Public Affairs Council

This year’s Innovation Award winners are recognized for campaigns that leveraged data to uncover and nurture overlooked relationships, built trust among business, governments and communities, and reached audiences through unconventional messengers. Read their stories: https://lnkd.in/gbMQPC-Q

As Democrats eye a slim path to House majority in 2026, these five battleground districts could decide it all. From a potential gubernatorial bid shaking up New York’s 17th to shifting Hispanic voter trends in Texas,?Inside Elections LLC‘s Nathan Gonzales breaks down the races that could make or break each party’s congressional ambitions. https://lnkd.in/eaNyeSjF

From the Council team to all the #PACConf25 attendees, speakers and sponsors – thank you so much for making this year’s program such a success! We closed out the final day hearing about the smart strategies of our Outstanding PAC Award winners, discussing how to appeal to new workforces, learning the science of disagreeing better and much more. See you in Tampa next year!

Congrats to the Certificate graduates that were honored at #PACConf25! Morgan Hendon of Trinity Industries, Inc., Shawn Danner of State Farm, Stephanie Sheridan of National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors, Kerry Donnelly of Regions Bank, Candice Garman of Albertsons Companies, Nicole Beale of Salt River Project, Wendy Feik Pinkerton of Zoetis, Lauren Alejandro of Caterpillar Inc. and Ashley Fox of AmeriHealth Caritas.

Congratulations again to our 2025 Outstanding PAC Award recipients: the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) and TriNet. Their innovative campaigns sought to simplify peer-to-peer fundraising, increasing engagement from their eligible class and giving independent pharmacists a stronger voice in the fight for their survival, and take a top-down approach focused on leadership buy-in for PAC success, increasing PAC awareness within the company and redefining its role within the company culture. Want to learn more about their winning programs? Read on to dig into the campaigns #PACConf25: https://lnkd.in/ezbenRKN

We know our notebooks are filled with pages and pages of new ideas after another terrific day of learning, networking and sunshine at #PACConf25. We shared insights with peers, honored certificate graduates and Outstanding PAC Awards winners, and enjoyed sessions on building resilience, risk management and much more. Looking forward to one more day of the PAC Conference in Austin!

Yesterday we closed out day two of #PACConf25! It was a busy day of learning, networking and information sharing, including a political outlook recommending an integrated approach to dealing with present times, the importance of transparency in fundraising, new media tips and much more!

?? Hogans Fellowship Applications Are Now Open! ?? Over the past few months I’ve had the privilege of working with an inspiring cohort of #HogansFellows —mid-career Public Affairs professionals who are not only advancing their own careers but also making a lasting impact in the field. Watching their growth has been incredible— from stepping outside their comfort zones to collaborating in new ways and strengthening their leadership skills. This year’s Fellows have: ? Attended industry-leading conferences, gaining insights from top experts ?? Been paired with incredible mentors, who have provided invaluable guidance and support ?? Engaged in leadership development opportunities, sharpening their skills and expanding their networks Each of them has brought something unique to the program, and it has been amazing to see them grow together. I couldn’t be more excited to continue building on this momentum for the next cohort! This year, we’ve enhanced the fellowship even further, increasing opportunities for collaboration and equipping future Fellows with even more tools to position themselves as thought leaders in the industry. If you’re looking to grow, connect, and take your career to the next level, now is your chance. Applications are officially open—don’t miss this opportunity to be part of something meaningful! ?? Apply today: https://lnkd.in/g4cJkxXd #HogansFellowship #PublicAffairs #LeadershipDevelopment #ProfessionalDevelopment #Mentorship #CareerGrowth #PublicAffairsCouncil

Council President Nneka Chiazor spoke to #PACConf25 attendees, telling them “It is my pleasure to serve as your president in this dynamic time to help shape our future. I’m looking to each of you to continue to inform me and my team as to what we need to do to make our collective future even brighter.”

A great start! Yesterday, #PACConf25 began in Austin – we’re looking forward to three more days of idea sharing, skill building and networking with the biggest PAC community gathering in the country.