About

Lori Furstenberg

Lori is a policy strategist and conservative reform advocate specializing in government accountability, constitutional governance, and public safety policy in Washington, DC. She serves as Chair of the Washington, DC Chapter of The Conservative Caucus, where she leads policy development, coalition building, and civic engagement initiatives focused on advancing transparency, operational efficiency, and structural governance reform in the nation’s capital.

Lori is the architect of multiple policy initiatives under her Trifecta Plan framework, including proposals addressing congressional authority over the District of Columbia, government oversight modernization through DC DOGE, and the One & Done Initiative aimed at reducing youth crime while expanding rehabilitation pathways. Her work focuses on measurable policy outcomes, institutional accountability, and restoring public trust in government.

Her professional background includes public policy advocacy, campaign leadership, business operations, and fiduciary management. She has led reform-focused campaigns for both Congress and Mayor of Washington, DC, mobilizing grassroots engagement and elevating policy-driven dialogue on governance reform. Earlier in her career, as a partner in Trusted Guardianship Services and Trusted Senior Services, she oversaw fiduciary compliance, medical advocacy, and court representation for vulnerable populations.

Lori speaks on governance reform, civic engagement, family values, and public safety policy, and has collaborated with national leadership organizations on advocacy and civic education initiatives. She serves as Director of the Washington, DC Chapter of Women for Gun Rights and co-organized the inaugural Marksmanship & Advocacy Workshop at NRA Headquarters in partnership with the Leadership Institute.

Richard Nickelson

Rich is a fierce conservative and a powerhouse of talent, bringing unmatched energy to the team. A proud Air Force veteran and Air Force Academy graduate, he holds a degree in Engineering, a Master’s in Engineering Management, and a Bachelor’s in Accounting.

Moving from military service to the business world, Rich has excelled in steering operations and mastering financial management with precision and vision. His diverse expertise and relentless drive make him a vital force in advancing the team’s mission.