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AEM’s director of public affairs knows the importance of getting in on the conversation early and thinking like a strategist, even when
you’re inclined to be tactical.
California is booming and its citizens made an impact during the midterms. USC professor and author Manuel Pastor examines the upswing and why the state is turning a deeper shade of blue.
What happens when you transition from politics to the corporate world? Learn about the big adjustments that are made from communications professionals who’ve made the leap.
Cabinet members often come from the top ranks of business. Explore the revolving door between business and politics and if the power elite is here to stay.
New Chair and Volunteer of the Year Announced. How electoral reforms have backfired, a visit with APTA’s Mantill Williams and dissecting the election results for your leadership.
The Council’s 2018-19 chair is a former journalist, a CSR leader and one of the profession’s top public affairs pros. Read about her priorities for the year ahead.
This year’s honoree leads by example as a speaker, mentor and constant Council supporter. Learn more about Jennifer.
While Americans continue to focus on Russian meddling, China’s global ambitions grow. Elizabeth Economy discusses Xi Jinping’s strategy and the impact on U.S.-China relations.
Are political primaries and ballot initiatives leading to more gerrymandering? Author Ian Shapiro discusses how political reforms may be causing more problems than they fix.
Transportation has had a moving impact on the journey of APTA’s director of advocacy communications. Plus, what he loves about living in the D.C. area.
The election results have been dissected, studied and scrutinized by scores of analysts and pundits, but how do you explain the impact on your business to leadership?
The October issue is now out! Read about who’s tuning in and who’s tuning out to Trump’s tweets and policy actions in the states.
If a U.S. president tweets in a forest and no one is around to hear him, does he make a sound?
States are getting more policy traction than the federal government, but with this shift comes another level of complexity for lobbyists.
Fundraising is challenging, and the commitment to building real relationships with donors is essential. Author Jason Lewis gives a forthright look at capital-development realities.
Pfizer’s senior director of U.S. public affairs has been a Boston Heraldeditorial writer and chief of staff to two governors. But her biggest challenge came on 9/11.
A study by political scientists at Boston University finds that for all the publicity that mayors of even big cities might receive, not very many seek higher office.
Local governments are moving toward greater transparency to encourage more citizen involvement, but who is taking advantage of these opportunities?
B2B is craving B2C, reconsidering party stereotypes, don’t “dress up” your writing and a visit with Caterpillar’s Danielle James.
From redistricting to marijuana legalization, citizen activists are eyeing the ballot more and more to take their issues directly to the people.
Our new Impact video series highlights some of the best public affairs offices in Washington. Watch how Visa uses its space to show technology in practice.
Author David Callahan explores why it’s not just corporations and the super-rich that are leading the philanthropic charge to solve social issues.
Caterpillar’s successful PAC manager discusses free trade, infrastructure spending and her role in the 2000 election recount in Florida.
A new Salesforce Research study indicates that these terms may become obsolete as business buyers increasingly crave and expect the customer experience of B2C.
A new study of the American electorate offers a counterintuitive assessment of our immediate political future and casts doubt on conventional views of both Republicans and Democrats.
Stephen King doesn’t “dress up his vocabulary” with long words because he’s ashamed of short words – and neither should you. And the annoying word of the month is …
A video how-to on prioritizing your audiences, Delhaize’s Teross Young knows local politics, the power of the op-ed, and why it’s OK not to be funny.
Stakeholders want companies to take a stand on issues. Forward-thinking organizations are developing new internal processes to respond. Read Impact.
The Washington Post’s Jeremy Gilbert breaks down how successful reporting today is about connecting different disciplines to strengthen a story, while never losing authenticity. Read Impact.
Our Woman in Havana author Vicki Huddleston discusses her time leading U.S. and Cuban Affairs, ongoing trade complexities, and a run-in with Fidel Castro. Read Impact.
What happens after you’ve identified your audience and key stakeholders? Chris Bender visualizes how to rate segments of your audience so you can prioritize who to reach, what to spend, and where to focus your outreach.
Teross Young has seen a number of mergers and changes throughout his 25 years at Delhaize America. Somehow, he’s also found time to become mayor of his hometown.
They’re cost-effective and ubiquitous across industries, and new research reveals whether they’re actually persuasive.
When building a strategic plan, the first step is creating the overarching goal. But too frequently, public affairs activities are not closely linked enough to the organization’s broader mission.
Too often, our inability to empathize with those across the aisle clouds our judgement. Read Impact.
Learn more about Angie Cooper, senior director of global public policy, at WalMart. Read Impact.
Artificial intelligence will be able to think and analyze. But it is unlikely to be wise, anytime soon. Read Impact.
These assets represent “real world clout” that public employees and labor unions “have not wielded for decades.” Read Impact.
How do you influence your stakeholders over time? Council VP Chris Bender on how to reach and communicate with your future audience.
“Belief superiority?” Researchers examine why so many who are confident in their political opinions are blinded by their bias.
Is running a government like running a business? Governors with business backgrounds share these common traits.