The Zita Group Welcomes Karlito Almeda as Vice President
The Zita Group (TZG) is pleased to announce that Karlito Almeda has joined the TZG team as Vice President. He will provide direct lobbying, strategic planning and advocacy services to our clients.
Karlito brings a wealth of experience in navigating the complexities of New Jersey politics and policy.
Karlito joins us from Advanced Energy United, a national clean energy business association. He worked as a senior policy principal and developed strategies to advance renewable energy policies across New Jersey and New York.His expertise spanned various areas, including distributed energy resources, building and transportation electrification, and carbon emission reductions.
Karlito also served as a Policy Aide to Commissioners Bob Gordon and Dianne Solomon at the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities, leading strategic reviews of clean energy policies and utility regulations. For several years, he also served as Legislative Director to then-Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg, overseeing crucial policy issues such as transportation and healthcare, and negotiating landmark policies like the Reproductive Freedom Act.
Karlito began his career as a congressional casework representative for Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr, helping to resolve constituents’ concerns on matters like veterans’ affairs and immigration.
Karlito holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from Ramapo College of New Jersey.
In welcoming him to the firm, TZG CEO Trish Zita said, “Karlito is widely recognized throughout the State and across the political spectrum as a trustworthy and knowledgeable professional. We believe his experience in managing and directing complex issues, as well as his knowledge of state government will make him a great asset to our clients. We’re excited to have Karlito join us and bring his talent and expertise to our team!”
About The Zita Group
The Zita Group is a woman-owned government and public affairs firm, both founded and led by Patrizia “Trish” Zita. Our bipartisan, experienced team of strategic consultants is widely respected by elected, appointed and government officials of both parties across New Jersey’s political landscape. We provide our clients with unique insights into the decision-making process at the highest levels. We bring to bear credible working relationships with executive branch officials, legislators, and staff. Our team’s effectiveness has been demonstrated again and again by the results we achieve for our clients.
