You Belong in the Conversation.
You’re a REAL person with a REAL story.
We’ll help you tell it your way.
Candidates + Orgs We’ve Worked With Include
Steve Hobbs
Secretary of State
Alicia Rule
Washington State Representative
David Freeman
Whatcom County Superior Court
Laura Riquelme
Skagit County Superior Court
Melissa Beaton
for Skagit County Clerk
Tom Merrill
for Snohomish City Council
Anthony Young
Anacortes City Council
Candidates + Orgs We’ve Worked With Include…
Steve Hobbs
Secretary of State
Tom Merrill
for SnohomishÂ
City Council
Alicia Rule
Washington State Representative
David Freeman
Whatcom County
Superior Court
Melissa Beaton
for Skagit County Clerk
Anthony Young
Anacortes City Council
Laura Riquelme
Skagit County Superior Court
What We Do
Terra Firma helps passionate people become more effective candidates. We believe people who care can, and do, create positive change through public service.
Our Approach
Terra Firma takes a responsive, collaborative, team-based approach to help candidates navigate the political landscape and run a successful campaign.
Our Mission
We are committed to providing the expertise and tools to help you tell your story in a way that connects with voters.
About
 About Terra Firma
Tara Nelson and Bill Phillips, after years of running their own firms, combined forces to create a political consulting company that provides one-stop shopping for candidates. With 35+ years of combined experience in Washington state politics, Terra Firma Consulting+ is optimally suited to help candidates succeed at every level, from municipal campaigns to statewide races.
Terra Firma isn’t about grinding out numbers. Our personal approach means you will be in regular contact with Tara and Bill. Every aspect of your campaign will be personalized. Why do we take such a painstaking approach? Because you are a unique person with a unique story to tell. We want to help you tell it in the most compelling and persuasive way possible. That’s why we work with a limited number of campaigns every cycle. When we’re full, we’re full. We treat every client like our only client, and it shows.
Unique Candidates,
Unique Campaigns
Terra Firma Consulting+ is all about telling your story in your voice. Our team combines over 35 years of education and on-the-ground political experience to help your message reach, resonate with, and persuade voters.
Consulting +
Terra Firma provides more than just strategy and consulting. We are your one-stop campaign partner, providing copywriting and designs for signage, websites, mailers, walk pieces, and more. We offer an unparalleled design experience, creating your literature and graphics while you participate and comment in real time.
We take pride in providing outstanding and responsive service.
Proof Points
Terra Firma by the Numbers
We’re proud of our track record. When you work with us, you can feel confident that we will deliver the best possible results for you.
Team Members + Partners
Campaigns Completed
Campaign Assets Created
Years Combined Experience in Washington State
It All Starts With a Conversation