410-336-6298
225 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD, 21401,
Subjects: All Subjects, Agencies/Regulations, Alcohol, Appropriations/Budgets, Business/Commerce, Cannabis/Drug Legalization, Children/Family/Women, City/County Government, Corrections/Criminal Justice, Education, Energy/Utilities, Environment/Recycling, Finance/Banking, Food/Restaurants, Gaming, Health Care, Housing/Real Estate/Development/Construction, Insurance, Manufacturing, Media/Entertainment, Medicare/Medicaid, Non-Profit, Pharmaceuticals, Planning/Land Use/Zoning, Privacy/Internet, Public Safety, Public Sector, Retail, RFP/Procurement, Science/Technology, Taxes, Telecommunications, Tourism/Hospitality, Transportation/Vehicles
Links:Website
Chief Operating Office and Registered Lobbyist, J.R. is an experienced business development and government affairs professional with an expertise in bringing people together in Maryland to create business opportunities and to solve political problems.
2) Access Holdings Management Company, LLC
3) Ashley, Inc.
4) Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum
5) Baltimore Animal Rescue & Care Center (BARCS)
6) Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
7) Berkshire Hathaway Energy GT&S, LLC
8) Board of County Commissioners of Allegany County, MD
9) Brewers Association of Maryland
10) Brown Advisory
11) Cable Telecommunications Association of Maryland, Delaware and D.C., Inc.
14) Carahsoft Technology Corporation
15) Catalis LLC
16) CBAC Gaming, LLC (Horseshoe Casino)
17) Celebree School
18) CGI Technologies and Solutions Inc.
19) Chesapeake Shakespeare Company
20) Children's National Health System
22) Coppin State University Development Foundation
23) Corebridge Financial Group
24) Curio Wellness
25) DentaQuest
26) Education Affiliates/Fortis College
27) Empower
28) Enterprise RAC Company of Baltimore, LLC and its Affiliates DBA Enterprise Mobility
29) Envirotest Systems Holdings Corp.
30) Fair Hill Condominium Association
33) Friends of Patapsco Valley State Park
34) Gaudenzia, Inc.
37) Humanim, Inc.
40) Maryland Automobile Dealers Association
41) Maryland Care Inc. dba Maryland Physicians Care
44) Maryland Wineries Association
45) Maximus
46) Medallia, Inc.
48) Mount Vernon Place Conservancy
49) MTX Group, Inc.
50) NaphCare Inc.
51) Nareit
53) PGA of America
54) Premium Cigar Retailers Association of Maryland
55) Prologis, Inc.
57) Roland Park Community Foundation
59) Sheppard Pratt Health Systems
60) Skyline Technology Solutions
61) Spotless Brands
62) Technology Advancement Center
63) Terra Firma Retreat Center
65) Unrivaled Sports
68) Washington Area New Automobile Dealers Association (WANADA)
6-10 years
RWL is the go-to firm when businesses and individuals have a complex legal problem, with a team of attorneys that thrive on pursuing the most challenging cases on behalf of its clients. Our attorneys have represented scores of clients, including: major-league sports franchises; name-brand companies such as Google, Uber, Facebook and FedEx; whistleblowers in false claims cases; and millions of consumers in national class action suits.
With offices located in Baltimore, the state capital of Annapolis and the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, Rifkin Weiner Livingston LLC (RWL) provides an important link to Maryland's principal business, commercial and government centers.
John C. "JR" Reith is the Chief Operating Officer at Rifkin Weiner Livingston LLC. He also a Registered Lobbyist in the firm's extensive Government Relations and Lobbying practice. He served as Finance Director for all three of former Governor Robert L. Ehrlich, Jr.'s gubernatorial campaigns and was co-chairman of his campaign committees. Mr. Reith served on the Inaugural Committee for Governor Larry Hogan, and has been active in the National Republican Party since 1996. In 2016, Mr. Reith served as the co-chairman for the Inaugural Committee for Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh. He currently sits on the board of directors for The Canton Group, ThinkBig Networks, and on the alumni board for the Boys' Latin School of Maryland. Previously, Mr. Reith served as an advisor for Compass Marketing, Inc. and as an advisor for Brown Advisory in Baltimore. He is also a former board member of the Star-Spangled Banner Flag House and the GBMC Philanthropy Committee board of directors.
410-269-5066
225 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD, 21401,
Subjects: All Subjects, Agencies/Regulations, Alcohol, Appropriations/Budgets, Business/Commerce, Children/Family/Women, Consumer Protection, Energy/Utilities, Finance/Banking, Health Care, Housing/Real Estate/Development/Construction, Insurance, Manufacturing, Medicare/Medicaid, Pharmaceuticals, Privacy/Internet, Retail, RFP/Procurement, Science/Technology, Taxes, Telecommunications, Transportation/Vehicles
Links:LinkedIn
Camille is an attorney and Co-Chair of RWL's Government Relations Division. She is an effective advocate for a diverse group of clients with complicated and nuanced issues before legislative and procurement decision makers. Work closely with clients to develop strategy and implement both short- and long-term goals.
1) Ashley, Inc.
2) Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
3) Berkshire Hathaway Energy GT&S, LLC
4) Brewers Association of Maryland
6) Cable Telecommunications Association of Maryland, Delaware and D.C., Inc.
9) Chesapeake Shakespeare Company
10) Children's National Health System
12) Corebridge Financial Group
13) Curio Wellness
14) DentaQuest
15) Education Affiliates/Fortis College
16) Empower
17) Enterprise RAC Company of Baltimore, LLC and its Affiliates DBA Enterprise Mobility
18) Envirotest Systems Holdings Corp.
21) Gaudenzia, Inc.
24) Hims, Inc.
26) Maryland Academy of Pediatric Dentists
27) Maryland Automobile Dealers Association
28) Maryland Care Inc. dba Maryland Physicians Care
32) Maryland Wineries Association
33) Maximus
35) Nareit
37) PGA of America
38) Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA)
39) SCI Management
40) Sheppard Pratt Health Systems
41) Skyline Technology Solutions
43) Washington Area New Automobile Dealers Association (WANADA)
6-10 years
The Daily Record's Top 100 Women 2021
The Daily's Record's 2017 VIP List (Very Important Professional)
2017 Maryland Rising Star - Legislative & Governmental Affairs
2016 Maryland Rising Star - Legislative & Governmental Affairs
2015 Maryland Rising Star - Legislative & Governmental Affairs
2014 Maryland Rising Star
RWL is the go-to firm when businesses and individuals have a complex legal problem, with a team of attorneys that thrive on pursuing the most challenging cases on behalf of its clients. Our attorneys have represented scores of clients, including: major-league sports franchises; name-brand companies such as Google, Uber, Facebook and FedEx; whistleblowers in false claims cases; and millions of consumers in national class action suits.
With offices located in Baltimore, the state capital of Annapolis and the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, Rifkin Weiner Livingston LLC (RWL) provides an important link to Maryland's principal business, commercial and government centers.
410-263-7882
12 Francis Street, Annapolis, MD, 21401,
Subjects: All Subjects, Agencies/Regulations, Alcohol, Animals/Agriculture, Appropriations/Budgets, Ballot Measures/Campaign Finance/Elections, Business/Commerce, Cannabis/Drug Legalization, Children/Family/Women, City/County Government, Civil Rights, Consumer Protection, Corrections/Criminal Justice, Criminal, Education, Energy/Utilities, Environment/Recycling, Finance/Banking, Food/Restaurants, Gaming, Health Care, Housing/Real Estate/Development/Construction, Immigration, Insurance, Labor/Unions, Manufacturing, Medicare/Medicaid, Non-Profit, Pharmaceuticals, Planning/Land Use/Zoning, Privacy/Internet, Professional/Vocational Licensing, Public Safety, Public Sector, Retail, RFP/Procurement, Science/Technology, Taxes, Telecommunications, Tobacco, Tourism/Hospitality, Transportation/Vehicles
One of the premier lobbying firms in Annapolis, Manis Canning & Associates (MCA) has been representing the interests of its clients for almost 50 years, dating back to 1974. Our team collectively has more than 100 years of experience working with legislatures, executives, and regulators in local, state and federal governments.
We provide creative, proactive government affairs, public relations, business and trade association management strategies and programs to a diverse group of clients. We conduct ourselves in a bipartisan manner and pride ourselves in our ability to build and manage effective grassroots organizations and issue-based coalitions. We believe credibility is essential to maintaining our firm's good name and the good name of our clients, and preserving that commodity is of paramount importance.
2) Alkermes
4) Baltimore Cyber Range LLC dba BCR Cyber
5) Baltimore Urban Revitalization LLC
6) Baltimore Washington Rapid Rail, LLC
7) Boys & Girls Clubs of America
8) Cable Telecommunications Association of Maryland and Delaware
9) CBAC Gaming, LLC (Horseshoe Casino)
10) Chesapeake Urology Associates, LLC
11) Cigna Corporate Services, LLC
12) Compass Pathways
13) Constellation Energy Generation, LLC
14) Council for Responsible Nutrition
15) Empower
16) Entertainment Software Association
17) Holcim Participations (US) Inc.
18) Junior Achievement of Central Maryland
20) Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors of Maryland
21) Maryland Alliance for College Affordability and Equity
22) Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants
26) Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission
27) Maryland Orthopaedic Association
28) Maryland Patient Care and Access Coalition
29) Maryland Sheriffs' Association
30) Motion Picture Association, Inc.
31) National Association of Industrial and Office Properties, Maryland
32) Northeast Maglev, LLC, The
33) Northrop Grumman Corporation
34) Parsons Transportation Group Inc.
35) Pfizer Inc.
36) Prince George's County Public Schools
38) RSM US LLP
40) Synergics Wind Energy, LLC
43) Towing and Recovery Professionals of Maryland
44) Toyota Motor North America, Inc.
45) Under Armour
20+ years
Leadership Maryland Board and is a member of the class of 2019
University of Maryland Baltimore County School of Public Policy External Advisory Board
Maryland Economic Development Association Board and Co-Chair of the Public Policy Awareness Committee
Chair, Odenton Town Center Advisory Committee
With more than 20 years of government relations, management, and administration expertise, Andrea E. Mansfield brings her ability to successfully execute advocacy efforts and programs to Manis Canning. Her broad experience and involvement with the Maryland Legislature on policy, fiscal and budget matters; and her ability to work with diverse groups and build consensus on complex issues is an asset to the firm.
Andrea has extensive experience at the state and local level, having led and coordinated policy efforts for the Maryland Association of Counties (MACo) and implemented the legislative agendas of state agencies. As MACo's Legislative Director she advised, crafted, and implemented the common agendas and legislative goals of Maryland's 23 counties and Baltimore City.
In state government, she worked within three Administrations in positions of increasing responsibility, serving as legislative liaison to the Legislature for the Department of Budget and Management, and the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (DLLR); and Special Assistant, Director of Financial Aid, and Assistant Secretary of Finance Policy with the Maryland Higher Education Commission.
She has a Master of Policy Sciences from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County and a Bachelor of Arts in Government and Politics from the University of Maryland, College Park.
443-261-2285
225 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD, 21401,
Subjects: All Subjects, Agencies/Regulations, Alcohol, Animals/Agriculture, Appropriations/Budgets, Ballot Measures/Campaign Finance/Elections, Business/Commerce, Cannabis/Drug Legalization, Children/Family/Women, City/County Government, Consumer Protection, Corrections/Criminal Justice, Education, Energy/Utilities, Environment/Recycling, Finance/Banking, Food/Restaurants, Gaming, Health Care, Housing/Real Estate/Development/Construction, Insurance, Manufacturing, Medicare/Medicaid, Non-Profit, Pharmaceuticals, Planning/Land Use/Zoning, Privacy/Internet, Professional/Vocational Licensing, Public Sector, Retail, RFP/Procurement, Science/Technology, Taxes, Telecommunications, Tobacco, Tourism/Hospitality, Transportation/Vehicles
Matthew is a lobbyist who has a history of result-oriented success. He has obtained client successes through lobbying the Maryland legislature, executive branch, and agencies along with grassroots activities and engagement.
1) Access Holdings Management Company, LLC
3) Ashley, Inc.
4) Berkshire Hathaway Energy GT&S, LLC
5) Board of County Commissioners of Allegany County, MD
6) Brewers Association of Maryland
8) Cable Telecommunications Association of Maryland, Delaware and D.C., Inc.
10) Celebree School
11) CGI Technologies and Solutions Inc.
12) Chesapeake Shakespeare Company
13) Children's National Health System
15) Curio Wellness
16) Education Affiliates/Fortis College
17) Empower
18) Enterprise RAC Company of Baltimore, LLC and its Affiliates DBA Enterprise Mobility
19) Envirotest Systems Holdings Corp.
20) Fair Hill Condominium Association
23) Gaudenzia, Inc.
24) Google LLC and its Affiliates
27) Hims, Inc.
29) Humanim, Inc.
32) Maryland Academy of Pediatric Dentists
33) Maryland Automobile Dealers Association
36) Maryland Wineries Association
37) Maximus
38) Medallia, Inc.
40) Mount Vernon Place Conservancy
41) MTX Group, Inc.
42) NaphCare Inc.
43) Nareit
45) Premium Cigar Retailers Association of Maryland
46) Roland Park Community Foundation
47) Sheppard Pratt Health Systems
48) Skyline Technology Solutions
50) Technology Advancement Center
53) Washington Area New Automobile Dealers Association (WANADA)
6-10 years
RWL is the go-to firm when businesses and individuals have a complex legal problem, with a team of attorneys that thrive on pursuing the most challenging cases on behalf of its clients. Our attorneys have represented scores of clients, including: major-league sports franchises; name-brand companies such as Google, Uber, Facebook and FedEx; whistleblowers in false claims cases; and millions of consumers in national class action suits.
With offices located in Baltimore, the state capital of Annapolis and the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, Rifkin Weiner Livingston LLC (RWL) provides an important link to Maryland's principal business, commercial and government centers.
Matthew has been an advocate for over five years as a registered lobbyist in Maryland at RWL Law and has represented a variety of clients, including trade associations, businesses, non-profits and other entities on tax issues, business regulatory matters, capital budget requests and a variety of other matters. Additional experience includes managing numerous Maryland State and Local political campaigns including time at the Maryland Senate and House Democratic Caucuses and serving as a Senate staffer for the Maryland Senate Majority Leader for several years.
410-263-7882
12 Francis Street, Annapolis, MD, 21401,
Subjects: All Subjects, Agencies/Regulations, Alcohol, Animals/Agriculture, Appropriations/Budgets, Ballot Measures/Campaign Finance/Elections, Business/Commerce, Cannabis/Drug Legalization, Children/Family/Women, City/County Government, Civil Rights, Consumer Protection, Corrections/Criminal Justice, Criminal, Education, Energy/Utilities, Environment/Recycling, Finance/Banking, Food/Restaurants, Gaming, Health Care, Housing/Real Estate/Development/Construction, Immigration, Insurance, Labor/Unions, Manufacturing, Medicare/Medicaid, Non-Profit, Pharmaceuticals, Planning/Land Use/Zoning, Privacy/Internet, Professional/Vocational Licensing, Public Safety, Public Sector, Retail, RFP/Procurement, Science/Technology, Taxes, Telecommunications, Tobacco, Tourism/Hospitality, Transportation/Vehicles
One of the premier lobbying firms in Annapolis, Manis Canning & Associates (MCA) has been representing the interests of its clients for almost 50 years, dating back to 1974. Our team collectively has more than 100 years of experience working with legislatures, executives, and regulators in local, state and federal governments.
We provide creative, proactive government affairs, public relations, business and trade association management strategies and programs to a diverse group of clients. We conduct ourselves in a bipartisan manner and pride ourselves in our ability to build and manage effective grassroots organizations and issue-based coalitions. We believe credibility is essential to maintaining our firm's good name and the good name of our clients, and preserving that commodity is of paramount importance.
1) Advanced RX Management, LLC
3) Alkermes
5) Baltimore Cyber Range LLC dba BCR Cyber
7) Baltimore Urban Revitalization LLC
8) Baltimore Washington Rapid Rail, LLC
9) Boys & Girls Clubs of America
10) Cable Telecommunications Association of Maryland and Delaware
11) CBAC Gaming, LLC (Horseshoe Casino)
12) Chesapeake Urology Associates, LLC
13) Cigna Corporate Services, LLC
14) Constellation Energy Generation, LLC
15) Council for Responsible Nutrition
16) Electronic Payments Coalition
17) Empower
18) Entertainment Software Association
19) Holcim Participations (US) Inc.
20) Hub International Mid-Atlantic, Formerly Neff & Associates
21) Junior Achievement of Central Maryland
24) Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants
25) Maryland Beer Wholesalers Association, Inc.
26) Maryland Orthopaedic Association
27) Maryland Patient Care and Access Coalition
28) Maryland Transportation Policy Coalition
29) Maryland Wholesale Cannabis Trade Association
31) Motion Picture Association, Inc.
32) National Association of Industrial and Office Properties, Maryland
33) Northeast Maglev, LLC, The
34) Northrop Grumman Corporation
35) Parsons Transportation Group Inc.
36) Pfizer Inc.
37) Prince George's County Public Schools
39) RSM US LLP
40) Synergics Wind Energy, LLC
42) Toyota Motor North America, Inc.
43) Under Armour
20+ years
Nicholas G. Manis, the son of MCA co-founder George Manis and managing partner of the firm, has presided over legislative and special event successes on behalf of clients such as the Motion Picture Association of America, the Baltimore Ravens, the Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants and Pfizer.
Nick has been an accomplished lobbyist and legislative analyst for more than 25 years and has played an instrumental role in forging innovative and economically enhancing business partnerships among clients. He is proud to see MCA continuously ranked as one of the top lobbying firms in Maryland and the growth the firm has experienced during his time here. He has represented clients in matters related to sports entertainment, taxes, professional licensing, gaming, transportation, insurance, franchises, business regulation, information technology, environmental regulation, mergers and acquisitions, pharmaceuticals and healthcare.
In 1989, Nick's business bent led him to co-found Manis & Wright Realty, a premier residential and commercial realty firm that grew from modest beginnings to a successful 40 associates company that merged with the largest real estate company in Maryland.
Nick graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park in 1980. He was the captain of the varsity lacrosse team during his time at College Park.
A native of Annapolis, Nick is involved in many local business and community organizations including the Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce, the University of Maryland Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Cancer Center Board of Advisors, Annapolis Youth Lacrosse Association, and the Maryland Chamber of Commerce. He was presented the Louis L. Goldstein Award in 1998 in recognition of his efforts on behalf of the Maryland Alcohol Beverage Industry. He is married with two children.
410-263-7882
12 Francis Street, Annapolis, MD, 21401,
Subjects: All Subjects, Agencies/Regulations, Alcohol, Animals/Agriculture, Appropriations/Budgets, Ballot Measures/Campaign Finance/Elections, Business/Commerce, Cannabis/Drug Legalization, Children/Family/Women, City/County Government, Civil Rights, Consumer Protection, Corrections/Criminal Justice, Criminal, Education, Energy/Utilities, Environment/Recycling, Finance/Banking, Food/Restaurants, Gaming, Health Care, Housing/Real Estate/Development/Construction, Immigration, Insurance, Labor/Unions, Manufacturing, Medicare/Medicaid, Non-Profit, Pharmaceuticals, Planning/Land Use/Zoning, Privacy/Internet, Professional/Vocational Licensing, Public Safety, Public Sector, Retail, RFP/Procurement, Science/Technology, Taxes, Telecommunications, Tobacco, Tourism/Hospitality, Transportation/Vehicles
One of the premier lobbying firms in Annapolis, Manis Canning & Associates (MCA) has been representing the interests of its clients for almost 50 years, dating back to 1974. Our team collectively has more than 100 years of experience working with legislatures, executives, and regulators in local, state and federal governments.
We provide creative, proactive government affairs, public relations, business and trade association management strategies and programs to a diverse group of clients. We conduct ourselves in a bipartisan manner and pride ourselves in our ability to build and manage effective grassroots organizations and issue-based coalitions. We believe credibility is essential to maintaining our firm's good name and the good name of our clients, and preserving that commodity is of paramount importance.
1) Advanced RX Management, LLC
3) Alkermes
5) Baltimore Cyber Range LLC dba BCR Cyber
7) Baltimore Urban Revitalization LLC
8) Baltimore Washington Rapid Rail, LLC
9) Boys & Girls Clubs of America
10) Cable Telecommunications Association of Maryland and Delaware
11) CBAC Gaming, LLC (Horseshoe Casino)
12) Chesapeake Urology Associates, LLC
13) Cigna Corporate Services, LLC
14) Compass Pathways
15) Constellation Energy Generation, LLC
16) Council for Responsible Nutrition
17) Electronic Payments Coalition, Inc.
18) Empower
19) Entertainment Software Association
21) Holcim Participations (US) Inc.
22) Industrial Logistics Properties Trust
23) Johns Hopkins
25) Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors of Maryland
26) Maryland Academy of Advanced Practice Clinicians
27) Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants
28) Maryland Beer Wholesalers Association, Inc.
29) Maryland Orthopaedic Association
30) Maryland Patient Care and Access Coalition
31) Maryland Transportation Policy Coalition
32) Maryland Wholesale Cannabis Trade Association
34) Motion Picture Association, Inc.
35) National Association of Industrial and Office Properties, Maryland
36) Northeast Maglev, LLC, The
37) Northrop Grumman Corporation
38) Parsons Transportation Group Inc.
39) Pfizer Inc.
40) Prince George's County Public Schools
43) Synergics Wind Energy, LLC
45) Toyota Motor North America, Inc.
46) Under Armour
20+ years
Accomplishing goals in Annapolis depends in large measure on mutual trust and mastery of the legislative process, two attributes that John F. Favazza, Esq., has honed through his experiences in Annapolis and applies now as a member of the MCA firm.
These traits coupled with his legal training and ability to deal effectively with complicated and sometimes controversial subject matter, give added strength to the Manis Canning team in work for their wide array of clients. He has a deep understanding of the nuances and subtleties of the legislative process and state government, and advises clients on strategies to accomplish their goals.
John spent 13 years working inside the legislative process in Annapolis. He served as Counsel to the House Economic Matters Committee for four years, and then spent nine years working for the Speaker of the House, the last six as Chief of Staff. Working with the Speaker and House leadership, John gained insight into the larger strategic decisions that underpin the legislative process in Maryland. He was involved in a broad array of substantive and policy issues, but with a focus on business, environmental, gaming and tax structure issues.
John holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in History from Towson University and Villanova University respectively and a law degree from the University of Maryland. A member of the Maryland Bar, John lives in Annapolis with his wife Erin, and their three children.
410-263-7882
12 Francis Street, Annapolis, MD, 21401,
Subjects: All Subjects, Agencies/Regulations, Alcohol, Animals/Agriculture, Appropriations/Budgets, Ballot Measures/Campaign Finance/Elections, Business/Commerce, Cannabis/Drug Legalization, Children/Family/Women, City/County Government, Civil Rights, Consumer Protection, Corrections/Criminal Justice, Criminal, Education, Energy/Utilities, Environment/Recycling, Finance/Banking, Food/Restaurants, Gaming, Health Care, Housing/Real Estate/Development/Construction, Immigration, Insurance, Labor/Unions, Manufacturing, Medicare/Medicaid, Non-Profit, Pharmaceuticals, Planning/Land Use/Zoning, Privacy/Internet, Professional/Vocational Licensing, Public Safety, Public Sector, Retail, RFP/Procurement, Science/Technology, Taxes, Telecommunications, Tobacco, Tourism/Hospitality, Transportation/Vehicles
One of the premier lobbying firms in Annapolis, Manis Canning & Associates (MCA) has been representing the interests of its clients for almost 50 years, dating back to 1974. Our team collectively has more than 100 years of experience working with legislatures, executives, and regulators in local, state and federal governments.
We provide creative, proactive government affairs, public relations, business and trade association management strategies and programs to a diverse group of clients. We conduct ourselves in a bipartisan manner and pride ourselves in our ability to build and manage effective grassroots organizations and issue-based coalitions. We believe credibility is essential to maintaining our firm's good name and the good name of our clients, and preserving that commodity is of paramount importance.
1) Advanced RX Management, LLC
3) Alkermes
5) Baltimore Cyber Range LLC dba BCR Cyber
6) Baltimore Urban Revitalization LLC
7) Baltimore Washington Rapid Rail, LLC
8) Boys & Girls Clubs of America
9) Cable Telecommunications Association of Maryland and Delaware
10) CBAC Gaming, LLC (Horseshoe Casino)
11) Chesapeake Urology Associates, LLC
12) Cigna Corporate Services, LLC
13) Compass Pathways
14) Constellation Energy Generation, LLC
15) Council for Responsible Nutrition
16) Empower
17) Entertainment Software Association
19) Holcim Participations (US) Inc.
20) Industrial Logistics Properties Trust
21) Johns Hopkins
24) Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants
25) Maryland Beer Wholesalers Association, Inc.
26) Maryland Orthopaedic Association
27) Maryland Patient Care and Access Coalition
28) Maryland Wholesale Cannabis Trade Association
29) Motion Picture Association, Inc.
30) National Association of Industrial and Office Properties, Maryland
31) Northeast Maglev, LLC, The
32) Northrop Grumman Corporation
33) Parsons Transportation Group Inc.
34) Pfizer Inc.
35) Prince George's County Public Schools
38) Synergics Wind Energy, LLC
40) Toyota Motor North America, Inc.
41) Under Armour
20+ years
A long-time trusted advisor to Maryland policymakers, Joseph C. Bryce, Esq., is regarded as one of Maryland's top governmental program architects and advocates. He brings his reputation for creative and insightful problem solving and ability to manage large, complex projects and issues to MCA.
Joe has the ability to handle controversial issues in a professional manner. This skill, combined with his detailed and extensive knowledge of all levels of government, has proven invaluable to our clients.
For nearly twenty years, Joe distinguished himself working at the highest levels of government. He worked with two Maryland Governors, the Maryland Senate President, and the Chancellor of the University System of Maryland. In all of these positions, Joe provided senior policy and budget advice, and implemented legislative agendas in areas such as health, K-12 and higher education, environment, gaming, tax policy, energy, and social and criminal justice.
Joe served as Governor Martin O'Malley's Senior Policy and Legislative Advisor (2007-2012); the University System of Maryland's Associate Vice Chancellor for Government Relations (2002 to 2007); Chief Legislative Officer for Governor Parris N. Glendening (1997 to 2002); and Chief of Staff to Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller, Jr. (1994 to 1997).
Joe graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park in 1989. In 1993, he graduated first in his class from Georgetown Law School. He is the recipient of numerous professional and academic recognitions and honors and currently serves on the Board of the Maryland Stadium Authority as an appointee of Governor Larry Hogan. Joe and his wife, Kristin Jones Bryce, have two adult children (Joey and Madison) and reside in Odenton.
301-503-2576
47 State Circle, Suite 202, ANNAPOLIS, MD, 21401,
Subjects: All Subjects, Agencies/Regulations, Animals/Agriculture, Appropriations/Budgets, Business/Commerce, Cannabis/Drug Legalization, Children/Family/Women, City/County Government, Civil Rights, Consumer Protection, Corrections/Criminal Justice, Criminal, Environment/Recycling, Food/Restaurants, Health Care, Housing/Real Estate/Development/Construction, Immigration, Medicare/Medicaid, Non-Profit, Planning/Land Use/Zoning, Privacy/Internet, Professional/Vocational Licensing, Public Safety, Public Sector, Retail, RFP/Procurement, Science/Technology
We are founded on principles, morals, and ethics...Unlike many traditional lobbying firms, CEO & Founder of Ashlar Government Relations, Therese McGucken Hessler, believes in the issues and clients she and the firm represents.Frustrated after seeing the holes in the system first-hand due to a lack of communication between issue-based groups and varying political parties, McGucken Hessler decided to start Ashlar Government Relations . She believes in an approach separate from party lines and is passionate in working to make the lives of others better through policy change.That's what Ashlar Government Relations is all about. For a better state of mind. We are a firm that was created for the purpose of being able to stand in the middle, to be loud, and to make sure the things that really matter don't get lost between party lines.We are more than just a government relations firm.We are the change
0-5 years
ASSOCIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS
Maryland Government Relations Association; Keep Punching Haymakers Inaugural Class 2019-2020; Maryland March for Life, Vice President; Prince George's County Healthcare Alliance, Secretary; National Trauma Education & Policy, Board Member
AWARDS
The Daily Record's 2020 Leading Women; 2019 & 2020 Public Policy Fellow, Society of San Sebastian
410-269-5066
225 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD, 21401,
I am the former chairman of the firm's government relations team and have been engaged in lobbying for more that 30 years. I previously served in local government as the Chief of Staff to then County Executive Parris Glendening who went on to become Governor. My clients range from the Maryland Association of Realtors to Federal Express to Facebook and Orsted, the offshore wind developer.
2) Berkshire Hathaway Energy GT&S, LLC
3) Cable Telecommunications Association of Maryland, Delaware and D.C., Inc.
4) Children's National Health System
5) Empower
6) Envirotest Systems Holdings Corp.
20+ years
RWL successfully worked with the Legislature and the Public Service Commission to gain approval for the largest-to-date offshore wind project in the United States.
Lead lobbyist in gaining necessary approvals for Dominion's LNG export facility in Calvert County
Represented as co-lead lobbyist for Washington Redskins in their successful move to Prince George's County
Co-lead lobbyist on successful effort for first Maryland P3 project, (Baltimore Seagirt Marine Terminal facility)
Recipient of Maryland Government Relations Association's Outstanding Colleague Award (2019)
Appointed by Governor Glendening to Celebration 2000, and was the Governor's appointee to the Commission on Lobbyists Ethics
Chief of Staff, Parris N. Glendening, County Executive of Prince George's County, Maryland (1988-1990)
People's Zoning Counsel for Prince George's County, Maryland (1985-1988)
Attorney to the Prince George's County Personnel Board (1982-1985)
First Vice Chair, Prince George's County Democratic Central Committee (1986)
Maryland state joint task force on lobbying ethics (1994)
Transition Committee of Attorney General Brian Frosh (2012)
Vice Chair, Anne Arundel County Development Corporation Board of Directors (appointed by Anne Arundel County Executive Steve Schuh and reappointed by County Executive Steuart Pittman (2016-Present)
Joel D. Rozner rejoined the firm as a Partner in 1998. Previously a partner in the firm from 1991 to 1994, Mr. Rozner focuses his expertise on government relations in Annapolis and Prince George's County and is the former chair of the firm's extensive Government Relations and Lobbying practice.
Mr. Rozner was elected three times to the Prince George's Democratic Central Committee. He served seven years as People's Zoning Counsel for Prince George's County and also as Chief of Staff for then County Executive Parris N. Glendening who was later elected Governor. Mr. Rozner was the Governor's appointee to the Commission on Lobbyist Ethics.
In his practice, Mr. Rozner has represented a wide range of clients including the Washington Redskins in their successful move to Prince George's County and also was the lead lobbyist in gaining necessary approvals for Dominion's LNG export facility in Southern Maryland, which to date is the state's largest capital project. Having participated in and managed numerous political campaigns, he is also primarily responsible for development of the firm's legislative strategy.
410-269-5066
225 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD, 21401,
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Bradley is an attorney and Co-Chair of RWL's Government Relations Division. He has advocated successfully for a diverse group of clients with complicated and nuanced issues before legislative, regulatory and procurement decision makers. Mr. Rifkin works closely with clients to develop strategic plans to meet long-term and short-term goals and he helps execute those plans through effective stakeholder networking, preparation of supplemental documentation, oral testimony on behalf of the client and high stakes negotiation.
3) Baltimore Animal Rescue & Care Center (BARCS)
4) Berkshire Hathaway Energy GT&S, LLC
5) Board of County Commissioners of Allegany County, MD
6) Brewers Association of Maryland
7) Cable Telecommunications Association of Maryland, Delaware and D.C., Inc.
10) Carahsoft Technology Corporation
11) Catalis LLC
12) CBAC Gaming, LLC (Horseshoe Casino)
13) CGI Technologies and Solutions Inc.
14) Children's National Health System
15) Coppin State University Development Foundation
16) Corebridge Financial Group
17) Curio Wellness
18) Empower
19) Enterprise RAC Company of Baltimore, LLC and its Affiliates DBA Enterprise Mobility
23) Gaudenzia, Inc.
24) Google LLC and its Affiliates
25) Light & Wonder
26) Maryland Automobile Dealers Association
27) Maryland Care Inc. dba Maryland Physicians Care
30) Maryland Wineries Association
32) NaphCare Inc.
33) PGA of America
34) Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA)
35) Prologis, Inc.
37) SCI Management
40) Terra Firma Retreat Center
41) Unrivaled Sports
42) Washington Area New Automobile Dealers Association (WANADA)
6-10 years
The Daily Record's 40 Under 40 VIP List (2021)
Maryland Rising Star - Legislative & Governmental Affairs (2021)
Maryland Rising Star - Legislative & Governmental Affairs (2020)
Maryland Matters List of "Winners" from the Legislative Session (2019)
Maryland State Baseball Coaches Association CRCBL Executive of the Year (2018)
RWL is the go-to firm for businesses and individuals with complex matters in need of resolution. With a team of attorneys that thrive on pursuing the most challenging cases, lobbying matters and procurements on behalf of its clients, our attorneys have represented scores of clients, including: major-league sports franchises; name-brand companies such as Google, Uber, Facebook and FedEx; whistleblowers in false claims cases; and millions of consumers in national class action suits.
With offices located in Baltimore, the state capital of Annapolis and the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, Rifkin Weiner Livingston LLC (RWL) provides an important link to Maryland's principal business, commercial and government centers.
Bradley Rifkin co-chairs RWL's Government Relations and Lobbying practice.
Bradley effectively advocates for a diverse group of clients with complicated and nuanced issues before the Maryland General Assembly, local county jurisdictions and state agencies. Mr. Rifkin works closely with clients to develop strategic plans to meet long-term and short-term goals and he helps execute those plans through effective stakeholder networking, preparation of supplemental documentation, oral testimony on behalf of the client and high stakes negotiation. In his practice, he has a history of delivering impactful results for clients in a fast-paced environment.
Bradley has successfully represented clients with a wide array of statutory, regulatory, funding and procurement interests in the areas of alcoholic beverage manufacturing, casino-gaming, franchise law, innovative technology, insurance, medical cannabis, non-profit organizations, satellite radio, telecommunications, and transportation.
Prior to joining the firm Bradley attended Brown University where he majored in Political Science and graduated in 2009 (with honors from that Department). He then attended the University of Maryland School of Law and graduated in 2013.
Since 2013, Bradley has served as President of the Cal Ripken Collegiate Baseball League in his spare time.
410-269-5066
225 Duke of Gloucester Street, Suite 200, Annapolis, MD, 21401,
1) Access Holdings Management Company, LLC
3) Berkshire Hathaway Energy GT&S, LLC
4) Board of County Commissioners of Allegany County, MD
6) Cable Telecommunications Association of Maryland, Delaware and D.C., Inc.
10) Empower
11) Enterprise RAC Company of Baltimore, LLC and its Affiliates DBA Enterprise Mobility
12) Fair Hill Condominium Association
14) Friends of Patapsco Valley State Park
15) Google LLC and its Affiliates
16) Hims, Inc.
20) Maryland Academy of Pediatric Dentists
25) Medallia, Inc.
26) NaphCare Inc.
27) Nareit
29) PGA of America
30) Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA)
31) Premium Cigar Retailers Association of Maryland
32) Prologis, Inc.
34) Roland Park Community Foundation
35) SCI Management
36) Sheppard Pratt Health Systems
37) Skyline Technology Solutions
38) Spotless Brands
39) Terra Firma Retreat Center
42) Washington Area New Automobile Dealers Association (WANADA)
410-269-5066
225 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD, 21401,
2) Ashley, Inc.
3) Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum
4) Baltimore Animal Rescue & Care Center (BARCS)
5) Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
6) Berkshire Hathaway Energy GT&S, LLC
7) Brewers Association of Maryland
9) Cable Telecommunications Association of Maryland, Delaware and D.C., Inc.
11) Carahsoft Technology Corporation
12) CBAC Gaming, LLC (Horseshoe Casino)
13) Chesapeake Shakespeare Company
14) Children's National Health System
16) Coppin State University Development Foundation
17) Curio Wellness
18) Education Affiliates/Fortis College
19) Empower
20) Enterprise RAC Company of Baltimore, LLC and its Affiliates DBA Enterprise Mobility
21) Envirotest Systems Holdings Corp.
22) Fair Hill Condominium Association
27) Gaudenzia, Inc.
28) Google LLC and its Affiliates
31) Humanim, Inc.
33) Light & Wonder
34) Maryland Automobile Dealers Association
37) Maximus
38) Medallia, Inc.
40) Mount Vernon Place Conservancy
41) MTX Group, Inc.
42) NaphCare Inc.
44) PGA of America
45) Premium Cigar Retailers Association of Maryland
46) SCI Management
47) Sheppard Pratt Health Systems
48) Skyline Technology Solutions
50) Technology Advancement Center
52) Washington Area New Automobile Dealers Association (WANADA)
410-263-7882
12 Francis Street, Annapolis, MD, 21401,
410-269-5066
225 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD, 21401,
2) Access Holdings Management Company, LLC
4) Ashley, Inc.
5) Baltimore Animal Rescue & Care Center (BARCS)
6) Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
7) Berkshire Hathaway Energy GT&S, LLC
8) Board of County Commissioners of Allegany County, MD
9) Brewers Association of Maryland
10) Brown Advisory
11) BSC America
12) Cable Telecommunications Association of Maryland, Delaware and D.C., Inc.
15) Carahsoft Technology Corporation
16) Catalis LLC
17) CBAC Gaming, LLC (Horseshoe Casino)
18) CGI Technologies and Solutions Inc.
19) Chesapeake Shakespeare Company
20) Children's National Health System
22) Coppin State University Development Foundation
23) Corebridge Financial Group
24) Curio Wellness
25) DentaQuest
26) Education Affiliates/Fortis College
27) Empower
28) Enterprise RAC Company of Baltimore, LLC and its Affiliates DBA Enterprise Mobility
29) Envirotest Systems Holdings Corp.
30) Fair Hill Condominium Association
32) Fidelity Information Services, LLC
34) Friends of Patapsco Valley State Park
35) Gaudenzia, Inc.
39) Hims, Inc.
40) Humanim, Inc.
43) Light & Wonder
44) Maryland Academy of Pediatric Dentists
45) Maryland Automobile Dealers Association
46) Maryland Care Inc. dba Maryland Physicians Care
50) Maryland Wineries Association
51) Maximus
52) Medallia, Inc.
53) Mount Vernon Place Conservancy
54) MTX Group, Inc.
55) NaphCare Inc.
56) Nareit
58) PGA of America
59) Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA)
60) Premium Cigar Retailers Association of Maryland
61) Prologis, Inc.
63) Rifkin Weiner Livingston LLC
65) Sheppard Pratt Health Systems
66) Skyline Technology Solutions
67) Spotless Brands
69) Technology Advancement Center
71) Unrivaled Sports
74) Washington Area New Automobile Dealers Association (WANADA)
202-899-3850
47 State Circle, Suite 300, Annapolis, MD, 21401,
2) Alibaba
3) American Diabetes Association
4) Apartment & Office Building Association
6) Biotechnology Innovation Organization
9) Empower
10) Fraport USA
11) Husch Blackwell Strategies
15) Maryland Podiatric Medical Association
16) Maryland School Psychologists' Association
17) Maryland Speech Language Hearing Association
18) Molson Coors Beverage Company USA LLC
19) Nurse Practitioner Association of Maryland, Inc.
20) Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
22) Retail Energy Advancement League (REAL) c/o MultiState Associates LLC
24) SRECTrade, An Xpansiv Company
25) Transportation Association of Maryland
26) UZURV
