For Immediate Release: May 5, 2026
Contact: Andrew Rosenberg, (202) 247-6301 (arosenberg@thornrun.com)
Washington, D.C. — Thorn Run Partners (“TRP”), a leading bipartisan government relations firm, announced today that Partner Louis Sola has been recognized by Washingtonian magazine as one of Washington, DC’s 500 Most Influential People of 2026.
The annual list highlights leaders outside of government who are shaping policy debates and influencing key decisions across Washington. This year’s recognition reflects the growing importance of strategic guidance at the intersection of international trade, regulatory policy, and executive branch engagement.
Mr. Sola, former Chairman of the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission, joined Thorn Run Partners in 2025, bringing deep experience in maritime policy and global trade. His expertise has strengthened the firm’s ability to support clients navigating increasingly complex international and regulatory challenges.
“While I’m grateful for this recognition, I feel particularly fortunate to be leading the Maritime & Logistics practice for Thorn Run Partners during such a crucial time in our industry.
Since my tenure as Chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission to now, our policy decisions have been driving significant and much needed changes across international trade, national security, geopolitics, clean maritime fuels, and infrastructure. It’s been one of the most dynamic periods for maritime and logistics, and I’m grateful to work on issues that I care about so deeply.” Louis Sola, Partner at Thorn Run Partners.
“Louis brings a rare combination of regulatory insight and real-world experience that is invaluable to our clients,” said Andrew Rosenberg, Founding Partner at Thorn Run Partners. “As global trade dynamics continue to evolve, his leadership helps organizations anticipate challenges and engage effectively in a rapidly shifting policy environment.”
The recognition underscores Thorn Run Partners’ continued growth and impact across sectors where policy, trade, and regulatory considerations are critical to business strategy.
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, 59-person 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 that ranks among the nation’s most creative and effective government relations companies.
