Nick James

About Nick James

I bring a wealth of experience in Texas state government, having worked for the Senate…

Experience

1. Principal

   Texas Star Alliance

   Aug 2011 — Present · Austin, TX, US

   Texas Star Alliance is a lobby/public affairs firm based in Austin, Texas. We are a results-driven, bipartisan government affairs firm backed by a trusted reputation and a track record of success. Whether you are a large or small business, public university, or a nonprofit, we understand that public policy decisions have the ability to deeply affect the lives your employees and the people your organization serves. We work with the state legislature, state agencies, county and municipal governments, universities, schools and special districts. Our work for clients includes legislative lobbying as well as business development for them.When you give us the privilege of representing your organization in the public policy process, you can be assured we will do so with integrity and the utmost respect for your company values and principles.

Education

• Texas A&M University-Texarkana

  BBA, Economics/Finance

  1985 — 1987

• The University of Texas at Austin

  Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law

Skills

• Public Administration
• Political Science
• Governmental Affairs
• Political Campaigns
• Message Development
• Legislative Research
• Legislative Advocacy
• Strategic Communications
• Politics
• Political Communication
• Non-Profits
• Policy Research
• Energy
• Legislative
• Government
• Government Affairs
• Community Relations
• Public Relations
• Community Development
• Energy Policy
• Policy
• Association Management
• State Politics
• Insurance
• Public Speaking
• Media Relations
• Crisis Communications
• Government Relations
• Spokesperson
• Negotiation
• Coalitions
• State Government
• Public Affairs
• Appropriations
• Local Government
• Public Policy
• Economic Development
• Problem Solving
• Policy Analysis
• Legislative Analysis