Stacey Anderson is the principal and owner of Ascension Strategies, LLC, a solutions-oriented consulting firm specializing in state and federal policy. Her 28-year career has focused on key policy issues including healthcare access, housing solutions, the state budget process, and breaking down workforce barriers.

Currently living in Helena, Stacey grew up in Great Falls, received her undergraduate degree from the University of Pennsylvania, completed her Master’s degree at the University of Montana. and pursued post-graduate work at George Washington University.

A long-time advocate for healthcare access for low-income, underserved, and rural populations, Stacey has received numerous state and national awards for her policy and advocacy work.

In her personal time, Stacey volunteers with local non-profits including the Lewis & Clark Humane Society, the YWCA of Helena, and is currently on her 8th year as a Helena Housing Authority Commissioner, an appointed role with the City of Helena.