Event Description
Join us for an engaging and impactful HYBRID gathering of state and local government affairs professionals at the 2025 State of the States— an event designed for state lobbyists, advocates, and policy strategists working across the country at the state and municipal levels. This convening will offer a unique space to explore the most pressing policy challenges facing states and communities, strengthen professional networks, and sharpen the skills and strategies that define effective state-level advocacy. Over the course of the event, attendees will hear from leading voices in state government, policy, advocacy, and corporate public affairs. Sessions will include panel discussions, interactive workshops and peer-led round tables. Topics will include an election update, navigating stakeholder groups/building effective coalitions, and honing your elevator pitch to elected. In addition a to substantive policy dialogue, State of the States emphasizes community-building and peer learning. Attendees will have ample opportunities to network with colleagues from across industries and geographies, share best practices, and build relationships that extend beyond the halls of their state capitols. Whether you’re an experience lobbyist, part of a corporate or nonprofit government affairs team, or new to the profession, this event is designed to provide value at every level. Election Update Timely, state-level political insights to inform your advocacy and strategic planning. Featuring: - Abby Turner, States Correspondent, National Journal Hotline
- Susan Frederick, State-Federal Affairs Counsel, National Conference of State Legislatures
Roundtable: Navigating Stakeholder Groups Learn how to identify the right partners, build trust, and maintain momentum to influence state policy outcomes.Featuring: - Kristi Reece, Public Affairs Director, DCI Group
- Jordan Sauers, Government Affairs Manager, Axon
- Margaret Durkin, Executive Director, Pennsylvania and the Mid-Atlantic Region, TechNet
Interactive Workshop: Honing Your Elevator Pitch An engaging, skills-based session on how to sharpen your pitch to a legislator, led by Lauren Tomlinson, Principal, Cornerstone Government Affairs. Registration Fees: - Members: $10
- Non-Members: $45
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a substitute, however you are responsible for the difference in fees if the individual is a non-member. The deadline to receive a refund is three (3) business days prior to the event. The request must be received in writing, prior to the deadline.
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