Introduction

ARA is unique. We represent numerous firefighters, law enforcement and labor groups, as well as fortune 500 companies, corporations and large trade associations. As a result of our diverse client base, we build relationships with Democratic and Republican lawmakers during their campaigns, long before they are elected to office.

Achievements

By any yardstick, Aaron Read and Associates is recognized as one of the premier lobbying firms in Sacramento. Whether it's based on annual billings or word of mouth referrals, ARA is at the top of the list. In addition, ARA has been listed as one of the top-ranked lobby firms in Capitol Weekly, a well-known publication, since they started their rankings 10 years ago.

Clients

1) ALLIANCE FOR AUTOMOTIVE INNOVATION

2) AMAROK, LLC

3) AMERICAN CAREER COLLEGE, INC.

4) AMERICAN KRATOM ASSOCIATION

5) AMERICAN MOTORCYCLE ASSOCIATION, DISTRICT 36

6) AMERICAN REGISTRY OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGISTS

7) CAHP CREDIT UNION

8) CAL FIRE LOCAL 2881

9) CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF HIGHWAY PATROLMEN

10) CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF PROFESSIONAL SCIENTISTS

11) CALIFORNIA DENTAL HYGIENISTS ASSOCIATION

12) CALIFORNIA FOUR WHEEL DRIVE ASSOCIATION (CAL4WHEEL)

13) CALIFORNIA FUNERAL DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION

14) CALIFORNIA GRAND CASINO

15) CALIFORNIA HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION/CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF HOSPITALS AND HEALTH SYSTEMS

16) CALIFORNIA MASSAGE THERAPY COUNCIL (CAMTC)

17) CALIFORNIA OPTOMETRIC ASSOCIATION

18) CALIFORNIA PRIMARY CARE ASSOCIATION AND AFFILIATED ENTITY CALIFORNIA PRIMARY CARE ASSOCIATION ADVOCATES

19) CALIFORNIA RECREATIONAL VEHICLE DEALERS ASSOCIATION (CALRVDA)

20) CALIFORNIA SOCIETY FOR RESPIRATORY CARE

21) CALIFORNIA SOCIETY OF ENROLLED AGENTS

22) CALIFORNIA STATE CLUB ASSOCIATION

23) CALIFORNIA STATE RAILROAD MUSEUM FOUNDATION

24) CALIFORNIA STRATEGIES & ADVOCACY, LLC

25) CHEECH & CHONG GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.

26) COMCAST CORPORATION AND ITS WHOLLY OWNED SUBSIDIARIES INCLUDING NBC UNIVERSAL MEDIA, LLC

27) COMMUNITY CHOICE FINANCIAL

28) CRYSTAL COVE CONSERVANCY

29) FEDERATED INDIANS OF GRATON RANCHERIA

30) FISERV, INC.

31) JAMES HARDIE BUILDING PRODUCTS INC.

32) MATSON NAVIGATION COMPANY, INC. AND ITS AFFILIATED COMPANIES

33) OFF ROAD BUSINESS ASSOCIATION

34) OMIDYAR NETWORK

35) ORANGE COUNTY EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION

36) PASADENA METRO BLUE LINE CONSTRUCTION AUTHORITY AKA METRO GOLD LINE FOOTHILL EXTENSION CONSTRUCTION AUTHORITY

37) PEACE OFFICERS RESEARCH ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA

38) PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS IN CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT

39) RESOURCES LEGACY FUND

40) RETIRED PUBLIC EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION

41) SAN DIEGO MILITARY ADVISORY COUNCIL

42) SAN FRANCISCO POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION

43) SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA RENTAL HOUSING ASSOCIATION

44) TAXICAB PARATRANSIT ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA

45) UNITED SERVICES AUTOMOBILE ASSOCIATION (USAA) AND AFFILIATED ENTITIES

46) UPPER SAN GABRIEL VALLEY MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT

47) WEST COAST UNIVERSITY INC.

Number of Years as a Lobbyist

20+ years

Relationships

Aaron Read and Associates' (ARA) services run the gamut of all types and aspects of Governmental Representation including the Administration, the Legislature and each of its committees, and regulatory agencies. In addition, ARA provides consulting on government procurement issues. Our sister company, Marketplace Communications, provides a full range of public affairs services including social media, campaigns, video and audio productions, and strategy to achieve your goals. Marketplace Communications has won numerous Pollie Awards from the American Association of Political Consultants.

Biography

Patrick Moran comes with over 20 years of lobbying and legislative experience. He served as Special Consultant to Speaker Herb Wesson and Speaker Fabian Nunez where he worked on public safety, retirement and labor issues.Prior to joining the Speakers office, Patrick was chief lobbyist for the California State Firefighters' Association (CSFA) where he was responsible for the governmental affairs of the organization, both legislative and political. Patrick also lobbied for the Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC), local governments, the State Association of County Retirement Systems (SACRS) and the California Treasurers and Tax Collectors Association.As a result of his diverse work experiences, Patrick has worked for Aaron Read & Associates on a variety of issues including, but not limited to; the state budget, labor, retirement, workers compensation, local government and public safety. He has also worked on a variety of candidate campaigns as well as on statewide ballot measures. While not at work, Patrick enjoys spending time with his wife and four kids.

ARA is unique. We represent numerous firefighters, law enforcement and labor groups, as well as fortune 500 companies, corporations and large trade associations. As a result of our diverse client base, we build relationships with Democratic and Republican lawmakers during their campaigns, long before they are elected to office

Last Updated: November 18, 2024