# Marti Johnson Luparello | Best in Government Affairs TX 2026 > Marti Johnson Luparello of Ocotillo Public Affairs is a 2026 Best in Government Affairs Texas honoree, recognized as Female Powerhouse of the Year. Canonical: https://www.uslege.ai/best-in-government-affairs/texas/2026/marti-johnson-luparello --- [Best in Government Affairs](/best-in-government-affairs)› [Texas](/best-in-government-affairs/texas)› [2026](/best-in-government-affairs/texas#honorees)› [Female Powerhouse of the Year](/best-in-government-affairs/texas/top-female-lobbyists)› **Marti Johnson Luparello** USLege · Best in Government Affairs · Texas Texas · 2026 Honoree ![Marti Johnson Luparello, Founder & Principal at Ocotillo Public Affairs. Winner, Female Powerhouse of the Year, 2026 Best in Government Affairs Texas](/assets/awards/tx-2026/marti-johnson-luparello.jpg) Category [Female Powerhouse of the Year](/best-in-government-affairs/texas/top-female-lobbyists) Organization [Ocotillo Public Affairs](/best-in-government-affairs/texas/firms#ocotillo-public-affairs) Title Founder & Principal [View LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/marti-johnson-luparello-8791a55/) [Visit Ocotillo Public Affairs](https://www.ocotillopublicaffairs.com/) [05 · Female Powerhouse of the Year](/best-in-government-affairs/texas/top-female-lobbyists) # Marti Johnson Luparello **Founder & Principal**, Ocotillo Public Affairs Marti Johnson Luparello, Founder & Principal at Ocotillo Public Affairs, is a 2026 Best in Government Affairs Texas honoree in the Female Powerhouse of the Year category. The awards are peer-nominated. Marti Johnson Luparello has built a career defined by determination, depth, and a reputation for getting things done. As Founder and Principal of Ocotillo Public Affairs, she draws on more than two decades of experience in Texas politics. Combining policy expertise, strategic instincts, and steady professionalism that have made her one of the most trusted advocates in Austin. > “Marti’s work ethic is above and beyond for her clients,” one nominator shared. “She’s incredibly driven, smart, and professional. A great example of what an effective lobbyist is.” Another added, “Her West Texas roots give her a unique perspective on our state, and when paired with her deep experience, they make her one of the strongest lobbyists in #txlege. Just as importantly, she gives back by mentoring the next generation of women in politics.” Marti’s career began with pivotal roles under former Senator and Agriculture Commissioner Todd Staples and in the Senate office of Glenn Hegar, now Chancellor of the Texas A&M University System. She went on to serve as Director of Government Relations and Compliance for Texas Farm Bureau Insurance Companies and later as Chief Operating Officer of a leading public affairs firm before launching Ocotillo in 2022. As one of this year’s Female Powerhouse of the Year honorees, Marti Johnson Luparello represents the rare combination of strategy and generosity that continues to shape the future of advocacy in Texas. Share this honor [Share on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/sharing/share-offsite/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.uslege.ai%2Fbest-in-government-affairs%2Ftexas%2F2026%2Fmarti-johnson-luparello) [Share on X](https://x.com/intent/post?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.uslege.ai%2Fbest-in-government-affairs%2Ftexas%2F2026%2Fmarti-johnson-luparello&text=Marti%20Johnson%20Luparello%3A%20Female%20Powerhouse%20of%20the%20Year%2C%202026%20Best%20in%20Government%20Affairs%20Texas) Same category ## More _Female Powerhouse of the Year_ honorees. 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