April 13, 2022
2 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. ET
Virtual
Want to expand your expertise and elevate your advocacy strategies for Congress? Join us for this deep dive into the workings of the U.S. House of Representatives. Our experts will provide an in-depth overview of the processes, procedures, and key committees of the House, as well as trends to expect from the rest of 2022.
Featured Topic & Speakers
In this workshop, you’ll gain insight into:
The difference between advocacy success and failure in the House often depends on understanding political nuances and procedural norms. With midterms just a few months away, now is the time to deepen your expertise and plan ahead. Our experts will help you do so by providing:
- An overview of how the House works
- The procedures, rules, traditions and norms of key House committees
- Insights into House leadership and trends to expect for the rest of 2022
- Engagement strategies for building relationships and advancing policy goals
John Sandell
Principal
Cornerstone Government Affairs
Dao Nguyen
Principal
Cornerstone Government Affairs
Chris Hodgson
Principal
Cornerstone Government Affairs
Matt Bisenius
Director, Government Affairs
American Cleaning Institute
Kelly Poulsen
VP of Federal Government Relations
Distilled Spirits Council of the United States
This program is eligible for 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 p.m. House Download:
In this session our experts will explore various workings of the House of Representatives:
- Current hot top policies and trends to expect as midterms approach
- Outlining the processes, rules and norms that govern the House
- Overviewing the budget process, reconciliation, and amendment process
- Exploring the role Caucuses, the House, and federal agencies play in influencing the House
- Relationship building strategies with House staff members
Dao Nguyen
Principal
Cornerstone Government Affairs
Chris Hodgson
Principal
Cornerstone Government Affairs
John Sandell
Principal
Cornerstone Government Affairs
3:00 – 3:15 p.m. Break
3:15 – 4:15 p.m. Connecting with Committees
In this session our important information on the tools needed to navigate a core component of succeeding or failing in the House: committees. We’ll cover:
- An overview of key influential committees, such as Budget, Ways and Means, and Energy and Commerce
- 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
Matt Bisenius
Director, Government Affairs
American Cleaning Institute
Kelly Poulsen
VP of Federal Government Relations
Distilled Spirits Council of the United States
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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.
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