# Cristina Masters | Best in Government Affairs TX 2026 > Cristina Masters of Office of Texas State Rep. Claudia Ordaz is a 2026 Best in Government Affairs Texas honoree, recognized as Top Staffer of the Year. Canonical: https://www.uslege.ai/best-in-government-affairs/texas/2026/cristina-masters --- [Best in Government Affairs](/best-in-government-affairs)› [Texas](/best-in-government-affairs/texas)› [2026](/best-in-government-affairs/texas#honorees)› [Top Staffer of the Year](/best-in-government-affairs/texas/top-staffers)› **Cristina Masters** USLege · Best in Government Affairs · Texas Texas · 2026 Honoree ![Cristina Masters, Chief of Staff at Office of Texas State Rep. Claudia Ordaz. Winner, Top Staffer of the Year, 2026 Best in Government Affairs Texas](/assets/awards/tx-2026/cristina-masters.jpg) Category [Top Staffer of the Year](/best-in-government-affairs/texas/top-staffers) Organization [Office of Texas State Rep. Claudia Ordaz](/best-in-government-affairs/texas/firms#office-of-texas-state-rep-claudia-ordaz) Title Chief of Staff [Visit Office of Texas State Rep. Claudia Ordaz](https://house.texas.gov/members/4015) [03 · Top Staffer of the Year](/best-in-government-affairs/texas/top-staffers) # Cristina Masters **Chief of Staff**, Office of Texas State Rep. Claudia Ordaz Cristina Masters, Chief of Staff at Office of Texas State Rep. Claudia Ordaz, is a 2026 Best in Government Affairs Texas honoree in the Top Staffer of the Year category. The awards are peer-nominated. Cristina Masters exemplifies what leadership in public service looks like. As Chief of Staff to State Representative Claudia Ordaz, she manages one of the most active legislative operations in the Texas House. Overseeing policy development, constituent services, and strategic coordination with precision and care. > “Cristina consistently goes above and beyond in her role,” one nominator shared. “She not only manages the day-to-day operations of the office with excellence but also invests in the professional growth of those around her.” Another added, “She reminds us why we do this work, because she’s truly here for the right reasons: to serve the people of Texas.” Recognizing a need for more intentional staff development, Cristina created a Capitol mentorship program that connects tenured staffers with new hires, fostering a culture of learning, support, and collaboration throughout the Legislature. Her thoughtful leadership and focus on service have made her both a trusted advisor and an example for others to follow. Outside the Capitol, Cristina continues her civic engagement as an appointee to the City of Austin’s Tourism Commission, contributing to the city’s cultural and economic vitality. Her career spans both government and nonprofit sectors, including prior work with the Austin City Council and a child welfare nonprofit, all grounded in her belief that effective policy begins with empathy and understanding. As one of this year’s Top Staffers of the Year, Cristina Masters represents the integrity, mentorship, and heart that keep Texas’s public service community strong. 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