Christie Strategy Group has announced new members of its lobbying team.

Ryan Sanford joins the company as manager of public affairs and communications after previously serving in an external consultant role with the company starting in January 2023.

martin christie said Christie Strategy Group President and Founder. We are excited to welcome Sanford.

“Ryan brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our company. She has a proven track record of success in government affairs, association management, and election campaign consulting,” Christie said. “We are excited to add her as a full-time member of our team.”

Maeci Walker, partner and vice president of the company, said: She will focus on direct lobbying in state legislatures and communications assistance to advance clients' objectives. We are confident that she will continue to achieve tremendous success. ”

Sanford said she I am “delighted” to officially join the company and look forward to serving our customers.

For the past 30 years, Christie Strategy Group, Inc. has represented Alabama businesses, trade associations, and local governments, including the United States Steel Corporation, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama, Alabama Cable and Broadband Association, Alabama Railroad Association, and Alabama Cities. I've been doing it. Gulf Shores and many others.

Sanford is the daughter of former state Sen. Paul Sanford (R-Huntsville).

Austin Shipley is a staff writer at Yellowhammer News.