The most comprehensive program available anywhere for political action committee (PAC) professionals. It combines essential skills training with cutting-edge sessions on fundraising, political strategy, communications and compliance.
The deadline for first quarter LDA filings is April 20. Join us to ensure you’re up-to-date on lobbying and compliance rules. We’ll also cover the best methods for managing and tracking activities to avoid scrambling to gather last-minute information. This program is eligible for 1 compliance credit toward the Certificate in PAC & Grassroots Management and 1 compliance credit toward the Certificate in Public Affairs Management.
Get the data you need to power your PAC programs. The Public Affairs Council’s Corporate and Association PAC Benchmarking reports are the industry’s most comprehensive and widely used tool, compiling insights on PAC management, governance, leadership involvement, solicitation and recognition techniques, staffing and candidate support strategies. Join this webinar for a summary of best practices and trends. This program is eligible for 1 PAC credit toward the Certificate in PAC & Grassroots Management.
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 the PAC. This workshop will cover strategies for managing compliant PAC and political giving across jurisdictions and determining where to focus your corporate dollars. This program is eligible for 2 PAC specialization credits towards the Certificate in PAC & Grassroots Management and 2 Core credits towards the Certificate in Public Affairs Management.
Voter education and GOTV efforts are bedrock to PAC and grassroots programs. Learn tried-and-true strategies, successful communication methods such as social media and how organizations are elevating their GOTV strategies in 2020. This program is eligible for 1 elective credit toward the Certificate in PAC & Grassroots Management and 1 elective credit toward the Certificate in Public Affairs Management.
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 citizens’ daily lives. Our persuasive writing workshop will show you how to produce content that can increase engagement among supporters and sway undecideds. This program is eligible for 2 Elective Credits toward the Certificate in PAC & Grassroots Management and 2 Elective Credits toward the Certificate in Public Affairs Management.
Remain compliant while engaging in political involvement, PAC communications and advocacy online. Our political law and digital experts will help you understand what to do – and not to do – online, including how to navigate regulations that govern online advocacy. This program is eligible for 2 compliance credits towards the Certificate in PAC & Grassroots Management and 2 compliance credits towards the Certificate in Public Affairs Management.
Measuring your political efforts in a way that non-public-affairs functions can understand is critical to demonstrating the impact of your PAC and advancing your organization’s advocacy goals. And in an environment of increased skepticism around corporate political involvement, how you communicate with donors and eligibles is more important than ever. Learn how to tangibly demonstrate success to your internal and external stakeholders and show why a strong PAC is crucial to your organization. This program is eligible for 1 PAC credit towards the Certificate in PAC & Grassroots Management.
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 others, all the facts in the world won’t matter if the feeling isn’t right. This program is eligible for 2 elective credits towards the certificate in PAC and Grassroots Management as well as 2 elective credits towards the certificate in Public Affairs Management.
Running a successful PAC is like running a small business. Beyond day-to-day demands, PAC professionals juggle fundraising, donor outreach, communication and political strategy, and governance structures. Whether you’re a seasoned manager looking for a refresh of the fundamentals or new to the industry and seeking the lay of the land, learn the key components of successful PAC management. This program is eligible for 2 PAC credit towards the Certificate in PAC & Grassroots Management and 2 Core credits towards the Certificate in Public Affairs Management.
