"Phil,
Thank you for your excellent efforts on our behalf.
Your professionalism in hitting our issues head-on is so refreshing.
I look forward to our paths crossing in the future.
Regards,"

Paul Sneed
Mary L. Bivins Foundation

"Union Tank Car Company has formed a relationship with Texas Stakeholders that has spanned a decade. During this time, Phil Cates has accepted a number of projects, some of which were rather peculiar in nature to the role of a lobbyist. However, no matter what the project , Phil has always excelled in his performance. As a result, Union Tank Car Company has benefited greatly."

Bob Zwartz
Director, Union Tank Car Company

"Texas Stakeholders has proven to be an effective connection between business and the Texas legislative arena. The extensive experience and knowledge of the process is represented in the work they do!"

Gentry Woodard
Director of Legislative Affairs
St. Joseph Health System

“Texas Stakeholders was the key in the effort to create awareness about Sun Microsystems in the State of Texas!"

Richard Wuest
Former State Government Representative
Sun MicroSystems

"I have known Johnny Cargill, professionally, for over thirteen years and have never ceased to be impressed with his work, his commitment to good public policy or the ethic in which he performs his duties. As a part of Texas Stakeholders, he has an unending dedication and ability to think creatively in order to produce superior results in the business and political arenas. He can grill a great steak and he's pretty funny, too."

Rodney Gray
Director
Real Estate Advisory Services, PricewaterhouseCoopers
New York City, New York

"Phil Cates is one of my mentors. He's taught me a lot about being available to everyone, all the time. With that kind of attitude, things can get accomplished for the people."

Travis Lucas
Chief of Staff & Legal Counsel
The Office of United States Congressman John Carter

"Texas Stakeholders wins legislative battles by providing ethical, strong, legislative leadership. The bottom line is Texas Stakeholders wins."

David Thomason
Vice President
Texas Association of Homes and Services for the Aging