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FOUNDER & PRESIDENT- Acosta Consulting 

Andrew Acosta is the Founder of Acosta Consulting with over two decades of experience in campaign management, press strategy, public relations and issue advocacy.

Andrew knows how to combine research, coordinated outreach and targeted messaging into custom-built victories. From recall campaigns and special elections to statewide referendums and numerous independent expenditure efforts, Andrew is adept at navigating California’s ever-changing political landscape. He designs campaigns that move people to action, engaging influencers and leveraging communications channels to advance the cause.

Andrew has captained statewide political campaigns, legislative and congressional races, and contentious public affairs efforts. He has advised the California Democratic Party and consulted on numerous statewide campaigns on issues ranging from tribal gaming to the legalization of marijuana.

Prior to founding Acosta Consulting, Andrew was a partner of Acosta|Salazar. He understands the inner workings of the state Capitol having staffed the legislative leadership in both the State Assembly and State Senate.

A native Californian, Andrew played rugby at UCLA where he earned a degree in Political Science. He lives in Sacramento with his wife Abbie and their two daughters.

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