In this episode host Crislyn Lumia, SGAC's Senior Director of Education & Training, sits down with National Summit Chair Sharon Sykes and our National Summit closing keynote speaker, Brody Mullins, for an exciting preview of SGAC's 2025 Nat...

In this episode, host Crislyn Lumia sits down with two powerhouse leaders in state government relations: Jody Thomas, Executive Director of the National Foundation for Women Legislators (NFWL), and Meredith Martino, Executive Director of Women ...

In this episode, host Crislyn Lumia moderates an engaging discussion with John A. Heath and Marvin Yates, two influential figures in government relations and long-time members of the National Black Professional Lobbyists Association (NBPLA). Th...

In this episode, we hear from many insightful contributors who shared their valuable career advice with us at the 2024 Leaders' Policy Conference. Whether you're entering the field or just starting out, these words of wisdom are sure to resonat...

In this episode, SGAC's Executive Director, Beth Loudy, sits down with Johnathan Lozier, Senior Vice President & Principal, Jen Ustynoski, Senior Political Director, and Ethan Wilson, Vice President of State Issues, all of whom now work for...

In this episode, Zeny Agullana (LPC Planning Committee Chair), Eric Schuller (LPC Public Sector Committee Chair), and Kristen Casimir (YPC Committee Chair) discuss the upcoming Leaders' Policy Conference (LPC) in Colorado Springs with Crislyn L...

In this episode, SGAC Executive Director Beth Loudy hosts an engaging conversation with Jean Cantrell from State and Federal Communications, Inc. and Dan Felton from AMERIPEN. Jean and Dan share their unique experiences with the Commiss...

SGR Lessons Learned: One Stop ShopsIn this episode, we chat with Jenn Stowe of The Carpet and Rug Institute, who shares her experiences and insights on running a one-person shop. Jenn discusses her professional aspirations, motivations,...

SGR Lessons Learned: Next Generation Lobbyists & LegislatorsIn this episode, Crislyn Lumia kicks off an engaging discussion moderated by Matthew Mastroberti from National Beer Wholesalers Association, featuring insights from Senator...

Spotlight: Gary Leff - Leveraging Miles, Strategy and Arbitrage for the Very Best TravelIn this episode, Crislyn Lumia hosts Gary Leff, named a World’s Top Travel Specialist by Conde Nast Traveler and one of our 2024 National Summit Key...

SGR Lessons Learned: A Conversation with Anika and Sabina of IntuitCrislyn Lumia hosts Anika Hagenson and Sabina Nussipov from Intuit, discussing their roles in state governent affairs. Anika, who has more experience and Sabina, who is ...

Behind the Scenes: A Preview of the National SummitIn this episode, Terra McClelland (SGAC Board President 2023 - 2024), Caren Lock (2024 National Summit Chair), and Mindy Baker (2024 Communications Committee Chair) come together to dis...

SGR Lessons Learned: A Conversation with Donald and Lizzie of VolkswagenCrislyn Lumia hosts Donald Davidson and Lizzie Pittinger from Volkswagen Group of America, discussing their careers in the state government affairs field. Donald ha...