Jack grew up in the small town of Drexel, Raleigh. He is the youngest of eight children. His family had a big family farm where they grew vegetables to eat. At an early age, he is exposed to politics. His mother is a democrat, and his father is a republican.

Thus, a debate was often at their kitchen table. He went to college, majored in politics, and started volunteering for campaigns as a student. He then moved to law school and returned to Raleigh to work as an attorney general.

Because of Jack’s background, Jackson grew up in politics. Frequently, Jack would take Jackson with him to the governor’s mansion, making him very interested in the environment of politics. Jackson majored in communications and public relations, which gave him the foundation to start working with a judge in a lobbying and government relations field.

What is the first step to entering the work of lobbying and advocacy?

What is the mission of their organization and the policies they work on?

What are the dos and don’ts you need to consider in lobbying?

Check out Jack and Jackson as they share their journey in this new episode of State Lobbying Heroes.