Our Team

FOUNDER & PRESIDENT

As the Founder and President of HCI, Claire has a vested interest in the success of her clients. Since launching the HCI in 2003, Claire has successfully led national fundraising efforts for a roster of prominent members of the U.S. Senate, including the Honorable John McCain and Joni Ernst. She has a proven track record in managing organizations and individuals to conceptualize, plan and direct successful fundraising campaigns and events that supersede industry standards.

In the 2016 election cycle, Claire served as the Finance Director for the National Republican Senatorial Committee. In 2008, she served as the Deputy National Finance Director for the McCain-Palin RNC Victory Committee.

Claire’s experience in assisting Republican incumbents and candidates is matched by the success she has achieved in helping political organizations raise money. This includes her current tenure directing the fundraising efforts for John Bolton PAC, John Bolton Super PAC and the Foundation for American Security and Freedom. With Claire’s leadership, these groups raised a combined total of $20 million in the 2014 and 2016 election cycles. In 2009, Claire served as Finance Director for GOPAC, which is comprised of a 527 national political organization and a 501(c)(4) Educational Fund focused on educating and electing the next generation of Republican leaders. Under Claire’s leadership, GOPAC increased major donor donations by 350% in four years. She also held the position of Senate Liaison for the 2005 President’s Dinner fundraising gala in Washington, D.C., as well as National Finance Consultant to Senator John McCain’s PAC, “Straight Talk America.”

Prior to establishing HCI, Claire served as an Account Director for a leading fundraising firm in Washington, D.C. that specializes in fundraising, event planning and Political Action Committee (PAC) development. While there, she learned the keys to leading effective fundraising initiatives by soliciting contributions from organizations and individuals for the firm’s high-profile clients including iconic Members of the United States House and Senate, the Republican National Committee and Bush-Cheney ’04 Campaign.

While maintaining her proud University of Georgia Bulldog heritage, Claire currently resides in McLean, Virginia with her husband, David, and their two daughters, Emerson and Tinsley.

VICE PRESIDENT

Laurène joined HCI in January of 2020 and currently serves as Vice President. She brings more than 25 years of experience in management, marketing, and business development to the team, and is responsible for overall project management for the firm. Laurène started her career with the Republican National Committee in 1998, including assignments in the Chairman’s Office and with RNC Finance major donor programs. During the Bush Administration, she served as a Special Assistant to the U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See (Vatican) in Rome, Italy.

Originally from Long Island, New York, Laurène received a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from Towson University in Maryland and a Master of Arts in Public Communication & Public Relations (with Merit) from the University of Westminster in London, England. She currently resides in Alexandria, Virginia.

ACCOUNT MANAGER

Catherine joined Holloway Consulting in May 2020 and currently serves as a Finance Coordinator. During the 2018 election cycle, Catherine was a Regional Field Director for the Republican Party of Virginia. Her campaign experience includes servings Political Director for a Virginia State Senate race and as a volunteer coordinator for the state party.

Originally from Mililani, Hawaii, Catherine received her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a minor in Political Data Analysis from Mary Baldwin University. Catherine currently resides in Alexandria, Virginia.

ACCOUNT MANAGER

Josie joined HCI in January 2021 and currently serves as an Account Manager. During 2018 cycle, Josie worked on Governor Larry Hogan’s campaign for re-election in Maryland. In addition to her campaign experience, Josie served as a legislative aide in the Maryland General Assembly and completed an internship with the State Affairs team at Americans for Tax Reform.

Originally from Annapolis, Maryland, Josie received her Bachelor of Science in Political Science with a minor in Economics from Towson University in 2019. While attending TU, she was an active member of the College Republicans and held several leadership positions.

FINANCE COORDINATOR

Erica joined HCI in February of 2022 and currently serves as a Finance Coordinator. During the 2020 cycle, Erica interned on Daniel Gade’s U.S. Senate campaign in Virginia focusing on grassroots and voter outreach projects.

Originally from Chesapeake, Virginia, Erica received her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science (Cum Laude) from the University of Mary Washington. While attending Mary Washington, Erica played Division III Women’s Varsity Soccer and volunteered with community service organizations including Helping Hands Military Ministry and Project Lucas Africa Mission to Kenya. Erica and her husband currently reside in Fairfax, Virginia.