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“A trusted strategist helping leaders navigate government with unmatched influence and lasting impact.”

Tony Cárdenas

Chief Strategist

As a seasoned former legislator, Tony Cárdenas brings nearly three decades of experience in public service. As a Los Angeles City Council member, a California State Assembly member, and serving twelve years as a Congressman, Tony championed transformative policies in healthcare, media, tech, economic growth, energy and commerce, and much more.

Tony now empowers clients to navigate the political landscape with unmatched reputation and insight. He gets the job done.

His legacy of bipartisan collaboration positions him as a trusted strategist for accelerated change. As your consultant, Tony can help you, your business, your campaigns, or your organization navigate complex government issues.

Contact Tony and jumpstart your success with clarity and speed. Schedule a consultation.

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Big Wins. Bold Leadership.

  • As a businessman, Tony accelerated business growth and innovation through legislative, regulatory, and statutory solutions.

  • With his engineering degree, Tony’s approach was key in modernizing infrastructure at the city, state, and federal levels, spearheading the largest school, transportation, and broadband projects in American history.

  • As Budget Chairman in the State Legislature, Tony created the largest budget reserve for California at that time, and negotiated record investments in healthcare, education, and infrastructure.

  • As Chair of the Commerce, Energy & Natural Resources Committee, Tony improved citywide efficiencies and championed precedent-setting environmental initiatives.

  • Secured record-breaking funding for public safety through prevention and intervention investments, and shepherded billions of dollars in mental health initiatives including the 988 Lifeline rollout.

  • Locked in unprecedented funding for cultural projects, juvenile justice reforms, and museum initiatives. Tony passed federal legislation creating the first Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum and the first National Museum of the American Latino.

  • Advanced California’s biotech and life sciences industries by securing millions in federal funding for biotechnology and biosafety workforce training programs; received the Visionary Award from the California Life Sciences Association for leadership in STEM and innovation policy.

  • Created and engineered the process that raised record funds for rising and emerging PACs.

  • Co-authored the largest investment in broadband and modernization initiatives, bringing millions of families and small businesses across America into the 21st century.
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Tony Cárdenas is renowned for his compelling storytelling and ability to connect with audiences on a profound level. His speeches, including TEDx talks, are both moving and inspiring. With decades of experience in public service, Tony offers unique insights into leadership, resilience, and the power of collective effort.

Book Tony for your event to motivate & empower your audience.

"The growth of AI doesn’t have to mean leaving communities or jobs behind. With the right strategic partnerships, we can transform this wave of innovation into a wave of job creation — keeping opportunity rooted right here at home." - Tony Cárdenas
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