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Meet Your Lobbyists

Meet your team of experienced, lobbyists who provide pertinent information to elected officials so they can make sound decisions about matters that affect businesses in Central Indiana.

Mark Fisher, Vice President of Government Relations and Policy Development

mfisher@indychamber.com, 317.464.2291
Twitter: @FisherIndy

Experience: Prior to joining the team at the Indy Chamber, Mark served as Director of Engagement and Interim President of Develop Indy, the Marion County/Indianapolis local economic development organization. In this role, Mark served as a liaison for companies wishing to relocate or expand in Marion County/Indianapolis, assisting them through the local regulatory process, including zoning, public works, licensing and permitting. Mark also worked with business, trade and community organizations on various redevelopment and quality of life projects on behalf of the City of Indianapolis. Mark serves on several professional and community boards including EmployIndy, Central Indiana Regional Transportation Authority and Midtown Indy.

Areas of Concentration: economic growth transportation; local government; fiscal policy


 

Angela Smith Jones, Director of Public Policy

asmithjones@indychamber.com, 317.464.2284
Twitter: @ASmithJones

Experience: Angela was formerly a Director with the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency. Angela attended Miami University of Ohio where she received a Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism. She received her law degree from DePaul University College of Law in Chicago, Illinois.

Areas of Concentration: Education, Workforce and Workforce Re-Entry, Environment/Sustainability