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Meet Our Lobbyists

Shareholder, Recruiting Chair at Larkin Hoffman

Matthew W. Bergeron

At the Minnesota Capitol, Matthew represents a broad variety of health care and human service providers, small businesses, trade and professional associations, local governments and multi-national corporations. Working as part of the broader Larkin Hoffman government relations team at the Capitol, he works with a number of committees and across a broad spectrum of policy areas while taking primary responsibility for much of the firm’s health and human services lobbying. He helps clients develop, draft, and promote their legislative agendas while nurturing strong professional relationships with public policymakers at all levels of government. In his health law practice, Matthew draws upon his legislative and public policy experience and the relationships with legislators and regulators he has cultivated over years of working with the Minnesota Legislature, to help clients navigate a broad variety of potential pitfalls related to regulatory compliance, licensing, and public program reimbursement. With a particular focus on Medicaid providers, Matthew represents a variety of providers who focus on serving low-income and immigrant communities, including community health clinics, safety net dental clinics, substance use disorder, mental health and other behavior health providers.

Areas of Expertise

Health care and human services lobbying
Health law with emphasis on regulatory compliance, licensing, and public program reimbursement
Navigating legislative and regulatory processes for health care providers
Representation of providers serving low-income and immigrant communities (e.g., community health clinics, safety-net dental clinics, behavioral health and substance use disorder providers)

Government Relations Specialist at Larkin Hoffman Public Affairs

Julia Page

Julia is a seasoned government relations specialist with a wealth of experience in shaping public policy initiatives within grassroots and membership-led nonprofit organizations. With a Master of Public Policy (MPP) and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Minnesota, Julia has consistently demonstrated her commitment to making a positive impact through influencing public policy. Her education background, coupled with her extensive hands-on experience, underscores her ability to drive positive change and navigate the intricacies of government relations. Julia’s passion for social justice, coupled with a strategic policy approach, defines her as a dynamic force in government relations. In her previous role as the Public Policy Director for The Arc Minnesota, Julia spearheaded the organization’s lobbying efforts, working closely with people with disabilities and partner organizations to advocate for transformational policies

Areas of Expertise

Advocacy within grassroots and membership-led nonprofit organizations
Coalition building and partnership development with community and advocacy groups
Leading lobbying efforts on disability rights and social justice issues
Strategic advocacy for transformational, equity-focused policy change

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