Karoub Team — Karoub

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 - PARTNERShelly 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 Stat… — **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 - PARTNERTabitha 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 — **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 - PARTNERMatt 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 hi… — **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 - PARTNERMatt 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 Fello… — **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

JAMES CURRAN - ASSOCIATEJim joined Karoub Associates in 2000. He began his political career as a staffer to Senator Carl Levin and has had several prominent roles in major state and national campaigns. He has a B.S. from Michigan State University.jc… — **JAMES CURRAN** - ASSOCIATE
Jim joined Karoub Associates in 2000. He began his political career as a staffer to Senator Carl Levin and has had several prominent roles in major state and national campaigns. He has a B.S. from Michigan State University.
jcurran@karoub.com

JOSEPH PALAMARA - ASSOCIATEJoe 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 — **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

SAM OLSEN - ASSOCIATESam joined Karoub Associates in 2019. He previously worked as a Legislative Director for Senator Tonya Schuitmaker, as well as on former-House Majority Floor Leader Aric Nesbitt’s staff. Sam holds a B.A. from James Madison Colle… — **SAM OLSEN** - ASSOCIATE
Sam joined Karoub Associates in 2019. He previously worked as a Legislative Director for Senator Tonya Schuitmaker, as well as on former-House Majority Floor Leader Aric Nesbitt’s staff. Sam holds a B.A. from James Madison College at Michigan State University.
solsen@karoub.com

JACKIE SALAZAR - CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICERJackie 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 — **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 OFFICERAmy joined Karoub Associates in 1997. She is responsible for accounting, bookkeeping, information technology and office management.aburnett@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 LAWRENCE - CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER

Dana has 30 years of association executive experience and an extensive background in communications, marketing, management and technology. She is responsible for research, legislative tracking and client communications.

dlawrence@karoub.com