Kate Fassett
Account Executive Government Relations and Business Development
Kate Fassett, Account Executive Government Relations and Business Development, joined HighGround in August 2005 following two sessions at the Arizona State Legislature. During her tenure at the Arizona House of Representatives, Kate became an integral member of Representative John Nelson’s staff. While at the legislature, Kate worked directly with members of the Republican Majority and staff, including the Speaker of the House. She assisted with legislative research, correspondence, and legislative strategy. As she worked with members of the Majority caucus, Kate developed an extensive, first-hand knowledge of the Arizona legislative process. While at the Legislature Kate gained significant experience in subject areas ranging from military to municipal legislation.
In addition managing client relations, Kate works in marketing and business development for HighGround. Her ability to establish great working relationships has made her an asset to the firm and our clients.
Kate also develops and administers campaign finances for all of HighGround’s political campaigns, and directs all event planning and fundraising. She has worked in campaign management for 3 election cycles; with experience in creating and directing mail, collateral, and grassroots strategy for both local and statewide issues and candidate campaigns.
Kate looks forward to her continuing experience at HighGround. Kate is a graduate of Arizona State University with concurrent Bachelor of Arts degrees in both political science and history. She is a 1st generation Arizonan. She and her husband, Jeff, and their son Cameron reside in Phoenix.