Our Team

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  Lea Cartwright

  President

  Lea Cartwright is an experienced lobbyist with nearly a decade of legislative experience in Nevada. Her background in social work, public administration, and policy, combined with her extensive involvement in government relations, makes her particularly adept at legislative advocacy. Lea's skills in state budgeting and fiscal policy are highly valuable for navigating complex political landscapes. As a lobbyist, she has worked on diverse projects involving social media campaigns and data analysis for various industries, giving her a broad understanding of different sectors. Her experience includes regular sessions, special sessions, and interim periods between legislative sessions. As a trained mediator with negotiation and conflict resolution skills, Lea is well-equipped to handle the nuanced challenges of legislative advocacy and stakeholder management.

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  Elyse Monroy

  Manager

  Elyse Monroy-Marsala is an experienced lobbyist with a decade of relevant experience in Nevada state policy and grant administration. Her diverse background includes roles in program management, policy analysis, and legislative affairs. Elyse's expertise in public health, particularly in substance use disorders and opioid crisis management, is a valuable asset for legislative advocacy. Her experience drafting and advocating for significant legislation, such as the prescription drug management program (PDMP), demonstrates her capability in navigating complex policy landscapes. Elyse's skills in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and coalition building make her adept at bringing multiple parties together to work towards collaborative solutions. Her understanding of various governmental levels and experience with grant management further enhance her effectiveness as a lobbyist in Nevada's political arena.

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  Sabrina Schnur

  Associate

  Sabrina Schnur is a recent addition to the lobbying field, bringing a unique perspective from her background in journalism. With a degree in Journalism and Business Administration from Boston University, Sabrina spent five years as a reporter, primarily covering breaking news and crime for the Las Vegas Review-Journal. Her experience has honed her skills in rapid information gathering, concise reporting, and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders. As a lobbyist, Sabrina excels in attending state meetings, building personal connections with decision-makers, and providing comprehensive notes on legislative issues. Her ability to track meetings, update clients on policy and program implementation, and manage client scheduling enhances the team's capacity to cover statewide meetings in person. Sabrina's background in investigative journalism and her award-winning reporting demonstrate her capability to dive deep into complex issues, a valuable asset in the world of legislative advocacy.