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MICHAEL TRIPLETT

(Iowa)

I work with my clients to understand their issues deeply, then work with lawmakers and policy professionals on both sides of the aisle to make them comfortable with the clients' goals.

20+ years

Honorary Member, Pioneer Lawmakers Association, Class of 2017

Throughout my career, my focus has been to work with elected officials of both parties to help my clients achieve their goals. In addition, I have worked with most state executive branch agencies and elected officials.

I am an educated, motivated and experienced professional with over 25 years of public affairs and government relations expertise.

Currently, I serve as President of Triplett Enterprises, representing the interests of clients at the Iowa Legislature and executive branch, as well as overseeing the strategy, development, and implementation of state government relations and public affairs programs.Previously, I have held both executive- and managerial-level positions within three trade associations and represented Iowa's business community, banks, and savings and loan associations on a variety of issues including health care, environment, energy, economic development, commerce, transportation, electronic transactions, mortgage lending, ag finance, bankruptcy and bank holding company structure.

Competencies: Public Policy and Government Affairs, Business Strategy, Advocacy, Leadership, Trade Associations, Transportation
Policy, and Relationship Building.

  • (360) 481-1824

  • 1001 Cooper Point Rd SW suite 140-720OLYMPIAWA98502

McBride Public Affairs has represented a broad array of public and private groups and organizations in Olympia. Together, Tom and his team offer the depth of knowledge and skill it takes to effectively advocate on behalf of their clients' interests. Whether it's drafting favorable legislation or addressing unnecessary regulation, their expertise and insights make McBride Public Affairs an indispensable part of any strategic advocacy effort.

Firm Specialties:
EXPERIENCED. INSIGHTFUL. EFFECTIVE.

From taxation concerns to land-use policy, from political action committees to fair labor standards, McBride Public Affairs offers unmatched insights into the subtle and not-so-subtle processes of government decision-making. Tom's background as an attorney makes him uniquely able to help his clients understand the intricacies of state policy formulation, bill development and the rule-making process. Together, Tom and his team keep their clients well-informed and well-positioned to thrive in an ever-changing political environment.

While some lobbyists focus only on state legislation, Tom and his team work closely with regulatory agencies and local jurisdictions, knowing their impacts on his clients' destiny can be just as great as the Legislature's. Their strategic methods and trust-building approach position McBride Public Affairs among the most effective lobbying groups in Washington and throughout the Pacific Northwest.

20+ years

TOM MCBRIDE has advocated for groups and organizations that depend on fair and reasonable treatment under the law for more than 20 years. He has developed a reputation as an effective lobbyist, founded on high ethical standards, aggressive advocacy and personal authenticity.

Tom began his career as a private practice attorney representing commercial and financial interests, with a focus on commercial litigation and bankruptcy law. He went on to serve as government affairs director for fiscal and transportation issues on behalf of the Association of Washington Business, Washington state's chamber of commerce. He then directed the government relations program for the West division of the McDonald's Corporation.

Tom also has firsthand experience working within Washington state government. As director of intergovernmental affairs for the Washington State Department of Community, Trade, and Economic Development, he oversaw regulatory and legislative interests in energy, economic development, housing, international trade and growth management.

In 2008, he founded McBride Public Affairs, to advocate for clients on legislative and regulatory matters in Washington state.

A 1994 graduate of Gonzaga University School of Law, Tom holds a bachelor's degree in Political Science from Whitman College. He and his family make their home in Olympia.

NATHAN ANDERSON

(Wyoming)

NATHAN ANDERSON

(Colorado)

NATHAN ANDERSON

(Utah)
  • (801) 212-3993

  • 280 South 400 WestSuite 250Salt Lake CityUT84101

DAVID BLACK

(Nebraska)
  • (832) 381-4025

  • 1400 Douglas StreetOmahaNE68179

RENAE COWLEY

(Utah)
  • (801) 355-9188

  • 60 South 600 E150Salt Lake CityUT84102

Clients:

THOMAS EVENSON

(Illinois)

AARON HUNT

(Oregon)
  • (503) 249-3079

  • 301 NE 2nd AvePortlandOR97232

AARON HUNT

(Washington)
  • 503-249-3079

  • 301 NE 2nd AvePortlandOR97232

  • (916) 661-5365

  • 915 L STREET, SUITE 1130SACRAMENTOCA95814

HOLLY MEAGHER

(Utah)
  • (801) 355-9188

  • 60 S 600 E Ste 15060 S 600 E Ste 150Salt Lake CityUT84102

Clients:

FRANK PIGNANELLI

(Utah)
  • (801) 355-1988

  • 60 South 600 East150Salt Lake CityUT84102

Clients:

STEPHEN STYLER

(Utah)
Clients:

PAUL TESSIER

(Louisiana)
  • 225-266-5660

  • 1121 BELVEDEREBATON ROUGELOUISIANA70808