BMWL and Partners is a full-service advocacy, strategic communications and public affairs consultancy. Our disciplined research, message, organizing and government relations programs allow our clients to effectively tell their stories, influence decision-makers and win in the halls of government, at the ballot box and in the marketplace of ideas.

WHY BMWL

At BMWL and Partners, we devise, develop and execute winning advocacy, communication, community organizing, and public affairs campaigns. We possess all of the tactical competencies and capacities needed to meet most any challenge.

WHO IS BMWL

Founded in 2000 with a very simple philosophy: Make sure your voice is heard and your objectives are met. We have decades of experience managing campaigns, forming strategic relationships and alliances, organizing communities, and shaping policy.

WHAT WE DO

Companies, developers, labor unions, nonprofit organizations, government agencies and individuals all turn to BMWL to advance agendas, meet business objectives, tell their stories and build and protect reputations.
 

Our Team

Jill Nelson Golub

Principal

Jill brings a wide-range of tools to our clients — from impactful new media and political strategies to comprehensive public policy and research skills.

Sam Lauter

Principal

Sam has more than three decades of governmental relations and strategic communications experience in local, state and national politics.

John Whitehurst

Principal

John has successfully led more than 100 public affairs, communications, and outreach campaigns over the last 20 years.

Mark Mosher

Principal & Creative Director

Mark is an award-winning creative director and public policy strategist with 20 years of experience.

Yolanda Cheers

Business Manager

Yolanda has more than nine years of experience in financial and administrative consulting at various levels of government, education, non-profit and within the private sector.

Morgan White

Senior Associate

In today’s hyper-visual society, Morgan brings clients’ content to the public with professionalism and creativity.

Paul Murre

Senior Associate

Paul Murre brings a diverse set of skills and experiences to the table that help our clients meet their goals and surpass expectations.

Lisa Hanson

Production Manager

Lisa provides production support. She has extensive political and campaign experience at local, state and national levels.

A Sample of Our Wide Range of Clients

What People Say About BMWL

"In the over 20 years they have been in business, BMWL has proven to be a leader in the industry and they continue to set the bar.  They use cutting edge media, innovative thinking, and deep personal relationships to win for their clients. I’m more than happy to recommend my friends at BMWL."

- Willie L. Brown, Jr.

Former Mayor, San Francisco

Former Speaker, CA State Assembly

"BMWL combines creative strategies, strong personal relationships, and individualized attention to give your business the tools it needs to be successful.  They understand the political and business climate in the Bay Area and know how to navigate through the bureaucracy to meet your needs.  I'm grateful to have them on my team and highly recommend them."

- Rebecca Prozan

West Coast Government Affairs & Public Policy Director, Google