TOUCHSTONE STRATEGIES
Touchstone Strategies LLC is a full-service public policy and government affairs firm that combines thoughtful advocacy strategies with targeted stakeholder engagement to help clients advance their goals.
The Touchstone team’s approach is rooted in over a decade of experience
in the public policy arena and a recognition that results are best achieved
when additional voices are identified and mobilized to engage in the
conversation. It is this engagement and development of a broader sphere
of influence that sets us apart and helps to drive success.
Sarah Gist | Principal
Sarah Gist is an accomplished government relations strategist with a proven record of success in delivering results for her clients. She has a broad range of experience in political advocacy representing interests across the entire policy spectrum, ranging from progressive and social issues to more industry specific and general business advocacy issues. This work has allowed Sarah to bring a unique perspective and diverse relationship network to critical policy conversations that help advance her clients’ interests.
Sarah honed her political skills in the non-profit sector, including strategy and campaign work for a national organization in Washington D.C., as well as advocacy work for an affordable cooperative housing organization in the San Francisco Bay area. She has a keen understanding of Colorado politics, having served as the Finance Director for the House Majority Project in 2020 and her work as a lobbyist has included several high-profile issues such as healthcare, education, cannabis, and business affairs.
In addition to her state lobbying experience, Sarah has a deep understanding of local government issues, especially those relating to land use, housing, and economic development. This expertise was developed during her time as Director of Government Affairs for the Adams County Regional Economic Partnership (AC-REP), a business advocacy organization covering the fastest growing region in the state where these issues are critically important.
Sarah is a graduate of the University of California, Berkeley where she focused her studies on social welfare and public policy. She is a self-proclaimed serial hobbyist and enjoys staying active through fly fishing, archery, and yoga. Sarah lives in Lakewood Colorado with her rescue dog, Atlas.
