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Hear about Habitat’s advocacy efforts in Wisconsin and the progress we’ve made in support of affordable homeownership opportunities in our state.

Presenter

Established in January 1983, Goyke and Associates is a respected, non-partisan organization that specializes in public affairs, grassroots advocacy, association management, special events, referendum coordination and local and state lobbying. Goyke and Associates provides a wide variety of services to its clients on a contractual basis.

Gary Goyke has served as a government relations consultant since 1983, representing clients in their dealings with state and local governments.  His intimate knowledge of the legislative process, his proven success in dealing with legislators, state agencies and the Governor on sensitive issues has led to many successful outcomes for his clients.

From 1974 to 1983, Gary served as a state senator from the 19th district, covering Winnebago County and northern Fond du Lac County. He was the chair of several committees and subcommittees, including Education and State Institutions and Banking and Insurance.

Among his numerous awards, Gary has won the Distinguished Service Award from the Association of Wisconsin School Administrators and the Legislator of the Year Award from three separate organizations.

A native of Oshkosh, Wis., Gary graduated from St. Mary’s University in Winona, Minn., with a B.S. in history and sociology. His son, Evan, is a current member of the Wisconsin State Assembly.