Founded by former Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson

Bringing people together, finding practical solutions and getting results.

Nelson Global Strategies provides strategic guidance to businesses, government entities, organizations and community leaders seeking to navigate complex challenges, strengthen relationships and achieve meaningful results.

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Portrait of Jane Nelson, Founder and CEO of Nelson Global Strategies — **Jane Nelson**Founder & CEO

30 years: Representing North Texas in the Texas Senate
115th: Texas Secretary of State
4: Balanced state budgets as Senate Finance Chair
30+: Bills protecting victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and trafficking

Our approach

“Throughout my career, I have learned that successful organizations are built on strong leadership, thoughtful strategies and trusted relationships.”
Jane Nelson, Founder & CEO

Nelson Global Strategies draws on nearly four decades of experience in public service, business and leadership. The firm helps clients identify opportunities, overcome challenges and move initiatives forward with the people and institutions that matter most to their success.

Whether the work is in the public or private sector, the commitment is the same: bring the right people to the table and get results.

Areas of expertise

Strategic counsel across government, business and community.

01
Legislative, Government & Business Strategies

Developing strategies for legislative, governmental, business and organizational initiatives.
02
International Diplomacy

Developing strategies to foster international relationships, cooperation and opportunities.
03
Strategic Communications & Messaging

Assisting organizations with communication strategies, key messaging and effective public engagement.
04
Government Affairs & Legislative Advocacy

Providing strategic guidance on legislative initiatives, public policy, government relations and advocacy.
05
Community Partnerships & Relations

Building collaborative relationships among businesses, civic organizations, government entities and community stakeholders.
06
Civic Leadership

Supporting leadership development, civic engagement and initiatives that strengthen communities.

A large group gathered on the Texas Capitol grounds in Austin

“I am excited to launch Nelson Global Strategies and put my experience to work helping businesses and organizations identify opportunities, overcome challenges and achieve meaningful results.”

Jane Nelson walking through the Texas Capitol rotunda

Jane Nelson speaking at a podium at the opening of Bob’s House of Hope

Meet the founder

The Honorable Jane Nelson

Jane Nelson was appointed the 115th Texas Secretary of State by Governor Greg Abbott in January 2023. Before that appointment, she represented North Texas in the Texas Senate for 30 years and served two terms on the State Board of Education.

A trailblazer in Texas government, she became the first woman in Texas legislative history to chair a standing budget-writing committee. As Chair of the Senate Finance Committee for four legislative sessions, she guided the passage of four balanced state budgets.

Legislative accomplishments

Establishing the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas
Advancing tax relief
Strengthening the foster care system
Expanding access to mental health services
Championing more than 30 bills protecting victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking

She also brings firsthand business experience: she and her husband, J. Michael Nelson, owned and operated an aircraft component manufacturing company in Denton County. Throughout her career, she has received numerous awards from organizations representing business, healthcare, education and community service.

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