THOMAS P. PAPPAS, ESQ. , PRESIDENT

Snapshot:
“For more than 15 years, I’ve played an active role in state government. It’s satisfying to have had a hand in guiding and crafting significant pieces of legislation during my career. I get a lot done for my clients in part because of my direct and honest approach. That’s helped me earn the trust of both political parties.”

How I got here:

• Helped open the first Columbus office of the Cleveland-based law firm, Calfee, Halter & Griswold, concentrating on lobbying and government affairs
  
  
• Joined the law firm of Carlile, Patchen, Murphy to represent clients before the Ohio General Assembly
  
  
• Served as Legislative Assistant to three Ohio State Senators
  
  
• Served as Campaign Manager for the successful campaigns of Ohio State Sens. Grace Drake and Dick Schafrath, and U.S. Rep. Paul Gillmor’s first campaign to Congress
  
  

Formal learning:

• Graduate of the Capital University College of Law
  
  
• Member of the Law Review, publishing an article regarding the U.S. Congress and Fair Labor Standards Act
  
  

What I’m known for:

• Environmental matters
  
  
• Health insurance and law
  
  
• Local government issues
  
  
• In-depth knowledge of the legislative process
  
  

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WILLA J. EBERSOLE, VICE PRESIDENT

Snapshot:
“Because I’ve worked in the corporate sector, when I advise companies about energizing their political action and grassroots programs, they know I’ve been in their shoes – and I know what works. What my clients and legislators get from me is knowledge of the issues, hard work and the truth.”

How I got here:

• Served as Vice President of Thomas C. Green & Associates, a government relations firm
  
  
• Served as a Legislative Aide in the Ohio Senate, assisting and advising Senators on the state budget, environmental and health care issues
  
  
• Served on the transition team for then-Ohio Attorney General Betty Montgomery
  
  
• Assisted with a variety of campaigns for Columbus Mayor, State Representative and Ohio Senate races, all resulting in victories
  
  
• Served as Government Affairs Manager for Columbia Gas of Ohio
  
  

Formal learning:

• Received a Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism and Political Science from Bowling Green State University
  
  

Serving my community and profession:

• Ohio Chamber of Commerce, Energy/Environment and Public Affairs Committees
  
  
• Member of the Ohio Lobbying Association Ethics Committee
  
  
• Past President and current volunteer for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Mid Ohio Chapter
  
  

What I’m known for:

• Environmental issues and impacts
  
  
• Health care provider and insurance issues
  
  
• Political action and grassroots programs
  
  
• In-depth knowledge of the legislative process
  
  

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NATALIE WISE, MANAGER, GRASSROOTS CLIENT SERVICES

Snapshot:
"Positions abroad and a background in International Politics have given me a unique perspective and laid a strong foundation for critical thinking which have helped make apparent the connection between what happens at the Ohio Statehouse and the global market place."

How I got here:

• Recently served as a Legislative Aide for the Ohio House of Representatives
  
  
• Supported the United States' mission of spreading international understanding as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Lanzhou, China.
  
  
• Assisted with research and constituent affairs in both the District and Washington, D.C. offices of a former U.S. Congressman
  
  

Formal learning:

• Earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish and International Relations with a minor in Political Science from Ohio University
  
  
• Received a Master of Arts degree in Political Science from Ohio University
  
  

What I’m known for:

• Streamlined approach to effective grassroots efforts
  
  
• Statehouse navigational know-how
  
  
• Solid foundational understanding of the inner-workings of the Ohio General Assembly
  
  
• Motivation to achieve client objectives and satisfaction
  
  

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DEE SMITH, OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

Snapshot:
"My diverse background has provided me with a well-rounded business perspective. I have gained exceptional organization skills and a strong customer service orientation, which helps me help our clients."

How I got here:

• Office management and legal assistant for James Pugh, Attorney, Memphis, Tennessee
  
  
• Launched company website, developed website promotions and was responsible for e-commerce at Mike Vallery Auto Group, Circleville, Ohio
  
  
• Office management and administration for Matthew Roth, Attorney, Reynoldsburg, Ohio
  
  

Formal learning:

• Fairfield Career Center
  
  

Serving my community and profession:

• Faith-based Community Outreach
  
  

What I'm Known For:

• Exceptional client service
  
  
• Effective event coordination
  
  
• Remarkable resourcefulness
  
  
• Outstanding organizational skills
  
  
• Efficient office management
  
  

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LINDA JONES, OFFICE COORDINATOR

Snapshot:
"Working in both the public and private sector for many years has given me the ability to communicate and understand the many aspects of the business and political communities."

How I got here:

• Recently served as the mayor's liaison between the mayor's office, the city departments and the residents
  
  
• Grant Writer for a local government
  
  
• Accounts Receivable Manager for a multi state Real Estate Management company
  
  

Formal learning:

• Earned a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Certification from The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
  
  
• Received an Associate Degree in Accounting from Bliss College in Columbus, Ohio.
  
  

Serving my community and profession:

• Current Executive Director and Former Board Member of the Whitehall Area Chamber of Commerce
  
  
• Immediate Past President of Eastern Kiwanis (2006-2007), Secretary from 2002-2005
  
  
• Former Secretary of the Pride of Whitehall (7 Years)
  
  
• Volunteer with The Whitehall Community Celebration Association (WCCA) (8 Years)
  
  
• Former Church Council Secretary
  
  
• Advisory Council for C. Ray Williams Early Childhood Learning Center (5 Years)
  
  
Former Secretary of the Pride of Whitehall (7 Years)
• Coordinator of the Community Kids Christmas Program (7 Years)
  
  

What I’m known for:

• Excellent communication skills
  
  
• Outgoing personality
  
  
• Outstanding organizational and management skills
  
  
• Great Customer Service
  
  

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