Government Relations

Our experienced government relations practitioners have successfully influenced government leaders at the federal, state and local levels. We offer direct state lobbying and federal lobbying services for the following:

• Short and Long-Term Policy Issues
• Operating Expenses
• Capital Appropriations

We pride ourselves on having only a handful of clients for whom we work very hard. Our model works. Our clients say they appreciate our responsiveness and attention to detail. And, we are able to spend quality time with key decision makers to obtain the results our clients expect.

• In 2009, we advocated on behalf of a regional business growth
  and job creation program for $250,000 in federal funding.
• In 2008, we successfully managed a health and human services levy campaign
  in a major metropolitan county, winning the issue in 58 of 59 communities.
• In 2007, we secured $2 million in state funding to revitalize a section of Cleveland
  into a thriving arts and culture district.

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Policy Analysis & Planning

A key to successfully garnering support for your organization is to have a sound policy plan that includes a communication component. Yet, many organizations don’t know how to influence decision makers through policy.

We are experts at helping our clients determine the best approach for their public policy efforts and how to most effectively deliver that policy message. We also work with our clients to help them become engaged in the community and develop the right connections.

Media Relations

One of the most effective ways to build public support for your cause — and influence government decision makers — is to conduct a thorough media relations campaign. Media relations work has the power to influence the public’s opinion about your organization and its causes while solidifying personal, corporate and governmental support.

We are experienced in working with both sides of the media — both as a Congressional press secretary and reporter, then in-house staff within government and non-profits agencies. We can put together an effective strategy to introduce your issues to editorial decision makers at print, radio and television media outlets. We also can put together a campaign to ensure targeted publications and news organizations receive timely information on your cause, thereby encouraging policymakers to act on your behalf.

Our media relations services include:

• Editorial board introductions
• Opinion editorials
• Relationship building
• Media training

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