About Us
Mission & Vision
Dunaskiss Consulting and Development (DCD) empowers organizations, businesses, and communities to navigate government complexities by fostering collaboration, delivering actionable solutions, and leveraging trusted relationships with decision-makers.
We envision a future where all organizations can influence policies, creating stronger, more resilient communities aligned with public needs.
Our Story
Founded by State Senator Mat Dunaskiss, our company was built on the belief that successful advocacy requires knowledge, relationships, integrity, and a comprehensive understanding or how government works.
Through over 20 years of experience in public services and consulting, we have become trusted partners for organizations looking to make an impact through engagement with municipal, state, and federal government.
OUR TEAM


Senator
Mat Dunaskiss
Founder/CEO

Justin Dunaskiss
Partner/VP

Jake German
Strategic Communications and Government Affairs Senior Advisor & Partner
Amy Clark
Regulatory Affairs and Legal Support Specialist
Lisa Hutchinson
Regulatory Affairs and Licensing Specialist
Donna Carnacchi
Financial Officer
Beth Makarewicz
Administrative Professional
Services
Our Approach
We combine strategic advocacy, personal connections, and a client centric-approach to ensure our clients have a voice in decision-making.
Using data-driven insights and real-time tracking, we anticipate challenges and seize opportunities, all while maintaining transparency, integrity, and delivering measurable, impactful results.
DCD turns vision into action. We tailor our strategies to address each client’s unique needs, generating custom solutions which deliver real results.
What Sets Us Apart
With deep industry expertise across multiple sectors, we provide informed and innovative approaches to complex issues. We foster recovery, support, and vitality in the communities we serve.
Our accomplishments include driving economic development, facilitating coalition-building, securing licensing approvals in highly regulated industries, and obtaining state level grants for local resiliency centers supporting communities impacted by gun violence.
Lobbying Services
- Legislative Advocacy
- Regulatory Affairs
- Appropriations
- Grassroots Advocacy
- Health Policy Advocacy
- Strategic Business Partnerships
Consulting Services
- Government Procurement Support
- Regulatory Compliance and Licensing Assurance
- Municipal Advisory Services
- Economic Development Strategies
- Strategic Communication and Public Relations
- Permitting and Approval Navigation
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