Kimber West joined Capitol Advocacy as a Legislative Assistant in March 2025. In her role, she supports Margaret Gladstein and Chad Mayes by coordinating and managing their calendars, as well as scheduling client meetings and visits within the Capitol and across state agencies.
Kimber brings more than 15 years of experience working with state legislators and various state agencies, including the Office of the Governor, the California Energy Commission, the California Public Utilities Commission, and the California Independent System Operator.
Prior to joining Capitol Advocacy, Kimber spent 16 years at a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing clean, renewable energy and climate solutions throughout California and the western United States. She began her tenure there as an Administrative Assistant, handling scheduling, travel logistics, and large-scale event coordination. For the final decade of her service, she held the role of Controller and Director of Operations, overseeing the organization’s accounting department, day-to-day operations, and grant administration and reporting.
Kimber’s deep familiarity with the inner workings of state agencies and her longstanding relationships within California’s regulatory landscape provide Capitol Advocacy’s clients with a valuable advantage.
She lives in Orangevale with her fiancé and daughter. In her free time, Kimber enjoys sports, traveling, music, and hosting gatherings with friends and family.