About Us

Vartanian Strategies LLC is a consulting firm built to help center-right and moderate candidates and political organizations raise the funds needed to achieve their missions. The boutique firm is led by its Principal, Nicole Vartanian. Nicole brings over 12 years of experience in politics and government and is not only skilled in fundraising, but also relationship development, coalition building, communication, marketing, strategic problem-solving, and project management. Her experience serving her community through the offices of elected officials in the district, on Capitol Hill, and on campaigns brings a unique perspective to her work, strengthened with industry best practices. Nicole's use of technology for her clients expands their reach and increases efficiency.

We are geographically located in Oak Harbor, WA, but serve clients all over the United States.

Nicole Vartanian | Principal 

Nicole Vartanian is a Fundraising Consultant and Principal at Vartanian Strategies. Originally from one of the last conservative bastions in Los Angeles County (Santa Clarita, CA), Nicole primarily spent the first decade of her career in the district offices of her Congressional and County Supervisorial representatives where she successfully acted as a liaison between them and their district. A proud military spouse, Nicole moved with her husband to San Diego in 2020, where she pivoted to fundraising. She has excelled at helping her clients build and manage prosperous fundraising programs, raising millions in Southern California for the 2020 and 2022 election cycles. 

In 2023, Nicole launched Vartanian Strategies. She combined her experience as a fundraiser, serving in the district, and on Capitol Hill to bring a unique perspective and tactics to her clients' fundraising strategy in the western United States.

Nicole received her Bachelor of Art in Political Science from the University of California Irvine (Zot Zot!) and her Project Management and Leadership Certificate from Cornell University in April 2023. She currently resides on Whidbey Island with her husband Brett, a US Navy Corpsman. They enjoy cooking, hockey, and exploring the outdoors with their pup, Moose.

Moose Vartanian | Chief Morale Officer 

Moose is a 5 year old poodle mix that is too smart for his own good and regularly provides support to the Vartanian Strategies LLC team. Moose ensures that our spirits are up and that we get our necessary Vitamin-D when the sun pokes out during the gloomy PNW fall, winter, and spring seasons. He will do almost anything for belly rubs, scratches, or a treat and loves meeting new people! If he’s not sleeping in his dog bed, you’ll find him with his Mom, our Principal Nicole, sporting something patriotic or candidate swag for the client we are supporting that day. He is currently working on his therapy dog training so that he can provide moral support to seniors, veterans, and the community in times of need.

Fundraising Experience

Ron Muzzall for WA State Senate
Dan Purdy for Whatcom County Executive
Suzette Valladares for CA State Senate*
Brian Jones for CA State Senate*
Matt Gunderson for CA State Senate*
Suzette Valladares for CA Assembly*
Michelle Steel for Congress*
Jordan Marks for San Diego County Assessor/Recorder*
Melanie Burkholder for Carlsbad City Council*
Laura Lothian for La Mesa City Council*
Linda Lukacs for San Diego City Council*
Brian Pepin for Poway City Council*
The Lincoln Club of San Diego County*
Reform California PAC*
The Transparency Foundation*
Take Back the House JFC*

* with Past Firms