Since 2011, Mindy Patterson, President of The Cavalry Group, has been a steadfast advocate for members of The Cavalry Group as a federally registered lobbyist, ensuring their voices are heard at every level of government. Representing a diverse range of industries—including the pet trade, equine industries, exotic animal industries, and cervid farming—Patterson works tirelessly to safeguard the rights of those who raise, breed, and work with animals. She and her team at The Cavalry Group are dedicated to countering overreach by federal agencies such as the USDA and USFWS, while also representing members' interests in state legislatures and local governments.

Patterson regularly testifies for or against legislation that directly impacts Cavalry Group members’ livelihoods, advocating for policies that protect animal enterprise industries and opposing those driven by ideological agendas. Her efforts ensure lawmakers at all levels understand the importance of these industries to conservation, agriculture, and the economy. With Patterson’s leadership, The Cavalry Group defends the rights of animal owners, preserves members’ livelihoods, and pushes back against burdensome regulations and misguided legislation.