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Election-Proofing Your Communications Strategy

Webinar Election-Proofing Your Communications Strategy September 23, 2026 2 - 3 p.m. ET As election season intensifies, it is critical for organizations to communicate clearly, credibly and consistently with their audiences. From voter education and civic…

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Legal Seminar: Political Compliance Summit

Master lobbying & PAC compliance. Essential training for advocacy leaders. Learn state & federal regulations in DC or virtually.

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Why Managing a PAC Is Executive Training in Disguise

PAC leadership mirrors business leadership and serves as a rigorous training ground within organizations, with PAC managers often rising through the ranks into senior roles. Angel Rogers, director of political…

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Advanced GOTV Strategies: How PACs Are Driving Civic Engagement

At the National PAC Conference in March, PAC leaders shared innovative strategies companies are using to boost civic participation. From internal voter education hubs to creative employee engagement campaigns, organizations…

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Interfacing with the C-Suite for Political Engagement Efforts

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Leveraging Your Leadership for PAC Success

Virtual Workshop Leveraging Your Leadership for PAC Success October 1, 2026 1:30 p.m.−3:45 p.m. ET Leadership buy-in isn’t just helpful for PAC growth, it’s essential. In this workshop, our speakers…

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2026 Election Update

Webinar 2026 Election Update September 15, 2026 2 p.m.−3 p.m. ET With less than 60 days to go, the countdown to the 2026 Midterm Elections is on. Join an elections…

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PAC Raffles, Sweepstakes & Auctions

Webinar PAC Raffles, Sweepstakes & Auctions August 18, 2026 2 p.m.−3 p.m. ET Answer your legal questions surrounding raffles, sweepstakes and auctions for your PAC. These events are a fun…

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Five Takeaways from the PAC Conference

PAC professionals spent an energizing week in Tampa earlier this month at the 50th Annual National PAC Conference, sharing ideas and exploring strategies to strengthen their programs. The conference delivered…

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The Most Powerful “Unlobbyable” Positions in Washington

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Impactful PAC Content

Virtual Workshop Impactful PAC Content August 13, 2026 1:30 p.m.− 3:45 p.m. ET In a world where the average person can be bombarded with hundreds of emails a day, cutting through…

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PAC Fundraising & Advocacy Engagement Through Events

Virtual Workshop PAC Fundraising & Advocacy Engagement Through Events July 9, 2026 1:30 p.m.− 3:45 p.m. ET Events remain one of the most powerful tools to build community, raise funds…

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Proven Strategies for PAC Peer-to-Peer Campaigns

Virtual Workshop Proven Strategies for PAC Peer-to-Peer Campaigns June 17, 2026 1:30 p.m.− 3:45 p.m. ET Corporations and associations consistently rank peer-to-peer PAC solicitations among their most effective fundraising methods, according to…

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Podcasting 101

Webinar Podcasting 101 June 11, 2026 2 p.m.− 3 p.m. ET Podcasts have become one of the most popular ways for public affairs professionals to reach niche audiences, humanize complex issues and build long-term…

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Legal Seminar: Political Compliance Summit

Master lobbying & PAC compliance. Essential training for advocacy leaders. Learn state & federal regulations in DC or virtually. Ensure program success.

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Launching or Rebranding Your PAC

Virtual Workshop Launching or Rebranding Your PAC May 28, 2026 1:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. ET Whether you're starting from scratch or breathing new life into an existing political action…

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Election Year Disbursement Planning & Strategy

Virtual Workshop Election Year Disbursement Planning & Strategy April 14, 2026 1:30 p.m.− 3:45 p.m. ET Our experts will help you develop your 2026 mid-terms disbursement strategy and communicate support choices and…

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Interfacing with the C-Suite for Political Engagement Efforts

Webinar Interfacing with the C-Suite for Political Engagement Efforts April 7, 2026 2 p.m.− 3 p.m. ET Securing executive buy-in of the company’s political engagement strategy is crucial for best-in-class PAC programs. This webinar is tailored…

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PAC Solicitations Best Practices

Virtual Workshop PAC Solicitations Best Practices April 8, 2026 1:30 p.m.−3:45 p.m. ET Successful PAC solicitation relies on engaging eligible employees and members in ways that motivate participation while reinforcing…

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Complying with the LDA

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The Buzz: Shaping Policy Is Not an Either/Or Proposition

An upcoming study in the scholarly journal Political Science & Politics examines how politically active organizations tend to “focus exclusively on either lobbying or making campaign contributions,” and what the…

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Insights & Trends from 2025 PAC Benchmarking Reports

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Responding to Social or Political Issues

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Building Coalitions Tip Sheet

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2025 Salary Surveys

2025 Salary Surveys The reports provide comprehensive data that can be used to benchmark salaries in grassroots advocacy, PAC management and government relations. The surveys report on the average and…

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Tips from the Experts: Communicating Government Relations Value and Internal Controls for PAC Compliance

Gain insights into valuing government relations & streamlining PAC management. Explore best practices for communicating gov't relations' value & ensuring financial compliance.

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PAC Audits

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Member Spotlight on … Shari Dexter

Launching PACs and shaping policy: Explore the career of a public affairs expert, starting with a student-led PAC and leading to impactful work in healthcare advocacy.

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Perfecting the PAC Pitch

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LD2’s and LD203’s

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Member Spotlight on … Cody Lyon

Farm Bureau veteran on advocacy: Political shifts, EU comparisons, & building trust. Plus, family life and lessons from a farming background.

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From Grassroots to Leadership: Award-Winning PACs Lead the Way

Community pharmacies & corporate advocacy: Discover winning PAC tactics from NCPA & TriNet. See how they boosted engagement and impact.

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Insights & Trends from 2025 PAC Benchmarking Reports

Webinar Insights & Trends from 2025 PAC Benchmarking Reports October 21, 2025 2 p.m.−3 p.m. ET Get the data you need to power your PAC programs. The Public Affairs Council’s…

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Communicating the PAC to Changing Workforces

Virtual Workshop Communicating the PAC to Changing Workforces November 18, 2025 1:30 p.m.− 3:45 p.m. ET Professional culture and work structures have rapidly evolved over the past few years, and…

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PAC Charitable Match Programs

Virtual Workshop PAC Charitable Match Programs September 30, 2025 1:30 p.m.−3:45 p.m. ET PAC match programs are consistently ranked among the most effective tools to grow a PAC program. A…

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PAC Education & Fundraising

Virtual Workshop PAC Education & Fundraising August 12, 2025 9 a.m.−12 p.m. ET To raise money for the PAC, you need to first raise awareness by offering your eligible class…

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PAC Management Boot Camp

Virtual Workshop PAC Management Boot Camp July 9, 2025 1:30 p.m.− 4:30 p.m. ET Consider this your PAC management crash course. We will cover all the major elements of PAC…

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Managing & Growing Your Political Affairs Function

Virtual Workshop Managing & Growing Your Political Affairs Function June 4, 2025 1:30 p.m.−3:30 p.m. ET PAC, grassroots, direct giving, GOTV and civic engagement are just a few of the activities…

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Compliance Webinar: PAC Audits

Off-election years present the perfect opportunity to conduct a compliance audit of your PAC activities. Hear from an election law expert on how to manage a PAC audit. This important…

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Perfecting the PAC Pitch

Whether you find yourself in a meeting with all PAC eligibles, presenting to leadership or training PAC champions, you will need a well-rounded PAC pitch. This webinar will cover ways…

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Data Management for PACs

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LDA vs. IRC Filing Methods

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Pulse Survey Findings: Public Opinions on Trust, Disinformation, Regulation, Campaign Finance & Lobbying

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Optimizing PAC Boards & Governance

PACs remain the most popular form of campaign finance because they are transparent and decisions are made according to strong governance structures, including diverse boards, strict bylaws and comprehensive giving…

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Data Management for PACs

Webinar Data Management for PACs January 22, 2025 2 p.m.− 3 p.m. ET Your PAC communications and other activities are only as strong as your data. Creating and maintaining a…

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Pulse Survey Findings – Public Opinions on Trust, Disinformation, Regulation, Campaign Finance & Lobbying

Webinar Pulse Survey Findings: Public Opinions on Trust, Disinformation, Regulation, Campaign Finance & Lobbying December 10, 2024 11 a.m.−12 p.m. ET The Council’s 2024 Public Affairs Pulse survey, a national…

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National PAC Conference -Ambassador-Resources

February 23 – 26, 2025 | JW Marriott, Austin, TX. Ambassador Resources Event Background Thank you for your support as we plan and execute the National PAC Conference. You make…

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Political Involvement Strategies Report

Political Involvement Strategies Report Executive insights on the tactics and issues driving political engagement. This report details the findings of a Public Affairs Council survey of corporations and associations benchmarking…

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Direct Giving Programs

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Creating an Effective Brand to Boost Your PAC and Grassroots Programs

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