512-792-9620
1220 Colorado Street, Suite 450, Austin, TX, 78701, 
Subjects: All Subjects
Links:Website
Based in Austin, Texas, we at Axis Strategies are a results-driven, full-service public affairs firm. Our team is committed to equipping our clients with the knowledge and resources needed to achieve their political and public policy goals. It is our expansive relationships, creative approach and insightfulness that allows us to tailor our services and strategies to the unique needs of each individual client. From large, multi-national companies to small business and citizens banded together around a common cause, Axis Strategies is dedicated to providing value and a turn-key approach to successful outcomes.
3) Adelanto Healthcare Ventures LLC
4) American Concrete Pipe Association
9) Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation
10) Chesapeake Energy Corporation
12) Combined Arms
16) Hilliary Communications, LLC
17) Hireblazer LLC
18) Intercontinental Exchange, Inc.
19) Invesco Ltd.
22) Luminant Generation Company LLC
23) Media Choice LLC
24) Megatel Homes III Opportunities, LLC
26) Payward, Inc.
27) Provi
29) SDS Petroleum Consultants, L.L.C.
30) Texas City Limits Coalition
31) Touchstone Communities, Inc.
33) TXU Energy Retail Company LLC
35) Vistra Corp.
36) Vistra Corporate Services Company
B.A., Miami University
Major: Political Science
Advising clients on a broad range of topics in Texas and beyond is what Greg Macksood has dedicated his life to for the past 20 years. During that time, he has served as a trusted advisor to a wide range of clientele including Fortune 100 corporations, state trade associations and seed capital pre-revenue startups in developing political, legislative, media and grassroots engagement strategies throughout the country.
After attending Miami University in Oxford, Ohio where he received a B.A. in Political Science, Macksood split his time between Columbus, Ohio and Washington, D.C. working for a national public affairs and government relations firm. There, he focused on healthcare, tax policy, and natural resources.
Since then, Macksood has directed the government relations efforts in Texas for one of the nation's largest energy companies. It was during that time that he served on numerous boards and held multiple leadership positions across several trade associations. All the while, Macksood was learning how to navigate different political climates across Texas and effectively advocate for the energy sector, maintaining and developing deep political relationships in both parties.
In addition to his deep legislative relationships across both sides of the aisle, Macksood also has extensive experience representing interests before Texas regulatory agencies on issues including water, transportation, eminent domain, air permitting, insurance, healthcare, electricity and land use and minerals. His intimate knowledge of agency procedures makes him an effective advocate for his clients.
As for political experience, Macksood has managed statewide ballot initiatives, created issue advocacy coalitions, and implemented media communications strategies.
Greg is also the father of three young children who keep him and his wife Dakota busy outside of the world of politics.
(512)710-3244
919 Congress Ave, Suite 250, Austin, TX, 78701, 
Subjects: All Subjects
Links:Website, LinkedIn
Over 20 years of state government service at the highest levels
Extensive knowledge and experience of government procurement and operations
Recipient of TSABAA's Administrator of the Year Award for leadership and agency business administration
Ranked #1 Former Texas Agency Head by the Capitol Inside 2019 Texas Lobby Power Rankings
2) Alorica
3) Baker Hughes
7) Cemex
8) Community Choice Financial OpCo, LLC
10) Community Medical Services
11) Endeavors
12) Environmental Defense Action Fund
13) First Service Credit Union
16) Hewlett-Packard Enterprise Company
17) Houston Firefighters Relief and Retirement Fund
19) Luminant Generation Company LLC
20) Maric Healthcare
21) National Association of Chain Drug Stores
22) Pagewood
27) Rice University
28) RSM LLP
29) Rubicon Advisors
30) San Jacinto River Authority
31) Speedy Stop Food Stores LLC
32) Texans for Charitable Bingo Inc
33) Texas Manufactured Housing Association
36) Texas Pork Producers Association
39) TXU Energy Retail Company LLC
41) ViiNetwork, Inc. (d/b/a ViiMed)
42) Vistra Corp.
Martin Hubert brings a wealth of state government experience to the clients of Cornerstone Government Affairs. From his early career as chief counsel to the Senate Natural Resources Committee to his gubernatorial appointment as a commissioner of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to his eight years as the deputy comptroller of Texas, Hubert has managed thousands of employees and millions of taxpayer dollars under both Democrat and Republican administrations.
Martin was the 2008 recipient of TSABAA's Administrator of the Year Award. Presented annually, this prestigious award was established to formally recognize state employees who have demonstrated outstanding leadership skills and who have made significant contributions to state agency business administration.
As the final general counsel to legendary Lt. Governor Bob Bullock, Martin learned the mastery of government relations from some of the most influential leaders in Texas history. His knowledge of agriculture stems from generations of the Hubert family's cow/calf and farming operations in South Texas and serving as the Texas Deputy Commissioner of Agriculture for eight years. Martin offers a unique combination of legal, natural resources, tax policy and state government procedural expertise.
Hubert is a graduate of the Georgetown University Law Center and St. Mary's School of Law. He was Brigade Executive Officer in the Corps of Cadets at Texas A&M University, where he was a member of the Ross Volunteers Honor Guard and the Singing Cadets. He successfully completed Army Ranger School and served in the U.S. Army Reserves. He is a marathon runner and coaches his son's little league teams.
Hubert is a second tenor and helps raise money for Legal Aid through the Travis County Bar Association's "Bar and Grill" fundraisers. He and his wife Celeste live in a historic home in Austin, where they are involved with the Austin Symphony, St. Theresa's Catholic Church and School, and the happily busy lives of their children Belle and Patrick.
(713)4932742
1800 West Loop South, Suite 1250, Houston, TX, 77056, 
Subjects: All Subjects
Links:Website, LinkedIn
Former chief of staff for House Appropriations Cardinal
Leads both federal and state clients from the firm's Houston office
Serves on advisory and steering committees for Texas delegation members
2) Air Liquide
3) Alorica
4) Baker Hughes
8) Cemex
9) Community Choice Financial OpCo, LLC
11) Community Medical Services
12) Endeavors
13) First Service Credit Union
16) Hewlett-Packard Enterprise Company
17) Houston Firefighters Relief and Retirement Fund
19) Luminant Generation Company LLC
20) Maric Healthcare
Tony Essalih joined Cornerstone in 2011 as a co-lead of the firm's flagship Texas office in Houston. He spent 12 years on Capitol Hill and came to Cornerstone from the office of Congressman John Culberson (R-Houston). Tony worked for Congressman Culberson for 10 years, the last five as his chief of staff. Prior to becoming chief of staff, Tony served in a variety of capacities including legislative assistant, legislative director, communications director, and deputy chief of staff. He spent eight years in Washington, D.C. before relocating to Houston in 2007.
As chief of staff, Tony was responsible for guiding the day-to-day operations of the Congressman's Washington and Houston offices, and oversaw a 15-member staff under a fixed budget. Outside of the office, he served as the principal liaison to the Congressman's campaign committee and provided strategic counsel and advice related to his re-election efforts. Tony's areas of policy expertise include transportation, energy, budget and appropriations. Tony also led outreach efforts and served as an emissary on behalf of the Congressman with state lawmakers in Austin and local elected officials in Houston.
Prior to Culberson's election in 2001, Tony worked as a legislative assistant for Congressman Culberson's predecessor, former House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Bill Archer. Tony's began his tenure on Capitol Hill with former House Natural Resources Committee Chairman Doc Hastings.
Tony has advised and assisted numerous local, state, and federal campaigns. He serves on the board of the National InterFaith Foundation, the Advisory Board for the Houston Technology Center, spent two years on the Board of the Spring Branch Medical Center and was a member of Houston Mayor Annise Parker's transition team in 2010.
Tony was born and raised in Fredericksburg, VA and received his B.A. in Political Science from Mary Washington College. He was a member of Mary Washington's NCAA semifinalist men's soccer team. He lives in Houston and has two angelic daughters, Grace and Libby.
(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.
(512)4106465
919 Congress Ave., Ste. 510, Austin, TX, 78701, 
Subjects: All Subjects
Links:Website, LinkedIn
Possesses extensive knowledge of the Texas legislative process
Works with a diverse set of clients in furthering their state legislative goals
Extensive background working on public health policy, energy resources and the budget
2) Air Liquide
3) Baker Hughes
5) Baymark dba TX Treatment Services
7) Cemex
8) Community Choice Financial OpCo, LLC
10) Community Medical Services
11) Endeavors
12) First Service Credit Union
15) Hewlett-Packard Enterprise Company
Anne Mazuca brings over a decade of legislative experience working at the Texas Capitol, most recently serving six years as Chief of Staff to State Representative R.D. ‘Bobby' Guerra.
During her time working in the Texas legislature, she has worked for Members from Dallas, Galveston and South Texas, allowing her the opportunity to build relationships with local elected officials, community leaders and stakeholders from across the state while working on a wide range of policy areas. Prior to being named chief of staff, she served as a legislative director and legislative aide where she was the primary staff lead for the House Appropriations Committee Article II and Article III focusing on healthcare and education funding, the Public Health Committee, Energy Resources, Business & Industry, Ways & Means and Insurance committees.
In her capacity as chief of staff, Anne was responsible for guiding the day-to-day operations of the Capitol and McAllen offices. Outside of the office, she provided support for her Member's re-election campaign where she provided feedback on messaging, managed all Texas Ethics Commission and campaign finance filings and offered general advice and assistance related to his campaign.
An Austin native, Anne has close ties to the city in which she still resides.
512-792-9620
1220 Colorado Street, Suite 450, Austin, TX, 78701, 
Subjects: All Subjects
Links:Website
Based in Austin, Texas, we at Axis Strategies are a results-driven, full-service public affairs firm. Our team is committed to equipping our clients with the knowledge and resources needed to achieve their political and public policy goals. It is our expansive relationships, creative approach and insightfulness that allows us to tailor our services and strategies to the unique needs of each individual client. From large, multi-national companies to small business and citizens banded together around a common cause, Axis Strategies is dedicated to providing value and a turn-key approach to successful outcomes.
3) Adelanto Healthcare Ventures LLC
4) American Concrete Pipe Association
9) Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation
10) Chesapeake Energy Corporation
12) Combined Arms
16) Hilliary Communications, LLC
17) Hireblazer LLC
18) Intercontinental Exchange, Inc.
19) Invesco Ltd.
22) Luminant Generation Company LLC
23) Media Choice LLC
24) Megatel Homes III Opportunities, LLC
26) Payward, Inc.
27) Provi
29) SDS Petroleum Consultants, L.L.C.
30) Texas City Limits Coalition
31) Touchstone Communities, Inc.
33) TXU Energy Retail Company LLC
35) Vistra Corp.
36) Vistra Corporate Services Company
B.S., Cum Laude,
Texas Tech University
Major: Agricultural & Applied Economics
Drew DeBerry has more than 20 years of experience at the highest levels of public policy development and implementation. He has dedicated his years of service to developing a wealth of knowledge and relationships that complement the growing range of clients at Axis Strategic Partners.
DeBerry served on Governor Greg Abbott's senior staff for the first three years of his term as governor, most recently serving as Director of Budget and Policy and as Policy Director prior to that. In those roles, DeBerry worked closely with executive agency commissioners, directors, and staff as well as legislative offices on all aspects of the state budget and programs throughout state government.
Prior to working for Governor Abbott, DeBerry was the Deputy Commissioner of the Texas Department of Agriculture under then-Commissioner Todd Staples. This position followed several years in Washington, D.C. serving under President George W. Bush as the White House Liaison and Deputy Chief of Staff at USDA. He began his career working in the legislative arena as a staff member in the Texas State Senate.
Throughout his extensive public service career, DeBerry has also worked on state and national political campaigns to develop grassroots coalitions and help to direct overall campaign strategy.
A graduate of Texas Tech University, Drew and his wife, Kara, have four outstanding and talented children.
(512)8408855
P.O. Box 13382, Austin, TX, 78711, 
6555 Sierra Drive, 2N-36F, Irving, TX, 75039-7503, 
(972)8682870
Vistra Corp., 6555 Sierra Drive, Irving, TX, 75039, 
6555 Sierra Drive, 2N-36F, Irving, TX, 75039-7503, 
(214)8124720
Vistra Corp., 6555 Sierra Drive, Irving, TX, 75039, 
(512)3496464
Vistra Corp., 1005 Congress Avenue, Suite 750, Austin, TX, 78701, 
614-271-3873
139 West Elm Street, Granville, OH, 43023, 
(214)5424857
Vistra Corp., 6555 Sierra Drive, Irving, TX, 75039, 
214-812-4534
6555 Sierra Drive, Irving, TX, 75039, 
1) Vistra Corp.
614-464-6201
52 E. Gay Street, Columbus, OH, 43216-1008, 
717-793-6164
6555 Sierra Drive, Irving, TX, 75093, 
1) Vistra Corp.
6145516411
52 East Gay Street, Columbus, OH, 43215, 
(832)7246682
919 Congress Ave., Ste. 510, Austin, TX, 78701, 
2) Air Liquide
3) Baker Hughes
7) Cemex
8) Community Choice Financial OpCo, LLC
10) Community Medical Services
11) Endeavors
12) Environmental Defense Action Fund
15) Hewlett-Packard Enterprise Company
19) Maric Healthcare
20) National Association of Chain Drug Stores
22) PrizePicks
24) Rice University
25) San Jacinto River Authority
26) Speedy Stop Food Stores LLC
27) Texans for Charitable Bingo Inc
28) Texas EMS Alliance Association
29) Texas Manufactured Housing Association
33) TXU Energy Retail Company LLC
34) ViiNetwork, Inc. (d/b/a ViiMed)
35) Vistra Corp.
614-395-4545
81 S. 4th Street, suite 305, Columbus, OH, 43215, 
(512)3496467
Vistra Corp., 1005 Congress Avenue, Suite 750, Austin, TX, 78701, 
(979)3244293
Vistra Corp., 1005 Congress Avenue, Suite 750, Austin, TX, 78701, 
2148122031
6555 Sierra Drive, 2N-36F, Irving, TX, 75039-7503, 
(214)8122031
Vistra Corp., 6555 Sierra Drive, Irving, TX, 75039, 
(512)7929620
1220 Colorado Street, Suite 450, Austin, TX, 78701, 
3) Adelanto Healthcare Ventures LLC
4) American Concrete Pipe Association
9) Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation
10) Chesapeake Energy Corporation
12) Combined Arms
16) Hilliary Communications, LLC
17) Hireblazer LLC
18) Intercontinental Exchange, Inc.
19) Invesco Ltd.
22) Luminant Generation Company LLC
23) Media Choice LLC
24) Megatel Homes III Opportunities, LLC
26) Payward, Inc.
27) Provi
29) SDS Petroleum Consultants, L.L.C.
30) Texas City Limits Coalition
31) Touchstone Communities, Inc.
33) TXU Energy Retail Company LLC
35) Vistra Corp.
36) Vistra Corporate Services Company
(512)7089053
504 W 14TH ST, AUSTIN, TX, 78701, 
(512)9221583
P.O. Box 13382, Suite 208, Austin, TX, 78711, 
1) American College of Emergency Physicians Texas Chapter
2) AT&T
3) Burns & McDonnell Engineering Co., Inc.
4) Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority
7) Consumer Service Alliance of Texas
9) EZcorp, Inc.
10) First Cash Financial Services, Inc.
11) Germania Farm Mutual Insurance Company
12) Intermedix
13) Lancium Technologies Corporation
16) Lone Star Dairy Products, LLC
19) North Texas Automobile Dealers Association
20) PharmaCann
21) PMI Global Services Inc. and Affiliates
23) SCI Health
24) SOLV Energy, LLC
26) Sysco
27) TeamHealth, Inc.
28) Texas Aggregates and Concrete Association
29) Texas Radiological Society PAC
30) Texas Society of Pathologists
31) TXU Energy Retail Company LLC
34) ViaPlus
35) Vistra Corp.
(512)3681528
P.O. Box 684614, Austin, TX, 78768, 
(214)6768041
P.O. Box 684614, Austin, TX, 78768, 
(512)7089053
504 West 14th Street, Austin, TX, 78701, 
(512)8254921
P.O. Box 13506, Capitol Station, Austin, TX, 78711, 
614-464-4955
52 East Gay Street, Columbus, OH, 43216-1008, 
4) Cencora, Inc
7) Delta Dental Plans of Michigan and Ohio
9) Miami Valley Gaming & Racing, LLC
419-509-0516
1900 Polaris Parkway, Suite 475, Columbus, OH, 43240, 
1) Vistra Corp.
(214)8122885
Vistra Corp., 6555 Sierra Drive, Irving, TX, 75039, 
(512)6895080
P.O. Box 13506, Capitol Station, Austin, TX, 78711, 
(512)7103246
919 Congress Avenue, Suite 510, Austin, TX, 78701, 
2) Air Liquide
3) Alorica
5) Baker Hughes
9) Cemex
10) Community Choice Financial OpCo, LLC
12) Community Medical Services
13) DeWitt County
14) Endeavors
15) Environmental Defense Action Fund
16) First Service Credit Union
18) Gonzales County
20) Hewlett-Packard Enterprise Company
21) Houston Firefighters Relief and Retirement Fund
23) Luminant Generation Company LLC
24) Maric Healthcare
25) McMullen County
26) National Association of Chain Drug Stores
27) Pagewood
30) PrizePicks
33) Rice University
34) RSM LLP
35) Rubicon Advisors
36) San Jacinto River Authority
37) Speedy Stop Food Stores LLC
38) Texans for Charitable Bingo Inc
39) Texas EMS Alliance Association
40) Texas Manufactured Housing Association
44) TXU Energy Retail Company LLC
45) ViiNetwork, Inc. (d/b/a ViiMed)
46) Vistra Corp.
(512)4264123
PO Box 13382, Capitol Station, Austin, TX, 78711, 
1) AT&T
2) Burns & McDonnell Engineering Co., Inc.
3) Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority
6) EZcorp, Inc.
7) First Cash Financial Services, Inc.
11) Lower Colorado River Authority
12) Luminant Generation Company LLC
13) North Texas Automobile Dealers
14) PharmaCann Inc.
(512)2282336
P.O. Box 13506, Capitol Station, Austin, TX, 78711, 
(214)8128661
Vistra Corp., 6555 Sierra Drive, Irving, TX, 75039,