At S360, Esmeralda “Esme” Vazquez is a Government Relations Associate. With a strong foundation in public policy, government affairs, and communications, Esme assists in building relationships with key policymakers, tracking legislative developments, and conducting research to inform advocacy strategies.

Prior to joining S360, Esme served as the Latino Engagement Director for Susie Lee for Congress during the 2024 election. Here she uplifted the political voice of the Latino community, engaging local lawmakers and constituents, many of which had never been engaged politically.

In previous government relations roles, Esme completed a fellowship at Smith Garson (SG), a boutique lobbying firm in Washington, D.C. While at SG, Esme tracked legislative developments and federal grant support,  provided client support, and learned the process of negotiation at a federal and local level.

Esme earned a B.A in Government from Georgetown University, where she developed a keen understanding of the importance of bipartisanship solutions. She plans to attend law school and become a practicing attorney.  In her spare time, Esme enjoys organizing community events, and continuing to educate her community on the importance of empowering our voices.