Missouri native Jessalynn Cairer brings extensive experience in Missouri’s legislative landscape to the firm’s government relations team. 

Cairer’s role is focused on providing support to Catalyst’s Missouri team, drawing from her significant experience working with key figures in the Missouri House of Representatives. She has previously collaborated with influential committee chairmen, including Jared Taylor on the Downsizing State Government Committee, Mike Stephens on Health and Mental Health, Brad Pollitt on Elementary and Secondary Education, and Mike Haffner on Agriculture. This diverse background equips her with a nuanced understanding of government efficiency, public health, education, and agriculture policy. 

Cairer also served as Special Assistant to Governor Mike Parson from July 2019 to November 2020.

She holds a bachelor’s degree in commercial art-graphic design from the University of Central Missouri. 

Beyond her professional pursuits, Cairer enjoys spending time with her husband, Travis, a high school educator and soccer coach, and their three grown children. Her interests include cheering on soccer games, traveling and staying active within her church community.

Contact Jessalynn at jessalynn@csga.com.