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Townsend Public Affairs Inc.

Andres Rangirez is a Deputy Director at Townsend Public Affairs, Inc. a full service lobbying firm with offices in Sacramento, Washington DC, Bay Area, Central Valley, and Southern California -- representing Local Government, Public Agency, Non-Profit, and Private Sector Clients.

Andres has experience and proven success in policy creation, shepherding bills through the legislative process, securing direct fiscal allocations for clients through the CA State Budget and Federal Appropriations processes, and providing strategic consulting to clients navigating the complexities of the political landscapes in Sacramento and Washington, DC.

Andres is a native of Sacramento and enjoys staying involved in the athletic and other extracurricular programs at Holy Spirit Parish School and Jesuit High School, both of which are his alma mater. Andres attended UCLA where he was a member of the rugby team and graduated with a B.A. in Political Science and International Relations.

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Senate Labor, Public Employment and Retirement Committee

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Office of Assemblymember David Alvarez (AD-80)

Cynthia Yepez (she/her/ella) serves as a Legislative Assistant in the office of Assemblymember David Alvarez (D-San Diego). In this capacity, she handles various policy areas, including TK-12, higher education, education finance, the State Allocation Board, health, and binational affairs. Prior to assuming this role, she served as a Senate Fellow in Senator Rubio’s office. Preceding her fellowship, she worked as a Family College Advisor for the UC Davis Early Academic Outreach Program.

Cynthia earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science - Public Service with a minor in Chican@ studies from UC Davis in 2021. A proud Latina and first-generation college graduate, she is the daughter of immigrant parents and grew up in Bellflower, CA.

Beyond work, Cynthia enjoys connecting with her family, exploring new coffee or boba spots, and using photography as her creative outlet.

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Office of Assemblymember Carlos Villapudua (AD-13)

Cole Klein is currently serving as a Legislative Assistant to Assemblymember Carlos Villapudua, (D-Stockton). In his role, he works on a diverse portfolio of policy areas such as energy, public safety, business and professions, natural resources, and elections. He is also staffing the Assemblymember in his capacity as a member of the Assembly Agricultural Committee.

Prior to his current role, Cole was the Legislative Director at a top-10 lobbying firm, Strategies 360. During his time at the firm, he conducted research and analyses on emerging policies and issues; drafted position letters, tracked legislation through various channels; as well as provided reports on statewide and budgetary actions for the firm's various clients.

Cole was born and raised in Sacramento, CA. His passion for public service began at an early age and was bolstered by the example and guidance of his family and other community members. Cole earned his B.A. in political science from Sacramento State University.

Cole enjoy playing golf, piano and being outdoors in his free time.

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Office of Assemblymember Nick Schultz (AD-44)

Sebastian Aguilar Tinajero is a Legislative Assistant in the Office of Assemblymember Nick Schultz (AD-44). In this role he works on various policy areas including utilities and energy, natural resources, and education, among others. Prior to this role, Sebastian served as a Legislative Assistant for Assdemblymember Rick Zbur and as a Jesse M. Unruh Assembly Fellow in the Office of Assemlymember Laura Friedman.

Sebastian received his Bachelor’s Degrees in Political Science and Labor Studies from UCLA in 2022, where he researched the pandemic’s effects on student workers and the U.S-Mexico Border’s impact on marginalized migrants, and is currently working on his Master’s Degree in Public Policy and Administration at Sacramento State University.

Sebastian is a proud son of immigrants and a first-generation, formerly undocumented Latino who grew up in San Diego, CA.

In his free time, he enjoys spending time with friends and family, walking his dogs, watching movies, attending concerts, traveling, and taking pictures!

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Office of Senator Eloise Gomez Reyes (SD-29)

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Cruz Strategies

Stephanie Estrada is the Director of Government Affairs for Cruz Strategies, a Latino-owned lobbying firm in Sacramento. In this capacity, she diligently monitors issues critical to clients, while keeping them well-informed about California’s ever-changing political landscape.

Prior to joining Cruz Strategies, Stephanie served as a Community Representative and Press Aide for the administration of Mayor Todd Gloria. Notably, she spearheaded San Diego's inaugural High School Voter Registration Challenge, significantly boosting youth voter registration citywide. Additionally, Stephanie acted as Mayor Todd Gloria's bilingual spokesperson, simplifying complex policy information for Spanish viewers and listeners.

Stephanie earned a Bachelor's degree in International Security and Conflict Resolution, with a Minor in Spanish from San Diego State University. She is a proud first-generation Latina college graduate from Richmond, CA, where her family operates a small business. In her free time, she enjoys exploring local coffee shops, going on runs, and visiting her hometown in Michoacán, México.

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Office of Majority Leader Emeritus Eloise Gómez Reyes (AD-50)

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