March 30, 2022
2 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. ET
Virtual
Want to expand your expertise and elevate your advocacy strategies by deep diving into the workings of the Senate? This workshop is for you. Our experts will provide an in-depth overview of the processes, procedures and key committees of the Senate, as well as how to navigate midterms and trends to expect for the rest of 2022.
Featured Topic & Speakers
The difference between advocacy success and failure in the Senate often depends on understanding political nuances and procedural norms. And this task is even more complicated in an election year. Our experts will help you prepare for success by providing:
- An overview of how the Senate works
- An outline of procedures, rules, traditions and norms of each key Senate committee
- Insights into the Senate’s current and emerging leaders
- Engagement strategies for building relationships and advancing policy goals
Tara DiJulio
Senior Executive Director, Global Corporate Communications
GE
Dean Hingson
Principal
Mehlman Castagnetti Rosen & Thomas
Jeff Sadosky
Partner
Forbes Tate Partners, LLC
Rachel McCleery
Director, Manufacturing Policy
Ford Motor Company
This program is eligible for 2 Elective credits toward the Certificate in PAC & Grassroots Management, 2 Specialization credits toward the Certificate in Government Relations and Lobbying, and 2 Elective credits toward the Certificate in Public Affairs Management.
Agenda
2:00 – 3:00 pm ET Senate Deep Dive
In this session our experts will walk through the intricacies of the Senate with an advocacy focus in mind, such as:
- Outlining the processes, rules and norms that govern the Senate
- Defining key terms and roles so you’re prepared
- Overviewing the budget process, reconciliation and amendment process, so you’re prepared to explain the process to internal or external stakeholders
- Exploring the role Caucuses, the House, and federal agencies play in influencing the Senate
- Reviewing best-in-class lobbying tactics and compliance considerations
Tara DiJulio
Senior Executive Director, Global Corporate Communications
GE
Dean Hingson
Principal
Mehlman Castagnetti Rosen & Thomas
3:00 – 3:15 pm ET Break
3:15 – 4:15 pm ET Working with Key Senate Committees
In this session our experts will give you the information and tools you need to navigate the linchpin of policies succeeding or failing in the Senate: committees. We’ll cover:
- An overview of key influential committees, such as Budget, Finance, Agriculture and HELP
- The procedures, rules and norms you need to know before contacting Committees
- Advocacy tactics to increase the likeliness of the policy outcome you want to see
Jeff Sadosky
Partner
Forbes Tate Partners, LLC
Rachel McCleery
Director, Manufacturing Policy
Ford Motor Company
4:15 pm ET Adjourn
Event Location
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Register
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- Members: $289
- Non-Members: $399
Additional discounts may apply to this meeting. These discounts may include:
For multiple registrants: A discount will apply to the standard member/non-member rate for organizations that register two or more participants for the same meeting. The first registrant will pay full price, the second participant will receive a 10% discount and each additional registrant will receive a 15% discount. To register multiple participants, you may either register online or download the print and fax registration form.
Member discounts: Discounts for members are applied to all Public Affairs Council meetings.
Non-members: Join the Council today, and save by registering at the member rate and using the $200 new-member coupon you will receive. Contact our membership team for information about joining the Council.
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