass the first facial recognition policy in the United States. Her clients include Inland Empire Paper Company; Personal Care Products Council, The Washington State Dental Association, Association of American Publishers, Spokane, Central Valley, Evergreen, and Vancouver Public Schools, and Safelite Auto. Prior to her lobbying work, Melissa worked for the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America. She is a graduate of Whitworth University and former English teacher. She participated in the Governor appointed Rwanda delegation as part of the Woman in Democracy program. She also serves on the boards of the Boys and Girls Club and Olympia Education Foundation in Thurston County. Melissa and her husband live in Olympia and have two college age sons. She recently completed her Master Scuba Diver certification and is now working toward her first professional scuba credential.
Palattao Burnes Strategies is a top-tier government relations and legislative advocacy firm in Washington State, known for its specialized expertise, strategic vision, and strong commitment to client outcomes. Our method transcends typical advocacy by integrating thorough legislative tracking, proactive policy involvement, and tailored strategic counsel to advance client goals effectively in both legislative and regulatory contexts. Our bipartisan work with the Washington State Legislature and Executive Offices has resulted in impactful public policy reforms, bolstered by precise regulatory, legislative, and political insights customized to each client's objectives.
0-5 years
Before beginning her lobbying career, Nora worked as the top aide to the former Speaker of the House Frank Chopp and several other House Democratic Leadership team members, including Representative Christine Kilduff, currently the Speaker's Attorney, and former Democratic Caucus Chair Eric Pettigrew. A graduate of the University of Washington and Washington State University, Nora has served for 17 years in the U.S. Army and is a Civil Affairs officer and Jumpmaster in the U.S. Army Reserve. She is based in and lives with her family in Olympia, WA.
360-918-6838
111 21St Ave SW, Olympia, WA, 98501,
Subjects: Agencies/Regulations, Alcohol, Animals/Agriculture, Appropriations/Budgets, Business/Commerce, City/County Government, Education, Energy/Utilities, Environment/Recycling, Finance/Banking, Food/Restaurants, Gaming, Health Care, Housing/Real Estate/Development/Construction, Manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals, Planning/Land Use/Zoning, Privacy/Internet, Retail, Science/Technology, Taxes, Telecommunications, Tourism/Hospitality, Transportation/Vehicles
Links:Website
Troy Nichols, owner of The Nichols Group Government Relations, brings nearly thirty years of policy and political experience in the Pacific Northwest. He first moved to Washington State from Oregon to become the state director of the National Federation of Independent Business in 2007. Two years later he became the Director of Policy Development for the Washington State House Republican Caucus. Before joining PBGR in 2017, Troy served as Executive Officer of the Olympia Master Builders for three years.
2) American Promotional Events Northwest Inc. DBA TNT Fireworks
6) Commonwealth Real Estate Services
8) Cooke Aquaculture Pacific LLC
10) INVENERGY
6-10 years
Troy's tactical approach to advocacy - for even the most unique public policy challenges facing Northwest industries - has been shaped over nearly three decades of policy experience in the Pacific Northwest. He specializes in providing strategic lobbying and consulting services, helping his diverse clients navigate Olympia politics and achieve their legislative, regulatory and state funding goals.
Prior to taking ownership of The Nichols Group Government Relations, Troy's broad experience gave him a unique perspective that can only come from first-hand experience over 25 years in campaigns, grassroots organization, trade association management, and serving as legislative staff:
Troy believes in keeping The Nichols Group Government Relations a resourceful and nimble company so that its partners can work directly with clients on their specific policy challenges. A graduate of Western Oregon University, Troy also served on the City Council in Keizer, Oregon. He lives in rural Thurston County with his wife, Julie, a real estate attorney, and their two young children.
I bring a balanced, nonpartisan approach to representing the interests of my clients in state public policy and fiscal matters. My firm manages public and governmental affairs for clients, coordinates and strengthens grassroots efforts, and provides consulting on how to comply with state laws on campaign finance reform and ethics. The most significant responsibility I have to my clients is to create a positive political presence for each client's' specific issues before elected officials, state agencies, and the executive branch of state government.My client base is intentionally broad. I represent clients in health care, transportation, several professional associations, and several public entities. It is my belief that by covering more of the policy and fiscal issues addressed by the legislature, I am better able to manage my clients' interests because I have a more complete picture of the various dynamics operating within the legislature at any point in time.
20+ years
Established the first scholarship program for accounting students in Washington State using CPA licensing fee dollars
Passed a law that allows physicians to apologize to patients and their family members and the apology is not admissible in court as part of a malpractice suit
Created a law that recognized oral chemotherapy treatment on parity with traditional chemotherapy treatments for insurance coverage purposes
Passed the first law in the nation to recognize youth concussions in sports that "when in doubt, the student athlete sits it out"
Worked to secure the first law in the nation to establish direct primary care
Created one of the most liberal laws in the country for the use of Segways
Passed the first LIFT program in the state that allowed for St. Anthony's hospital to be built
Repeatedly defeated tax proposal that would impact the movement of cargo through our deep water ports
Passed the first law in our state to allow a Public Utility District to offer retail telecommunication services
Passed one of the first laws in the country to allow patients to take their vision care prescriptions with them to another provider
Passed a law that amended the dental practice act to protect the use of Dental Support Organizations by dentists in WA state.
Worked to secure a budget proviso that directed the Health Care Authority to go out for an RFP for managed dental care moving the state away from fee-for-service
Secured funding in the Capital Budget for the Port of Tacoma and the Seaport Alliance for clean air and remedial action grants
Lisa Thatcher is a lobbying firm committed to communication, information exchange, integrity, and a lobbying style that does not emphasize entertainment of elected officials.
First: COMMUNICATION! I pride myself on effective and timely communication. I am always accessible and responsive to my clients, elected officials and others.
Second: INFORMATION EXCHANGE! I focus on accurate information and the appropriate exchange of the necessary form and manner of information. I keep my clients up-to-date on the happenings of state government in general and their issues specifically.
Third: INTEGRITY! My success is based on my reputation. My word is trusted and respected. Since I am the face for my clients' issues in the political arena, it is essential that I am trusted and highly regarded in the lobby and governmental affairs business.
Fourth: STRAIGHT FORWARD! I am not a deep pocket entertainer. While I often meet an elected official over coffee and may take a legislator to an occasional lunch or dinner, I do not emphasize entertainment. I value the working relationships I have with legislators, agency heads, and staff, but my interactions are professional and information based.
THE ADVOCACY GROUP
(50 states, Federal and DC, )703-597-4276
1201 Wilson Blvd., 27th Floor, Arlington, VA, 22209,
Subjects: All Subjects
TAG is a one-stop, results-oriented network for clients with needs in a single state or multiple jurisdictions. The TAG network consists of one top firm per jurisdiction or specialty. Collectively we are 60+ firms including lobbyists across the US, public affairs specialists in various countries (Australia, Canada, Mexico, Russia, CIS, Central Asia, Central & Eastern Europe, Turkey, Israel, United Kingdom and the European Union) and specialty services (50-state legislative and regulatory tracking, grassroots, jury selection, market entry strategy and social enterprise business development).
Each TAG member offers its clients a tailored strategy that will provide them with a solution. Our TAG members are an integrated team, both near and far throughout the world, yet offering insight within each location.
The TAG network consists of the top lobbying firms across the US, public affairs specialists in various countries and specialty services.
US Members:
50-States
DC Council
US Congress
International:
Profile Consulting (Aust) Pty Ltd (Australia)
Tactix (Canada)
Monarch Global Strategies (Mexico, Central & South America)
Kesarev (Russia, CIS, Central Asia, Central & Eastern Europe, Turkey & Israel)
Instinctif Partners (United Kingdom & the European Union)
Specialty members:
Five Corners Strategies (Grassroots Advocacy & Public Affairs)
FOCUS, a Leonine Business (50-State Legislative & Regulatory Tracking & Analysis)
Select Litigation (Jury Selection)
Bullpen, LLC (Market Entry Strategy)
The Virtuous Cycle Collaboratory (Social Enterprise Business Development)
Law Offices of Mitchell D. Gravo, Inc. (Specialty Member)
Mark Streuli is a lobbyist with over 25 years of experience in government affairs. He's always been enthusiastic about making a difference and that led to a 17-year career with the Washington State Senate helping legislators with multiple policy issues. Mark followed that up with several leadership positions in state government, including the legislative liaison and deputy director of agriculture. In 2018 Mark opened Streuli Public Affairs, where he now serves a broad array of clients through his enthusiastic advocacy on their behalf.
Over the years, Mark has built a broad network of contacts at all levels of government and is known for creating strong and effective coalitions to achieve legislative objectives. He's successfully worked numerous bills and budget requests. In addition, Marks' work in state government has helped hone his expertise in guiding clients through regulatory challenges and the rule making process. Mark places a strong emphasis on client communication. He works hard to build rapport and makes sure the client always has the latest information. In addition, Mark is adept at making sure clients have the tools necessary to communicate effectively with their constituencies. Client success is what drives Mark at Streuli Public Affairs. Over the years, his extensive legislative expertise and network of relationships across all levels of government, has allowed him to deliver professional representation and desirable outcomes.
The overriding philosophy to this government relations effort is a bi-partisan, constructive, solution- oriented approach to public policy challenges. I also work to provide timely and responsive analysis to clients and place a premium on a professional approach to all parties I work with. To achieve the most advantageous results requires the ability to take advantage of both formal and informal opportunities for interaction with identified parties.
15-20 years
Elected four times as State Representative from the 3rd Legislative District (Spokane).
Work History
2006 - present
Contract lobbyist currently retained by Anheuser Busch-In Bev Companies, Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America, Enterprise Holdings Inc., Graduation Alliance, MultiCare Health System, Tesla, Ticketmaster, and the Washington Health Care Association.
Past clients include the Puget Sound Regional Council, Inland Northwest Health Services, Community Health Systems, the Institute for Systems Medicine, Eastern Washington University, Associated Industries of Spokane, WA., HMS Inc., Amgen, Shire U.S. Inc., the Kalispel Tribal Economic Authority, Port Madison Enterprises, McLane Co., The Alliance for Solar Choice, Joe King and Associates, and the Energy Freedom Coalition of America.
2003-2006
Director of Government Relations for Eastern Washington University. Responsible for overseeing the University’s engagement with federal, state and local government entities along with various stakeholder groups within higher education and the Spokane community.
1996-2003
Washington State House of Representatives, State Representative from the 3rd Legislative District (Spokane). Served as the Chair of the House Finance Committee, Floor Leader, and as a member of the Appropriations Committee, Higher Education Committee, Trade and Economic Development Committee, and Children and Family Services Committee.
Education
BA, Eastern Washington University, 1994
AA, Spokane Falls Community College, 1991
3606281698
PO BOX 14996, TUMWATER, WA, 98511,
2) AMERICAN COUNCIL OF LIFE INSURERS
3) AMERICAN FAMILY MUTUAL INSURANCE
4) AMERICAN PROPERTY CASUALTY INSURANCE ASSOCIATION
5) Architects and Engineers Legislative Council
6) ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS OF WA
7) AVISTA CORP
