Managing Principal

For more than 20 years, Brian Hudson has earned a reputation as a tireless and effective advocate for his clients’ interests.  He has been recognized by the Atlanta Journal Constitution as a “Power Player” and by James Magazine as one of the top lobbyists in Georgia, including being named the #2 registered lobbyist in 2023 and 2024, the #1 small lobbying firm in 2024 and named to the Lobbyist Hall of Fame in 2023.

His accomplishments have spanned more than 20 years and includes hundreds of legislative, regulatory and funding victories at the state, local and federal levels.

Brian established his practice in 2005 with the goal of building a first class bi-partisan consulting firm that is equal strength in politics, policy, relationships, access, advocacy and passion for his clients.  Over the years, that vision has elevated The Hudson Group to one of the top lobbying firms in Georgia.

Since starting his practice, Brian has guided numerous Fortune 100 corporations, a major sports league, technology innovators, the music industry, national and state associations, non-profit organizations and small businesses through various legislative, political and regulatory battles at the Georgia State Capitol and various other states.  He has led lobbying campaigns that resulted in the passage of countless pieces of legislation on behalf of clients and helped position clients to secure tens of millions of dollars in procurement contracts and appropriations. In addition to providing counsel to his clients, Brian is often called upon by national organizations, governmental leaders and political candidates for his expertise and strategic insight on lobbying, policy and political matters.

Brian began his career from the ground up where he interned at the Georgia State Capitol and in the Washington office of Georgia Congressman Jack Kingston. This experience led to roles as a senior legislative analyst and head of the southeast office for MultiState Associates, Inc., the leading national state and local government relations consulting firm.  Brian also served as Manager of Government Relations for The Home Depot where he was responsible for managing and implementing government relations and legislative strategies in numerous states and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

As one of Georgia’s top political insiders, Brian has served in meaningful roles with several campaigns including serving on the Finance Committees for Brian Kemp for Governor, Jack Kingston for United States Senate, and the Southern Governor’s Association when Governor Sonny Perdue was Chairman.  In addition, he served on the Executive Inauguration Committee for Governor-Elect Brian Kemp in 2018.

On the policy side, Brian has served as the Past Chairman of the Government Relations Task Force for the Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) and currently serves on the advisory board for Georgia Music Partners, on the board of directors for the Georgia Professional Lobbyists Association and is active with the Georgia Chamber Governmental Affairs Council and the Metro Atlanta Chamber’s Business Advisory Council.

Brian is a graduate of The University of Georgia where he studied political science. In addition to his political interests, he is a professional musician, studio drummer and voting member of The GRAMMYs.  He and his wife, Mandy, have three boys and reside just outside of Atlanta on Lake Oconee.