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# CACSM

Empowering Change at the Intersection of Gender and Leadership

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- [Montserrat Garibay Wins Runoff Election for Texas House District 49!](https://ayalacsm.com/2026/06/02/montserrat-garibay-wins-runoff-election-for-texas-house-district-49/) - Montserrat Garibay has won the runoff election for Texas House District 49, earning 62.27% of the vote and securing a decisive victory to represent Central Texas in the Texas Legislature! The CACSM team is incredibly proud to have worked alongside the Montserrat for Texas campaign. Montserrat’s victory is a direct reflection of the time, care,
- [Welcome Wade, Brianna, and Alyssa!](https://ayalacsm.com/2025/09/13/welcome-wade-brianna-and-alyssa/) - Campaign season is officially underway as we welcome new team members for the 2026 campaign season. Wade Beck, a native of Ohio, comes to CACSM via careers in professional golf, labor, and logistics. Brianna Guerra joins the team from Edinburg, Texas where she will assist with client work on the border. Alyssa Silva, a senior
- [Victory! Arizona's New House Democratic Leader](https://ayalacsm.com/2024/11/26/oscardelossantos/) - Image provided by Oscar de los Santos Campaign Congratulations to Rep. Oscar de los Santos, now Arizona House Democratic Leader!CACSM worked with Leader de los Santos this cycle to support battleground districts and the Arizona Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee through his PAC, the PAC for Arizona's Future. Following the November election the Arizona House of
- [Victory! Gina Ortiz Jones is Elected Mayor of San Antonio](https://ayalacsm.com/2025/06/08/victory-gina-ortiz-jones-is-elected-mayor-of-san-antonio/) - The CACSM team is proud to have worked on the Gina Ortiz Jones for San Antonio campaign. Gina won with 54.3% of vote and will be the first Asian-American Pacific Islander (AAPI), lesbian mayor of San Antonio. Congratulations Mayor Jones!
- [Congratulations Sophia!](https://ayalacsm.com/2025/06/20/congratulations-sophia/) - Sophia Reyes joined CACSM as a freshman at the University of Texas. It's hard to believe so much time has passed since then, but we have the receipts! Sophia has been and continues to be a critical part of our firm's success and we simply could not have achieved what we have without her. We
- [Welcome Ryan Ohm!](https://ayalacsm.com/2025/05/21/welcome-ryan-ohm/) - CACSM is excited to welcome and announce our newest team member, Ryan Ohm! Ryan is from Portland, Oregon and has lived in Austin since 2018. He graduated magna cum laude from the University of Texas with a degree in Government and a minor in Social Work. His passion for progressive politics has been the driving
- [Hired: Robin Holzer for LINK Houston](https://ayalacsm.com/2025/05/29/hired-robin-holzer-for-link-houston/) - Image provided by LINK Houston We’re proud to have been part of the search for this incredible addition to the LINK Houston team. Welcome Robin! You can read about Robin at LINK Houston’s site.
- [We're Hiring: Project Assistant for CACSM](https://ayalacsm.com/2025/03/13/were-hiring-project-assistant-for-cacsm/) - Project Assistant Job Description Cristina Ayala Consulting Strategies & Management (CACSM) is growing! And we’re looking to expand the Project Assistant team. This is a great role for a Texas-based student, recent graduate, and/or someone exploring progressive political work and fundraising. As a Project Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting the Principal & Managing
- [We're Hiring: Executive Director for LINK Houston](https://ayalacsm.com/2025/01/06/were-hiring-executive-director-for-link-houston/) - We’re proud to be partnering with LINK Houston (again! You may recall we hired their Development Director in 2024) on the search for their next Executive Director. The person hired for this role will lead the organization and it's strategy to advocate for a more accessible Houston. LINK Houston advocates for a robust and equitable
- [2024: Year in Review](https://ayalacsm.com/2024/12/25/2024yir/) - This year, CACSM expanded our political reach beyond Texas borders. In addition to supporting Amanda Edwards’ congressional efforts in Houston and our work to re-elect Travis County District Attorney José Garza and Austin City Councilmember Vanessa Fuentes, we worked with Rep. Oscar de los Santos and the PAC for Arizona’s Future to support Rep. de
- [Our "Hiring Story"](https://ayalacsm.com/2024/12/01/hiring/) - A few years ago, I met with a nonprofit about their fundraising needs. It's fun to meet organizational leaders and hear about the next phase in their organization’s evolution. This nonprofit needed a Development Director.After a few minutes talking it became clear that, while they were experts in their service field, their fundraising experience was
- [2023: Year in Review](https://ayalacsm.com/2023/12/05/2023yir/) - We're proud to wrap up the year with this portfolio of clients, a reflection of our values-centered clients and work. Can’t wait to see what’s in store for us next year!Jose Garza, re-election for Travis County District AttorneyWhen we met Jose, we just had to be on his team. He is a smart, kind, hardworking
- [Special Project: Annie's List 20th Anniversary Video](https://ayalacsm.com/2024/01/24/al20annyvideo/) - To honor the 20th Anniversary of Annie's List, a Texas PAC that recruits, supports, and elects pro-choice women to run for office in Texas, CACSM produced "The Woman in the Arena" video. Based on President Roosevelt's 1910 speech "Citizenship in a Republic", the word man was replaced with woman and the voiceover, conducted by the
- [We’re Hiring: Senior Development Director for Marathon Kids](https://ayalacsm.com/2024/07/01/hiringmarathonkids/) - We’re proud to be leading the search for Marathon Kids' next Senior Development Director. Marathon Kids transforms lives through running, and build active communities of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. The Senior Development Director will spearhead new and established fundraising initiatives to support the organization’s program expansion and financial sustainability. To apply, visit: https://marathonkids.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Sr-Director-of-Development-JD_FY25_Marathon-Kids.pdf UPDATE: This
- [Hired: Gabriela Barahona for LINK Houston](https://ayalacsm.com/2024/07/22/gabrielaishired/) - Imaged provided by LINK Houston We’re proud to have been part of the search for this incredible addition to the LINK Houston team. Welcome Gabriela! You can read about Gabriela at LINK Houston's site. As Director of Development, Gabriela will lead fundraising planning and execution with LINK Houston leadership and Board.
- [We’re Hiring: Managing Director for Big Medium](https://ayalacsm.com/2024/07/01/hiringbigmedium/) - We’re proud to be leading the search for Big Medium's next Managing Director. Big Medium supports artists through equitable and inclusive platforms to explore their practice and advance their careers. This position is responsible for organizational leadership in finance, fundraising, and operations. Fundraising experience is a 1000% must-have. This is a fantastic opportunity for a
- [WE WON!](https://ayalacsm.com/2024/05/21/goldtelly/)
- [We're Hiring: Development Director for LINK Houston](https://ayalacsm.com/2024/05/11/hiringlinkhouston/) - We’re proud to be leading the search for LINK Houston’s next Development Director. LINK Houston advocates for a robust and equitable transportation network so that all people can reach opportunity. We envision a Houston where it is possible to be a first-class resident without owning a car. To apply, visit: https://linkhouston.org/news/job-posting-director-of-development/ UPDATE: This position has been
- [Greetings from America Votes!](https://ayalacsm.com/2023/04/12/av2023/) - You know you're doing things right when your worlds collide! So wonderful running into so many New Leaders Council alumni at the America Votes conference this week!
- [These Barbies Fight for Democracy](https://ayalacsm.com/2023/07/19/these-barbies-fight-for-democracy/) - Pictured above: Terry Bermea, Executive Director of Battleground Texas, Cristina Ayala, Ana Ramon, Executive Director of Annie's List, Lina Hidalgo, Harris County Judge. It was amazing to be at the White House to talk about the Biden-Harris Inflation Reduction Act and its impact on Texans. Among the billons of dollars the Administration has invested in
- [Teen Vogue OpEd](https://ayalacsm.com/2023/05/12/teen-vogue-oped/) - Thank you, Teen Vogue — no one should count Texas out because Texas women, as y’all know, should not be messed with. Hoping this OpEd is like a beacon to those looking for a community and a reminder that as long as we’re fighting, there’s hope. Read it here: Annie's List in Teen Vogue
- [68th UN Commission on the Status of Women](https://ayalacsm.com/2024/03/22/68csw/) - I had the privilege of attending the 68th UN Commission on the Status of Women this week. Reviewing the schedules, there’s a focus on women in the digital space, conflict zones, and financial systems and structures.The UN Secretary General António Guterres (Portugal) opened with thanks to all who work to advance women and gender equality
- [Hired: Tai Moran for Commission Shift](https://ayalacsm.com/2023/11/30/taiishired/) - Image provided by Commission Shift We're proud to have been part of the search for this incredible addition to the Commission Shift team. Welcome Tai! As Development Director, Tai will lead initiatives to cultivate and strengthen relationships with donors, aligning their support with our mission for lasting societal and environmental impact.
- [We're Hiring: Development Director for Commission Shift](https://ayalacsm.com/2023/08/10/hiringcommissionshift/) - We're proud to be leading the search for Commission Shift's next Development Director. Commission Shift's mission is to reform oil and gas oversight by building public support to hold the Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) accountable. The RRC is one of the most important oil and gas regulators in the world. Contrary to its name,

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- [About](https://ayalacsm.com/about/) - ABOUTPrincipal & Managing DirectorCristina AyalaHaving raised more than $355MM for progressive causes, nonprofits, and political candidates, she founded and manages an eponymous consultancy serving women, the LGBTQIA+ community, and communities of color. She steers big ideas from concept to completion, consistently optimizing team performance, increasing efficacy, saving money, and surpassing goals. The eldest daughter of
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- [Privacy Policy](https://ayalacsm.com/privacy-policy/) - PRIVACY POLICY Effective Date: January 1, 2025 1. Introduction Cristina Ayala Consulting, Strategies, & Management, LLC ("CACSM" "we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through this Privacy Policy. This policy describes the types of information we may collect from you when you visit our website (ayalacsm.com) and our
- [Special Projects](https://ayalacsm.com/special-projects/) - SPECIAL PROJECTSAnnie's List 20th Anniversary VideoTo honor the 20th Anniversary of Annie's List, a Texas PAC that recruits, supports, and elects pro-choice women to run for office in Texas, CACSM produced "The Woman in the Arena" video. Based on President Roosevelt's 1910 speech "Citizenship in a Republic", the word man was replaced with woman and
- [2022 Texas Democratic Latina Operative Shoot](https://ayalacsm.com/2022-texas-democratic-latina-operative-shoot/) - TEXAS DEMOCRATIC LATINA OPERATIVE SHOOTPhoto credit: CCR Studios and Win O'Neal
- [Brea Baker Book Launch and Reception](https://ayalacsm.com/brea-baker-book-launch-and-reception/) - Brea Baker Book Launch at BookPeople in Austin, TexasPhoto Credit: Kimberlee Watson at CCR Studios

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