Jim Mitchell

Widely regarded as one of Maine’s leading lobbyists, Jim Mitchell has been advocating on behalf of various client interests at the Maine Legislature for more than two decades. Jim has developed and executed numerous comprehensive integrated lobbying efforts to educate public officials, guide accurate and persuasive messaging and help shape prudent public policy.  Jim has been active in Maine politics for more than 30 years; he served as Chairman of the Maine Democratic Party and later ran in a primary for U.S. Congress.  He has also worked as campaign manager or strategic advisor for campaigns for U.S. Congress, Governor and U.S. Senate and served as statewide co-chair on a Presidential campaign.

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We strongly believe that each of our client’s unique lobbying programs should be carried out by our principals – not associates who are just learning the ropes. Our line of attack means you can be sure you’re getting the most aggressive and most effective approach.

Informed by the extensive Maine political experience of our team, we develop and execute comprehensive lobbying programs to educate public officials, counteract misinformation about our clients and help shape prudent public policy.  Connect with us and we'll get the job done.

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josh tardy

Josh Tardy, one of Maine’s most recognized political figures, has put his legal and political experience to work for clients since 2011.  Josh is highly regarded for his expertise in Maine’s political arena and, within the Maine Republican Party, is often relied upon for his wise counsel.

Josh is a practicing attorney.  He served eight years in the Maine House of Representatives, including six years in caucus leadership positions.   Currently, Josh serves on Governor Mills's Judicial Selection committee and is the Chair of The Maine Commission on Indigent Legal Services.

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josh@mitchelltardyjackson.com
(207) 341-5858

Chris Jackson

Chris Jackson has extensive experience advocating for associations and membership organizations. Prior to making the transition to independent lobbying in 2010, Chris’s in-depth knowledge of Maine’s board and committee processes served  him well as the Maine State Chamber of Commerce’s staff lobbyist. In that role, he represented the state’s largest and most influential business group before the legislature and the executive branch. Chris has a strong reputation as a skilled consensus-builder which serves his clients well.

Prior to entering the private sector, Chris served as a Special Assistant to former Maine Senate President Rick Bennett, where he focused on public policy and public relations for the Senate President and the Senate Republican Caucus. He has managed a number of local and regional political campaigns, including that of the Republican gubernatorial nominee in 2006, and that of a Republican US Senate candidate in 2012. 

Jake Mitchell

Jake Mitchell ensures that clients have the most up-to-date information about relevant legislative happenings, media coverage, and political events. He develops legislative and regulatory tracking protocols tailored to meet the individual needs of clients, provides media analysis and monitors social media sites to ensure that clients have the information they need to most effectively get their message out to decision-makers across Maine.