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Dem-leaning WestExec Advisors lost big-name clients since the election

Last updated: March 20, 2025 1:51 pm
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WestExec Advisors: The Shadows Behind the Curtain of Washington Consulting

WestExec Advisors, a consulting firm nestled in the heart of Washington, D.C., has garnered a reputation for its swift ascent and its cadre of influential Democrats and former national security officials. Yet, its operations resemble a well-guarded secret: the firm doesn’t engage in direct lobbying, allowing it to sidestep the obligation of disclosing its clients and their financial dealings.

Recently, POLITICO managed to peek behind this opaque veil, uncovering a few of WestExec’s former clients. Notable names include Palantir Technologies, Japan’s SoftBank Group, semiconductor titan GlobalFoundries, and South Korean giant Samsung. These corporations had partnered with WestExec for multiple years, but all have since severed ties since November, according to several insiders who spoke on condition of anonymity due to the sensitive nature of the information.

In a twist that could inspire a political thriller, some of these companies are now aligning themselves with lobbying firms that boast direct access to President Donald Trump. This shift reflects a prevailing anxiety in Washington’s complex power dynamics, particularly concerning how to engage with an administration that often eschews conventional lobbying methods.

Despite WestExec’s claims of nonpartisanship, its founders—Michèle Flournoy, Sergio Aguirre, and Nitin Chadda—all hail from the Obama administration. The firm also counts former CIA chief John Brennan among its principals, alongside senior advisers like Richard Stengel and Dennis Ross, both of whom have deep ties to Democratic administrations.

In a remarkable move, President Biden selected several WestExec co-founders, including Antony Blinken and Avril Haines, for key roles in his administration. This sparked concerns over potential conflicts of interest, particularly regarding the firm’s undisclosed clientele. Notably, many of these appointments sidestepped the Biden transition’s restrictions aimed at preventing conflicts from former lobbyists.

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Some clients who recently departed WestExec expressed a desire to connect with firms possessing a more direct link to the Trump administration. One insider mentioned a strategic pivot to “put our resources elsewhere.” Indeed, both Palantir and SoftBank have begun engaging with Miller Strategies, a lobbying firm led by a prominent Trump fundraiser. Meanwhile, Samsung actively seeks experts with robust connections to the Trump camp, as reported by the Korea Herald.

A spokesperson for WestExec, who preferred anonymity, emphasized that the firm functions independently of the political tides, asserting, “WestExec remains one of the world’s leading strategic advisory firms—growing every year since our founding in 2017 regardless of who occupies the White House.” They underscored the firm’s role in providing strategic advice to help companies navigate the intricate geopolitical and regulatory landscape.

“Our substantial client roster evolves as corporate challenges are solved and needs change, but we had a record year in 2024 and are on pace for similar growth in 2025,” the spokesperson remarked. “That’s because good business advice isn’t partisan.”

Individuals familiar with WestExec noted that shifts in priorities led Samsung and GlobalFoundries to part ways, while Palantir’s exit was amicable. A source close to SoftBank indicated that the company was merely re-aligning its consultancy efforts with the new administration’s outlook.

While WestExec officials maintain that their business is not reliant on Democratic leadership, they have reportedly received inquiries from Republican-aligned lobbying firms seeking partnerships. This development reflects the ongoing realignment in Washington, where the political landscape is as fluid as it is unpredictable.

As for the companies that have distanced themselves from a traditionally Democratic firm, this is hardly surprising. A number of lobbying firms associated with former President Biden have experienced significant losses since the election. However, the confidentiality surrounding WestExec’s clientele adds a layer of intrigue to the departure of its clients.

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