Jamarah Hayner, principal at Capitol Advocacy’s Los Angeles office, brings twenty years of experience in political strategy, strategic communications, community engagement, and public affairs. She advises clients on navigating complex political and regulatory environments while building strong relationships with elected officials, community leaders, businesses, and other key stakeholders throughout Southern California.

Throughout her career, Jamarah has worked on the campaigns and in the administrations of some of the nation’s most prominent elected officials, including New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, California Governor Gavin Newsom, California Attorney General and U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris, and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass. She has also worked closely with several offices on the Los Angeles City Council and Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, giving her a deep understanding of state and local government, regional political dynamics, and the decision-making processes that shape public policy in Los Angeles and across California.

Jamarah has led community engagement, stakeholder outreach, and inclusivity efforts for more than $13 billion in major infrastructure projects. Her work has focused on ensuring that communities, businesses, labor organizations, and historically underrepresented stakeholders have meaningful opportunities to participate in projects that affect their neighborhoods and economic futures. She has also advised California businesses, hospitals, affordable housing organizations, and economic empowerment initiatives on communications, coalition building, public engagement, and government relations strategies.

At Capitol Advocacy, Jamarah helps lead the firm’s Southern California presence and supports clients seeking to build effective partnerships with local governments, regional agencies, community organizations, and business leaders. Her extensive political experience, strategic communications expertise, and commitment to inclusive engagement allow her to develop thoughtful strategies that advance client priorities while strengthening trust among diverse stakeholders.