AxAdvocacy Expands to California with Marty Wilson at the Helm of New State Practice

AxAdvocacy Expands to California with Marty Wilson at the Helm of New State Practice

Washington, DC – AxAdvocacy, a leading public affairs and government relations firm, today announced its expansion into California with the addition of longtime political strategist and public affairs veteran Marty Wilson. Wilson will serve as a principal, leading AxAdvocacy’s government affairs practice in California, further cementing the firm’s coast-to-coast presence and deepening its impact on state-level advocacy nationwide.

 

“We are excited to welcome Marty Wilson to AxAdvocacy as we launch our California practice,” said Ashlee Rich Stephenson, President of AxAdvocacy. “Marty’s nearly four decades of experience in California politics, his unmatched network, and his track record of delivering results across campaigns, ballot initiatives, and corporate advocacy make him the ideal leader to establish our footprint in one of the most dynamic policy environments in the country.”

 

Prior to joining AxAdvocacy, Wilson served as Executive Vice President of Public Affairs at the California Chamber of Commerce for over a decade, where he oversaw all public affairs activities, including the Chamber’s political action committees, candidate recruitment efforts, and initiative campaigns. His leadership helped shape pro-growth public policy in California, earning him a reputation as one of the state’s most respected and effective strategists.

 

Wilson’s career spans key leadership roles in the election and re-election efforts of two governors and a U.S. senator. He has spearheaded successful ballot measures and led high-stakes public affairs campaigns, while also serving in senior staff roles at the local, state, and federal levels of government. Outside of public service, he held top positions at renowned communications firms and served as a political advisor to Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger.

 

“I’m thrilled to join AxAdvocacy and help build its California practice from the ground up,” said Marty Wilson. “This firm brings together best-in-class talent and a results-driven approach to advocacy. I look forward to leveraging my experience to help clients navigate California’s complex political and regulatory landscape—and to drive meaningful change for employers, industries, and communities across the state.”

 

About AxAdvocacy

 

AxAdvocacy provides best-in-class public affairs services to clients across industries and geographies. With a team of experts drawn from the White House, federal agencies, Capitol Hill, national campaigns, Fortune 500 companies, and major trade associations, AxAdvocacy offers unparalleled insights and strategic guidance to help clients succeed in today’s evolving policy and political environment.

 

Learn more at www.AxAdvocacy.com.

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