We offer strategic solutions to advance policy, engage stakeholders, and drive progress at every level of government.
We’re more than strategists—we’re connectors, problem-solvers, and advocates for meaningful change. Our team brings decades of experience navigating the intersection of government, law, and community to help organizations achieve their goals and make a measurable impact.
Lisa Duarte
President + CEOPh: 517.980.5896
E: lduarte@podstrategies.com
David Adeleye
Government Relations Director + Counsel
Jacqueline Duarte
Government Relations Associate
Jim Durkin
Of Counsel
Mary Hanahan
Senior Government Relations Director + Counsel
Maria Virginia Martinez
Senior Government Relations Director + Counsel
Connor McDermott
Senior Government Relations Director
Micaela Vargas
Chief of Staff, VP of Strategic InitiativesBringing Public, Private, and Community Interests Together
We know progress doesn’t happen in a silo. That’s why we bridge the gap between stakeholders, decision-makers, and the communities they serve. By combining deep policy expertise with authentic engagement, we deliver strategies that align priorities and drive results.
What sets us apart
→ A proven track record of advancing key legislation and initiatives
→ Expertise across local, state and federal government affairs
→ A commitment to building relationships rooted in trust and transparency
