Rana Lashgari
A New Kind of Lobbying: Government Relations, Municipal Procurement, Policy Development, Community Advocacy
- Role
- Board Member at Arizona-Mexico Commission
- Location
- Phoenix, AZ, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Rana Lashgari
Rana Lashgari is the founder and president of Biltmore Strategies, a leading lobbying and government relations firm based in Phoenix, Arizona. With a career spanning local, state, and federal government roles, she has established herself as a prominent figure in Arizona’s political landscape. Before founding her firm, Lashgari held various positions, including executive staff member for Senator John McCain, Chief of Staff to a City of Phoenix Councilmember, municipal prosecutor for the City of Phoenix, and outside counsel for the Arizona Corporation Commission. Her diverse experience has enabled her to build a vast network across Arizona, making her a go-to consultant for politicians, campaigns, community groups, and businesses seeking to navigate local government processes. Under her leadership, Biltmore Strategies has grown to become one of Arizona’s largest lobbying firms, representing a wide range of clients from community groups to Fortune 500 companies. Lashgari’s innovative approach to lobbying focuses on accessibility and building meaningful relationships, breaking down barriers in an industry traditionally dominated by large corporations. In addition to her professional achievements, Lashgari is actively involved in her community. She serves on the Arizona-Mexico Commission, the Governor’s Regulatory Review Council, and the Fulfillment in Training (F.I.T.) Advisory Board. Her contributions have been recognized with accolades such as the 2021 Woman Achievers of Arizona by the Arizona Capitol Times and inclusion in Phoenix Magazine’s “Great 48”. Lashgari holds a J.D. from the University of Arizona’s James E. Rogers College of Law and a Bachelor of Science in Political Science and International Affairs from the University of California, Riverside. Through her work at Biltmore Strategies, Rana Lashgari continues to advocate for clients across Arizona, leveraging her extensive experience and network to influence policy and drive positive change.
Experience
Board Member
Oct 2022 — Present
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