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NightDragon is excited to spotlight one of our newest Advisors, Kate Bell, Founder of Kate Bell Strategies, as part of our NightFeature series! Kate recently joined our NightDragon Advisor Council as part of our State and Local Advisor program. Kate is widely recognized as one of California’s most effective lobbyists, known for her ability to frame complex issues with clarity and drive results across the Legislature and Administration. With nearly two decades of experience, she has represented clients across industries including cybersecurity, technology, healthcare, aviation, and retail—building a reputation for her no-nonsense approach and deep relationships across state government. Prior to launching her firm, Kate was a partner at Capitol Advocacy, where she led tax and procurement practices—securing multi-million-dollar tax wins, shaping policy, and guiding clients through complex regulatory environments. She has also helped clients win large-scale state contracts, from early strategy and budget alignment through bid execution and approvals, even breaking long-standing monopolies to open competitive opportunities. A trusted advisor and skilled operator, Kate brings a unique ability to navigate policy, procurement, and business strategy—delivering meaningful outcomes for her clients. We’re proud to recognize her leadership and impact as part of our Advisor Council! Learn more about her organization here: www.katebellstrategies.com Amy De Salvatore Jim Rabuck Audrey Laginess