Mary-Patricia “MP” Wray is the founder and CEO of Top Drawer Strategies, with more than a decade of experience at the intersection of government, public policy, politics and communications.

As a lobbyist, award-winning political strategist, and expert community engagement consultant, MP has advised organizations across some of Louisiana’s most consequential policy debates and has worked on more than fifty candidate and issue campaigns. Her practice combines substantive policy expertise with legislative strategy, public relations and coalition building to bring ideas to life, from the Legislature to the public square.

MP’s government experience began in Ohio, where she worked for Governor Ted Strickland and Attorney General Richard Cordray, before moving to Louisiana and building a career in and around the State Capitol. She has advised statewide elected officials, businesses, nonprofits, healthcare organizations, local governments and advocacy organizations.

Named one of the American Association of Political Consultants’ 40 Under 40, MP also teaches Legislative and Administrative Advocacy at Loyola University New Orleans College of Law. She holds a B.A. from The Ohio State University and a J.D. from Loyola University New Orleans College of Law.