Key Takeaways
🏙️ Austin’s Evolution: How the city changed from the early 2000s to today
🤝 Trust Over Power: What lobbying actually looks like behind the scenes
🧭 Finding Your Place: How newcomers can truly get connected in Austin
🧠 Leadership & Legacy: Civic responsibility, boards, and long-term impact
🔮 What’s Next for Austin: Infrastructure, growth challenges, and long-term vision
Meet the Guest – A.J. Bingham
A.J. Bingham is the Founder and CEO of Bingham Group, an Austin-based municipal government affairs and land use consulting firm.
An Austin and Central Texas lobbyist, he brings more than a decade of experience advising clients on municipal and state-level policy, regulatory strategy, and public-sector engagement across Texas.
A.J. holds a B.A. in Political Science from Wake Forest University and a J.D. from Washburn University School of Law. He grew up in South Austin and attended Austin ISD schools, graduating from the LBJ Science Academy (now Liberal Arts and Science Academy).
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Show Notes
Austin’s growth didn’t happen by accident. In this episode, Adam sits down with A.J. Bingham, founder of The Bingham Group, to explore the trust, relationships, and leadership that quietly shape the city behind the scenes. A.J. explains how reputation, consistency, and long-term relationships drive real influence and civic leadership in Austin.