Steve Baker joined ARA in 1990 and works on a variety of issues including; the state budget, the environment, labor, energy, transportation and all aspects of state government. Prior to coming to ARA, Steve had an executive role with a labor management-consulting firm headquartered in Sacramento.He has been involved in all aspects of association development, including membership recruitment, public relations, coalition building, and representational activities. Steve has worked in a variety of candidate campaigns as well as on statewide ballot measures. He is highly respected for both his lobbying skills and his ability to articulate verbally and in writing the concerns of his clients.