Seattle Government Affairs Advocates and Consultants. Tim Ceis, Ryan Bayne and Emelie East, the partners of CBE Strategic, have more than 50 years of experience working in and with all levels of government. We develop and implement comprehensive strategies employing coordinated messaging, advocacy and tactical partnerships to achieve client objectives. The service we provide draws on our extensive backgrounds in politics, high-level management, messaging, media relations, business development, law, campaigns and lobbying.