Former Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary and Acting Assistant Secretary of the Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management (FECM) Tala Goudarzi Joins Torridon Group LLC

WASHINGTON, Oct. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Torridon Group LLC is pleased to announce that Tala Goudarzi, former Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary and Acting Assistant Secretary of the Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management (FECM) at the U.S. Department of Energy, is joining the firm as a partner. A strategic advisory firm, Torridon Group LLC is associated with the law firm, Torridon Law PLLC.

Goudarzi brings exceptional expertise in energy policy following her service at DoE, where she led critical initiatives that enhanced America's competitive position in global energy markets. As the senior executive leading FECM, she oversaw LNG permitting processes, provided strategic direction for the National Energy Technology Laboratory, and championed policies that restored American LNG export capabilities, expanded critical mineral supply chain resilience, and ensured grid reliability through baseload power generation.

"Tala is a phenomenal addition to our premier energy practice," said Dan R. Brouillette, co-chair of the Torridon Group and former U.S. Secretary of Energy. "Her strategic leadership at DoE and deep understanding of energy markets and government operations make her an invaluable asset to our clients."

"Tala's arrival further strengthens our position as the go-to destination for clients requiring top-tier energy advice and counsel," said William P. Barr, former U.S. Attorney General and founding partner of Torridon.  "Her record of delivering results in high-stakes environments perfectly aligns with our commitment to provide clients with the strategic advantage they need to succeed."

"Having worked in both business and government, I know how rare it is to find someone who can effectively operate at the highest levels in both spheres," said Mike Pompeo, senior advisor to Torridon and former U.S. Secretary of State. "Tala's proven ability to drive results in the most challenging policy environments will be tremendously beneficial to our clients."

Prior to her DOE service, Goudarzi served in senior roles during the first Trump Administration and brought extensive private sector experience to the role of Acting Assistant Secretary, including leadership positions at Sempra Infrastructure and tenure at the Edison Electric Institute. Her experience helping develop large-scale LNG projects and shaping energy policy at the highest levels of government provides her with unique insights into the critical intersection between energy systems and AI infrastructure that is reshaping America's power demands.

"I'm thrilled to join Torridon's outstanding team and continue advancing American energy interests from the private sector," said Goudarzi. "The firm's unique combination of government experience, corporate expertise, and legal excellence makes it the ideal platform to serve clients facing today's most pressing energy challenges."

In addition to Brouillette, Pompeo, and Barr, Goudarzi joins a group that also includes former DoE General Counsel Bill Cooper, former Deputy Secretary of Energy Mark Menezes, former White House Counsel Pat Cipollone, and Mike Kelly, former Chief Financial Officer of GTE Corporation and AOLTimeWarner. This unparalleled depth of leadership enables the firm to provide sophisticated insight into policy, project management, international diplomacy and market development, as well as federal and state regulatory matters.

Torridon Group LLC is a strategic advisory firm associated with Torridon Law PLLC. It partners with leading corporations, investment firms, and industry executives to navigate complex business landscapes, unlock new growth opportunities, and drive long-term value creation. The firm provides deep expertise in corporate strategy, capital allocation, risk management, and operational transformation, helping clients strengthen their competitive position in an evolving global market.

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SOURCE Torridon Law PLLC