Continental Strategy Announces Fara Sonderling as Vice President
Washington D.C. — Continental Strategy is proud to announce that Fara Sonderling, a seasoned government affairs professional with more than a decade of experience navigating complex policy issues at the state and federal levels, is joining the firm as Vice President.
Sonderling brings extensive experience representing organizations and industries before policymakers across the country. Most recently, she served as Senior Director at Converge Public Strategies. Prior to that, she spent nearly eight years with the American Forest & Paper Association and held roles with the National Community Pharmacists Association and the American Legislative Exchange Council.
“Fara brings a depth of experience across industries and organizations at both the state and federal levels. Her ability to understand complex policy issues, build relationships and deliver results makes her an outstanding addition to our growing team and an invaluable resource for our clients.”
Carlos Trujillo, President and Founder, Continental Strategy
Sonderling’s addition further strengthens Continental Strategy’s growing government relations practice and expands the firm’s ability to provide clients with strategic counsel across a wide range of industries and policy areas.
Fara Sonderling
Fara Sonderling was born and raised in Aventura, Florida and attended Dr. Michael M. Krop Senior High School. She holds a BA in Politics from Mt. Holyoke College and an MA in Public Policy from Brown University.
She brings more than a decade of experience representing organizations and industries before policymakers at the federal and state levels. Most recently, she worked as a Senior Director for Converge Public Strategies. She spent nearly 8 years with the American Forest & Paper Association and previously worked for the National Community Pharmacists Association and the American Legislative Exchange Council.
Fara lives in Falls Church with her husband and two sons. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and exploring new playgrounds with her kids.

