who is lamar lyons?

Lamar Lyons is a California political candidate, community leader, and public policy expert running for State Assembly District 65.

With decades of experience in both the public and private sectors, Lamar Lyons is known for advancing economic development, job creation, affordable housing, and policies that support working families across Los Angeles County.

Lamar Lyons is a lifelong advocate for working families, bringing over 30 years of experience at the intersection of government, finance, and community leadership. As a longtime San Pedro resident and President of the San Pedro Neighborhood Council, he has led efforts to improve local infrastructure, expand economic opportunity, and strengthen public services throughout the Harbor Region.

Lyons has built a career focused on aligning public policy with real-world economic solutions, working in both municipal government and the private financial sector. His expertise includes budgeting, economic planning, housing development, and public-private partnerships that deliver measurable results for communities.

Lamar Lyons has held leadership roles across both government and finance, giving him a unique ability to solve complex economic challenges. His experience includes:

  • Former legislative and policy professional in Los Angeles city government and the California State Legislature

  • Experience in municipal finance, infrastructure investment, and economic development

  • Founder and co-founder of investment firms focused on social impact, housing, and community development

“My work has consistently focused on creating jobs, expanding access to affordable housing, and strengthening local economies.”
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Lamar Lyons embodies the perseverance and genius of California’s working class.

Raised in South Los Angeles, Lamar Lyons began working at a young age and understands firsthand the challenges facing working families. From early jobs in retail and manufacturing to leadership roles in government and finance, his life reflects the values of hard work, resilience, and opportunity.

After the loss of his wife, an educator and school leader, Lyons became a single father of three—an experience that deepened his commitment to policies that support families, education, and economic stability.

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He’s qualified to lead you in Sacramento.

Lamar’s accomplishments include:

  • Supported $18 Billion in municipal finance transactions, including for affordable housing development

  • Led investment in public services such as childcare, housing, workforce programs, and higher education.

  • Recognized as #2 ranked Black Investment Firm, by Black Enterprise (1997)

  • Assisted in establishing the Martin Luther King state holiday in California

  • First Black Chief of Staff in the California State Legislature

  • Co-founded the UC Student Lobby, a student-led association that lobbies the CA legislature to this day

  • Received a BA in Philosophy and Mathematics from UCLA, where he was Student Body President, and a JD from Howard University School of Law in Washington, D.C

Lamar Lyons is running for California State Assembly District 65 to deliver real solutions for working families, expand economic opportunity, and build stronger, more resilient communities across Los Angeles County.

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