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Why You Need a Government Affairs Consultant
Today, state government plays an ever increasing role in the functioning of both non-profit and for-profit business in all sectors, from health and human services to the economy to education. Unfortunately, due to the complexity associated with the legislative and regulatory process, few people understand or have the time to make government work for them.
- Could your organization or business benefit from a change in law but lacks the knowledge or resources to make it happen?
- Are you frustrated with budget cuts and are searching for a more secure funding source?
- Would you benefit from a dedicated source of public funding?
- Do you want to know how to navigate the complex waters of politics, process, and personalities to advance your initiatives?
- Would you like to improve your communications with policy makers, the media, and the greater community?
Government Affairs Consulting and Lobbying
Charles Group Consulting can aid your organization by using its decade of creating and maintaining relationships and connections within the Massachusetts legislature to bring your organization's priorities to the forefront.
- Representing clients before policy makers and committees
- Working with legislative offices to draft and file legislation
- Analyzing and tracking legislation that impacts clients
- Preparing written documents, i.e. Fact Sheets and Talking Points
- Organizing meetings among clients and key legislators, the Governor's Office, and executive agencies
- Preparing written and oral testimony for public hearings
- Crafting messages
- Anticipating opposition
- Facilitating negotiations
- Identifying both positive and negative changes in legislative policy, giving our clients the opportunity to adjust their long-term goals to fit the dynamic qualities of the legislative system.
- Informing clients of news at the State House
- Analyzing and tracking legislation and budget items that might impact clients
Strategic Planning
In order to achieve continued success, every organization must plan for the future. CGC ensures that your organization takes full advantage of the public sector.
- Providing in-depth policy analysis, allowing you to understand the full impact of the Legislature upon your organization.
- Positioning you to take advantage of trends in government and in the marketplace
- Providing expertise on strategic planning
- Determining where your organization is and where it can go
- Assisting in drafting a strategic plan
Financial Resource Development
Achieving a diverse base of funding is essential for non-profit organizations. CGC aids in securing funds for your projects via a number of sources.
- Securing funds from appropriations in the $24 billion state budget
- Identifying and securing grants from private, public, and philanthropic sources
Government Affairs Programming
With a decade of experience, CGC has pioneered innovative government affairs programming. CGC can bring your cause directly to the State House as well as garner support from key community leaders to further your organization's goals. CGC will plan and coordinate advocacy-oriented events, including:
- Advocacy days
- Awards receptions
- Legislative receptions
- Fundraisers
Public and Community Relations
In order to advance the goals of your organization, CGC will run press campaigns when necessary and appropriate.
- Tracking press
- Writing press releases, op-eds, and letters to the editor on behalf of clients
- Preparing talking points for press conferences
Coalition Building and Community Outreach
CGC encourages organizations to work together to achieve the same goals. Coalition building allows organizations to increase the potency and reach of their message.
- Connecting clients to other organizations with similar agendas, including ethnically and religiously diverse groups, in order to create a stronger, united voice
Advocacy Training
CGC believes its clients should actively participate in their lobbying campaign, providing them with a greater understanding of the political process and building them a network of their own.
- Training
- Shadowing Sessions