Utilizes diverse skills such as direct advocacy, policy analysis, grassroots organizing, and message development to assist clients in navigating the legislative and executive branches of Kentucky government.

My partner and I represented clients before the General Assembly and the Executive Branch. We started the business to provide the best possible representation to our clients. The business grew out of our common work for State Farm. We used that mutual client to build a broader clientele.We merged with a larger firm in 2008.

- Handled State Farm's Government, Media and Community Relations in Kentucky. Government Relations - I grew and managed State Farm's grassroots network in Kentucky. I assisted State Farm's contract lobbyist with direct lobbying of the KY General Assembly. I served on Boards and liaised with the Insurance Department.Community Relations - Responsible for all philanthropy requests and State Farm giving in Kentucky to organizations like the Urban League and Junior Achievement. As well as keeping up relations with community organizations.Media Relations - Responded to media inquiries into State Farm issues, like rate increases and coverage issues. Garnered proactive media attention on issues of interest to State Farm, like Frozen Pipes and Dog Bites. Provided information to the media during natural disasters, after the Owensboro tornado I appeared on TV and radio giving information on how to file claims.