Our People

Southwest Stratagem LLC pools the experience of individuals with extensive backgrounds in political, governmental, and public affairs in Texas and Washington, D.C. who understand the complexity of maneuvering within political and communications frameworks. Our understanding of public policy issues, communications savvy, and contacts make us uniquely qualified to represent our clients in advancing their causes and enhancing their positions.

Matt Matthews
Matt is a twenty-year veteran of Texas government and politics. He has successfully managed state and local campaigns, served as Chief of Staff in the House and Senate, and as General Counsel for the Senate State Affairs Committee and Chief Clerk for the House Financial Institutions Committee. Matt also served as Deputy General Counsel for a statewide trade association where he directed the statewide advocacy and grassroots program for its six million members. He has lobbied on behalf of a variety of corporate entities and trade associations in the Texas Legislature and the United States Congress.

Blanton Moore
For over twenty-five years, Blanton Moore has worked on political campaigns for Democratic Party candidates at the state and national level.  During the same period, Blanton has lobbied on behalf of a variety of corporate clients before the Texas Legislature and the United States Congress. He provides a vast array of services, including media relations, image and message development, grassroots advocacy, and strategic positioning. Prior to entering private practice in 1991, Blanton served as Chief of Agency Operations for the Texas General Land Office.