A record of service and success that is, quite literally, unmatched. It is 50 plus years of work built on a foundation of understanding the issues and relaying that knowledge with integrity and passion. Our team of professionals is just that, a team. We work as one to promote the client interest and place a high value on honesty, respect and results.
SCOTT FAUSTYN - PARTNER
Scott has been with Karoub Associates since 1986. His tenure and profile with Karoub Associates has earned him recognition as one of Michigan’s top 15 individual lobbyists. Scott holds a B.S. from James Madison College at Michigan State University.
sfaustyn@karoub.com
SHELLY STAHL - PARTNER
Shelly joined Karoub Associates in 1997 after serving as the Finance Director for the Michigan Republican State Committee. She has an expertise in fundraising and political campaigns. She has a B.S. from Michigan State University.
sstahl@karoub.com
TABITHA ZIMNY - PARTNER
Tabitha joined Karoub Associates in 2003. She has experience in fund development, nonprofits, housing and local and state governments. She has a B.A. from James Madison College at Michigan State University.
tabitha@karoub.com
MATT BRESLIN - PARTNER
Matt joined Karoub Associates in 2011. He most recently served as the Legislative Director for the Senate Majority Leader. He earned his B.A. in finance from the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University and his J.D. from Michigan State University of Law.
mbreslin@karoub.com
MATT KURTA - PARTNER
Matt joined Karoub Associates in 2011. He spent eight years in the Michigan Senate, ending as the Deputy Chief of Staff to the Senate Minority Leader. Matt holds a B.A. from Western Michigan University, and is a Fellow of the Michigan Political Leadership Program (MPLP).
mkurta@karoub.com
MADELINE FATA - ASSOCIATE
Madeline has a robust background in local government, transportation, and environmental policy. She joined the firm after serving as governmental affairs associate at the Michigan Association of Counties. She also has 10 years of legislative experience, having worked as a legislative director in both the House and Senate.
mfata@karoub.com
JOSEPH PALAMARA - ASSOCIATE
Joe joined Karoub Associates in 2001. Prior to that he was a seven-term State Representative and is a current Wayne County Commissioner. He holds a B.A. Degree in Business from Michigan State University and a J.D. from the Detroit College of Law.
jpalamara@karoub.com
MIKE WISNIEWSKI - ASSOCIATE
Mike joined Karoub Associates after nearly 10 years on staff in the Michigan Legislature. He most recently served as deputy legislative director for the Michigan House Republican leader. He has specialized knowledge in finance, tax, and energy policy.
mwisniewski@karoub.com
JACKIE SALAZAR - CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
Jackie is responsible for office and events management at Karoub Associates, including special event coordination for the Governors Room, Karoub’s premiere legislative fundraising and reception facility next door to the State Capitol.
jsalazar@karoub.com
AMY BURNETT - CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
Amy joined Karoub Associates in 1997. She is responsible for accounting, bookkeeping, information technology and office management.
aburnett@karoub.com
DANA SMITH - CHIEF ENGAGEMENT OFFICER
Dana joined Karoub Associates in 2021. She brings experience from private, corporate, university and non-profit, and government. She most recently spent two years within the Whitmer Administration. She currently handles campaign finance, association management and client engagement.
dsmith@karoub.com
