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Virtual Workshop: Best Practices in Government Relations Organization & Budgeting

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September 2, 2020
1 - 4:15 p.m. ET
Washington, DC or Virtual

Have you ever wondered how other organizations structure their GR program and spending? Or if your team is set up for impact? These are important questions — your capacity for success is determined by the strength of your infrastructure. Whether you are just starting a government relations program, growing your team or benchmarking your department against other best –in-class organizations, this workshop is for you. We will walk you through top industry programs and key components for maximizing success.

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Featured Topic & Speakers

As the old saying goes: measure twice, cut once. This workshop will provide benchmarks and strategies to improve your team’s structure and budget process.

Our experts will:

  • Outline industry standards by reviewing and analyzing relevant results from the Public Affairs Council’s Government Relations Structure and Salary and State of Corporate Public Affairs reports
  • Walk through case studies from small and large corporations and associations
  • Provide planning and measurement tools to set your program up for success
  • Help you assess your budget needs accurately
  • Provide strategies for getting internal decision makers on board with your team’s needs
  • Share keys for determining when to hire consultants versus full-time employees
  • Review effective leadership and management tools
  • Provide insight on current diversity and inclusion practices

 

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Doug Pinkham
President
Public Affairs Council

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Bryan Zumwalt
Executive Vice President of Public Affairs
Consumer Brands Association

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This program is eligible for 2 Grassroots specialization credits towards the Certificate in PAC & Grassroots Management, 3 Specialization credits toward the Certificate in Government Relations and Lobbying and 2 Core credits towards the Certificate in Public Affairs Management. As a CAE Approved Provider educational program related to the CAE exam content outline, this program may be applied for 3 credits toward your CAE application or renewal professional development requirements.

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Agenda

1:00p.m.     Introductions

1:10p.m.      Overview of Benchmarking & Trends- what are other organizations doing?

  • Outline industry standards by reviewing and analyzing relevant results from the Public Affairs Council’s Government Relations Structure and Salary and State of Corporate Public reports
  • Walk through case studies from small and large corporations and associations
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Kelly Memphis
Manager of Government Relations and Stakeholder Engagement Practice
Public Affairs Council

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Doug Pinkham
President
Public Affairs Council

2:00p.m.     Break

2:15p.m.        Strategies for Internal Management- how can you set up your structure and team for success?

In this session we will:

  • Provide planning and measurement tools to set your program up for success
  • Help you assess your budget needs accurately
  • Review effective leadership and management tools
  • Provide strategies for getting internal decision makers on board with your team’s needs
  • Provide insight on current diversity and inclusion practices
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Courtney Geduldig
Chief Public and Government Affairs Officer
S&P Global

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Chris Massey
Chief Policy Officer
Chime

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Chris Lepore
Vice President, U.S. State Government Affairs
Johnson & Johnson

3:30p.m.      Break

3:40p.m.      Strategies for External Management- how can your department accomplish its goals?

In this session we will:

  • Share keys for determining when to hire consultants versus full-time employees
  • Review best practices for managing external stakeholders
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Brian Zumwalt
Executive Vice President of Public Affairs
Consumer Brands Association

4:15p.m.     Adjourn

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*Participants joining the program virtually will receive an email one week beforehand with instructions for logging on to our web-based platform. On the platform, they will be able to listen and participate through any computer or internet-enabled device, see a video of the speakers, and ask questions and participate in the discussion via a chat box.[/vc_toggle]

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Register Online

  • Members: $369
  • Non-Members: $499

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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