John brings a strong background in congressional operations, political fundraising, and office management to his role as Government Affairs Coordinator at Carpi & Clay. He supports the day-to-day activities of the Washington, DC office, manages a range of client-facing responsibilities, and contributes to briefings and written reports for clients and stakeholders. He brings an adaptable, service-oriented approach to his work and enjoys helping clients navigate their time in Washington.
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John is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the firm’s bipartisan federal lobbying practice, coordinating advocacy meetings with congressional offices and federal agencies, and preparing client-facing materials for in-person and virtual engagements. He tracks legislative developments, summarizes key hearings and briefings, manages firm communications, and contributes to the preparation of lobbying disclosures, client reports, and financial documentation. John brings a proactive, detail-oriented approach to his work and plays a central role in keeping both client activity and internal operations running smoothly.
Prior to joining Carpi & Clay, John served as Operations Director and Special Assistant in the office of Congressman Don Davis (NC-01), where he oversaw internal operations, scheduling strategy, and team coordination in a fast-paced frontline office. He played a key role in shaping administrative systems and supporting the Congressman’s engagement with constituents, committees, and stakeholders.
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Before his time on the Hill, John worked at a Democratic political fundraising firm that represented numerous Members of the U.S. House of Representatives. In that role, he built and executed national fundraising programs, managed donor outreach, and organized events in Washington, DC and across the country. He worked closely with PACs, campaign teams, and party leadership to support members' fundraising goals and strengthen stakeholder relationships. In earlier roles, John worked on political campaigns in Ohio, Kentucky, and Virginia, where he honed his skills in grassroots organizing and political strategy.
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Originally from California, John earned his Bachelor of Arts in Politics and Government and Journalism from Ohio Wesleyan University.