Pamela L. Barnes brings a rare dual perspective shaped by leadership roles inside both the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the pharmaceutical industry. She has spent her career translating complex policy environments into clear strategy, guiding organizations through CMS and FDA developments, and building alliances that move systems.
Known for her ability to convene cross‑sector leaders and communicate with clarity, Pamela has led federal and state public affairs across multiple therapeutic areas, facilitated high‑stakes conversations between C‑suite executives and policymakers, and represented organizational priorities in Congress and state capitals.
At Elm Capitol Group, she brings this experience forward, helping mission‑driven organizations navigate complexity with confidence and purpose
