The award recognizes work conducted in one of the most closely watched races in Tennessee in recent years. Fulcrum Intel delivered opposition research that helped define the race, shape the narrative, and contribute to Representative Matt Van Epps’ victory in Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District.

Fulcrum Intel is thrilled to announce that Co-founder and President David Topping has been named to the prestigious 2026 “40 Under 40” list by the American Association of Political Consultants (AAPC), recognizing the rising stars shaping the future of political consulting in the United States.

Fulcrum Intel is proud to announce that we have been named a finalist for a 2026 Reed Award — one of the most respected honors in political campaigning and public affairs.

Lane is a graduate of Austin Peay State University, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in Political Science, and he brings experience from both government and campaign roles, including time with the Tennessee General Assembly and ALEC.

We're proud to announce that Fulcrum Intel's Deputy Research Director, Hollace Wright, was recently awarded Cygnal's 30 Under Thirty award for America's Rising Republican Operatives (ARRO) in Washington, DC!

Fulcrum Intel is proud to welcome Kyle Sisenstein, former Senior Vice President at America Rising, to the Fulcrum team.

Fulcrum Intel is honored to be selected as the Silver Award winner for “Best Use of Opposition Research” at the 2024 Pollie Awards for our firm’s exemplary work & winning engagement in political opposition research.