As Managing Director of Nestpoint, John Thomas co-founded the organization and shapes its strategic direction, driving growth and innovation across its operations and portfolio companies. With a robust background in media, strategy, and communications, John positions Nestpoint as a leader in its field, overseeing critical decisions, forging strategic partnerships, and spearheading expansion efforts. His leadership draws on a track record of tackling complex challenges, honed as the Founder and President of Thomas Partners Strategies, an award-winning firm celebrated for its pioneering work with political campaigns, corporations, and non-profits. John’s strategic prowess earned him high praise from former President Donald Trump, who commended him for his work in the 2024 election cycle, saying, "Thank you to John Thomas, the highly respected Republican strategist."

John established himself as a top strategist while serving as Chief Strategist for Republican candidates nationwide, including President and U.S. Senate races, where his innovative 2016 election ads led the Los Angeles Times to dub him the "Billy the Kid of Political Battles." A prominent political commentator, he appeared regularly on KFI AM 640’s Bill Handel Show in the past and has been featured on CNN, Fox News, and MSNBC. Today, he is frequently quoted in fund management publications such as Speevr, reflecting his expertise in financial and strategic spheres. Educated at Southern Methodist University with a degree in Advertising and at the Pepperdine School of Public Policy with a Master of Public Policy—where he received the Distinguished Alumni of the Year Award—John blends academic depth with practical impact. His commitment extends to civic roles, including having served on the Board of Directors for CalWatchdog, Pepperdine's School of Public Policy and as a trustee for the House Ear Institute, mirroring the dedication he brings to Nestpoint.

Henry Huang, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Nestpoint, leads the organization’s investment strategy and operational framework, cultivating growth across healthcare, technology, energy, and media sectors. With a sharp focus on identifying and nurturing high-potential opportunities, Henry oversees Nestpoint’s portfolio development, drawing on his extensive experience as an investor and operator. Before Nestpoint, he was CEO of Hakim Unique Group, a private investment conglomerate, where he managed diverse assets and built partnerships that strengthened its market position. Henry’s entrepreneurial track record includes founding multiple startups in technology and healthcare, securing successful exits through acquisitions by Fortune 500 companies, a testament to his ability to drive value and innovation.

Rooted in over a decade of leadership, Henry’s career spans business and public service, offering a unique blend of perspectives to Nestpoint. He served as Commissioner for Information Systems in Los Angeles County, California, optimizing large-scale operations, and held influential roles at the U.S. Department of Treasury and Department of Labor, sharpening his financial and regulatory acumen. A graduate of the University of California, San Diego with a bachelor’s degree, Henry applies his interdisciplinary expertise to steer Nestpoint toward sustainable success. His hands-on approach to investment and operations distinguishes him as a key architect of the organization’s expansion and impact.

Stuart Jolly is Director of Government Affairs & Global Strategies at Nestpoint Associates. He brings extensive experience in political strategy and government relations, having served as National Field Director for President Donald J. Trump's successful presidential campaign where he secured 22 primary victories. He subsequently served as National Political Director for Great America PAC.

Prior to his current role, Mr. Jolly led the Education Freedom Alliance and provided counsel to international clients, including countries such as Somalia, Qatar, and New Zealand. He has also taught at East Carolina University and the University of Central Oklahoma.

Jolly's political work is complemented by a distinguished military career. A retired Lieutenant Colonel in the US Army, Mr. Jolly served as an Aviation officer, flying UH-60 Blackhawks in the 101st Airborne Division and the 3rd Infantry Division. He served with distinction as a Company Commander in Germany and as a Foreign Area Officer in the Defense Attaché Office in the US Embassy in Brussels, Belgium. As a veteran of the Gulf War, he earned a Bronze Star and two Air Medals for his service in Iraq.

Tim Phillips is Director of Government Affairs & Global Strategies at Nestpoint Associates. As President of Americans for Prosperity from 2006 to 2021, he led the organization's growth from a grassroots movement with a few thousand activists to over four million across 35 states, making AFP a premier free-market advocacy group. Under his leadership, AFP became a political powerhouse with a budget exceeding $100 million and significant influence on national policy.

Phillips also co-founded Century Strategies in 1997, where he worked on various political campaigns, including both Bush presidential elections, and played a pivotal role in forming the Christian Coalition. He served as Chief of Staff to Congressman Robert Goodlatte and has lectured on grassroots mobilization in Latin America and Europe.

Phillips has appeared on networks like Fox News, ABC, and CNN and contributed to publications such as The Wall Street Journal and Politico. He was recognized as a “Top 50 Politico” by Politico and a “Top Lobbyist” by The Hill. A magna cum laude graduate of Virginia Tech with a degree in Political Science, Phillips has been a key figure in shaping conservative political movements both in the U.S. and abroad.

Michael P. Murphy, the Senior Advisor to Africa and the Middle East at Nestpoint Associates, is a distinguished real estate developer, entrepreneur, and strategic advisor with a dynamic career spanning the Armed Forces, financial services, real estate development, and risk management. As the CEO of Global Building Solutions (GBS), he elevated the firm from a regional player to a globally recognized leader in construction, achieving a notable milestone with a $560 million contract for the 2024 Qatar FIFA World Cup Workers’ Accommodation Villages.

A service-disabled veteran of the United States Army, Murphy continues his public service as a Public Trust Member on the U.S. Department of State Foreign Service Promotion Board and holds the Eisenhower Commission of the Republican National Committee. He is fluent in English and French and conversant in Italian, skills he utilizes in his strategic advisory roles, connecting clients with high-value opportunities across Africa and the Middle East.

Murphy's humanitarian efforts are evident in his position as Inaugural Ambassador for the Sovereign Order of Malta to the Kingdom of Lesotho and Permanent Representative to the African Union, where he has successfully negotiated multiple bilateral treaty agreements. Residing between South Carolina, Washington, and several African capitals, Murphy is committed to expanding his global impact through business, diplomacy, and humanitarian engagements.

Joshua Whitehouse, a Strategic Advisor at Nestpoint Associates, brings extensive political and governmental experience. As a former New Hampshire State Representative, he served in the Trump administration as White House Liaison to the Department of Homeland Security and Department of Defense, and as Coalitions Director. In 2014, he was the top vote-getter in his district and has led several major campaigns, including Andrew Hemingway’s bid for Governor. Joshua also spearheaded tort reform in the New Hampshire House of Representatives.

Alex Olson, a partner at Nestpoint Associates and former CEO of Thomas Partners Strategies, is distinguished for his contributions to expanding the company's influence in the political consulting landscape. His experience spans general consulting, senior government staffing, and non-profit activism. Alex holds a Master of Professional Studies degree from George Washington University and a Bachelor of Science degree from Boise State University.

Jason Mashburn is the Strategic Campaigns Advisor at Nestpoint Associates, bringing extensive experience in political strategy, voter contact, and fundraising. He has developed award-winning programs for numerous Republican campaigns, including key victories like U.S. Senator Pat Roberts’ 2014 come-from-behind win, Karen Handel’s 2017 special election triumph, and Governor Brian Kemp’s 2022 re-election. Jason has managed Independent Expenditure and Issue Advocacy campaigns for prominent organizations, including Congressional Leadership Fund and Senator Kelly Loeffler’s Greater Georgia Action Committee.

Known for his expertise in direct mail and digital advertising, he has won multiple Pollie Awards for Campaign Excellence and Best Direct Mail Package. Before joining Nestpoint, Jason worked on Capitol Hill for former Speaker Newt Gingrich and U.S. Senator Paul Coverdell and consulted for top voter contact firms such as Creative Direct and The Lukens Company. A Political Science graduate from Liberty University, Jason is also a co-founder of Cancer Kicks, an Atlanta-based nonprofit supporting rare cancer research.

James Finley is a strategic advisor at Nestpoint Associates with over a decade of experience in public policy, lobbying, and operational strategy. He has represented clients before the White House, Congress, and federal agencies, successfully navigating complex legislative landscapes and fostering relationships with key decision-makers. Finley’s background spans multiple sectors, including healthcare, financial services, transportation, and public policy. He has crafted effective lobbying strategies, analyzed legislation, and provided strategic guidance to leaders in both government and business.

Adrian Sakashita is a partner at Nestpoint Associates and has amassed over thirty (30) years of executive leadership ranging from start-ups through partners in tier-one management consulting, with a focus on large-cap tech. He is presently the managing partner of Questra Advisors LLC, which provides cross-border strategic channel development and M&A advisory consultation services. He was recently recognized as one of the world’s “Top 25” private club presidents, captains, and chairs in 2019 by BoardRoom Magazine.

Valencia de la Vega is a partner at Nestpoint Associates and has several years of successful manufacturing leadership as both an R&D test engineer manager and a Lean Six Sigma expert. Valencia led the initial build of several manufacturing test labs throughout Asia and the United States to meet specific customer demands. By implementing lean Six Sigma initiatives in a high-volume manufacturing environment, Valencia increased profitability by reducing operational costs and meeting and exceeding quality standards for well-known brands like Intel, Apple, and Dell.

Andrew Herzfeld is the chief financial officer and partner at Nestpoint and brings to the team more than a decade of executive experience in finance and strategy roles. His experience is international, spanning three continents: Asia, Europe, and North America. Prior to joining Nestpoint Andrew served as the CFO of Solid Energies, a leading battery technology company and government contractor executing projects with the USAF, US Army and DARPA-E.

Andrew was previously the chief strategy officer for the healthcare division of Hakim Unique Group, a privately held investment conglomerate focused on healthcare, technology, energy, and media. He also served as CFO for two startups in technology and healthcare with successful exits through acquisitions and partnerships with global Fortune 500 organizations.

After earning a master’s degree in energy and finance from the École des hautes études commerciales de Paris (Paris School of Advanced Business Studies), Andrew began his career in venture capital in Switzerland with a focus on clean energy technology.

As General Counsel for Nestpoint, Taylor Thomas directs the company’s legal strategy to propel the growth of both Nestpoint and its portfolio companies. She spearheads due diligence and deal structuring for acquisitions, investments, and partnerships, ensuring transactions are robust and aligned with strategic objectives. With a keen eye for risk management, Taylor provides counsel on complex commercial agreements, safeguarding Nestpoint’s interests while enabling seamless deal execution. Her litigation expertise, developed during her tenure at DLA Piper—a preeminent global law firm—equips her to manage disputes effectively, whether involving discrimination, breach of contract, or trade secret protection, across state and federal courts, arbitration panels, and agencies like the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and Texas Workforce Commission.

Taylor’s diverse legal foundation was built at DLA Piper, where she defended clients in high-stakes litigation and advised on compliance with state and federal regulations. She also supported clients through various aspects of mergers and acquisitions, a skill she now leverages to enhance Nestpoint’s operational scalability and portfolio value. A graduate of the University of Texas School of Law, Taylor combines her top-tier legal education with broad experience to deliver well-rounded solutions that drive business success. By blending litigation acumen with a proactive approach to deals and growth, she ensures Nestpoint thrives in a competitive landscape.

Marc Burgat, a strategic advisor at Nestpoint Associates, has over 30 years of experience in politics, policy, government relations, and public relations, with a notable career including leadership roles at the California Chamber of Commerce and the City of Los Angeles.

Steven Thomas, a strategic advisor at Nestpoint Associates, is a veteran nonprofit executive and political consultant who has guided six organizations as CEO and an additional three as Chairman. He has raised over $30 million for a variety of liberty-minded candidates and causes, and is a former candidate for House of Delegates in Virginia. He has Master of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees from Georgetown University.

Paul Fickas is a partner at Nestpoint Associates and a founder at the California Alliance Group with extensive experience in political consulting and campaign management across California, known for innovative voter guides and running successful campaigns for significant political figures.

Justin Wallin, a strategic advisor at Nestpoint Associates based in Washington DC, is the founder of J Wallin Opinion Research. Wallin is a “marketing concept” strategist, with over two decades of experience helping to develop communications strategy through opinion research working for high-profile clients across the nation from Fortune 500 companies, and government agencies to rough-and-tumble political campaigns.

John Van Winkle, a Strategic Advisor at Nestpoint Associates, boasts 18 years of comprehensive experience in political campaigns, public policy analysis, and planning. He has orchestrated the development of master plans for school districts and municipalities, successfully advocating for over $400 million in general obligation bonds to finance vital capital improvements.

John's expertise spans federal, state, and local initiatives, where he excels in fostering high-performance teams and nurturing collaborative partnerships. He holds a master’s degree in Public Policy from Pepperdine University and a bachelor’s degree in Government from the University of Redlands.

Hillary Shepheard, Nestpoint’s Vice President of Campaigns, has led a career in advertising and public relations in the non-profit sector that inspired her to pursue opportunities in international development. After her time spent abroad, she came back to the U.S. to begin her work in the world of politics, in the form of campaign management on the federal, state, and local levels. She recently finished her tenure managing Congresswoman Kay Granger’s campaign.

LA Harris is a strategic advisor at Nestpoint who has set himself apart from most political consultants in the nation through his experience in working every aspect of a campaign operation during his more than 30-year career. A seasoned professional with hundreds of political campaigns, LA Harris was on his first campaign payroll while still in college at the University of Kentucky where he earned his B.A. in political science. From coast to coast, LA Harris has been an integral part of America’s foremost campaigns. Time and time again, LA Harris has successfully implemented fundraising operations to help candidates and political committees fulfill their budgets across the country.

Milan Dalal is a strategic advisor at Nestpoint who has held a series of senior positions in government. In the U.S. Senate, Milan served as staff director of the Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee’s Subcommittee on Securities, Insurance, and Investment, which oversees the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and the accounting and insurance industries. During his tenure, Milan organized and led nearly a dozen hearings into complex topics, including equity market structure, high-frequency trading, fixed income market structure, and the Financial Stability Oversight Council and designation of Systemically Important Financial Institutions, among other key financial policy issues.

Daniel Garcia, a Client Success Manager at Nestpoint Associates, brings a robust background in account management, strategic sales, and client relationship building. With a focus on achieving top performance, he has consistently exceeded sales targets and driven engagement through strategic planning and consultative communication. Daniel's proven track record includes identifying and cultivating business opportunities, leading campaign mobilizations, and enhancing service delivery by fostering collaboration across teams. He is currently enhancing his skills through a BS in Data Science with a minor in Political Science at the University of Maryland.

Greg Washburn is the senior production manager at Nestpoint, an award-winning director with a rich background in entertainment and marketing, known for his creative leadership and strategic insight in producing compelling narratives for global brands.