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The Smith-Free Group plays a significant role in shaping public policy on diverse issues encompassing financial services, intellectual property, energy, tax and trade, transportation, and natural resources matters, among others. A bipartisan firm, Smith-Free represents clients on matters involving the U.S. Congress and throughout the U.S. Executive Branch.

Gina Mahony has more than 20 years of experience working with members of Congress, federal agencies, and the White House. Gina spent 11 years on Capitol Hill, working for four members of Congress, including five years as senior policy and political advisor to Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (D-MD). She has an expertise in navigating the House Democratic Caucus, and close relationships with members of the New Democrat Coalition and the Blue Dog Coalition.

Sacramento Advocates is a full-service government relations and public affairs firm that has dedicated more than three decades to representing clients’ interests inside California state government and with high-level administrative and agency leaders. Sacramento Advocates utilizes its team’s expertise in state budget, legislative, and administrative actions to provide clients with advocacy, strategic counsel, and procurement services in California.

Earnscliffe is a Canada-headquartered public affairs firm that provides clients across the spectrum of industries and segments with a unique understanding of Canada and where It intersects in the world. Its leadership team includes former government policymakers, business leaders, academics, award-winning journalists, and public opinion analysts.

Joe Britton is the President of Pioneer Public Affairs, helping clients with legislative engagement, political consulting, and climate & conservation leadership needs. Joe spent the past 15 years in the U.S. Senate, most recently serving as Chief of Staff for Senator Martin Heinrich (D-NM), and at USDA. Joe is the Founder of The Business Climate Initiative.

Chris Moore is a Principal at Ceartas Advisors. Chris is an accomplished global strategist, advocate and communicator who advises clients on food, health care, trade, intellectual property, antitrust, IT and other policy matters. He has worked for leading industry associations and held senior positions in the United Nations and the U.S. government.