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Government Relations Organization and Budgeting

Virtual Workshop

Government Relations Organization and Budgeting

July 23, 2026
1:30 p.m.− 3:45 p.m. ET

The structure, budget and resources of your government relations function can have a direct correlation to your ability to achieve your organization’s government relations goals (for better or worse).  Whether you are creating a new government relations team, expanding your reach, or simply want to know how your department benchmarks against other best–in-class organizations, you won’t want to miss this workshop! 

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In this program, you’ll gain insight into:

    • Different ways to structure your government relations function, including case studies from associations, corporations, and more (large and small)
    • How to determine your budget needs and outline key steps for garnering internal decision makers’ support 
    • Ways to safeguard your government relations function in times of budgetary uncertainty

1:30 p.m.

Welcome and introductions

1:35 p.m.

Building Your Team to Achieve Your Goals

Achieving government relations “wins” is directly tied to your function’s structure, and the way a team is organized can affect the likelihood of positive (or negative) outcomes. Our expert speaker will walk us through the organizational, strategic, and measurement practices that help high-performing government relations teams maximize their impact and showcase their value.  

In this session we will: 

  • Outline practical planning and measurement tools to boost your government relations function
  • Discuss best practices for assessing and advocating for your budget needs
  • Explore key leadership techniques, including ways to “manage up” and coordinate across teams 
Joe Eyer Vice President, Public Affairs
AT&T

2:30 p.m.

Break

2:45 p.m.

Additional Considerations: Consultants, Stakeholders and Safeguarding the Function 

Is “the more, the merrier” when it comes to your government relations work?  Part two of this workshop explore additional considerations such as bringing on a consultant versus a full-time employee, managing external stakeholders and protecting your function during times of budgetary uncertainty.

In this session, we will discuss: 

  • Key considerations when deciding between hiring consultants and expanding in-house capacity
  • Best practices for building and managing relationships with external stakeholders
  • Ways to safeguard your function during times of budgetary scrutiny 
Sharon Brosnan Vice President, Government Affairs
Thrivent

3:45 p.m.

Adjourn

Sharon Brosnan Vice President, Government Affairs
Thrivent
Joe Eyer Vice President, Public Affairs
AT&T

This program is eligible for 2 credits toward the Certificate in Government Relations and Lobbying and 2 Core credits toward the Certificate in Public Affairs Management.

This program also qualifies for 2 CAE credits through the American Society of Association Professionals.

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Membership Plus: FREE
Members: $339
Non-Members: $449

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Additional discounts may apply to this meeting. These discounts may include:

For multiple registrants: A discount will apply to the standard member/nonmember 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.

Nonmembers: Join the Council today, and save by registering at the member rate and using the $300 new-member coupon you will receive. Contact our membership team for information about joining the Council.

Questions? Contact us at 202.787.5950.

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Questions

Anna Platt
Senior Manager, Government Relations Practice
202.787.5955 | [email protected]

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