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"What we do is not just meaningful to clients, but fun for us, because we get the privilege of sharing that success with them. It takes a lot of persistence to advance something meaningful and those are the moments I enjoy the most."

11-15 years

Past president of Association of Connecticut Lobbyists

Featured presenter at the CT Lobbying Conference on "Lobbying the Executive Branch" the past four years.

2019 Hartford Business Journal Forty Under 40

Over ten years of municipal land use experience on Planning and Zoning/Zoning Board of Appeals

Served as point person for the CT Conference of Municipalities on Energy, Labor and Zoning topics.

  • The team at Sullivan & LeShane has provided The Toy Association with outstanding representation. They have a deep understanding of the legislative and regulatory environment and have consistently delivered results on tough issues. They understand our concerns and communicate it accurately to the relevant decision-makers. They are credible, ethical and attentive to client needs. I would recommend them to anyone looking for representation in Connecticut. - Matthew Lenz, Director of State Government Affairs, The Toy Association
  • Sullivan & LeShane has been a valued partner of ours for many years. They have the relationships and know-how to navigate complex legislative issues and deliver results on behalf of their client. With decades of experience, their entire team is committed to truly understanding the issues that matter to us most and working collaboratively to educate legislators and develop public policy solutions. It's clear that they are well-respected in the halls of the capitol, and they have been an absolute pleasure to work with over the years. - Nick Martin, Director of Public Affairs and Communication, Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast
  • While SHI has been a vendor, working with the State of Connecticut since 1991, we engaged Sullivan & LeShane in 2018. We were looking to get better aligned with the State, and to navigate some roadblocks we had been encountering. It has been a great relationship, and we have had many "wins" that have helped advance SHI strategically within the State. The information and experience that Mike and his team lend to us is invaluable. - Barbara West, Regional Director, SHI
  • 13 years of experience in contract lobbying; three years of experience in state and municipal government.

    "I love what I do. I love puzzles. I'm curious and enjoy working with a team to find solutions to the challenges presented to us. Each day is different and I get to pull together a diverse group which shares a common goal to improve a situation. Add politics to the mix and where else could you find such a daily adventure?"

    20+ years

    In 2020, named by the Hartford Business Journal as one of the top 50 most influential people in Hartford.

    In 2017 she was honored as "Practitioner of the Year" by the Greater CT Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA).

    In 2005, recognized by the Hartford Business Journal as one of eight top woman business owners.

    Developed and implemented several Connecticut market entry initiatives for a global banking interest, outpatient medical and behavior health facilities and a renewable energy company.

    Led several multi-organizational coalitions to pass landmark legislation on scholarship funding, tort reform, energy deregulation, managed care regulation and tax initiative opposition.

    Drives business strategy and best practices for two separate and widely respected companies.

    Appointed by the Mayor of Hartford to Chair the Hartford Parking Authority.

  • The team at Sullivan & LeShane has provided The Toy Association with outstanding representation. They have a deep understanding of the legislative and regulatory environment and have consistently delivered results on tough issues. They understand our concerns and communicate it accurately to the relevant decision-makers. They are credible, ethical and attentive to client needs. I would recommend them to anyone looking for representation in Connecticut. - Matthew Lenz, Director of State Government Affairs, The Toy Association
  • Sullivan & LeShane has been a valued partner of ours for many years. They have the relationships and know-how to navigate complex legislative issues and deliver results on behalf of their client. With decades of experience, their entire team is committed to truly understanding the issues that matter to us most and working collaboratively to educate legislators and develop public policy solutions. It's clear that they are well-respected in the halls of the capitol, and they have been an absolute pleasure to work with over the years. - Nick Martin, Director of Public Affairs and Communication, Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast
  • While SHI has been a vendor, working with the State of Connecticut since 1991, we engaged Sullivan & LeShane in 2018. We were looking to get better aligned with the State, and to navigate some roadblocks we had been encountering. It has been a great relationship, and we have had many "wins" that have helped advance SHI strategically within the State. The information and experience that Mike and his team lend to us is invaluable. - Barbara West, Regional Director, SHI
  • Prior to starting Sullivan & LeShane, Inc. (S&L) in 1983 and Sullivan & LeShane Public Relations in 1988, served as Director of External and Public Affairs for a highly respected statewide medical and vocational rehabilitation organization.

    Member and Secretary of the University of Saint Joseph Board of Trustees and chairs the Academic Women's Leadership. Vice Chair of the Washington-based Public Affairs Council, a professional association of corporate/national organizations.

    Holds a Master's Degree in Healthcare Finance from the Rensselaer Lally School of Business and a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Leadership and Community Development from Springfield College. Participated in select executive level programs at Stanford University and McGill University. In addition, participated in the Yale School of Management leadership program.

    "We've been nationally recognized for our integrated public relations/government relations services as well as leveraging social media to impact government actions; we set the tone for building a prosperous future for our clients. Any problem can be solved and any issue can be resolved with strategic thinking and bringing the right people to the table. That is our culture at Sullivan & LeShane."

    20+ years

    In 2020, recognized by the Hartford Business Journal as one of the top 50 most influential people in Hartford.

    Secured the initial state funding needed for UConn to build Gampel Pavilion.

    Led the government relations team for several industry mergers requiring approvals from the Office of the Attorney General, State Legislature and other regulatory bodies.

    Point person working with the City of Stamford, resulting in $240 million in infrastructure funds.

    Sought after political strategist with close ties to every major statewide and local political leader in the state.

    Drives business strategy and best practices for two separate and widely respected companies.

    A veteran political strategist, played key roles in the presidential campaigns of Gerald Ford, Ronald Reagan and former Senator Robert Dole, as well the campaigns of former Congresswoman Nancy Johnson, Senator Joseph Lieberman and several Connecticut governors. Most recently served as a senior adviser for two U.S. Senate campaigns and trusted thought leader for two Connecticut Governors.

  • The team at Sullivan & LeShane has provided The Toy Association with outstanding representation. They have a deep understanding of the legislative and regulatory environment and have consistently delivered results on tough issues. They understand our concerns and communicate it accurately to the relevant decision-makers. They are credible, ethical and attentive to client needs. I would recommend them to anyone looking for representation in Connecticut. - Matthew Lenz, Director of State Government Affairs, The Toy Association
  • Sullivan & LeShane has been a valued partner of ours for many years. They have the relationships and know-how to navigate complex legislative issues and deliver results on behalf of their client. With decades of experience, their entire team is committed to truly understanding the issues that matter to us most and working collaboratively to educate legislators and develop public policy solutions. It's clear that they are well-respected in the halls of the capitol, and they have been an absolute pleasure to work with over the years. - Nick Martin, Director of Public Affairs and Communication, Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast
  • While SHI has been a vendor, working with the State of Connecticut since 1991, we engaged Sullivan & LeShane in 2018. We were looking to get better aligned with the State, and to navigate some roadblocks we had been encountering. It has been a great relationship, and we have had many "wins" that have helped advance SHI strategically within the State. The information and experience that Mike and his team lend to us is invaluable. - Barbara West, Regional Director, SHI
  • Graduate of Fairfield University with a BS in Sociology.

    Began lobbying career with the Hartford Chamber of Commerce, and then with Connecticut's largest beverage trade association. In 1983, joined his partner Paddi LeShane in founding S&L and, five years later, they founded Sullivan & LeShane Public Relations, Inc. (SLPR)

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    FRANCISCO AVALOS

    (Arizona)
    • 415-903-2800

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    CARA BADER

    (Minnesota)
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    CARA BADER

    (Minnesota)
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    CARA BADER

    (Minnesota)
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    • 602-263-0086

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    • 410-268-3099

    • 1 State CircleAnnapolisMD21210

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    BETH CLAY

    (Mississippi)
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    THOMAS DEVITO

    (New York)
    • 202-841-5320

    • 185 Berry StreetSuite 5000San FranciscoCA

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    RUTH FASOLDT

    (New York)
    • 202-841-5320

    • 185 Berry StreetSuite 5000San FranciscoCA

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    LAUREN HANCOCK

    (Federal)
    • 1717 Pennsylvania Avenue NWSuite 500WashingtonDC20006-4623

    JENNIFER HENSLEY

    (New York)
    • 202-841-5320

    • 185 Berry StreetSuite 5000San FranciscoCA

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    NICHOLAS JOHNSON

    (Arizona)
    • 415-903-2800

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    BRENDAN JOYCE

    (Connecticut)
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    BRENDAN JOYCE

    (Massachusetts)
    • 415-903-2800

    • 185 Berry Street, Suite 5000,Suite 5000San FranciscoCA94107

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    SAAHIL KARPE

    (Minnesota)
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    BRENT KENT

    (Minnesota)
    • 415-903-2800

    • 185 Berry St Ste 5000San FranciscoCA94107

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    BRENT KENT

    (Illinois)
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    1) 1776 Pharmaceuticals LLC

    2) ABBOTT LABORATORIES

    3) Accenture LLP

    4) Advanced Drainage Systems

    5) Air Evac Lifeteam

    6) Akebia Therapeutics, Inc.

    7) Alabama Shipyard LLC

    8) Alden Torch Financial LLC

    9) Allegiant Travel Company

    10) Alliance for Automotive Innovation

    11) Alliance for Olive Oil Quality Standards

    12) Alliance of Dedicated Cancer Centers

    13) Altice USA, Inc.

    14) Altria Client Services LLC

    15) Aluminum Association Inc.

    16) Amazon Corporate, LLC

    17) American Bankers Association

    18) American Coalition of Independent Content Production

    19) American College of Gastroenterology

    20) American Council of Life Insurers

    21) American Cruise Lines

    22) Americans for Prosperity

    23) Amgen USA, Inc.

    24) Anheuser-Busch Companies, Inc.

    25) Ant Group Co., Ltd.

    26) Aon Service Corporation

    27) Aplastic Anemia and MDS International Foundation

    28) APOLLO MANAGEMENT HOLDINGS, LP

    29) Appriss, Inc.

    30) Arcosa, Inc.

    31) Argentem Creek Partners LP

    32) Arizona Water Company

    33) Associations of Mexican Tomato Growers

    34) Asurion LLC

    35) AT&T Services, Inc.

    36) Athletico Physical Therapy

    37) Bain Capital, LLC

    38) Baker Tilly Virchow Krause, LLP

    39) Barrick Gold Corporation of North America Inc.

    40) Bayer Corporation (FKA Monsanto Company)

    41) Bell-Carter Foods

    42) Biotechnology Innovation Organization

    43) Bloom Energy

    44) Bridgestone Americas Holding, Inc.

    45) Brightline Holdings LLC (fka Virgin Trains USA)

    46) Business Roundtable

    47) CalOptima

    48) Cargill, Inc.

    49) Carlyle Investment Management fka The Carlyle Group

    50) CF Industries, Inc. and CF Industries Holdings, Inc

    51) Charter Communications, Inc.

    52) Chevron, U.S.A. Inc.

    53) CHRISTUS Health System

    54) Chubb INA Holdings Inc.

    55) Citizens for Responsible Energy Solutions

    56) City of Houston

    57) City of Laredo, Texas

    58) City of Vallejo, California

    59) Coalition for 21st Century Patent Reform

    60) Coalition to Heal Invisible Wounds

    61) Comcast Corporation

    62) Comite Interprofessionnel du Vin de Champagne

    63) Connected Nation Development Corporation

    64) Consumer Technology Association

    65) Cook Group Inc.

    66) Cordant Health Solutions

    67) CoreCivic, Inc.

    68) Cox Enterprises Inc.

    69) Cruise Lines International Association

    70) Cumberland Community Improvement District

    71) CVS Health

    72) DaVita, Inc.

    73) DJI Technology, Inc.

    74) DoorDash

    75) Eastman Chemical Company

    76) Empresas Fonalledas, Inc.

    77) EMVCo, LLC

    78) Energy Harbor Corp.

    79) Entergy Services, LLC

    80) Equifax Inc.

    81) Esquel Enterprises Limited

    82) EXXON MOBIL CORP

    83) Federated Wireless, Inc.

    84) Financial Services Forum

    85) FireEye, Inc.

    86) FireKeepers Development Authority

    87) Fletcher Group, Inc.

    88) Florida Citrus Mutual

    89) Fluor Corporation

    90) FMR LLC

    91) Fontana Union Water Co.

    92) Fontana Water Company

    93) Foothill/Eastern Transportation Corridor Agency

    94) Fort Lauderdale Downtown Development Authority

    95) FS Investment Corporation

    96) Gap Inc.

    97) Garden of Life, LLC

    98) Garrett Electronics, Inc.

    99) Genentech Inc

    100) George Kaiser Family Foundation

    101) GGV Management LLC

    102) Gila River Indian Community

    103) Gilead Sciences, Inc.

    104) Global Medical Response, Inc.

    105) GOJO Industries

    106) Goya Foods Inc.

    107) HawkEye 360 Inc.

    108) HDR, Inc.

    109) Healthcare Leadership Council

    110) HerdX

    111) Hershey Company

    112) Hill-Rom

    113) Hillwood Development Company, LLC

    114) Ho-Chunk Inc.

    115) Honeywell International

    116) Houchens Industries

    117) Houston Airport System

    118) Humane Society Legislative Fund

    119) IMCS Group Inc.

    120) Indigo Ag

    121) Innovation Alliance

    122) Inseego Corp.

    123) International Business Machines Corporation

    124) International Council of Shopping Centers

    125) International Paper

    126) Keidanren

    127) KEWA Financial Inc.

    128) Kingston Technology

    129) Koch Companies Public Sector

    130) Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Company

    131) KPC Development Company LLC

    132) LanzaTech Inc.

    133) Laureate Education, Inc. (FKA Laureate International Universities)

    134) Let'sGetChecked

    135) Levi Strauss & Company

    136) LG Chem America, Inc.

    137) LG&E and KU Energy, LLC

    138) Liberty Global Logistics

    139) Liberty Mutual Insurance Company

    140) LOreal USA

    141) Lyft, Inc.

    142) Mammoth Energy Services, Inc.

    143) Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation

    144) McKesson Corporation

    145) MDIF Media Partners I, LP

    146) Meta Aerospace

    147) MetaBank, N.A.

    148) Millennium Health

    149) Mobility Capital Finance, Inc. dba MoCaFi

    150) Motion Picture Association of America

    151) National Association of REALTORS

    152) National Association of Theatre Owners

    153) National Cotton Council of America

    154) National Immigration Law Center

    155) National Independent Venue Association

    156) National Thoroughbred Racing Association

    157) NCTA-The Internet & Television Association

    158) New Venture Fund

    159) NextEra Energy, Inc.

    160) Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation

    161) Oaktree Capital Management

    162) OC Oerlikon Management AG

    163) Oneida Indian Nation

    164) Otis Elevator Company

    165) Owens & Minor, Inc.

    166) Pacific Architects and Engineers, LLC

    167) Palantir Technologies, Inc.

    168) Partnership for Job Creation

    169) Pebble Limited Partnership

    170) Pechanga Band of Luiseno Mission Indians

    171) Penobscot Nation

    172) Pfizer, Inc.

    173) Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America

    174) Pipe Line Contractors Association

    175) PMI Global Services Inc.

    176) Polaris Industries

    177) Pompeian, Inc

    178) Port of Long Beach

    179) Professional Background Screeners Association fka NAPBS

    180) Puerto Rico Statehood Council

    181) Qualcomm Incorporated

    182) Raytheon Technologies Corporation and Affiliates (fka United Technologies Corp)

    183) ResMed, Inc.

    184) Restaurant Brands International Inc. (RBI)

    185) Rochester Genesee Regional Transportation Authority

    186) Rotech Healthcare, Inc.

    187) RP Management, LLC

    188) San Manuel Band of Mission Indians

    189) Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation

    190) Senseonics Incorporated

    191) Shatterproof

    192) Siemens Corporation

    193) Sight Sciences, Inc.

    194) Signature Flight Support Corporation

    195) Society to Improve Diagnosis in Medicine

    196) Solano Transportation Authority

    197) Southeastern Conference

    198) Southwest Research Institute

    199) Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.

    200) Sumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd.

    201) Surgery Partners

    202) Syracuse University

    203) TE Connectivity

    204) Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice

    205) Texas Public Policy Foundation

    206) The Alliance for Trade Enforcement (AFTE) fka (AFTI)

    207) The Center for a Free Economy

    208) The Michaels Companies, Inc.

    209) The Puerto Rico Equality Forum

    210) The Seneca Nation of Indians

    211) The Strategic Group

    212) Tile

    213) Total Administrative Services Corporation

    214) TransUnion

    215) Trimble Navigation Ltd

    216) Trinity Industries

    217) Twenty Holdings Inc

    218) U.S. Chamber of Commerce Center for Capital Markets Competitiveness

    219) U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute for Legal Reform

    220) United Parcel Service

    221) United States Pharmacopeial Convention

    222) Unity Aluminum (fka Braidy Industries)

    223) University of Louisville

    224) UofL Health, Inc.

    225) US Physician Partners (Informal Coalition)

    226) UT-Carrier

    227) Vallourec USA Corporation

    228) Varian Medical Systems, Inc.

    229) Verax BioMedical Inc.

    230) Visa, U.S.A., Inc.

    231) VIZIO, Inc.

    232) Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

    233) Wabash Valley Resources, LLC

    234) Xenex Disinfection Services, LLC

    235) Yacht Haven USVI LLC

    236) Zelis Healthcare Corporation

    237) ZP Better Together, LLC

    238) ZTE Corporation

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    CHRISTOPHER NUTTLE

    (Minnesota)
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    CHRISTOPHER NUTTLE

    (Minnesota)
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    CHRISTOPHER NUTTLE

    (Minnesota)
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    JOSHUA ROSEN

    (New Mexico)

    JOSHUA ROSEN

    (New Mexico)

    JENNIFER SABAS

    (Hawaii)

    CAROLINE SAMPONARO

    (New York)
    • 202-841-5320

    • 185 BERRY STREETSUITE 5000SAN FRANCISCOCA

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    MEGAN SIRJANE-SAMPLES

    (South Carolina)
    • 4159032800

    • c/o 28 Liberty Ship Way, Suite 2815SausalitoCA94965

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    MEGAN SIRJANE-SAMPLES

    (Florida)
    • (415) 903-2800

    • 1508 Coombs DrTallahasseeFL32308

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    MEGAN SIRJANE-SAMPLES

    (Georgia)
    • (415) 903 - 2800

    • C/O 28 LIBERTY SHIP WAYSUITE 2815SAUSALITOCA94965

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    MEGAN SIRJANE-SAMPLES

    (Louisiana)
    • 561-352-3388

    • C/O 28 LIBERTY SHIP WAYSUITE 2815SAUSALITOCALIFORNIA94965

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    MEGAN SIRJANE-SAMPLES

    (Texas)
    • (415)9032800

    • c/o Politicom Law28 Liberty Ship Way, Ste. 2815SausaliitoCA94965

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    • 602-263-0086

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    MATTHEW VAN NAME

    (South Carolina)
    • 4159032800

    • c/o 28 Liberty Ship Way, Suite 2815SausalitoCA94965

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    MATTHEW VAN NAME

    (Texas)
    • (415)9032800

    • c/o 28 Liberty Ship Way, Suite 2815SausalitoCA94965

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    MATTHEW VAN NAME

    (Florida)
    • (813) 731-0028

    • 1111 Pine StreetTallahasseeFL32303

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    MATTHEW VAN NAME

    (Louisiana)
    • 415-903-2800

    • C/O 28 LIBERTY SHIP WAYSUITE 2815SAUSALITOCalifornia94965

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    JON WALKER

    (Colorado)
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    DAVID YASSKY

    (New York)
    • 347-735-3600

    • 62 JORALEMON STREETBROOKLYNNY

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    • 602-263-0086