The Russell Group is pleased to share that Samantha Buchalter has been promoted to the role of Vice President. Buchalter has been with the firm for nearly 5 years, beginning in an analyst role and rapidly rising through the ranks. She has been essential in expanding the firm’s climate and sustainability advocacy portfolio as well as managing day-to-day legislative and regulatory activities. As Vice President, she will expand her client service relationships and continue to lead The Russell Group’s vast coalition work. In addition, she will serve as Head of Farm Bill Advocacy, overseeing our extensive client needs in the upcoming 2023 Farm Bill reauthorization.

Randy Russell, President and CEO, states, “There is no one that exemplifies the values of The Russell Group more than Sam. I am excited for her to step into this new role as Vice President, where she will build on her track record of success in terms of both advocacy and strategic advice and counsel. Sam is extremely dedicated to her work, as well as our clients and our team.”

Buchalter is originally from Connecticut. She graduated from George Washington University and lives on Capitol Hill with her husband, Adam.