MEET THE TEAM

The Tom Clark Solutions Team has over 120 years of combined experience in government affairs. Together, we have represented a variety of different interests and disciplines, all with success. Our strengths are our work ethic and credibility with Legislators, their staffs and others at all levels of government with whom we deal. 

For more than 20 years, Tom has provided non-legal government and public affairs services on behalf of his clients before federal, state, and local governments and regulatory agencies. He has also managed numerous local and statewide political campaigns for candidates and ballot related initiatives.

As the owner of Tom Clark Solutions, he provides a full spectrum of services to assist clients in achieving their business and political goals. Tom understands how to build relationships and devise strategies to get companies the results they seek whether it’s lobbying before local, state and federal governments, regulatory environments, business-to-business networking or political and community support for a business, project or campaign. Tom also provides expert public relations services for clients and strategic consulting for community education campaigns as well as state and local political campaigns.

Prior to becoming a partner at Tom Clark Solutions, Paul Young was the Deputy Director of Government Affairs at R&R Partners. He managed a diverse range of clients, advocating for them at the state and local levels. Paul has been active representing clients in the healthcare, gaming, mining, transportation, education, and emerging technologies sectors and successfully navigated his clients through several regular and special sessions of the Nevada Legislature.

Formerly a Deputy of the Criminal Division of the Washoe County District Attorney’s Office and the Nevada Attorney General’s Office, Paul prosecuted felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor cases as well as conducted civil litigation.

Paul attended the University of Nevada, Reno, and law school in San Diego. Upon earning his juris doctor, he clerked for the Honorable Scott N. Freeman in the Second Judicial District in Nevada, and Governor Brian Sandoval in the U.S. District Court in Nevada.

Paul is a Reno Native and an avid outdoorsman who enjoys hiking, fishing and traveling.

Shelly is a native Nevadan with a lifelong connection to politics and elections. She brings extensive experience in representing a diverse range of clients – spanning telecommunications to healthcare – before the Nevada Legislature and various local government entities in northern Nevada.

Before joining the firm, Shelly served as Associate Director of Legislative Affairs for nearly a decade at a prominent Nevada law firm. In June 2024, she was appointed by Governor Lombardo to the Nevada Commission on Tourism.
Shelly's career also includes time at the Nevada Secretary of State’s Office, where she assisted the Deputy Secretary of State for Elections in managing the Elections Division. She led efforts to ensure compliance with Nevada’s election and campaign finance laws for candidates, public officials, and political action committees (PACs). Additionally, she oversaw the state’s legislative bill reporting system, statewide petitions, and legislative advocacy, and played a key role within the election night returns and certification team.

A passionate advocate for community service, Shelly has been involved in philanthropic efforts across Nevada since earning her degree from the University of Nevada, Reno. She has volunteered with organizations such as St. Vincent’s Dining Room, Habitat for Humanity, Junior Achievement, and the Sierra Nevada Chapter of National Charities League, where she served as Parliamentarian on the board.

Having taught classes at the University of Nevada, Reno, and now, as she works towards becoming a mentor for foster children in Washoe County, Shelly continues to strive both professionally and personally to strengthen and better her community.

Keith Lee has been involved in politics virtually his entire life. His introduction to politics was in 1952 when he accompanied his father, who was walking door-to door for Alan Bible, who was then running for the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate. He co-managed Ralph Denton's campaign for U. S. House of Representative in 1964, supervised Governor Grant Sawyer's northern Nevada campaign office in 1966, managed Dick Bryan's campaign for Governor in 1982 and has served in fund-raising and advisory capacities for several local, state (including legislative) and federal campaigns.

His first session as a lobbyist was 1983, where he served as a lobbyist for Governor Dick Bryan with responsibility for the passage of his budget. Over the '85 '87 and '89 sessions, he lobbied for the Wildlife Commission of which he was a member and then Chair. In 1991 and continuing to the present, he has represented Southwest Airlines at the Legislature.

From 1970 to 2001, he maintained an active law practice; his lobbying activities were on an "as-needed" basis. In 2001, he became a full-time lobbyist and has lobbied full time at each Session since 2001.

Nicole brings a strong background in public policy and community leadership to their role as Government Affairs Associate at Tom Clark Solutions. A third-generation Nevadan, Nicole graduated with two degrees from the University of Nevada, Reno, including an MBA. During their time at the university, they advocated and lobbied on behalf of students and the Nevada System of Higher Education while serving as Student Body Vice President.

Additionally, Nicole served as a Committee Manager for the 81st Session of the Nevada Legislature under Senator Julia Ratti, where they gained valuable insights into legislative processes.

Known for their passion for fostering community growth and innovation, Nicole focuses on advancing education policy, supporting the growth of tech and software industries in Northern Nevada, and championing land conservation and responsible development.

Nicole also serves as the Executive Director of Public Policy for the Nevada Outdoor Business Coalition and as a Parks and Open Spaces Commissioner for Washoe County, helping guide policy and planning related to regional parks, outdoor recreation, and conservation across the region.

Outside of work, Nicole enjoys hitting the slopes and exploring the beautiful outdoors of Northern Nevada.