Jennifer Fearing named as one of Capitol Weekly's Top 100:
2016 - # 95 | 2017 - # 93 | 2020 - # 83 | 2022 - #72 | 2023 - #74

The way Jennifer brings people together, elevates the discussion, and makes inroads on divisive issues is unmatched.
— Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg and former California Fish and Game Commission president Mike Sutton
I remember asking {committee consultant} years ago who was the most effective environmental lobbyist at the State Capitol. Without hesitation, he replied, ‘Jennifer Fearing.’
— Nonprofit advocate
You want to hire Jennifer because she is hands-down the best lobbyist at the Capitol... but she has to believe in what you’re trying to do.
— Assembly chief of staff
Here’s something you should know about Jennifer Fearing. Win or lose, she doesn’t back down – and she will always out-work the other side. Some people rely on PAC accounts and intimidation, but Jennifer uses her skill, creativity and commitment to hard work to fight for her clients. Any possible pipeline to public opinion – she knows it, and it using it before you see it coming. I admire her persistence in a field that has a hard time wrapping their heads around someone like her.
— Shawnda Westly, former Executive Director, California Democratic Party
As someone who has been witnessed Jennifer in action in the Capitol for many years, you should know how blessed you are to have one of the best legislative advocates in the game! She is awesome.
— Long-time legislative advocate
Jennifer is the bees’ knees! It’s a pleasure to work with and to know Jennifer. She continually challenges us to be fearless and inspires us to be better advocates and better people.
— Paul Towers, Executive Director, Community Alliance with Family Farmers (CAFF)
Jennifer embodies all the ideals that a stellar non-profit advocate needs — tact, strategy, fierceness, candor, and insider knowledge. She gets things done and helps the causes she champions change our world for the better.
— Coalition partner
And Jennifer Fearing again proves she is the best of any lobbyist at getting the media’s attention.
— Jeremy White, Reporter
One of the most persistent and effective lobbyists in Sacramento, Jennifer Fearing went a perfect 6-for-6 on legislation in 2013. That impressive legislative record, according to the San Francisco Chronicle, places “her in the ranks of Sacramento’s most effective lobbyists.” Fearing’s passion for issues near and dear to her heart inspires others to become involved. She never gives up even under intense political pressure.
— CalNewsroom.com's The Capitol's 100 Best & Brightest

“Jennifer, your work is super impressive. The combo of hustle and creativity you bring is something to see.”

— Nonprofit advocacy leader

A lot of people want to do good. Jennifer is effective. And that’s different. She reaches out to people I wouldn’t have guessed could be reached. She is a master of creative coalitions. And she has a sixth sense for spotting and avoiding pitfalls that would pigeonhole her client.
— California State Assembly policy committee consultant
Aussies want trade ties, but must get past Jennifer Fearing.
— Dan Morain, former Sacramento Bee Editorial Page Editor
I find Jennifer to be an incredibly honest, bright and well-spoken individual.
— Judd Hanna, former California Department of Fish and Game Commissioner
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