Shawn Foster brings a wealth of political and government experience to Sunrise Consulting Group, which he founded 20 years ago. Having worked within the state and federal echelons of government for over 20 years, Shawn has built unique relationships and gained deep expertise, enabling him to achieve success for his clients.
Shawn began his political and government career in Sarasota and Manatee Counties. Shawn was the Student Body President and graduated from USF-Sarasota. Afterward, Shawn began working in the legislative process in the Florida House of Representatives.
Shawn then served as Congressman Gus Bilirakis’ District Director for six years. This experience allowed Shawn to become well acquainted not only with the numerous issues being debated in Washington but also with the issues facing the State of Florida.
Prior to working for Congressman Bilirakis, Shawn served as a Senior Legislative Aide for State Senator Mike Fasano. In addition to his work inside government, Shawn has an astute political background, having managed and consulted on numerous political campaigns over the past 20 years.
He is well-versed in the political efforts of both the private and public sectors.
Shawn was elected in 2020 as the Pasco County Republican State Committeeman and was subsequently reelected in 2024. He also serves on the State Executive Board of the Republican Party of Florida. Shawn had the unique opportunity to be selected and served as a delegate to 2024 Republican National Convention. Shortly after that he had the honor of being chosen to be a member of the Electoral College and be a part of history.
Shawn’s Community Service includes:
United Way of Pasco County – Past Chairman
United Way of Florida – Board of Governors
Community Service Council of West Pasco – Past President
Feeding Pasco’s Elderly – Founding Board Member
Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired – Past President
Florida Association of Professional Lobbyists – Board Member
