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Ballard Partners launches Venezuela Working Group, Western Hemisphere Affairs Practice
2+ hour, 47+ min ago (360+ words) Ballard Partners is launching a new Western Hemisphere Affairs Practice and a dedicated Venezuela Working Group, positioning the firm to provide comprehensive strategic advocacy and advisory services throughout the hemisphere. The new practice will focus on issues spanning Latin America,…...
Donald Trump says he’s barring South Africa from next year’s G20 summit at his Doral golf course
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (427+ words) President Donald Trump said Wednesday that he is barring South Africa from participating in the Group of 20 summit next year at his'Miami-area club'and will stop all payments and subsidies to the country over its treatment of a U.S. government representative at…...
Florida citrus growers thankful this year for $30M USDA citrus buy
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (276+ words) Florida Citrus Mutual, which represents citrus growers across the state, is sharing its thanks ahead of Thanksgiving for the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) intent to purchase $30 million in fresh oranges, grapefruit and mandarins. USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins announced…...
Brad Stewart launches Foundry Public Affairs alongside other staff with ties to Brian Mast
4+ mon, 4+ week ago (320+ words) A familiar face to the Florida delegation just expanded his lobbying presence on the Hill. Brad Stewart, a former Chief of Staff for U.S. Rep. Brian Mast, this week launched Foundry Public Affairs. The new operation will focus on the legislative…...
Personnel note: Manny Orozco returns to EDGE Communications
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (193+ words) EDGE Communications is welcoming back a familiar face. The Miami-based public affairs firm has brought Manny Orozco back into the fold as Public Affairs & Communications Consultant, a role that builds on his years of experience in campaign strategy, digital communications…...
Personnel note: JMI welcomes Emma Rose Graddy as Media Relations Manager
6+ mon, 3+ day ago (200+ words) The James Madison Institute (JMI) has hired Emma Rose Graddy as its new Media Relations Manager. In her new role, Graddy leads strategic communication efforts; manages media relations; develops engaging content to elevate the Institute's mission and initiatives; and identifies…...
RSA Consulting elevates Melody Arnold to Senior Director
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (275+ words) RSA Consulting has promoted one of its lobbyists, Melody Arnold, to Senior Director of Government and Community Affairs, a recognition of Arnold's leadership, expertise and continued contributions to the firm. Arnold has worked with RSA since 2021, advancing firm priorities and…...
Personnel note: Chesapeake Utilities Corporation welcomes Arian Monzo
7+ mon, 1+ day ago (260+ words) Chesapeake Utilities Corporation has appointed'Arian Monzon'as regional government affairs manager for South Florida. Based in Doral, Monzon will focus on strengthening relationships with local officials and community leaders to support the company's strategic objectives in the region. Monzon brings more…...
Personnel note: Jay Galbraith launches Tranquility Insight
7+ mon, 2+ week ago (221+ words) Jay Galbraith is launching a new public affairs firm. Galbraith most recently served as the CEO of Bridg, supporting Osceola County's efforts to expand the semiconductor industry in Central Florida, and has a wealth of experience in government affairs, crisis…...
Central Florida Hotel and Lodging Association hires Sarah Panko as Communications Manager
7+ mon, 2+ week ago (298+ words) The Central Florida Hotel and Lodging Association (CFHLA) is hiring Sarah Panko to be its new Communications and Marketing Manager. Panko, an Emmy-nominated Orlando TV journalist, most recently worked as the Deputy Communications Director for the City of Groveland. She…...