W. Zachary Holzapfel Government & Legislative Affairs Consultant (614) 462-5447 •     Download vCard Government & Legislative Affairs

Practice Focus

Assists clients with government and regulatory issues and advises them on pending legislation that will affect their business operations. Navigates successful outcomes for clients by advocating their interests and testifying before committees in the Ohio legislature, the U.S. Congress, executive agencies and other federal agencies.

Career Highlights

Served as director of government affairs for Ohio Department of Heath during both Taft & Strickland administrations, 2006-2008.

Worked in state government for several years, including experience with the Ohio Attorney General’s Office, the Ohio Governor’s Office and as legislative liaison for the Ohio Department of Health.

Maintained state agency funding levels during the past three biennial budgets.

Professional Memberships and Volunteer Activities

• CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate), volunteer
• Learning for Life, volunteer
• Ohio Lobbying Association, member

Education

Master of Public Administration (2007)
Ohio University

Bachelor of Arts, Communication (2001)
Capital University