Expertise You Can Trust for Lasting Change

With over 30 years of collective legislative experience, our team at Conéctate Green Strategies combines expertise, strategic insight, and a commitment to driving positive change. We work with clients to navigate complex policy landscapes and achieve meaningful, long-term outcomes.

Cristina Garcia, CEO/Founder

Cristina Garcia has a decade-long career in the California State Legislature, where she represented the 58th Assembly District in Southeast Los Angeles from 2012 to 2022.

Cristina’s leadership has significantly impacted marginalized communities, promoting economic equity, social justice, and environmental sustainability.

Key Areas of Expertise

Champion for policies on waste management, pollution reduction, renewable energy, and green technology adoption.

Garcia's legislative work includes the pioneering AB 617, aimed at reducing toxic pollution in vulnerable communities, helping to negotiate 2017's reauthorization of Cap & Trade. She played a key role in reforming the State Department of Toxic Substances Control and helped secure the 2022 Climate Change package, including her on bill AB 1757 on Natural Working Lands.

 

Led the California Legislative Women’s Caucus, advocating for gender equity, healthcare, childcare, and economic security.

Garcia has also been a leading voice in addressing period poverty, authoring laws to eliminate the tax on menstrual products and ensuring their free availability in schools and public colleges through AB 367.

During her tenure, the caucus grew to an unprecedented 50 members, marking the largest it has ever been. Currently she has spearheaded their campaign to grow the caucus to 58 members, nearly parity.

Played a key role in repealing the sales tax on menstrual products and updating the legal definition of rape.

She authored AB 756 (2019), mandating California public water systems monitor for PFAS, and AB 1857 (2022), addressing environmental justice by reducing harmful incinerator emissions in vulnerable communities. Garcia's budget advocacy secured hundreds of millions for cleaning hazardous sites, including the Exide Technologies facility, linked to widespread lead contamination. She also passed legislation permitting human composting, positioning California as a leader in eco-friendly burial practices.

California Assemblywoman Cristina Garcia

Ashley Labar, Senior Director of Government Affairs

Ashley Labar brings 18 years of experience in the California State Assembly, specializing in political operations, communications, and policy development.

Ashley’s negotiation and coalition-building expertise make her a valuable advisor in navigating complex legislative landscapes.

Key Areas of Expertise

Focus on agriculture, environmental safety, water, recycling, and consumer products.

Successfully managed Department of Toxic Substance Reform (DTSC) reform and the Lead Acid Battery Recycling Investigation and Cleanup Program (LABRIC).

Known for her relationship-building skills and ability to represent complex issues to diverse stakeholders, including elected officials and community groups.

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Our Diverse Experience

Our team’s diverse experience and strategic connections in government and advocacy offer our clients:

  • Environmental Justice & Climate Action
  • Women’s Empowerment & Gender Equity
  • Legislative and Regulatory Strategy
  • Coalition Building & Networking
  • Energy
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We combine decades of legislative expertise with an unparalleled network of key decision-makers and stakeholders. From creating tailored campaigns to fostering strategic partnerships, we help clients achieve impactful policy outcomes. Connect with us for more information and assistance.

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