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The Federal budget and appropriations process is complex.

We can help you understand it.

Our firm

Our managing director and founder, Joe Carlile, leverages over two decades of high-level Federal budget experience to guide clients through the complexities of government funding. As a former White House OMB Associate Director and House Appropriations Subcommittee Clerk who managed $350+ billion in Federal resources, Joe provides unmatched insight into the appropriations process. His strategic guidance helps organizations anticipate appropriations risks and navigate shifting political landscapes—turning Federal budget complexity into competitive advantage.

Our services

Bluestem Consulting is a appropriations risk consulting and strategic advisory firm, not a law practice or lobbying firm. We provide strategic planning, consulting, training, and advisory services on the Federal budget and appropriations process.

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