ABOUT US

Founded in 2022 by long-time Albany hand Matt Nelligan, Syndicate Strategies is a dynamic, forward-thinking firm, that’s small enough to create a specialized plan for each client and large enough to get the job done right. There are no “cookie cutter” approaches here-every client receives an individualized action plan that addressed their specific needs and dovetails with their organizational cultures.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Communications Consulting

Video Production

Why hire someone and pay them benefits to handle your press, internal and external communications and social media when you can bring us to handle it all on a monthly contract basis? We have more than a decade of experience and we know how to put you in the best position possible.

Need some new branding and a new push for your organization? Let us handle it! From writing, storyboarding, direction, filming and editing right down to a stellar finished product-we are your go-to source!

Grassroots Organizing

Have a project you are trying to get approved but facing organized opposition? Trying to drive a political message about legislation home to lawmakers by activating the public and engaging in targeted ads and e-lobbying? We are the firm for you!

Budget/Municipal Advisor Practice

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Association Management

We currently manage a statewide coalition handling all aspects of communications, compliance, event planning and management, accounting and finance, member benefits and advocacy. We can do the same for you!

Political Campaigns

We have almost two decades of experience running campaigns at the state and local levels from soup to nuts-from petitions through election night. We are a full-service firm that does it all in-house.

Energy Consulting

Our CEO has an extensive energy background, having served as the Director of the Senate Energy and Telecommunications Committee and Chief of Staff to the Chairman. He now represents several clients in the field and his skills range from strategic consulting, policy development and implementation, lobbying, regulatory compliance and business development, analysis and forecasting.

Lobbying

We are qualified to lobby at the local and state level and will utilize our contacts on your behalf, to obtain meetings, drive your policy agenda and draft and promote legislation when needed.

Political Action Committees

Hire us to handle compliance, fundraising and management for your political action committee! We do it all from getting it set up to helping raise money, to recommending strategy and completing regulatory filings.

Public Finance System Compliance and Fundraising

We offer a fully guaranteed service to manage all aspects of your participation in the NYS Public Finance System used for Senate, Assembly and Statewide elections. We can serve as your treasurer or as an advisor in this process. We do the work from getting you set up to helping you qualify including utilizing our resources to assist with small dollar fundraising. We maintain strong connections and relationships at the NYS and local Boards of Elections to help facilitate this process.

Website/Social Media Creation/Management

We do it all from design and writing through publication editing and updates.

Our Team

Get to know the dedicated individuals who make Syndicate thrive. Each member brings unique skills and passion to the table, ensuring top-notch service for our customers.

President, CEO and Partner

Matt Nelligan

Matt Nelligan has served in the trenches of NY government and politics for decades and he has battle scars to prove it. Having earned his bachelor’s degree in history and master’s degree in political science, Matt worked as a government teacher for over 12 years before he transitioned into government. Initially hired as a regional communications coordinator by the NYS Senate, Matt eventually progressed to the Senior Staff level. He held the positions of Legislative Director, Director of Communications as well as Director of Operations under the Vice-President Pro-Temp of the Senate. Eventually he was promoted again to become Chief of Staff and Director of the Senate Committee on Energy and Telecommunications. In this position, Matt was a part of the team that authored some of the most significant energy advancements of that era including the Recharge NY program, the enhanced Article X siting law and the advent of Community Solar. At the same time has he served in this role, Matt was also appointed as the Director of the Senate Committee on State-Native American Relations, where he built strong relationships with the recognized Native American nations and their leaders. Matt Briefly left the Senate and served as the Manager of Public Affairs for NY Farm Bureau and the Manager of Government Relations for Sematech. Following his involvement in these private sector pursuits, Matt returned to the Senate to serve as Chief of Staff and Senior Policy Advisor to two more State Senators. In these roles he was a key contributor to the following policy areas: Labor, Tourism, Elections, Economic Development and Developmental Disabilities. During election cycles Matt served as Finance Chair and campaign manager for all of his bosses’ campaigns, while also serving as a local GOP Chair and State Committeeman, as well as a County Vice-Chairman, in charge of local elections. In 2022, Matt left the Senate for good to form Syndicate Strategies LLC, where he currently serves as President and CEO. While at Syndicate Matt has built a strong reputation in a variety of fields and has helped his clients to raise their profiles, increase their influence and build their brands both inside and outside of Government. Few individuals can match this diversity of government and political experience at the State Level, making Matt Nelligan and Syndicate Strategies uniquely qualified to meet your organization’s needs.

Vice President

Trevor Bender

Trevor Bender is a Vice President at Syndicate Strategies, bringing extensive experience in government relations, political consulting, and municipal advisory services to the table. With a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration from the University at Albany Rockefeller College of Public Affairs, and a Master's in Public Administration from the Syracuse University Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, Mr. Bender has cultivated a robust expertise in public policy and governmental affairs. His professional journey includes serving as a Legislative Director in the New York State Senate Majority and working at a top lobbying firm in New York State for over a decade. Currently, Trevor provides strategic guidance as a lobbyist, government and political consultant, and municipal budget advisor, leveraging his comprehensive understanding of public sector dynamics and policy development process.

Project Manager/Compliance Specialist

Azalea Dominguez

Azalea brings a wealth of experience from the medical field to her current role as Project Manager and Special Assistant at Syndicate Strategies. With a diverse skill set that spans critical operational functions, she plays a pivotal role in managing the organization's logistics. Azalea excels in multifaceted responsibilities, demonstrating exceptional capabilities in event planning, association management, and financial record keeping. Her meticulous approach and comprehensive management skills make her an integral part of the Syndicate Strategies team, ensuring smooth and efficient organizational operations.