Policy. Politics. Procurement.

Benchmark Advocacy is a California-based strategic advisory and lobbying firm that empowers organizations to shape policy, secure procurement opportunities, and drive growth through insight, influence, and integrity.

“We apply a performance-driven, coach-and-teammate model to our government affairs strategies. We develop proactive playbooks that forecast policy movement, regulatory impact, and market dynamics. Across legislative advocacy and procurement opportunities, we position clients to optimize resources, accelerate results, and strengthen their competitive advantage in California’s complex political ecosystem. “

Benchmark Services

Results aren’t just measured by access, they’re measured by outcomes. Our relationships, strategy, and execution deliver impact you can see, built on principles you can trust.

Policy

Shaping the Landscape

Benchmark Advocacy helps clients navigate and influence California’s complex legislative and regulatory environment. Our team combines deep Capitol insight with analytical precision to drive results where policy meets progress

Services Include:

  • Legislative strategy and direct lobbying before the California State Legislature, Governor’s Office, and regulatory agencies.

  • Policy analysis, bill tracking, and amendment negotiation to advance or protect client priorities.

  • Regulatory compliance monitoring and engagement with oversight boards, commissions, and state agencies.

  • Development of policy positions and strategies that influence decisions shaping industries and markets.

  • Coalition and stakeholder management to align community impact with legislative goals.

We don’t just monitor the policy landscape, we help shape it to your advantage.

Politics

Building Influence

We bring political insight and disciplined execution to every engagement, merging messaging, reputation, and influence into a cohesive strategy that delivers results. Whether it’s positioning a brand in a shifting political climate or navigating a crisis in real time, Benchmark operates with precision and purpose.

Services Include:

  • Political and communications strategy, message development, and political positioning.

  • Crisis management and rapid response to protect brand and policy objectives.

  • Strategic communications for stakeholder and media engagement.

  • Public affairs campaigns that connect client goals with public priorities.

  • Relationship-building across elected officials, regulators, and community leaders.

Relationships matter, but reputation sustains them. Benchmark is built on transparency, trust, and ethical influence.

Procurement

Turning Access into Opportunity

Benchmark Advocacy bridges the gap between government relations and business growth. With unmatched experience in public contracting, we help clients identify opportunities, position strategically, and win competitively.

Services Include:

  • Procurement intelligence and market analysis to uncover new opportunities.

  • Agency engagement and contract acquisition strategy tailored to California’s procurement ecosystem.

  • Partnership development and coalition support to strengthen competitive RFP responses.

  • Advisory support through every phase of the procurement process—from discovery to award.

We turn access into outcomes, aligning advocacy with growth to help clients win where it matters most.

Industries We Serve

  • Healthcare

    Providers, insurers, health tech, and life sciences companies navigating California's complex healthcare landscape.

  • Technology

    Emerging companies in AI, cybersecurity, and infrastructure shaping the future.

  • Energy & Environment

    Utilities, renewable developers, and clean tech innovators driving California's climate action.

  • Education

    Higher education institutions, EdTech firms, and K-12 partners advancing educational excellence.

  • Government & Public Sector

    Contractors pursuing state and local procurement opportunities across California.

  • Automotive

    Helping the automotive industry navigate California’s evolving regulatory landscape, shape clean transportation policy, and secure strategic opportunities in a rapidly transforming market.

  • “Ryan Pierini brings exceptional depth in California health policy, legislative strategy, and government relations, combining public- and private-sector experience to deliver meaningful results.”

    Bill Barcellona

    EVP, America’s Physician Groups

  • "When your business depends on navigating California's policy and politics, you need someone you can trust, understands the landscape and takes the time to learn your business and tailor a strategy that truly fits. He works hard, he delivers, and he does it the right way."

    Ian C. Calderon

    Former Majority Leader, CA State Assembly

  • "Ryan plays an important role in helping us understand the policy landscape in Sacramento. His insight into how issues affect California's correction system help us contribute more thoughtfully to the debate."

    Margita Thompson

    Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, Aventiv Technologies