(512) 656-8981
1111 Guadalupe Street, Austin, TX, 78701, 
Polan Culley has built its reputation on success in the legislature and state agencies. Representing a variety of corporations, individuals and associations. Robert Culley has developed a vast array of contacts and friends among senators and representatives in both parties as well as among legislative, agency, and gubernatorial staff.
Polan Culley provides services that mean success regardless of circumstances, while offering everything needed to create the right strategy for your public affairs program. We develop, manage and implement comprehensive political and governmental strategies enabling our clients to seize opportunities that will benefit their future growth and success. Our relevant experience, intimate knowledge of the political process and bipartisan relationships with federal, state and local public officials are all leveraged to achieve client goals who need representation in Texas.
Firm Specialties:
Polan Culley has considerable experience in a wide range of legislative affairs. Specific areas include energy, gaming, healthcare, insurance policy, local government, pharmaceuticals, telecommunications, tobacco and various other trades. Polan Culley has demonstrated abilities to work on issues independently as well as being a skilled team manager; assembling teams of lobbyist, grass roots consultants, and public relations professionals to work on complex and multi-faceted legislation
ROBERT CULLEY has had extensive experience in the legislative process for over 35 years before the Texas Legislature and various state agencies of government. He was Chief of Staff for a State Representative who was later elected State Senator. His service at the Capitol has left him with strong relationships among both members and staff. During his time working for the legislature, Robert oversaw the House Public Education Committee and the Senate Administrative Committee. Then, he became the Director of Governmental Affairs for the Texas Motor Transportation Association where he managed public relations, grassroots and lobbying efforts for the association's 1200 members.
In 1993, Robert joined Polan Culley Inc. (then Polan Ingram Advocacy Group), bringing his extensive Capitol and trade association experience to the firm. He brings his clients a wealth of knowledge in strategy and project management, and is well-respected for his aggressive pursuit of the client's interest in long term goals.
770-627-7501
1100 PEACHTREE STREET, SUITE 650, ATLANTA, GA, 30309, 
Subjects: All Subjects
Links:Website
25 years of government affairs experience in Georgia and Washington, DC
Extensive background in water and agriculture policy, advising three governors
Trusted advisor to numerous political campaigns
1) ALBANY AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
2) AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY CANCER ACTION NETWORK
3) AMERICAN PEANUT SHELLERS ASSOCIATION
5) CENTURYLINK
7) CORNERSTONE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS
8) DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF BAINBRIDGE AND DECATUR COUNTY
9) DI SQUARED
11) DOUGHERTY COUNTY COMMISSION
13) EMORY UNIVERSITY
14) GEORGIA BIO
15) GEORGIA ECONOMIC DEVELOPERS ASSOCIATION
16) GEORGIA RURAL WATER ASSOCIATION
17) GEORGIA SOCIETY OF HEARING PROFESSIONALS
19) MCCROMETER INC
20) NO 23 HOLDINGS (AG EXTRACTS)
21) NURSING REGULATION NATIONAL COUNCIL OF STATE BOARDS OF NURSING (NCSBN)
22) PHOEBE PUTNEY HEALTH SYSTEM
23) SATELLITE BROADCASTING & COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATION
20+ years
Jerry Usry joined the firm in 2015, establishing the firm's Atlanta, Georgia office. Prior to joining Cornerstone, Jerry was the principal and founder of a successful, full-service, public affairs consulting firm headquartered in Albany, Georgia
Under retainer with a number of corporate, governmental and association clients, the firm established a strong track record of accomplishments with both the Georgia General Assembly and the U.S. Congress. From securing multi-million dollar appropriations projects, to drafting and implementing complex legislative strategies, Jerry has consistently achieved client goals and enjoys long-term business relationships as a result. He has played a major role in the reform of the Georgia Tax Code, a rewrite of state health and water planning laws, new food safety reporting statutes and the establishment and funding of a variety of university based institutes.
Democrat and Republican governors have appointed him to a variety of government policy posts, including the Georgia Rural Development Council and the ACT-ACF Water Compacts Advisory Committee. Jerry has also been recognized by prestigious organizations for professional accomplishments: Georgia Trend's 40 Under 40, Rising Star in Business and Politics; American Society of Association Executives, National Award for Excellence in Government Relations; James Magazine, Top Ten Independent Lobbyists in Georgia; and Zpolitics, 16 power players under the Gold Dome. Jerry is an original member of Governor Nathan Deal's (R-GA) Finance Committee and was appointed to his Inaugural Executive Committee.
Prior to the establishment of his consulting practice, Jerry was a staff director of a major commodity organization and a regional administrator for a state agency. He is a member of the Georgia Professional Lobbyist Association, Georgia Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, and the Georgia Agribusiness Council.
A lifelong Georgian and a native of Athens, Jerry has a B.S.A. and a Master's degree in Public Administration.
512-496-1085
1115 San Jacinto Blvd., Suite 275, Austin, TX, 78701, 
Subjects: All Subjects, Agencies/Regulations, Alcohol, Animals/Agriculture, Appropriations/Budgets, Ballot Measures/Campaign Finance/Elections, Business/Commerce, City/County Government, Consumer Protection, Energy/Utilities, Environment/Recycling, Finance/Banking, Food/Restaurants, Gaming, Housing/Real Estate/Development/Construction, Insurance, Manufacturing, Non-Profit, Pharmaceuticals, Planning/Land Use/Zoning, Privacy/Internet, Professional/Vocational Licensing, Public Safety, Public Sector, Retail, RFP/Procurement, Science/Technology, Taxes, Telecommunications, Tourism/Hospitality, Transportation/Vehicles
Links:Website
Matthew Bentley is a government relations consultant working for associations, companies, local governments and non-profit organizations in Texas. His practice is focused on environmental management, energy and utility regulations, private property interests, natural resources, infrastructure projects, economic development and alcohol issues.
With over ten years of policy and campaign experience, Matthew is known for his hard work, integrity, resourcefulness and passion for his clients.
1) AT&T
2) Austin Precision Products, Inc. dba LaRue Tactical
3) Bentley Public Affairs, LLC
4) Coalition for Responsible Infrastructure Finance
5) DIRECTV, LLC
7) Formosa Plastics Corporation, Texas
9) Houston Region Business Coalition
6-10 years
2019 Capitol Inside Texas Lobby Power Rankings - "Rising Star"
Texas Legislature
Texas Governor's Office
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Railroad Commission of Texas
Texas Water Development Board
Texas Department of Transportation
Texas Department of Agriculture
Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Texas Animal Health Commission
Texas Department of Insurance
Texas Facilities Commission
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Texas General Land Office
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Texas Department of Public Safety
Matthew Bentley is a government relations consultant working for associations, companies, local governments and non-profit organizations in Texas. His practice is focused on environmental management, energy and utility regulations, private property interests, natural resources, infrastructure projects, economic development and alcohol issues. Matthew focuses his guidance on public positioning, issue management and government relations. His success relies greatly on his extensive relationships with elected officials and staff throughout the legislative and executive branches of state government. His work has resulted in the development and implementation of public policy; formulation of strategy with key government officials; and improved communication between legislative and business leaders at the highest level.
Matthew began independent lobbying during the 83rd Legislative Session (2013). Among others, he currently represents the country's largest telecommunications company, the state's leading utility association, a mining operation, a Class A water utility, a conservative tort reform organization, a multi-national transportation infrastructure company, a mid-sized manufacturer seeking regulatory rule changes, an association involved with the Texas Sunset Advisory Commission, a group of Texas wineries, a residential developer and a non-profit cancer research foundation. Previous clients have included the state's two largest waste and recycling businesses, several landowner groups, an oil and gas trade association, special purpose districts, a leading power generation company and other major infrastructure projects. Matthew was recently named a Top Ten "Rising Star" by Capitol Inside, a bi-partisan publication covering Texas politics and government.
Throughout the 82nd Texas Legislature (2011), Matthew was under contract to Reggie Bashur, Cliff Johnson, Clay Pope and Luis Saenz, working on their clients' interests before the Texas Legislature and agencies throughout the state. During the 81st Legislative Session (2009), he worked for Commissioner Todd Staples at the Texas Department of Agriculture, as the Commission underwent the Sunset Advisory Commission review process.
Matthew also previously served as Business Development Manager for Procurement Strategy Group, Inc. This Austin-based government relations firm was well respected by government and business leaders for brokering mutually beneficial procurement solutions, until it dissolved due to retiring partners in 2012. Matthew helped companies target and win projects with federal, state and local governments.
Matthew has considerable experience and great success in working on political campaigns throughout Texas and the United States. In 2018, Matthew had a one hundred percent win rate as he consulted on Cody Harris' campaign for the Texas House of Representatives, U.S. Congressman Lance Gooden's open seat race for Congress and judicial races throughout East Texas. Matthew also served as Campaign Manager for State Representative Byron's Cook successful 2016 campaign for re-election. That race was among the highest profile and most seriously contested races that cycle. Matthew started his campaign work with Commissioner Todd Staples' statewide Agriculture Commissioner campaign and Governor Rick Perry's 2010 gubernatorial and 2012 presidential races. Matthew is very involved with the Texas GOP's Mighty Texas Strike Force, having served as the Virginia Co-Captain for the 2016 General Election.
Matthew presently serves on the Advisory Council for Texan by Nature, a non-profit organization founded by Former First Lady, Laura Bush, which focuses on safeguarding the environment with respect to private property interests and economic development. Matthew graduated from The University of Texas at Austin.
(720) 256-3153
9601 S. Meridian Boulevard, Englewood, CO, 80112, 
(316) 734-0188
716 N. 119th Street, Ste 116, WICHITA, KS, 67235, 
2) Aetna Better Health of Kansas
3) ASSOCIATION OF CMHCS OF KS, INC.
4) CEREBRAL PALSY RESEARCH FOUNDATION OF KANSAS
7) Community Organizations for Retirement Equity
8) DELTA DENTAL OF KANSAS, INC.
9) DIRECTV, LLC
13) findhelp
15) Indigov
16) KANSAS BEER WHOLESALERS ASSOCIATION
17) Kansas Employers for Affordable Healthcare
18) KANSAS OPTOMETRIC ASSOCIATION
19) Midland Care Connection Inc.
20) Mission Health Communities LLC
21) Opportunity Solutions Project
22) Pace-O-Matic
23) Safe Families For Children
25) Underdog Fantasy
26) Voyager Sopris
(615)4296275
1220 Colorado Street, Suite 450, Austin, TX, 78701, 
1) AT&T
2) BENTLEY PUBLIC AFFAIRS, LLC
3) COALITION FOR RESPONSIBLE INFRASTRUCTURE FINANCE
4) DIRECTV, LLC
6) FORMOSA PLASTICS CORPORATION, TEXAS
(785) 409-8867
716 N 119th Street, Suite 116, Wichita, Ks, 67235, 
2) Aetna Better Health of Kansas
3) ASSOCIATION OF CMHCS OF KS, INC.
4) CEREBRAL PALSY RESEARCH FOUNDATION OF KANSAS
7) Community Organizations for Retirement Equity
8) DELTA DENTAL OF KANSAS, INC.
9) DIRECTV, LLC
13) findhelp
15) Independent Payroll Providers Association
16) Indigov
17) KANSAS BEER WHOLESALERS ASSOCIATION
18) Kansas Employers for Affordable Healthcare
19) KANSAS OPTOMETRIC ASSOCIATION
21) Mission Health Communities LLC
22) Opportunity Solutions Project
23) Pace-O-Matic
24) Safe Families For Children
26) Underdog Fantasy
27) Voyager Sopris
(785) 550-9331
800 SW JACKSON STREET, SUITE 1005,, Topeka, KS, 66612, 
2) 3M COMPANY
4) AMERICAN MULTI-CINEMA, INC.
5) Arista Recovery Management LLC
6) Associated Public-Safety Communications Officers, Kansas Cha
7) Catalyst
8) Center for the Rights of Abused Children
9) DIRECTV, LLC
11) DRAFTKINGS INC.
12) Earnin
13) ENVISION
14) Equifax Inc
16) HCA
17) International Union of Operating Engineers Local 101
18) JACKPOCKET
20) Kansas Advanced Practice Nurses Association
21) KANSAS ASSOCIATION OF BROADCASTERS
22) KANSAS ASSOCIATION OF CHAIN DRUG STORES
23) KANSAS ASSOCIATION OF NURSE ANESTHETISTS
24) KANSAS BEVERAGE ASSOCIATION
25) KANSAS HEARING SOCIETY INC
26) KANSAS PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSOCIATION
28) KANSAS SOCIETY OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGISTS
31) KVC Kansas
34) Milan Laser Corporate, LLC
35) MOTION PICTURE ASSOCIATION, INC.
37) NATIONAL KIDNEY FOUNDATION OF KANSAS & WESTERN MO.
38) New Boston Creative Group LLC
41) Orange EV
42) Orijin
43) OVERLAND PARK REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
44) Panasonic Corporation North America
46) Revenue Based Finance Coalition
47) Saint Francis Ministries, Inc
51) Telsa, Inc
53) THEATRE OWNERS OF MID-AMERICA
54) Turo, Inc.
56) United We
60) Zero eyes, Inc
(785) 408-1381
800 SW JACKSON STREET, SUITE 1005, Topeka, KS, 66612, 
2) 3M COMPANY
3) Associated Public-Safety Communications Officers, Kansas Cha
4) Catalyst
5) Center for the Rights of Abused Children
7) Equifax Inc
8) HCA
10) Kansas Advanced Practice Nurses Association
11) KANSAS ASSOCIATION OF NURSE ANESTHETISTS
12) KANSAS BEVERAGE ASSOCIATION
13) KANSAS PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSOCIATION
(202)8499002
2121 Main Street, Wheeling, WV, 26003-2809, 
(316) 461-2698
800 SW JACKSON STREET, SUITE 1005, Topeka, KS, 66612, 
2) AMERICAN MULTI-CINEMA, INC.
3) Catalyst
4) Center for the Rights of Abused Children
6) ENVISION
7) HCA
8) KANSAS ASSOCIATION OF BROADCASTERS
9) KANSAS BEVERAGE ASSOCIATION
11) KVC Kansas
(913) 568-1879
800 SW JACKSON STREET, SUITE 1005, Topeka, KS, 66612, 
2) 3M COMPANY
3) AMERICAN MULTI-CINEMA, INC.
4) Associated Public-Safety Communications Officers, Kansas Cha
5) Catalyst
6) DIRECTV, LLC
8) Earnin
9) ENVISION
10) HCA
12) KANSAS ASSOCIATION OF BROADCASTERS
13) KANSAS ASSOCIATION OF CHAIN DRUG STORES
14) KANSAS ASSOCIATION OF NURSE ANESTHETISTS
15) KANSAS BEVERAGE ASSOCIATION
16) KANSAS PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSOCIATION
18) KANSAS SOCIETY OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGISTS
19) Kansas Wesleyan University
20) KVC Kansas
23) MOTION PICTURE ASSOCIATION, INC.
24) NATIONAL KIDNEY FOUNDATION OF KANSAS & WESTERN MO.
25) New Boston Creative Group LLC
27) OVERLAND PARK REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
28) Panasonic Corporation North America
30) Saint Francis Ministries, Inc
32) Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association
35) THEATRE OWNERS OF MID-AMERICA
36) Turo, Inc.
38) United We
(785) 319-9898
800 SW JACKSON STREET, SUITE 1005, Topeka, KS, 66612, 
2) 3M COMPANY
3) Associated Public-Safety Communications Officers, Kansas Cha
4) Catalyst
5) Center for the Rights of Abused Children
7) Earnin
8) ENVISION
9) HCA
(785) 249-1534
716 N 119th St. W #116, Wichita, KS, 67235, 
2) Aetna Better Health of Kansas
3) ASSOCIATION OF CMHCS OF KS, INC.
4) CEREBRAL PALSY RESEARCH FOUNDATION OF KANSAS
7) Community Organizations for Retirement Equity
8) DELTA DENTAL OF KANSAS, INC.
9) DIRECTV, LLC
13) findhelp
15) Independent Payroll Providers Association
16) Indigov
17) KANSAS BEER WHOLESALERS ASSOCIATION
18) Kansas Employers for Affordable Healthcare
19) KANSAS OPTOMETRIC ASSOCIATION
20) Midland Care Connection Inc.
21) Mission Health Communities LLC
22) Opportunity Solutions Project
23) Pace-O-Matic
24) Safe Families For Children
26) Underdog Fantasy
27) Voyager Sopris