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Interested in learning how to get the most out of your PAC membership, or in knowing more about all the benefits of becoming a member? Whether you're currently a member…
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Interested in learning how to get the most out of your Council membership? Join us for an orientation webinar to get up to speed about all of the Council’s major services.We…
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Effective public speaking is a critical component of the public affairs professional’s skill-set. This applies even today, when public speaking is mainly restricted to online appearances. In 2 x 2-hour…
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The Covid-19 restrictions have placed a premium on an organization’s ability to use its digital communication toolkit to engage with stakeholders. Hear lessons learned, good examples of communicating, and practical…
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Designed for EU public affairs professionals, this series of 3 x 1.5-hour online workshops will focus on the practical aspects of EU decision-making, how to influence it, and what will…
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Developing an effective governance structure for your PAC is more important than ever. Engaged PAC boards comprised of individuals passionate about the PAC, strong bylaws that guide your activities as…
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Quantifying your work and getting in-house buy-in is often half of the battle for global public affairs functions.This workshop will feature two sessions focusing on the measurement challenge of global…
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Public affairs writers wear many hats: promoter, defender, explainer and more. Without consistent practice and an ever-expanding toolkit, writers may find themselves falling short in their quest to advance their…
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Ensure your global public affairs function can identify, track and manage issues in key markets. Join the Council to learn how organizations conceptualize, construct, execute and assess their issues management…
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Complying with state and federal lobbying and PAC regulations is foundational to managing a trusted and successful public affairs program. Ken Gross, one of the country’s most distinguished political law…
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A strong peer-to-peer program is one of the best ways to grow PAC receipts, recruit new members and create excitement around PAC engagement. According to the Council’s Corporate and Association…
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The Federal Election Commission requires trade association PACs to obtain prior approval from corporate members before soliciting them for PAC support, creating unique challenges in growing PAC programs. These requirements…
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Email is still one of the most effective tools for engaging employees, members, supporters and key stakeholders. However, running a successful email program requires more sophistication than ever before. Don’t…
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Complying with state and federal lobbying and PAC regulations is foundational to managing a trusted and successful public affairs program. Ken Gross, one of the country’s most distinguished political law…
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Are you tired of issue fatigue and low engagement? Join us to learn how to build a sophisticated association or corporate grassroots program that goes beyond just fly-ins and action…
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Germany have taken on the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union as of July 1st. In particularly testing times for the European Union and globally, how will…
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The more you know, the more you can control. Understanding your environment, knowing the political arena, and transforming complex data into usable messages are highly valued skills for public affairs…
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Running a successful PAC is like running a small business. Beyond day-to-day demands, PAC professionals juggle fundraising, donor outreach, communication, political strategy, and governance structures. Whether you’re a seasoned manager…
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Master the key elements of grassroots program management. This bootcamp will show you the many resources available to grassroots professionals, the tactics deployed by top programs and how to put…
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Everyone wants to be a “thought leader” — but few people and organizations succeed. That’s because real thought leaders gain credibility by lending their expertise to serve the public interest,…
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You perform what you practice. Both experienced and novice speakers need strategies and tactics to help calm their nerves and deliver the best address. When it comes to writing for…
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What perspectives are missed when public affairs teams aren’t representative of the communities in which they operate? How can organizations develop policies to foster a culture of conscious inclusion and…
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Persuasion is a must in public affairs. In order to gain supporters and impact decision-makers, an organization needs individuals that can concisely and convincingly convey how complex policy issues affect…
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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…
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Benchmarking data shows 48% of responding corporations report making state-level corporate political contributions in states where it’s permissible. PAC professionals often manage their company’s state-level corporate contributions in addition to…
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In today’s crowded advocacy space, engaging stakeholders effectively is often the difference between success and failure. Are you identifying and leveraging your relationships to their greatest potential?In this program, you’ll…
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Whether you’re using Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Snapchat or the next big thing, social media is one of the most powerful tools in your advocacy toolbox. When leveraged effectively, social…
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Whether you are tracking the effectiveness of digital ads, coordinating a multifaceted social media schedule or crafting hyper-targeted messages, building a winning digital campaign is complicated. We’ll help you make…
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With dozens of standards and reporting metrics, organizations need to determine what data they need to collect and analyze for an effective CSR strategy. Our workshop will show you how…
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There’s a policy threat on the horizon, and in order to protect your mission and bottom line, you need to ensure your internal stakeholders are prepared and understand what’s at…
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Any organization without a crisis communications strategy is planning to fail. As more companies are asked to respond to political and social issues, organizations need to understand when, where and…
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Make your function indispensable and strengthen your international presence by keeping up with trends and best practices in global public affairs management – and putting them to work. Join us…
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What happens to us and our public affairs teams when we operate with bias or a lack of inclusion, even if it’s unconscious? What perspectives do we miss? This workshop…
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Corporate political involvement continues to be in the spotlight with candidates rejecting corporate PAC contributions or outside groups highlighting corporate values and how they measure against political involvement. Join a…
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