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Strategic Solutions in Environmental Policy

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Our Team

Emily Patrolia founded ESP Advisors to address the need for sophisticated government and public affairs services in the community she holds dear. Emily uses her advocacy and congressional experience and deep understanding of environmental science to lead the firm in all its endeavors. 

Emily Patrolia

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Based in DC

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Emily Patrolia

Chief Executive Officer & Founder

Kat draws upon her ocean policy expertise and years of experience managing projects, programs, and teams to catalyze success for ESP Advisors and our clients. Most recently, Kat served as staff for Senator Roger Wicker (R-MS), former Chair of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

Kat Montgomery

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Seahorse

Based in Virginia

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Kat Montgomery

Chief Operating Officer

Austen Stovall’s background is in coral reef ecology, nature-based solutions, and coastal management. She most recently worked for Representative Jared Huffman (D-CA-02) on his oceans and fisheries portfolio. Austen holds a master’s degree in coastal science and policy from UC Santa Cruz.

Austen Stovall

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Corals

Based in DC

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Austen Stovall

Senior Manager

Caroline brings sharp policy instincts and a passion for coastal resilience to ESP Advisors. At the White House Council on Environmental Quality, she supported both the freshwater and ocean policy teams. Most recently, she worked on communications and government affairs for Restore America’s Estuaries, deepening her expertise in habitat protection and federal engagement. Caroline holds a dual degree in Political Science and Fine Art from George Washington University.

Caroline Roche

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Beluga Whale

Based in Washington, DC

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Caroline Roche

Policy Associate

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Pamela has over 25 years experience on Capitol Hill. As Chief of Staff for the late Congressman Don Young (R-AK), father of many initiatives and laws that govern ocean resources today, she oversaw 16 original bills that were signed into law and managed the annual appropriations process.

Pamela Day Tapscott

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Based in Maryland

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Pamela Day Tapscott

Senior Advisor | Policy

With over a decade of experience bringing clients’ visions to reality, Cat specializes in marketing and brand development. As both a designer and artist, she excels in visual storytelling and graphic strategy.

Cat Elia

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Frog fish

Based on the West Coast

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Cat Elia

Senior Advisor | Design

Sarah brings a decade of media relations and science communication expertise to her role at ESP Advisors. Before joining ESP, she reported on marine and coastal science for outlets including National Geographic News, PBS Digital Studios, and Hakai Magazine.

Sarah Keartes

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Scalloped hammerhead

Based in Oregon

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Sarah Keartes

Senior Advisor | Communications

Interested in joining our team? 

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Contact Us

+1 (202) 802-8118

712 H ST NE Suite 2343 Washington, DC 20002

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