About Autry Public Affairs
Autry Public Affairs has a proven track record in crafting and influencing policy to address the pressing needs of clients. The practice is well-positioned to gain access to and influence lawmakers, staff, agency heads, and executive branch officials to help clients achieve their desired outcomes.
Committed to excellence, Autry Public Affairs adopts a utilitarian approach to representation: listening to clients, giving honest and practical advice, putting in time and hard work, and, most importantly, treating all stakeholders with dignity and respect.
Meet Evan
Founder & Principal, Autry Public Affairs
Evan Autry is the founder and principal of Autry Public Affairs. A change agent and respected facilitator, Autry leverages his extensive experience and vast network of contacts in state government and private sectors to deliver results for his clients. In 2023, Autry was named the #1 “Rising Lobby Star” by Capitol Inside.
Before founding Autry Public Affairs, Autry served as the top political advisor to the Texas Speaker of the House, managing a 6 million dollar budget that supported scores of members and candidates in their campaigns for public office. It was the most successful Speaker-led election cycle in Texas history.
Prior to joining the Texas Speaker, Autry lobbied for nearly a decade as director of legislative affairs for the rural electric cooperative association, during which time he became well-versed in utility, energy, and telecommunications policy. He helped pass critical legislation allowing cooperatives to deploy high-speed broadband fiber upon their electrical infrastructure to rural customers.
Autry managed political campaigns and worked in the Texas House before lobbying in the association world. He served as Legislative Director and Assistant Clerk to the Chairman of Energy Resources in the Texas House, where he helped pass landmark legislation to fix county and state roads damaged by increased oil and gas production. He also assisted in passing laws to strengthen public education, invest in cancer research, improve benefits for retired teachers, and enhance transparency in state agencies.
Autry has a unique perspective on how public policy is set and formed—from the motivations that generate policy initiatives to the currents that shape it during the legislative process. This perspective comes from his comprehensive experience both inside the halls of state government and out in the political field.
Autry holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Texas at Austin and a Master of Business Administration from Texas Tech University. He lives in Austin with his wife, Lindsey, and their two children.
Services
Consulting and Strategy
Autry Public Affairs focuses on developing clear strategies and identifying the right solutions for your organization. I can assist in interim strategic planning, drafting legislation, seeking amendments, preparing testimony, finding bill authors, and building coalitions to support or oppose legislation and policy. I listen to my clients and help identify vantage points to advance your priorities or mitigate threats.
Monitoring and Reporting
I utilize advanced software tools alongside my strong presence at the Capitol to diligently monitor and analyze legislation throughout its journey in the legislative process. It’s my mission to keep clients informed with timely updates and comprehensive reports on developments that could impact their goals, ensuring they are always prepared to respond effectively.
Lobbying
Autry Public Affairs is well-positioned to gain access to and influence lawmakers, staff, agency heads, and executive branch officials to help clients achieve their desired outcomes. My steady presence at the Capitol and state government grants my clients access and opportunities to build relationships and educate key decision-makers about their needs and goals.
Procurement and Regulatory
Autry Public Affairs assists clients with navigating the complexities of government procurement processes and regulatory environments. I help pursue government contracts, influence regulatory decisions, and conduct research to ensure clients follow the correct statutes and regulations. My strategic guidance helps clients successfully compete in public sector markets and manage regulatory challenges.
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