Public Policy Holding Company, Inc. (“PPHC”), a D.C.-based government relations and public affairs focused holding company, has acquired Lucas Public Affairs, LLC (“LPA”), a California-based public affairs firm headquartered in Sacramento. According to a release, “this is PPHC’s third significant acquisition since its December 2021 public listing, enhancing enhances its position in a key state as it broadens its offerings and geographic reach.

“The addition of LPA marks a strategic step towards PPHC’s stated goal of being the world’s largest, most comprehensive provider of government relations and policy communications for corporate interests and NGOs. This acquisition follows PPHC’s 2022 acquisition of KP Public Affairs, also based in Sacramento, and its 2023 acquisition of MultiState Associates, which specializes in state-based government relations across the US and Canada.

“As with each of PPHC’s other firms, LPA will operate independently as a wholly owned subsidiary, maintaining its distinct brand identity and experienced management team. This acquisition sets the stage for significant synergies and collaborations between LPA and the holding company’s more than 1,200 clients and 350+ policy and communications experts.”

Public Policy Holding Company, Inc. provides public policy advisory, communications, and related advisory services.

LPA was founded in 2006 and led by Donna Lucas, founder and CEO, and Cassandra Pye, co-owner and president,