Matters of State Strategies

06/04/2026

We are very proud of Adrian C. Bakke for this win and well-deserved recognition at the Arizona Capitol Times Best of the Capitol Awards.

04/13/2026

We are proud to have Adrian C. Bakke nominated in the Best Lobbyist category for this year's Arizona Capitol Times Best of the Capitol awards.

Please take a moment to support Adrian's contributions to Arizona by voting for him, and be sure to vote for the other tremendous talent across the various categories.

As we mark 120 years of the Arizona Capitol Times covering the leaders, decisions and debates that define this state, there’s no better moment to spotlight the voices making an impact right now.

09/17/2025

05/23/2025

We are very proud to have won 4 Pollie Awards at the American Association of Political Consultants (AAPC). Having been in business for four years, this feels very fitting. Thank you, AAPC judges.

The Pollie Awards are the most prestigious awards in the field of political campaigns, in which the AAPC recognizes the best in the business of political professionals in hundreds of political campaign and public affairs categories. We are honored to be recognized among some of the best in the business.

03/08/2025

02/26/2025

Our team is proud to be working with the North Central Phoenix Homeowners Association and their President Mary Crozier to inform the public about harmful housing bills in the AZ legislature that do nothing to fix affordable housing. Be sure to watch Mary's segment on Arizona PBS.

12/09/2024

The Matters of State team was honored to attend the victory celebration of the SUSD School Board candidates: Mike Sharkey, Matt Pittinsky, and Donna Lewis.

The Protect SUSD campaign team recently hosted an event slated as one of the few bright spots for this election cycle.
Emmie Cardella, Shea Najafi, and Jennifer McDowell deserve a ton of kudos for getting these three incredible candidates elected to the SUSD School Board. In an election year when Democrats suffered significant losses across the board, this success has given people hope and ensures the education community in Scottsdale will remain in good hands during uncertain times.

The Matters of State team was proud to be a resource for the campaigns as they navigated a difficult election season. Our team also supported PVUSD school board candidates.

12/09/2024

The Maricopa County Democratic Party chair, Patti O’Neil, announced today that she will seek re-election. Her leadership has been defined by strength, unity, and a clear vision for the future. Backed by several elected officials, we encourage PCs to vote for her this month. https://bit.ly/3Zw2s4W

11/09/2024

This Small Business Saturday, grab a bite to eat at Greektown. Your support keeps them thriving and we are honored to have them be a part of this community!