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Matt Ralston serves as a Senior Manager of State Affairs in the Atlanta office of Troutman Pepper Strategies. In this capacity, he works year round with members of the Georgia General Assembly and Executive Branch as an advocate for improvement in a number of policy areas such as agriculture and natural resources, education, higher education, state budget projects, technology, and healthcare, in addition to building strong relationships with a multitude of trade associations, business leaders, and key coalitions and organizations.  Prior to joining Troutman Pepper Strategies, Matt worked with the University of Georgia’s Office of Government Affairs, the Georgia Center for Oncology Research and Education, as well as numerous political campaigns.

Professional and Community Involvement
• Women’s Public Leadership Network, Board of Directors

Education
• University of Georgia, M.P.A., 2014
• University of Georgia, B.A., 2012

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