Christy Bouma Christy Bouma, now the owner of Capitol Connection, joined the firm in the year 2000, after an 11-year teaching career in mathematics and computer sciences at the secondary and junior college levels. Her classroom experience—which demanded proficient interpersonal skills, effective but down-to-earth communication, and the ability to convey complex issues in a simplistic and logical format— has served to enhance her value as a no-nonsense, compassionate advocate for her clients.             [Read More] Brian Hatch Since 1973, Brian L. Hatch has provided important leadership in governmental advocacy. In addition to his activities as founding lobbyist of the highly successful Capitol Connection legislative advocacy firm, he has been instrumental in the founding and ongoing management of several financial corporations. He has also been sought out by California's private and public sector practitioners to speak on important trends in state government.                      [Read More]