Foundation Publications

2019 Opening Doors in Brussels: Managing Government Affairs in the EU

Opening Doors in Brussels: Managing Government Affairs in the EU, is an in-depth look at the practice of public affairs in Brussels and the EU with strategic insights and tactical information about how to successfully conduct government affairs throughout the region. It features interviews with on-the-ground professionals, case studies from a variety of companies, and analysis of the most pressing issues and topics, such as the future of Brexit, how GDPR is affecting organizations and the growth of digital advocacy.

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State of Corporate Public Affairs 2017-2018

The State of Corporate Public Affairs is the most comprehensive report available on how major corporations manage, fund, staff and evaluate their public affairs functions. It includes timely data on the strategic role of public affairs; budgets and staffing; challenges public affairs executives face; managing international public affairs programs; how public affairs works with CSR, communications and other functions; and how companies prove the bottom-line impact.

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Taking It to the Top: Engaging Corporate Leadership in Public Policy

In government relations, the gravitas and influence that a CEO, CFO or business head can bring to bear can make a tangible difference, but engaging senior leadership takes thoughtful and strategic planning. Knowing when, and when not, to involve the C-suite is critical, along with the diligent preparation needed to ensure that leadership is ready to participate at the highest level. This report, published by the Foundation for Public Affairs, looks at case studies from leading corporations that have successfully engaged leadership in public policy, often strengthening their roles as industry leaders in the process.

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Trusted Advisors: Hiring and Managing Government Affairs Consultants

Government affairs departments are often asked to do more with less, so they must work smarter. That’s why more and more executives are turning to consultants with the right knowledge and experience to get the job done. But finding the right consultant can be as difficult as finding the right internal hire. This report draws upon the expertise of dozens of government affairs executives and top-flight consultants to provide practical advice to help you collaborate effectively with your external partners.

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Measuring and Communicating the Value of Public Affairs

What are the most effective ways to demonstrate the value your public affairs function brings to your organization, and how can you ensure that senior management consistently views public affairs as a business necessity? Drawing upon the experiences of IBM, Cubist Pharmaceuticals, CH2M Hill and Mars, this brief Foundation for Public Affairs report provides guidance on how to meaningfully measure and communicate about public affairs efforts in a way that underscores the function’s vital role.

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Managing Stakeholder Engagement on a
Global Scale

This report shares strategies for fostering meaningful engagement with both internal and external stakeholders around the world. Featuring a half-dozen case studies from leading companies such as GE, Pfizer and Rio Tinto, the report demonstrates various approaches to stakeholder engagement on issues ranging from sustainability to health care. But all emphasize the importance of building and growing local relationships.

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Building and Managing a Global
Public Affairs Function

This publication offers solutions to the unique challenges that companies face when building and maintaining a global public affairs presence. Featuring more than a dozen case studies from AstraZeneca, Dow, Shell, UPS and other leading companies, the report shares a variety of strategies for making overseas operations a success — from integrating with the business side to keeping a finger on a community’s pulse via locally based cultural liaisons.

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A Shared Vision for Corporate Good: How Smart Companies Are Creating Value Through CSR and Public Affairs

This report explores the value of corporate social responsibility at a time of increasing social needs and rising public expectations for companies. Featuring case studies from Alcoa, ARAMARK, Johnson & Johnson and others, the report profiles the innovative strategies companies are using to create value for their organizations and society.

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Beyond Control: How Social Media and Mobile Communication Are Changing Public Affairs

This report, which explores the Internet’s impact on the field of public affairs, is a valuable guide for PA professionals who are either developing a social media strategy or expanding an existing one. This in-depth report features case studies from GE, Eli Lilly, Union Pacific and others; excerpts from the social media policies of Intel Corp., Ford Motor Co., Duke Energy and more; tips on pitfalls to avoid and strategies to embrace; and much more.

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2019 Opening Doors in Brussels: Managing Government Affairs in the EU

Opening Doors in Brussels: Managing Government Affairs in the EU, is an in-depth look at the practice of public affairs in Brussels and the EU with strategic insights and tactical information about how to successfully conduct government affairs throughout the region. It features interviews with on-the-ground professionals, case studies from a variety of companies, and analysis of the most pressing issues and topics, such as the future of Brexit, how GDPR is affecting organizations and the growth of digital advocacy.

Click here to download a free PDF version of the report.

Russian Renaissance? Managing Public Affairs in Today’s Russia

This report, the final installment in the Foundation for Public Affairs’ series on government relations in the BRIC countries, comes at a pivotal time for Russia. Having recently acceded to the WTO and secured PNTR status from the U.S., Russia is on course for great economic growth. But it has many ghosts from its past — including corruption, ailing infrastructure and reliance on natural resources — that it must shake in order to realize its full potential. Featuring case studies on Citi, Medtronic, Microsoft and others, the report examines the successful approaches multinationals have taken to navigate this complex environment.

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O Momento Mágico: Managing Public Affairs in Brazil 

The fourth installment in the Foundation for Public Affairs’ series on working with officials, the media, associations and others in major overseas markets, this report explores the art of navigating the world’s eighth largest economy — which is expected to rise to fifth place, overtaking both France and Britain, by 2016. The report, sponsored by PATRI, examines public and private partnerships, the use of social media, corporate citizenship programs and much more.

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Opening Doors in Brussels: Managing Government Relations in the EU 

With the entry into force of the Treaty of Lisbon, the institutions of the European Union are coming into greater focus. International public affairs practitioners need to be well-acquainted with these institutions in order to develop key relationships with European stakeholders. Based on interviews with practitioners and experts on the EU, this study is a primer for conducting effective government relations activities in Brussels.

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The Jugaad Principle: Managing Government Relations in India 

Jugaad, a Hindi term that suggests an innovative fix to a challenge, is a notion worth embracing by companies looking to do business in India. Sponsored by APCO Worldwide, this report utilizes case studies and interviews with corporate practitioners and Indian experts to provide a picture of government relations in this important emerging economy.

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Good Guanxi: Managing Government Relations in China 

In this groundbreaking report, you will find case studies and interviews with Chinese experts to provide an up-to-the-minute picture of government relations in China. The report also offers practical advice on securing meetings with government officials, overcoming intellectual property disputes and finding “win-wins” for both sides in a negotiation.

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Managing Risk: Public Affairs and Enterprise Risk Management 

As companies recover from an intense global downturn, they find themselves subjected to a host of operational, political, economic and governmental risks. In response, the discipline of enterprise risk management (ERM) attempts to aggregate the management of these risks into a single set of processes. This new study examines how public affairs practitioners can participate in and influence ERM in their companies.

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The Role of Transparency in Corporate Public Affairs 

With companies being asked — or even required — to be more open about their operations, community activities and political involvement, public affairs practitioners are struggling to identify the appropriate level of transparency for their organizations. This study, based on interviews with corporate practitioners, consultants and academics, examines how companies are adapting their public affairs strategies to account for today’s greater emphasis on transparency. The report provides case studies and guidance to help companies manage their efforts toward greater openness.

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When Disaster Strikes: A New Guide to Crisis Management

With the Internet, blogging and the 24-hour news cycle, companies must manage crises with fundamentally new stakeholders and timelines. The report provides ideas for corporate public affairs managers to prepare for a crisis by anticipating needs and potential responses, integrate public affairs strategies into their processes, understand the impact of new media and technology and rebuild reputations following a crisis.

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