Jeff Small, a former Chief of Staff in the US House of Representatives and a senior political appointee in the Department of Interior during President Donald Trump’s first term, has joined the 76 group as a principal.

The 76 Group is one of the largest public affairs firms in the West, with offices in Colorado, Arizona, and Washington, D.C.

“Jeff’s extensive experience in federal affairs and deep understanding of Western policy issues will be invaluable to our current clients who need support steering their issues through the federal government, as well as to new clients seeking help with federal affairs,” said Kate Roberts, managing principal of the Denver-based 76 Group. “Jeff will be instrumental in growing our team at all levels in DC, Colorado and around the West.”

Small, based in Washington, D.C., joins a venerable public policy practice led by 76 veteran Jake Zambrano. The practice specializes in government relations, public affairs, grassroots advocacy, and political campaign management. Small will also work with Dustin Zvonek, a former regional director and strategic advisor for a national nonprofit and the former mayor pro tem of Aurora.

Small’s experience includes a presidential appointment and a senior staff role at the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI), where he developed extensive relationships with executive branch officials. Before joining the 76 Group, Jeff served four years as a Chief of Staff for U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert.