HSB Advantage is a joint venture of Capitol Advantage Associates and Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A.
Our team’s experience in association advocacy, corporate government relations, executive branch leadership and state and local lobbying provides a comprehensive approach to helping you achieve your goals across all levels of government, in North Carolina and beyond.
Susanne Barham
Government Relations Advisor
919.621.0664
sbarham@hsbadvantage.com
vCardSusanne Barham brings more than 20 years of experience influencing public policy at local, state and national levels. Prior to joining HSB Advantage, Susanne was a legislative strategist for McDonald’s Corporation for 15 years.
Theresa Kostrzewa
Founder, Capitol Advantage Associates
918.810.7241
tk@cap-ad.com
vCardTheresa Kostrzewa is the Founder of Capitol Advantage Associates and has represented Fortune 500 companies as well as a variety of trade associations in North Carolina for over three decades.
Lisa Martin
Partner, Capitol Advantage Associates
919.880.2955
lisa@cap-ad.com
vCardLisa Martin is an accomplished advocate with a proven track record in government relations, with over two decades of experience navigating the public policy and legislative landscape. Prior to joining Capitol Advantage, Lisa served as Director of Government Affairs for a large statewide trade association.
William McKinney
Attorney
864.240.3271
wmckinney@hsblawfirm.com
vCardAs a shareholder with Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, William represents clients in governmental, economic development and corporate matters in North and South Carolina. Before rejoining the firm, William served as General Counsel to the Governor of North Carolina and Special Counsel to the Attorney General of North Carolina.
Lily Copley
Associate
626.806.2114
lily@cap-ad.com
vCardLily Copley joined Capitol Advantage in 2022 while obtaining her master's degree at UNC Chapel Hill. Lily attended Ole Miss from 2017 to 2021 and graduated summa cum laude with a degree in Public Policy. She then attended the UNC School of Government, where she worked as a researcher, and obtained her Master's in Public Administration in May of 2023.