Michael Geary

Michael Geary is quickly becoming one of the go-to names in Texas government affairs. As Principal at August Strategy Group, he has earned a reputation for results, reliability, and relentless drive. Earning the respect of peers across the Capitol.

“Michael has exceeded all expectations for clients who have hired him,” one nominator shared. Another added, “He’s not even two years into his lobbying career and is already kicking butt and taking names, landing big clients and getting their priorities passed as leadership bills under both Lt. Governor Patrick and Speaker Burrows.”

A former Communications Director in the Texas Senate and caucus liaison for the Texas Conservative Coalition, Michael draws on nearly a decade of experience around the Capitol. His ability to combine message discipline with strategic insight has helped transform client goals into real legislative outcomes and his rapid rise reflects both talent and trust.

Before his policy career, Michael served as a U.S. Army Reserve Captain and earned his degree from Texas A&M University–Kingsville, experiences that continue to shape his discipline and leadership style today.

As one of this year’s Rising Stars of the Year, Michael Geary represents the determination, strategic skill, and integrity defining the next generation of top advocates in Texas government affairs.