A highly respected political campaign consultant, Rick Taylor is known for his enthusiasm, expertise and tough, no-nonsense approach to problem solving. Over the years, Taylor has led scores of successful campaigns and is one of California's leading experts in direct mail and the strategic utilization of free and paid media. Taylor’s clients include: Westfield Corporation, JP Morgan Chase, AT&T, Travelers' Insurance Company, Universal Studios MCA, Hollywood Park Race Track, Commerce Casino and Paramount Petroleum. His political clients have included: U.S. Senator Jim Jeffords (D-Vermont); former Congressman Tony Beilenson; and former San Antonio Mayor and former U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Henry Cisneros. He served as advisor to Los Angeles County Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky, Los Angeles Mayors Tom Bradley and Richard Riordan, Los Angeles City Councilmembers Bernard Parks, Dennis Zine, Jan Perry, Tom LaBonge, and City Controller Laura Chick. Taylor currently serves as advisor to Los Angeles City Councilmember Paul Koretz.