Jonathan Rees is a government affairs expert with over thirteen years of experience representing a variety of businesses, trade associations, and non-profit organizations before the legislative and executive branches. He has a proven track record of success in helping clients achieve their goals.

Prior to joining Smith, Bryan & Myers (SBM), Jonathan served as the Director of State Government Affairs for Anheuser-Busch, where he developed and executed plans to drive the company’s legislative strategy including overseeing a lobby team and budget in excess of $1 million across seven states. He also served as the Deputy Legislative Affairs Director for the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and the Legislative Assistant to former State Representative and Congressman Ross Spano.

At SBM, Jonathan has coordinated the successful passage of numerous client budget and policy priorities, including securing $10 million in state funding for awards and incentives benefitting Florida’s Thoroughbred breeders and owners, passing legislation to implement a statewide regulatory structure for “dosage form animal products,” and securing $1.67 million in funding for the expansion of an equine and agribusiness program within the Florida College System.

Jonathan is a well-established figure within Florida politics and is known for his ability to build relationships with key stakeholders and advocate effectively for his clients. He is a magna cum laude graduate of Florida State University with an undergraduate degree in International Affairs. Jonathan lives in Tallahassee with his wife Nicole and their son, Jefferson.