We wake up every morning and know that even in the most parched and barren public policy environment, there’s quenching water out there somewhere. You just have to know where to look. The Cactus Group can help you find it.
The Cactus Group is an innovative, results oriented government affairs consultancy. Our clients receive world-class counsel aimed at solving problems or advancing opportunities in today’s ever-changing public policy world.
Creative thinking, experience, honesty, and hard work represent the formula for winning in Washington today. The Cactus Group exemplifies these values and attributes critical to success. We not only preach them, but also put them into practice every day.
Working with congressional leadership, legislative committees, personal offices of lawmakers, and the administration are all part of the tapestry of success. The Cactus Group excels at creating creative and innovative solutions to some of today’s most intricate government relations challenges.
There is no substitute to rolling up your sleeves and working hard and fair. Our clients recognize The Cactus Group knows the rules and plays by them. But they also know we play hard and aim to win.
Sue Andres
Sue Andres is the Founder and President of The Cactus Group. She brings three decades of experience working in Congress, The White House, The Department of Energy, and in the private sector, most recently as Assistant Vice President of Government Affairs in the Washington office of a Fortune 200 company.
She worked on a variety of legislative and regulatory issues during her professional career, including energy policy, trade issues, transportation, infrastructure, tax, labor, and regulatory reform measures.
Sue’s creative problem solving approach to complex issues has resulted in numerous successes over the years in identifying opportunities as well as resolving public policy challenges for her clients.
Sue has also participated in a variety of national political initiatives, including a leadership role in the Value in Electing Women Political Action Committee (ViewPAC). Her experiences in national politics have helped her play a key role in electing and advising a wide array of current Members of the House Representatives and United States Senators.
She holds a degree in political science from the University of Arizona and as a result, knows a lot (but not everything) about lots of species of cacti.