Sprinting through Session with Capital City Consulting

Who is your favorite Florida Capitol Press Corps reporter and why? preferred reporter from the Florida Capitol Press Corps. However, I appreciate Peter Schorsch precise and punctual reporting, consistently delivering up-to-theminute news and reliable facts.

Other than FloridaPolitics.com, your reading list includes … publications on utilities, housing, and workforce development to stay up-to-date and better serve my clients.

What swear word do you use most often? I have used various alternative communication methods since I am a new lobbyist and have not felt the need to resort to profanity.

What is your most treasured possession? My family, which brings joy and meaning to my life that any material object cannot replace.

The best hotel in Florida is … prioritize hotels in Florida that cater to my workload and needs. Comfort, convenience, on-site dining, and comfortable bedding are essential for me.

You’ve just learned that you will be hosting a morning talk show about Florida politics. Who are the first four guests you’d invite to appear? invite Nick Iarossi and (as a team), Paul Renner Passidomo and Fentrice Driskell my initial guests to provide a broad range of perspectives and valuable insights to the conversation.

Favorite movie? “A Few Good Men.”

When you pig out, what do you eat? Savory seafood, rich chocolate cake and delicious chocolate chip cookies.

If you could have dinner with a historical figure no longer living, who would it be? Thurgood Marshall former Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.

Significant other? Children? Grandkids? Very significant, Mary Clare

In 25 words or less, explain what you do. We are results-obsessed problem solvers that use everything in our repertoire to assist clients at the intersection of legislation and real-life problems.

Without using the words Democrat, independent or Republican, conservative or liberal, describe your political persuasion. Somewhere between Ron DeSantis, Jeb Bush Jeff Brandes

If you have one, what is your motto? “The future starts today, not tomorrow.” — Pope John Paul II

During your career, have you had a favorite pro bono client? Does walking for candidates count? If so, the new freshman class.

Three favorite charities? Wounded Warrior Project, 4Kids Foster Care and

Any last-day-of-Session traditions? Getting the hell out of town.

What are you most looking forward to during the 2023 Legislative Session?

If you could have another lobbyist’s client list, it would be … Bill Rubin. He has built out an incredible Rolodex through his years in the process. A true OG.

Professional accomplishment of which you are most proud? Playing a very small role in the DeSantis administration before joining Rubin Turnbull.

Lobbyists are often accused of wearing Gucci loafers; do you own a pair of Gucci loafers? If not, why not? I feel like this question alone has killed the Gucci loafer game in Tallahassee, so no, I do not wear them.

Who is your favorite Florida Capitol Press Corps reporter and why? They have a tough job. I have twitter alerts on for Gary Fineout, Matt Dixon and Peter Schorsch.

Other than Florida Politics.com, your reading list includes … Love a good Twitter thread, I also constantly find myself in Wikipedia holes throughout the night.

What swear word do you use most often? D) All the above.

What is your most treasured possession? My time.

The best hotel in Florida is … The Pearl in the North and The Breakers in the South.

You’ve just learned that you will be hosting a morning talk show about Florida politics. Who are the first four guests you’d invite to appear? Heather Turnbull, Jamie Grant, Andrea Gainey and Tony the shoeshine guy. Hopefully, Heather, Andrea and Tony can get a word in.

Favorite movie? Big Harry Potter guy.

When you pig out, what do you eat? Dairy Queen Butterfinger Blizzard.

If you could have dinner with a historical figure no longer living, who would it be? Potluck Style: George Washington, Alexander the Great, Jorge Mas Canosa, Teddy Roosevelt and Calvin Coolidge.