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WHO WE ARE

At Long Run Strategies we combine decades of government relations experience to offer a full spectrum of advocacy services to achieve results. Our clients know they are receiving the best operational experience from a team focused on their business and policy objectives.

Kevin Sweeny I Partner

Kevin Sweeny is the founder and Chief Strategist for Long Run Strategies. Kevin has over 25 years of Florida government, political operations, and lobbying experience.  


Most recently, Kevin was Director of Field Operation for Florida House Majority, where he managed a statewide canvassing operation in the most highly contested Florida House Districts.

Rick Kendust I Partner

Rick Kendust is Chief Lobbyist for Long Run Strategies. Rick has over two decades of government relations and lobbying experience, advancing client priorities in both the public and private sector.


Most recently, Rick managed State & Federal Government Relations for the Northrop Grumman Corporation. In this role he executed the company’s policy objectives across all 50 states and at the federal level.


Rick holds a B.S. Degree from Florida State University and an M.B.A. from the Warrington School of Business at the University of Florida.

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