September 1, 2021
1 - 4:15 p.m. ET
Virtual
Have you ever wondered how other organizations structure their GR program and spending? Curious if your team is set up for maximum success? These are important questions as 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 simply want to know how your department benchmarks against other best–in-class organizations, this workshop is for you. We will walk you through structures of top industry programs and key components for maximizing success.
Featured Topic & Speakers
As the old saying goes: measure twice, cut once. This workshop will provide benchmarks and strategies to help maximize your team’s structure and budget process. This workshop will help you assess your budget need accurately and provide strategies for getting internal decision makers on board with your team’s needs by:
- Outline industry standards based on the Public Affairs Council’s Government Relations Structure & Salary and State of Corporate Public Affairs reports
- Share case studies from successful small and large corporations and associations
- Provide planning and measurement tools to set your program up for success
- Share keys for determining when to hire consultants and when to hire full-time employees
- Review effective leadership and management tools so you can maximize your team’s performance and growth
- Provide keys for assessing if your department is on par with current diversity and inclusion practices
Chris Lepore
VP, US State Government Affairs &
Global Civil Justice Reform Initiatives
Johnson & Johnson
Deirdre Manna
Senior Vice President, Head of Government & Industry Affairs
Zurich North America
Kelly Memphis
Senior Manager, Government Relations &
Stakeholder Engagement Practice
Public Affairs Council
@kelly_memphis @PACouncil
Douglas G. Pinkham
President
Public Affairs Council
@PACouncil
Barrett Stork
Director, Government & Regulatory Affairs
Cox Communications Inc.
@barrettstork1
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.
Agenda
1 p.m. Introductions
1:10 p.m. Overview of Benchmarking & Trends- what are other organizations doing?
In this session we 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 reports
- Walk through case studies from small and large corporations and associations
- Provide insight on current diversity and inclusion practices
Kelly Memphis
Senior Manager, Government Relations &
Stakeholder Engagement Practice
Public Affairs Council
@kelly_memphis @PACouncil
Douglas G. Pinkham
President
Public Affairs Council
@PACouncil
1:50 p.m. Break
2 p.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
Chris Lepore
VP, US State Government Affairs &
Global Civil Justice Reform Initiatives
Johnson & Johnson
Deirdre Manna
Senior Vice President, Head of Government & Industry Affairs
Zurich North America
Barrett Stork
Director, Government & Regulatory Affairs
Cox Communications Inc.
@barrettstork1
3:15 p.m. Break
3:30 p.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
Chris Lepore
VP, US State Government Affairs &
Global Civil Justice Reform Initiatives
Johnson & Johnson
Barrett Stork
Director, Government & Regulatory Affairs
Cox Communications Inc.
@barrettstork1
4:15p.m. Adjourn
Event Location
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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]
Register
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- 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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