AxAdvocacy Expands National Footprint with Former Missouri State Senator Holly Thompson Rehder Leading Government Affairs in Missouri

Washington, DC – AxAdvocacy, a leading public affairs and government relations firm, today announced the appointment of former Missouri State Senator Holly Thompson Rehder to lead its government affairs work in Missouri. The move underscores AxAdvocacy’s continued national expansion and engagement in state-level advocacy.

"We are thrilled to welcome Holly to the AxAdvocacy team," said Ashlee Rich Stephenson, President of AxAdvocacy. "Holly’s deep-rooted understanding of Missouri’s legislative landscape, coupled with her unwavering commitment to meaningful change, makes her an invaluable asset as we continue to broaden our reach across the nation."

Rehder brings a unique blend of legislative expertise, business acumen, and personal advocacy to her new role. As a former state legislator, businesswoman, and public speaker, she has been at the forefront of fighting for policies addressing addiction, mental health, foster care, and economic empowerment, all of which are issues she has experienced firsthand and championed throughout her career. During her eight years in the Missouri House and four years in the Missouri Senate, she led efforts to address domestic violence, combat drug abuse, and enhance support for struggling families. 

“Holly knows how to win the tough legislative fights, and that’s why she’s the perfect fit for AxAdvocacy,” said Jeff Roe, Founder of AxAdvocacy. “I’ve had the pleasure of working with Holly for nearly two decades and know firsthand she brings the same results-driven, relentless approach that defines our work. At AxAdvocacy, we’re in the business of winning, and Holly embodies that culture completely.”

"Joining AxAdvocacy presents an exciting opportunity to continue to positively impact the lives of my fellow Missourians," said Holly Thompson Rehder. "AxAdvocacy is a firm that understands the many moving parts and ever-changing landscape of strategic, results-driven advocacy, and I look forward to leveraging my experience to advance meaningful solutions in the Missouri State Capitol.”

About AxAdvocacy

Providing best-in-class public affairs services to its clients, AxAdvocacy brings together talent from the White House, federal agencies, Capitol Hill, presidential campaigns, national campaign committees, Fortune 500 companies, and the largest trade associations in Washington, D.C., offering unmatched expertise in navigating today's complex policy and regulatory environments.

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