Thomas J. Downey, Downey McGrath Group, Inc., 1225 I St., NW, Suite 600, Washington, DC 20005, 202-789-1110, tdowney@dmggroup.com

This presentation will focus on the methods and strategies that are successful in effectively communicating priorities and issues important to your organization to Members of Congress and congressional staff. The presentation will be given from the viewpoint of a former Member of Congress who since has had the experience to interact with Members of Congress and their staff representing various organizations on Capitol Hill.

Learning Objectives:

• Participants will learn the various methods they can use to advocate their messages to legislators and their staff, including the most effective communications tools.
• Participants will learn how to foster and maintain relationships with legislators and their staff.

Presenting author's disclosure statement:
I do not have any significant financial interest/arrangement or affiliation with any organization/institution whose products or services are being discussed in this session.