Name:
Elaine F. Almquist
Title:
Founder & Principal
Business Name:
Almquist & Associates
Website URL:
www.almquistandassociates.com
Instagram:
@efalmquist
LinkedIn:
linkedin.com/in/elainefalmquist
Boston Business Women Membership:
Just joined
Location:
Somerville, MA (Greather Boston area native)
About Her Company:
Elaine’s passion is helping people grow their political power and become civically engaged. Her consulting firm supports candidates running for public office and trains community members to participate actively in democracy. Almquist & Associates focuses on electing women, people of color, and other underrepresented populations, ensuring access to professional guidance for political success.
Definition of Success:
Elaine measures success through her clients’ achievements. Whether it’s winning an election, stepping up to serve the community, or convincing someone to run for office for the first time, her clients’ victories define her success.
Most Transformational Moment as an Entrepreneur:
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Being the sole income-earner for her family from her business.
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Witnessing her clients being sworn into office, which she describes as “goosebumps moments.”
Biggest Challenge in Business:
Opening her first firm just before the pandemic, navigating shutdowns, and then relaunching her current firm independently while managing all financial responsibilities.
Handling Harder Days:
Elaine relies on her supportive husband and a large network of allies built over two decades in Massachusetts politics.
Impact of Boston Business Women Inner Circle Membership:
She’s inspired by the community of skilled women leaders and sees the potential for collaboration and learning.
Most Proud Moment in Career:
Being part of a State Representative campaign that went to a recount and ultimately winning, then attending the swearing-in ceremony conducted by Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll.
About the Woman Behind the Business:
Elaine enjoys good food, conversation, laughter, and novel experiences. She likes craft beer, travel, roller-skating, biking, and reading.
What Makes Her Stand Out:
Her firm focuses on a niche market of underrepresented groups in government, emphasizing movement-building and removing barriers to power for clients.
Where to Keep Up With Elaine:
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Twitter: @EAlmquist