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Chidlow brings decades of experience spanning transportation, appropriations, environmental policy, national security, and national politics.

For Immediate Release: October 1, 2026 

Contact: Andrew Rosenberg, (202) 247-6301 (arosenberg@thornrun.com) 

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Thorn Run Partners (“TRP”), one of the nation’s leading bipartisan government affairs firms, announced today the addition of Carl Chidlow as a Partner, further strengthening the firm’s capabilities across transportation, appropriations, environmental policy, and national security.

Chidlow brings decades of experience working at the intersection of politics, policy, and government relations. Prior to joining Thorn Run Partners, he worked at several boutique government affairs firms counseling and representing clients, municipalities, and national trade associations on a broad range of federal policy priorities.

His background also includes extensive experience in national politics. Chidlow served in senior roles at the Democratic National Committee, the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee, and on the presidential campaign of U.S. Senator John Kerry. Over several election cycles, he also worked for U.S. Senate campaigns in Georgia, South Dakota, Washington State, and Missouri.

“Carl’s been a good friend since we were first cutting our teeth in this town, and I’m excited to have him join us at TRP,” said Andrew Rosenberg, the firm’s Co-Founding Partner. “He is an old-school pro: honest, hard-working, and well-respected … and he’ll make a great addition to our team.”

“Andy has been a friend for many decades, and I have admired what he has built at Thorn Run,” said Carl Chidlow. “I am honored to join this auspicious group and bring my clients to a firm with massive firepower and national prestige.” 

At Thorn Run Partners, Chidlow will draw on his experience across both policy and politics to help clients navigate complex federal issues and advance priorities before Congress and the Administration.

Chidlow is a graduate of Syracuse University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in American Studies. He also served in the New York and Maryland Army National Guard while pursuing his undergraduate degree. He lives in Alexandria, Virginia, with his wife and two children.

About Thorn Run Partners 

Founded in January 2010 by veteran lobbyists Andrew Rosenberg and Chris Lamond, who previously served as staffers to Senators Edward M. Kennedy (D-MA) and Fred Thompson (R-TN), respectively, Thorn Run Partners is a full-service government relations, policy, and strategic communications firm with offices in Washington, DC, Portland, OR, and Los Angeles, CA. It has been recognized as a Top 10 lobbying firm by respected publications including Politico, The Hill, and Bloomberg, and ranks among the nation’s most creative and effective government relations firms.  

Magnuson brings more than 25 years of congressional experience and deep expertise in appropriations, national security, defense, military construction, and veterans affairs.

For Immediate Release: September 9, 2026 

Contact: Andrew Rosenberg, (202) 247-6301 (arosenberg@thornrun.com) 

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Thorn Run Partners (“TRP”), one of the nation’s leading bipartisan government affairs firms, announced today the addition of Patrick R. Magnuson as a Partner, further strengthening the firm’s appropriations and national security capabilities.

Magnuson joins TRP with more than 25 years of experience on Capitol Hill, most recently serving as Majority Staff Director of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies. In that role, he led the development of annual funding legislation supporting military construction projects around the world and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Throughout his Senate career, Magnuson worked closely with Senate leadership, committee members, House counterparts, and Administration officials to advance complex funding and policy priorities across defense, veterans affairs, and other national security accounts. His extensive experience navigating the congressional appropriations process will further enhance TRP’s ability to help clients understand and engage effectively on federal funding and policy decisions.

Before becoming Staff Director, Magnuson served as a Professional Staff Member on the Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Subcommittee, where he analyzed military construction accounts across the Department of Defense and other national security agencies and advised the Chairman and committee members on funding priorities. Earlier in his career, he served as Legislative Director to then-U.S. Senator Mark Kirk of Illinois, managing the Senator’s Washington legislative operation and advising on appropriations and national security matters.

“We are thrilled to add Patrick and his enormous institutional knowledge to the value we currently provide our clients, both within our national security practice and without. The appropriations process has never been more important, and Patrick is among the most respected experts in the city,” said TRP Co-Founder Andrew Rosenberg.

“I’m fortunate to have spent the last 25 years in a variety of positions on Capitol Hill working with and learning from dedicated and knowledgeable people. No matter how Congress changes, enacting appropriations will always remain its core responsibility and I’m excited to bring my experience to such a dynamic firm and their clients ,” said Patrick Magnuson.

Magnuson began his career on then-Congressman Kirk’s first campaign for Congress in 2000 before joining his congressional office in 2001. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Syracuse University and a master’s degree in national security and strategic studies from the U.S. Naval War College. He was selected for the John C. Stennis Congressional Staff Fellows Program for the 118th Congress and has received multiple public service honors, including awards from the Departments of the Army and Navy and Disabled American Veterans.

His addition continues Thorn Run Partners’ strategic growth across key practice areas and expands the firm’s depth of experience in appropriations, defense, veterans affairs, and national security policy.

About Thorn Run Partners 

Founded in January 2010 by veteran lobbyists Andrew Rosenberg and Chris Lamond, who previously served as staffers to Senators Edward M. Kennedy (D-MA) and Fred Thompson (R-TN), respectively, Thorn Run Partners is a full-service government relations, policy, and strategic communications firm with offices in Washington, DC, Portland, OR, and Los Angeles, CA. It has been recognized as a Top 10 lobbying firm by respected publications including Politico, The Hill, and Bloomberg, and ranks among the nation’s most creative and effective government relations firms.  

From the 2016 Trump Campaign to serving as Senior Policy Advisor in the Trump White House, Daravi brings invaluable expertise on how to navigate the current political landscape.

For Immediate Release: July 1, 2026 

Contact: Andrew Rosenberg, (202) 247-6301 (arosenberg@thornrun.com) 

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Thorn Run Partners (“TRP”), a top ten bipartisan government affairs firm, announced today the addition of Kamran Daravi to expand their Executive Branch and policy expertise. Kamran will partner with the firm as Senior Advisor to support top clients across a range of industries including national security, healthcare, technology, transportation, and infrastructure. His experience navigating the intersection of government, policy, and business strategy, will bring unparalleled knowledge to clients with a particular focus on executive branch engagement, emerging technologies, national security, healthcare innovation, infrastructure, global and regulatory affairs.

“Kamran brings an exceptional combination of White House experience, policy expertise, and executive branch relationships to our firm at a pivotal moment in Washington,” said TRP Founding Partner, Chris Lamond. “Having advised senior leaders across multiple agencies and worked directly on some of the most consequential issues facing the Administration, he understands how decisions are made and how stakeholders can effectively engage with government.”

“It’s my privilege to bring the Trump Administration’s policy priorities to meet the private sector where they are,” said Kamran Daravi. “We must engage effectively with policymakers to advance initiatives that support innovation, economic growth, and America’s long-term success.”

During his time in government, Kamran served in senior advisory roles within the Executive Office of the President in the Domestic Policy Council and at the Departments of State, Health and Human Services, and Defense, helping advance Administration priorities and coordinate complex policy initiatives across agencies. Since leaving the White House, Kamran has run his own successful consultancy in the heart of DC – keeping his finger on the pulse of an ever changing political environment.

About Thorn Run Partners 

Founded in January 2010 by veteran lobbyists Andrew Rosenberg and Chris Lamond, who previously served as staffers to Senators Edward M. Kennedy (D-MA) and Fred Thompson (R-TN), respectively, Thorn Run Partners is a full-service government relations, policy, and strategic communications firm with offices in Washington, DC, Portland, OR, and Los Angeles, CA. It has been recognized as a Top 10 lobbying firm by respected publications including Politico, The Hill, and Bloomberg, and ranks among the nation’s most creative and effective government relations firms.