Jose Espinoza is a public affairs and government relations professional with extensive experience in municipal policy, budgeting, and community engagement. Since joining Capital
City Consulting in 2025, he advises non-profit and private sector clients on legislative strategy, intergovernmental engagement, and navigating complex regulatory and political environments across South Florida.
Before joining Capital City Consulting, Jose held senior leadership roles in Miami-Dade County government, including Chief of Legislative Affairs to the Chairman of the County Commission and Chief of Staff to the Deputy Mayor and Budget Director. In these positions, he led legislative strategy, advanced countywide policy initiatives, and managed operational portfolios spanning transportation and public works, solid waste management, elections, and animal services. Earlier in his career, Jose worked as an analyst in the Office of Management and Budget, managing a $250 million social services portfolio and serving as the budget liaison for major sporting events and public safety initiatives.
Jose is also active in the community, serving as a member of Chapman Partnership’s nextgen Council and supporting programs focused on youth development and community impact initiatives. He also served on the public affairs team for the 2026 Host Committee for the College Football Playoff National Championship Game, where he helped lead government outreach and community engagement efforts supporting the event’s legacy initiatives and broader regional impact.
He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration and a Master of Business Administration from Florida International University and is an alumnus of the Leadership Miami program. He is bilingual in English and Spanish.