209 Fayetteville St., Raleigh, NC 27603
828.280.8082

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Originally with The Policy Group from 2004 through 2006 and rejoining the firm in 2010, Mr. Metcalf delivers a balanced interpretation of the potential impact of legislation within the public and private sector to the firm’s varied and expanding clientele.

Fueled by a diverse background in public relations and marketing, Mr. Metcalf contributes an informed, hands-on approach with proven experience in coalition building and the implementation of grassroots initiatives. In addition to his comprehensive advocacy duties within The Policy Group, he owns and operates Carolina Strategies, a public relations and marketing firm based in Asheville, North Carolina, which specializes in small business and municipal advertising and branding.

Mr. Metcalf’s genuine ability to forge and cultivate sound relationships with legislative members is enhanced by his varied involvement in governmental affairs throughout his professional career. Actively engaged in strategic lobbying efforts on the behalf of The Policy Group’s clients, Mr. Metcalf also oversees the firm’s ongoing business development and charitable involvement.

EDUCATION

College of Charleston

Steve Metcalf, a twenty-five year veteran of governmental affairs in both the public and private sector, founded The Policy Group in 2003. Serving as the firm’s president, Mr. Metcalf leads the organization and its effective advocacy efforts with his broad governmental background and acute understanding of the complexities in the legislative process.

A former Senator in the North Carolina General Assembly representing the western part of the state from 1999 through 2004, Mr. Metcalf previously served the State of North Carolina under the administration of Governor Jim Hunt. From 1993 through 1996, Mr. Metcalf held the following positions: Deputy Secretary for the Department of Administration, Deputy Secretary for the Department of Transportation, and Assistant to the Governor.

Mr. Metcalf began his public service career in the 1980s and gained a working understanding of the complex legal and political issues facing county governments, while serving as the first professional county manager for Buncombe County from 1989 through 1993. In this capacity he effectively cultivated relationships with fellow county managers and community leaders across the state, while facilitating vital programs on the county’s behalf with state agencies like the North Carolina Department of Transportation, the Department of Heath and Human Services, and the Department of Environment and National Resources.

Armed with extensive experience in both the public and private sector, Mr. Metcalf holds applicable knowledge in issue management and consulting services for governmental agencies, including market research and polling for public agencies and private businesses. A tireless advocate, Mr. Metcalf actively maintains meaningful and productive relationships with elected officials, appointed board members, and community leaders across North Carolina.

EDUCATION

County and Municipal Administration, Institute of Government, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Master of Public Administration, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee

Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, Appalachian State University, Boone, North Carolina

PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

MANNA FoodBank, Board Member

Friends of the Mountain-to-Sea Trail, Former President and Board Member

First Step Farm, Board Member

First Baptist Church of Asheville, Member