Elizabeth Emerson

Regardless of the political balance in the Legislature, Elizabeth leverages her experience as a campaign operative, legislative staffer and political consultant to deliver client results. Known for her authentic approach and willingness to tackle challenging projects head-on, Elizabeth is a passionate advocate who clients turn to for insight, strategy and meaningful results.

One of the firm’s principals, Elizabeth has grown the public affairs practice area over the past 10 years, creating a nimble and bipartisan team of strategists. This team advises clients on how to maneuver in a polarized political environment to get results that benefit their business or organizational strategy or, at a minimum, do no harm. A firm believer in the power of speaking up, Elizabeth and her team work with clients to build advocacy campaigns that effectively and authentically connect with lawmakers to drive policy outcomes.

Through more than two decades in the political trenches, Elizabeth has formed strong relationships and a deep understanding of legislative, regulatory and political processes. Elizabeth has successfully advocated for many high-profile issues across the political spectrum, including human services, education, energy, transportation, labor, taxes and more. As an expert strategist, Elizabeth brings a nuanced understanding of how clients’ issues fit into the bigger picture and knows how to translate the most complex policy ideas into straightforward recommendations.

From building powerful coalitions to engaging advocates, Elizabeth connects people to policymaking, demystifies the political process and makes sure their voices are heard.

An Iowa native and Midwesterner through-and-through, Elizabeth finds joy in spending time with her family, watching college football and playing volleyball.

Joined Goff Public: 2012
Alma Maters: University of Minnesota’s Humphrey School of Public Affairs; University of Michigan Ann Arbor