Toby Roth

As an attorney and the former chief-of-staff for one of Alabama’s most successful governors, businesses, associations and organizations look to Toby for insight and leadership on their Alabama advocacy efforts. Toby leads our Alabama office providing clients with a thorough understanding of the Alabama political and policy landscape, and effective relationships with policymakers. He is experienced in devising smart strategic action plans for clients, achieving their short-term goals while supporting their long-term objectives.

Professional Experience

• Chief of Staff for Alabama Governor Bob Riley
• Campaign Director, 2002 Bob Riley for Governor campaign
• Vice President for Advancement, Business Council of Alabama
• Executive Director, Alabama Citizens for a Sound Economy
• Finance Director, 1996 Harold See for Alabama Supreme Court campaign

John Hagood

John’s extensive work as a senior ranking lawyer in the Alabama state government gives him the ability to drill down into the details of regulations and legislation on issues ranging from the environment to taxation. John’s relationships throughout state government provide Capitol Resources’ clients with direct access to key decision makers. His common sense approach to creative problem solving provides clients with turnkey solutions for all of our clients’ government relations needs.

Professional Experience

• Executive Counsel and Past Director of the Alabama Department of Environmental Management
• Special Counsel to the Commissioner of the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries
• Special Counsel to the Director of the Alabama Department of Finance
• Deputy Attorney General, State of Alabama

Will Fuller

Prior to joining Capitol Resources, Will operated a small consulting firm which was founded to provide general strategy, communications, and fundraising services for candidates seeking election to federal, state, and local office. He gradually steered his efforts toward a contract lobbying and association development practice to serve corporate clients and other government relations professionals. Will is well-known in Montgomery for his ability to manage diverse stakeholders, execute client goals, and navigate all three branches of state government.

Professional Experience

• Principal, Fuller Advantage LLC
• General Consultant, Will Sellers for Alabama Supreme Court
• General Consultant, Brad Mendheim for Alabama Supreme Court
• Inaugural Committee Member, Lieutenant Governor Will Ainsworth

Anna Beth Payne

Anna Beth manages the administrative operations of the Alabama office, in addition to assisting with client relationships and governmental affairs engagement. She is a recent graduate of The University of Alabama where she majored in public relations with a minor in political science and was elected campus-wide as SGA Executive Secretary. Anna Beth’s experience includes internships with the Business Council of Alabama (BCA), the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA), Congressman Barry Moore (AL-02), and U.S.Senator Tommy Tuberville’s successful 2020 campaign.