Shawn Foster brought a wealth of political and government experience to Sunrise Consulting Group when he started it 20 years ago. Having worked inside the state and federal echelons of government for over 20 years, Shawn has built unique relationships and gained powerful knowledge to achieve successes for his clients.

Shawn began his political and government career in Sarasota and Manatee Counties. Shawn was the student body President and graduated from USF-Sarasota. Shawn started in the legislative process working for a State Representative in Sarasota County.

Shawn served as Congressman Gus Bilirakis’ District Director for six years. This experience allowed Shawn to become well acquainted with not only the numerous issues being debated in Washington, but the opportunity to become engrained in the issues facing the State of Florida.

Prior to working for Congressman Bilirakis, Shawn served as a Senior Legislative Aide for State Senator Mike Fasano. In addition to his work inside government, Shawn has an astute political background as he has managed and consulted on numerous political campaigns over the past 20 years.

Shawn’s personal service to the local community includes the following organizations:

United Way of Pasco County – Past Chairman
United Way of Florida – Board of Governors
Community Service Council of West Pasco – Past President
Feeding Pasco’s Elderly – Founding Board Member
Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Association of Florida Colleges

Shawn, thank you for your hard work, leadership, and your strong voice in Pasco County.  Press on!