WHO WE ARE
Helping good people build a better future.
At Forge + Field Strategies, we believe politics can be better. That starts with who we choose to work alongside.
We're a full-service political consulting firm partnering exclusively with candidates, organizations, and causes committed to strengthening communities, expanding opportunity, and creating lasting change. Whether it's a school board race, a mayoral campaign, or a statewide advocacy effort, we build disciplined, people-powered campaigns rooted in strategy, authentic organizing, and trust.
We don't believe in cookie-cutter campaigns or one-size-fits-all consulting. Every community is different, every race is unique, and every campaign deserves a strategy built around its people.
From campaign management and strategic communications to fundraising, digital strategy, data, and field operations, we help campaigns earn trust, break through the noise, and build the coalitions needed to win. Are you ready to build a winning campaign with us?
Meet Our Team
Forge + Field was built for candidates who believe politics can be better. Led by Principal Gage Schmid, we combine years of campaign management and organizing experience with a people-first philosophy, helping clients build campaigns rooted in trust, authentic organizing, and disciplined execution.