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MGA is an Austin, Texas-based governmental affairs consulting firm that offers the intimacy of a boutique lobbying firm with the resources and capabilities of a national organization.

The Firm has decades of strategic experience working in and around the Texas Legislature - ensuring that the client is always represented on both sides of the political aisle. MGA offers a combination of detailed, information-based lobbying together with unparalleled expertise in the Texas legislative process.

At MGA, the principals are always intimately involved in every aspect of the client relationship and employ an individualized, hands-on approach specifically tailored to each client's needs. On behalf of our clients, we are involved at every level of crafting policy in both the legislative and regulatory arenas.

20+ years

Named Top Lobbyist by Austin Business Journal Girl Scouts' "Woman of Distinction" AwardAustin Business Journal's "Profiles in Power" "Austin Under 40" AwardGlossy 8 list by Austin American-Statesman Austin Fashion Week's "Style Setter" Award

  • There are two general types of advocates - those that report what happens and those that make things happen. Andrea is among the very best of those that make things happen. - Brint Ryan, CEO, Ryan LLC
  • Lobbyist, political fundraiser and national political commentator Andrea McWilliams is a skilled strategist, combining grace with grit and patience with persuasion. Known for her meticulous attention to detail, McWilliams brings her unique expertise to every issue she engages drawing on her time in both the private and public sector. The national media, including FOX News, the Wall Street Journal, Newsweek, USA Today, CNN, BBC, and NPR have all reported on McWilliams' role as a leading fundraiser and political strategist. Named Texas Businesswoman of the Year by the Women's Chamber of Commerce of Texas, she was recognized as "consigliere to the powerful and political." McWilliams was the only lobbyist profiled together with the Governor, Lieutenant Governor and Speaker of the House in Texas Monthly's "POWER" feature highlighting the most powerful people at the Texas Capitol.

    McWilliams is also a proud recipient of both the Austin Business Journal's "Profiles in Power" and the Girl Scouts' "Woman of Distinction" Award. She has received the "Austin Under 40" Award, and the Austin American-Statesman honored her as a member of its Glossy 8 list. Last year, McWilliams received Austin Fashion Week's "Style Setter" Award, recognizing her work and dedication on behalf of local nonprofit organizations.

    A Chief of Staff at the Texas Capitol at just 21, McWilliams went on to hone her private sector grassroots skills at the iconic public relations company Public Strategies, Inc. Today, she is the President of McWilliams Governmental Affairs (MGA), a full-service firm of governmental affairs consultants, respected and trusted at the local, state and national level.

    Family and Community:

    Raised just steps from the Texas Capitol on Congress Avenue, McWilliams now resides in Old Enfield, raising three children in a historic home.

    She is a well-known philanthropist, community volunteer and proud native of Austin, named on many occasions to the "All-Stars" of Austin American Statesman Fortunate 500 list. McWilliams is honored to serve on the Board of St. David's Medical Center, one of the largest health systems in Texas and the third-largest private employer in the Austin area. Last year, McWilliams was also appointed to the Board of the Save Historic Muny District whose charge is to preserve 141-acres of green space in Central Austin that includes Lions Municipal Golf Course ("Muny"), widely recognized as the first public golf course in the South to become integrated and listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Additionally, she enjoys her time on the Pease Park Capital Campaign Committee whose efforts will transform this important landmark for future generations in her hometown.

    McWilliams currently serves on the PAC Board of RYAN, an award-winning global tax services firm based in Dallas. And, she has also served as a board member for many other non-profit organizations, including Texas Lyceum, Mexi-Arte Museum, Arthouse, Rise Across Texas Challenge, HeartGift, Austin Children in Crisis, Pioneer Farms and the Waterloo President's Council. She is an inaugural member of the Long Center's Notable Women and a long-time member of the St. David's Hospital Toast of the Town Committee. True to her roots, McWilliams is a proud past President of Inherit Austin, an organization founded to preserve Austin's architectural and cultural past by not only protecting the city's important landmarks and historical fabric, but safeguarding its unique character as well.

    McWilliams has represented the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation and KillCancer, two nonprofit groups committed to cancer prevention. She was also honorary chair for the Mamma Jamma Ride, which since its inaugural ride, has raised millions of dollars for non-profits serving thousands of Central Texans coping with breast cancer. In recognition, the Seton Breast Cancer Center in Austin named their screening room after McWilliams. In 2018, McWilliams additionally served as the honorary chair of the Celebration of Life, the most significant fundraising event for breast cancer in Austin, Texas.

    In partnership with the Austin Business Journal, McWilliams enjoys volunteering as a business mentor to other young women in Central Texas. Aside from her continued board service with Preservation Austin, Ballet Austin and the Pease Park Conservancy, she also served as a member of the Girl Scouts Centennial Celebration Committee and chaired Austin's largest charity event, the Ballet Fete, benefiting Ballet Austin. McWilliams additionally co-chaired the Marathon Kids gala and was a chair of the University of Texas Blanton Museum of Art Gala. In support of the Center for Child Protection, McWilliams was a celebrity dancer for Austin's inaugural "Dancing With The Stars" fundraising event. She is a proud past member of the Texas Emerald Ball Committee, whose endeavors support the American Ireland Fund.

    During the 86th Legislative Session, McWilliams also served on the Governor For A Day Committee.

    We believe that legislation, government decisions and administrative regulations can be successfully managed to prevent or otherwise mitigate the inadvertent or intentional governmental interference in the private sector or within other jurisdictions.By proactively contributing to the development of public policy decisions, we strategically position our clients to help guide the debate, as opposed to reacting to the situation after all critical evaluations have been made.The key to our ability to establish a proactive government relations and public affairs strategy is to provide three separate, but simultaneous approaches to minimizing, if not eliminating, the adverse impacts of public policy decisions. We execute this strategy through the firm's ability to provide professional presence, influence and projection.

    20+ years

    Recipient of the Phoenix Business Journal's Forty-Under-40 Award (Class of 2006)

    Goodman previously served on the Arizona Constable Ethics, Standards and Training Board, appointed by Governor Jan Brewer. He is a past chairman of the Arizona Board of Athletic Trainers, serving two terms.

    For over a quarter of a century, Stuart Goodman has been serving public and private sector clients at the State Capitol and local governments throughout Arizona.Having prior service in state and local government, Goodman possesses significant experience in the practices of Arizona government with a wide-ranging focus on state agencies, regulatory boards and gubernatorial and legislative process and operations.

    Prior to establishing the firm in July 2000, Goodman served as a senior policy advisor to former Arizona Governor Jane Dee Hull. During his tenure in the Hull Administration, he provided policy and management advice for 47 cabinet level and regulatory agencies within state government.

    Before joining the Hull Administration, Goodman directed the City of Glendale's Intergovernmental Relations program. He also served as the principal policy advisor to Mayor Elaine Scruggs and the City Manager for state and regional issues. In addition to serving the interests of elected officials, Goodman has also directed the legislative and media programs for the Arizona Department of Administration and was the associate director of government affairs for the Arizona Multihousing Association.

    Goodman has contributed his talents to a number of civic causes and is a past president of Public Affairs Professionals of Arizona. He is a recipient of the Phoenix Business Journal's Forty-Under-40 Award (Class of 2006). Continuing his commitment to public service, Goodman received his commission in the U.S. Navy Reserve in 1999 and served honorably through 2009. In 2003, during Operation Iraqi Freedom, Lieutenant Goodman served as a Division Officer in the Persian Gulf and Indian Ocean aboard the aircraft carrier USS CONSTELLATION (CV-64).

    Goodman holds an undergraduate degree in Economics and a Master of Public Administration, both from Arizona State University. He also completed the Program for Senior Executives in State and Local Government at Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government.As a Phoenix native, Goodman survives the Arizona sun by playing ice hockey in two local leagues.

    Goodman and his wife, Liz, live in Central Phoenix and have four children along with an Italian Greyhound.

    MICHAEL CASSIDY

    (Illinois)

    Proactive, thoughtful, ethical and experienced multistate government affairs counsel

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    Michael Cassidy is a senior vice president in the state government relations group working out of the Chicago and Springfield offices. Michael advises clients before Congress, the Illinois General Assembly and various local, county and municipal governments.

    He provides counsel in regards to executive & legislative affairs, coalition development, crisis communications, media relations, and strategic communications. Recently, Michael played a major role in the 2010 primary and general re-election of Illinois Governor Pat Quinn.

    Prior to joining the firm, Michael built a robust network of contacts working as a senior member of Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan's legislative staff. In that position, he coordinated legislative agendas and media relations for members of the Democratic caucus. Michael also possesses substantial campaign experience having served in various supervisory roles on municipal, county, state and statewide campaigns. Working for the Democratic Party of Illinois, he was responsible for the advancement of Democratic candidates through grassroots organizing, strategic fundraising, message development, field coordination, and crisis management, direct mail campaigns, earned, and paid media.

    15-20 years

    Member of the national council of state legislatures

    Statewide Public Affairs, Inc. is a full service government relations, communications and issue management firm providing consulting services throughout New York State. Our tenacity, emphasis on client service and dedication to maintaining the finest reputation is what sets our firm apart.

    Firm Specialties:
    Managing Complex Issues. Assisting clients with complex public sector issues involving the Legislative, regulatory agencies, the budget or those of a political nature is our specialty. We provide accurate, candid and effective advice to help our clients influence perceptions, uphold reputations and build support to achieve desired outcomes. What we do NOT do is sit on the sidelines. We roll up our shirtsleeves, become a part of the team and get to work.

    Finding Funding. Of course, to seek and obtain government funding has become more and more difficult. Clients who desire funding have found success with Statewide because our firm has the experience of nearly 50 budget cycles. Statewide's history of success is based on a vast knowledge of the budget process, where the "pots" of money are, and broad relationships with key officials in state agencies, Division of Budget, the Executive Chamber, Legislative Leadership, as well as the Ways & Means and Finance Committees. Statewide has also become an expert in assisting clients who seek funding through the New York's Regional Economic Development Councils or other funding through the State's Consolidated Funding Application ("CFA").

    Procurements Delivered. New York State procurement laws are extraordinarily complex. We specialize in assisting clients educate and shape a government agency's approach to fulfilling its needs. We have years of experience helping companies manage the RFP and procurement process to best position them for success, all while ensuring full compliance with the State's extensive procurement lobbying laws.

    Concepts to Deliverables. Entrepreneurial concepts requiring partnership with government to achieve success are always challenging. Crafting concepts into "yesable" proposals requires comprehensive assessment, politically sound strategy and tenacity in execution. Our firm understands the decision to petition the government almost always requires the client to assume risk. Our full-service model ensures risk-assuming clients have the highest level of attention, interaction, political access, resources and resolve to deliver their project to success.

    CHRISTOPHER DURYEA serves as Managing Partner of Statewide Public Affairs. Certainly New York has experienced an unprecedented level of political upheaval over the past several years. As a result, partnering with government has become more challenging. In founding Statewide Public Affairs, Mr. Duryea's vision is to manage a dynamic, experienced and trusted team who excels for our client's government affairs needs within the context of today's challenging environment.

    With over two decades of experience working in and around New York politics, Mr. Duryea has well-recognized expertise in assisting clients navigate the complexities of New York state and local government. As Managing Partner, Mr. Duryea is responsible for the continued success of Statewide's clients.

    Most recently, Mr. Duryea was a Partner at Marsh, Duryea & Associates where he represented numerous clients and developed a particular expertise on corporate, taxation, economic development, telecommunications and energy matters. Mr. Duryea also previously served as Vice President of the Cable Telecommunications Association of New York, charged with overseeing day-to-day operations and leading government affairs efforts. Here he developed a keen understanding of telecommunications policy issues and trade association management skills.

    Mr. Duryea first began building his vast understanding of New York politics as Office Manager for the Onondaga County Democratic Committee, where he worked on numerous Central New York political campaigns. Subsequently he became an expert on the inner workings of Albany, serving as Legislative Director for the Chairman of the New York State Assembly Corporations, Authorities & Commissions and Environmental Conservation Committees.

    In May 2012, City & State News named Mr. Duryea as one of "Albany's Rising Stars" noting, "Duryea is a key player." Mr. Duryea is a veteran of the U.S. Navy's submarine service and has a Masters in Political Science from the Rockefeller College at SUNY Albany and a BA in Political Science from SUNY Albany.

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    1) ADP LLC

    2) Advanced Biofuels Association

    3) Akin, Gump on behalf of Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation

    4) Allianz of America Corporation

    5) Amalgamated Bank

    6) American Academy of Dermatology

    7) American Academy of Ophthalmology

    8) American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians

    9) American Bankers Association HSA Council

    10) American College of Emergency Physicians

    11) American Fraternal Alliance

    12) American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM)

    13) American Health Care Association

    14) American Physical Therapy Association

    15) American Psychiatric Association

    16) American Rental Association

    17) American Retirement Association (formerly ASPPA)

    18) American Society for Transplantation and Cellular Therapy

    19) Amgen, Inc.

    20) Arq, LLC

    21) Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges

    22) Astellas Pharma US, Inc.

    23) AT&T Services, Inc.

    24) Bayer Corporation

    25) Baystate Health

    26) Beacon Capital Partners, LLC

    27) Beam Suntory

    28) Biogen, Inc.

    29) Biotechnology Industry Organization

    30) Blue Earth Diagnostics, Inc.

    31) BYD North America

    32) C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc.

    33) California Dental Association

    34) Capital Magnet Fund Coalition (ad hoc coalition)

    35) Capital One Financial Corp.

    36) Church Ekklasia Sozo (CES), Inc.

    37) CivaTech Oncology, Inc.

    38) Comcast Corporation

    39) Communitech

    40) Consumer Bankers Association

    41) Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians

    42) CRISPR Therapeutics, INC.

    43) Cruise Lines International Association, Inc.

    44) CTIA

    45) Decorative Hardwoods Association

    46) Delta Air Lines, Inc.

    47) DLA Piper on behalf of Puerto Rico Fiscal Agency and Financial Advisory Auth.

    48) Early Warning Services, LLC

    49) Edison Electric Institute

    50) Electronic Funds Transfer Association

    51) EMD Serono, Inc.

    52) Energy Infrastructure Council

    53) Enterprise Community Partners, Inc.

    54) Expedia, Inc.

    55) ExxonMobil Corporation

    56) Fermaca de Mexico, S.a.r.l.

    57) Firstfloor

    58) Florida Community Loan Fund

    59) Genentech

    60) Giffords (formerly reporting as Americans for Responsible Solutions)

    61) Healthcare Leadership Council

    62) HealthiNation

    63) Hologic, Inc.

    64) Intuit, Inc

    65) Investment Company Institute

    66) ISARA Corporation

    67) ITC Holdings Corp.

    68) Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations

    69) JSH&W LLP on behalf of U.S. Savings Bond Coalition

    70) Las Vegas Sands Corporation

    71) Lockheed Martin Corporation

    72) Magellan Midstream Partners

    73) March of Dimes Inc.

    74) Massachusetts Biotechnology Council

    75) McCormick & Company, Inc.

    76) Medical Imaging & Technology Alliance (MITA)

    77) Merck & Company, Inc.

    78) National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors

    79) National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts

    80) National Association of Realtors

    81) National Business Aviation Association, Inc.

    82) National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA)

    83) National Disability CDFI Coalition

    84) National Football League

    85) National Mentor Holdings, Inc. on behalf of The MENTOR Network

    86) National Mining Association

    87) National Society of Genetic Counselors

    88) NCTA - The Internet & Television Association (FKA Nat'l Cable & Telecom Assoc.)

    89) NextEra Energy, Inc.

    90) NIKE, Inc.

    91) Nurse-Family Partnership

    92) NYISO (New York Independent System Operator)

    93) Pacific Life Insurance Company

    94) Parsons & Whittemore Enterprises

    95) Partnership for Conservation

    96) PFM Financial Advisors LLC

    97) PFM Group Consulting

    98) Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA)

    99) Physician Hospitals of America

    100) Physicians Advocacy Institute

    101) Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Inc

    102) RadNet, Inc.

    103) Raffaniello & Associates on behalf of United Parcel Service

    104) RAI Services Company (formerly Reynolds American, Inc.)

    105) Regions Financial Corp.

    106) Reinsurance Association of America

    107) Renewable Energy Group, Inc.

    108) Rite Aid Corporation

    109) Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA)

    110) Shopify

    111) State Fund Congressional Action Group (SFCAG)

    112) TCL Industrial Holdings Americas

    113) TECO Energy Inc.

    114) The Everglades Trust, Inc.

    115) The GEO Group, Inc.

    116) The Strategic Group

    117) The Walter Group LLC on behalf of Financial Security, Safety & Soundness Coal.

    118) The Walter Group LLC on behalf of Tweed Inc.

    119) The Walter Group on behalf of Acreage Holdings

    120) The Walter Group on behalf of Cronos USA Client Services LLC

    121) Truist (formerly SunTrust Bank)

    122) U.S. Bancorp

    123) Varian Medical Systems

    124) Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated

    125) Violet Power

    126) Virginia Tourism Corporation

    127) Walmart Inc.

    128) Wellspring Worldwide

    129) Westlake Chemical Partners LP

    130) Wireless Infrastructure Association

    131) Woodberry Associates, LLC

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    (Minnesota)
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    ANIKA HAGENSON

    (Idaho)
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    ANIKA HAGENSON

    (Minnesota)
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    CHRISTOPHER LEAHY

    (Federal)
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    RYAN MC CARTHY

    (California)
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    BRIAN MCCULLOUGH

    (Federal)
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    (California)
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    (Georgia)
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    JOE RACHINSKY

    (Federal)
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    KEN ROBERTS

    (Idaho)
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    MARTIN ROHLING

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