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By Lisa Ryan Skilled communicators know one message doesn't always fit all audiences. They also know successfully pitching a story, or designing a marketing campaign, requires taking into account a variety…
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As anyone who has had to fill a senior-level position knows, the number of qualified executives is limited. As a result, a search for an executive often starts with a…
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Speechwriting 101: Writing an Effective Speech Whether you are a communications pro or a human resources executive, the time will come when you will need to write a speech for…
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December 2012 To help guide employees’ use of social media and provide them with guidelines for engagement, companies should create social media policies. Social media policies always, and should differ,…
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Please click here for a current list of the Council’s 2017 events. This list will be updated as additional events for the year are confirmed, so we encourage you to check…
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Public affairs professionals who attend the Council's conferences influence purchasing decisions at the nation's largest corporations and associations.Check out the Council's 2023 Annual Sponsorship Packages. This is the best way…
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What is the Association Network? The Public Affairs Council recognizes that associations face unique challenges and opportunities. The Association Network is a free network open exclusively to members of the Council who are employed…
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As the only association representing the broader public affairs profession, the membership of the Public Affairs Council is truly diverse, made up of over 700 organizations, including Fortune 500 corporations, emerging-growth companies,…
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The Network The Political Involvement Network (PIN) is a forum for community building, but it offers much more than that. This members-only service will provide dynamic networking and idea-sharing opportunities…
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The following suggestions are for building senior management support for a PAC and preparing them for a solicitation: Invite senior officers to attend small-group luncheons, breakfasts or meetings where they…
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The following samples are basic structures of bylaws adapted by two different PACs. Only the articles and section titles are included. Sample 1: Constitution and Bylaws Article I – Name Article…
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The following are sample expectations you could use for your PAC Board members: Be recognized as a leader and strong supporter of the organization’s PAC Vote to approve/reject PAC contribution requests…
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Why does your PAC need a legal audit? Any responsible company knows it must audit its PAC in order to protect itself and its officers from corporate and personal liability. Many…
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To sustain an effective PAC and grassroots program simultaneously, the program administrator(s) must explore opportunities for coordinating their organization’s PAC with the organization’s formalized “key contact” program, broadbased grassroots effort…
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Producing a solicitor training manual is the best way to make sure all of your PAC solicitors receive the same information and raise money effectively. No two manuals are alike,…
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Why You Should Contribute The Foundation for Public Affairs is a 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to invest in the future of the public affairs profession through workforce development initiatives…
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Governance The Foundation for Public Affairs is governed by the Executive Committee of the Public Affairs Council, a volunteer group composed of industry leaders. The Executive Committee provides governance of our research and activities…
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Frequently, appointment seekers will have the opportunity to meet with Congressional staff in lieu of the member due to scheduling conflicts, recess, or district work periods. Reiterate to attendees the…
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Issues management involves prioritizing and proactively addressing public policy and reputation issues that can affect an organization's success. Many large companies use issues management techniques to keep their external relations activities…
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In today’s economic and political reality, making the case for why your organization has a PAC and relies on individual members to sustain and make the most of PAC contributions…
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AO – Advisory Opinion: A formal ruling from the FEC in response to a request for clarification and/or legality of a PAC activity. Benchmarking – A method for measuring and comparing one…
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Public Affairs Pulse Survey - 2012 What Americans Think About Business 2012 Survey Shows Americans Largely Favor Business The American public has a complex relationship with business: Americans have largely…
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Public Affairs Pulse Survey - 2011 What Americans Think About Business Americans Hold Favorable Views On Business but not CEOs The Public Affairs Pulse survey — a first-of-its-kind, in-depth survey…
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