Nationwide Lobbying Compliance, PAC Management & Campaign Finance Consulting
RTA Strategy Solutions serves as an outsourced compliance department for candidates and organizations seeking confidence, accuracy, and continuity in lobbying and political compliance.
Experience. Integrity. Trusted Expertise.
Trusted by organizations operating in complex regulatory environments
Established in 2009, RTA Strategy brings nearly two decades of experience providing government affairs, campaign finance compliance, and regulatory consulting services to corporations, trade associations, lobbyists, political candidates, and political committees.
Our reputation is built on trusted relationships, personalized service, attention to detail, and an unwavering commitment to accuracy and integrity. RTA Strategy serves as a trusted partner, helping clients confidently navigate complex regulatory requirements while remaining focused on its organizational and strategic objectives.
Navigating the Complexities of Political & Regulatory Compliance
Organizations, businesses, and individuals operating within the political and government affairs environment face increasingly complex regulatory requirements, reporting obligations, and compliance challenges. Successfully navigating these requirements demands experience, attention to detail, and a thorough understanding of the laws and regulations governing political activity.
Failure to comply with applicable laws, disclosure requirements, and reporting deadlines can result in financial penalties, regulatory scrutiny, and reputational damage.
Whether advising corporations on political engagement, assisting candidates and political committees with campaign finance compliance, or supporting lobbyists and organizations with regulatory reporting, RTA Strategy provides practical solutions backed by extensive experience and a thorough understanding of the political and regulatory landscape.
About Us
Experienced Advisors in Governmental Compliance
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Founded by Rick Thompson, RTA Strategy is a strategic advisory firm focused on helping organizations successfully navigate complex regulatory and contracting environments.
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Rick Thompson is the former head of the Georgia State Ethics Commission, and a veteran regulator in the states of Georgia and Missouri. Rick is the current Vice Chairman of the State Ethics Commission. He has been a member in the Council on Governmental Ethics Laws (COGEL) since the 1990’s and is a former member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners and the National White Collar Crime Center. Rick was instrumental in the development and implementation of an electronic campaign finance system in the state of Missouri, and more recently the development and execution of the nationally recognized campaign finance electronic filing system FrontRunner LLC.
Rick previously served on the editorial board of the academic journal, Public Integrity, which is the foremost journal on ethics and leadership in all aspects of modern public service. Rick previously was an adjunct faculty professor for courses including Ethics in Criminal Justice, Criminal Justice Policy Analysis, Critical Incident Management, Introduction to Criminal Justice, Principles of Investigation, Foundations of Criminal Justice, and Marketing and Sales Message Management.
Veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Life member of the Marine Corps League and past National and Georgia Legislative Officer. Rick holds a Bachelor’s of Science in History and Government from Columbia College and a Master’s of Science in Criminal Justice Administration from Central Missouri State University.
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We work closely with leadership teams to develop practical, defensible compliance frameworks that support mission objectives while meeting regulatory expectations.
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Our strategic approach to governmental compliance combines the below processes, with a goal of supporting each of our clients’ mission objectives, while meeting regulatory expectations.
Strategic advisory
Compliance program development
Operational risk assessment
Strategic Services for Regulated Organizations
RTA Strategy serves as an extension of your team, providing the experience, regulatory expertise, and hands-on support needed to navigate the complexities of government affairs, lobbying compliance, political contributions, campaign finance reporting, and regulatory requirements.
Our practical approach allows clients to focus on their organizational goals while we help ensure their political and compliance activities are managed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable laws.
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Government Compliance Advisory
Guidance for organizations navigating nationwide and state regulatory requirements. We help clients understand obligations, evaluate compliance gaps, and implement systems that support regulatory alignment.
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Compliance Program Development
Design and implementation of structured compliance frameworks including policies, procedures, internal controls, and training programs.
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Risk & Regulatory Assessments
Evaluation of organizational risk exposure related to regulatory oversight, financial reporting, operational controls, and program compliance.
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Audit Readiness & Monitoring
Preparation for compliance reviews, audits, and oversight examinations through documentation, internal controls, and monitoring systems.
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Strategic Advisory
Experienced guidance for corporations, social welfare 501c4, candidates, political committees, lobbyists, and organizations navigating compliance for government affairs, campaign finance regulations, political engagement, and complex compliance requirements.
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Lobbying Compliance Consulting
Nationwide lobbying compliance consulting for businesses, trade associations, lobbyists, and government affairs professionals. RTA Strategy assists with lobbying registration, disclosure reporting, regulatory requirements, and federal and state lobbying compliance.
Candidate & Non-Candidate Committee Campaign Finance Compliance
RTA Strategy Solutions specializes in providing comprehensive campaign finance compliance services for candidates and non-candidate committees.
We understand that candidates and their teams need to remain focused on campaigning, fundraising, communicating with voters, and managing the demands of an election—not navigating complex reporting requirements and filing deadlines.
Our team works closely with candidates, treasurers, campaign staff, consultants, and financial professionals to help ensure that campaign financial activity is properly recorded, reconciled, reported, and filed in accordance with applicable campaign finance requirements.
RTA provides hands-on compliance support throughout the lifecycle of a campaign, from initial committee registration through ongoing reporting and, when appropriate, final reporting and termination.
Our campaign finance compliance services may include:
Candidate & committee registration and initial compliance setup
Campaign finance reporting and electronic filing
Contribution and expenditure tracking
Review of contribution limits and reporting requirements
Bank account and campaign finance software reconciliation
Identification and resolution of reporting discrepancies
Filing deadline monitoring and compliance calendars
Amendments and corrections to previously filed reports
Assistance responding to administrative compliance inquiries
Coordination with campaign treasurers, accountants, consultants, and legal counsel
Maintenance and organization of supporting financial records
Final reporting and committee termination assistance
Experienced Compliance Support
Campaign finance compliance is not simply about meeting filing deadlines. Accurate reporting requires ongoing attention to contributions, expenditures, refunds, reimbursements, outstanding obligations, bank activity, and supporting documentation.
RTA serves as an extension of the campaign's financial and compliance operation. Our goal is to establish an organized process that helps campaigns maintain accurate records throughout the reporting period rather than attempting to reconstruct financial activity immediately before a filing deadline.
With extensive experience in campaign finance regulation, reporting systems, and compliance administration, RTA provides candidates and candidate committees with a professional, responsive, and experienced compliance partner throughout the campaign cycle.
You run the campaign. RTA helps manage the compliance.
RTA provides hands-on compliance support throughout the lifecycle of a campaign, from initial committee registration through ongoing reporting and, when appropriate, final reporting and termination.
Our campaign finance compliance services may include:
Candidate & committee registration and initial compliance setup
Campaign finance reporting and electronic filing
Contribution and expenditure tracking
Review of contribution limits and reporting requirements
Bank account and campaign finance software reconciliation
Identification and resolution of reporting discrepancies
Filing deadline monitoring and compliance calendars
Amendments and corrections to previously filed reports
Assistance responding to administrative compliance inquiries
Coordination with campaign treasurers, accountants, consultants, and legal counsel
Maintenance and organization of supporting financial records
Final reporting and committee termination assistance
More Than Compliance —
A Strategic Partner
At RTA Strategy Solutions, compliance is more than a service. It is a responsibility to protect our clients, strengthen their programs, and provide dependable guidance in an increasingly complex regulatory environment.
RTA Strategy serves as an extension of your team, providing the experience, regulatory expertise, and hands-on support needed to navigate the complexities of government affairs, lobbying compliance, political contributions, campaign finance reporting, and regulatory requirements.
Our practical approach allows clients to focus on their organizational goals while we help ensure their political and compliance activities are managed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable laws.
Compliance should strengthen your organization — not distract from its mission.
At RTA Strategy Solutions, compliance is more than a service. It is a responsibility to protect our clients, strengthen their programs, and provide dependable guidance in an increasingly complex regulatory environment.
RTA Strategy serves as an extension of your team, providing the experience, regulatory expertise, and hands-on support needed to navigate the complexities of government affairs, lobbying compliance, political contributions, campaign finance reporting, and regulatory requirements.
Our practical approach allows clients to focus on their organizational goals while we help ensure their political and compliance activities are managed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable laws.
Compliance should strengthen your organization — not distract from its mission.
If your organization is navigating government regulations, pursuing nationwide opportunities, or strengthening compliance programs, we‘re happy to help.
Complete the form below and a member of our team will follow up to schedule an introductory consultation.
Contact RTA Strategy
Let’s Discuss Your Compliance Needs
RTA Strategy Solutions
Phone:
(404) 902-8890
Email:
contact@rtastrategy.com
Service Area:
United States 🇺🇸
Office Hours:
M-F 8am - 5pm EST
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Frequently Asked Questions
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We offer a range of solutions designed to meet your needs—whether you're just getting started or scaling something bigger. Everything is tailored to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
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We combine a thoughtful, human-centered approach with clear communication and reliable results. It’s not just what we do—it’s how we do it that sets us apart.
Disclaimer
RTA Strategy Solutions, LLC (“RTA”) is a professional compliance and consulting firm and is not a law firm. RTA does not provide legal advice, legal opinions, or legal representation, and no attorney-client relationship is created through the use of this website or by engaging RTA’s services.
RTA provides campaign finance, lobbying, ethics, regulatory compliance, reporting, treasury management, and related administrative and consulting services. Information provided by RTA, including information contained on this website, is intended for general informational and compliance-support purposes and should not be construed as legal advice.
Laws, regulations, reporting requirements, filing deadlines, agency guidance, and interpretations may change and may vary by jurisdiction and individual circumstances. While RTA strives to provide accurate and current information, RTA does not warrant that information contained on this website is complete, current, or applicable to every situation.
When a matter requires legal advice or interpretation, RTA may recommend that a client consult with qualified legal counsel. Clients remain responsible for obtaining legal advice when appropriate and for decisions requiring the professional judgment of a licensed attorney.
Use of this website or communication with RTA does not create an attorney-client relationship.