203-258-7647
21 Oak ST, Hartford, CT, 06106,
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John is a former state representative having served 13 years from Stratford's 120th district. Past leadership appointments include Deputy Minority Leader at large, Caucus Chairman, Assistant Minority Leader, and Ranking Member for the Transportation Committee, Select Committee on Aging, and Veterans Affairs Committee. John also served as the mayor of Stratford for two consecutive four-year terms since 2009. Mayor Harkins led Stratford with a steady hand. By focusing on economic development, the town has grown significantly. With over 23 years of elected service and over 30 years as a small business owner John has been a strong advocate for his constituents. As a lobbyist he is now focused on client advocacy and business development on both the state and local level.
1) AAA
2) Alkermes
5) BioCT
6) Capitol Region Council of Governments
7) Conduent
8) Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo
10) CT Association for Community Transportation
11) CT Association for Healthcare at Home
12) CT Association of Public School Superintendents
13) CT Chapter, National Association of Housing & Redevelopment Officials
14) CT Family Resource Centers Alliance
15) CT Realtors
16) H&R Block
17) MetroCOG
18) Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority
19) National Council on Compensation Insurance
21) Natural Resources Defense Council
22) Probate Assembly
23) Regional Education Service Center Alliance
24) Save the Sound (Formerly CT Fund for the Environment)
25) Sunrun
26) The Workplace
28) Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
29) Vivint Solar
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John Harkins' career awards and recognitions include: "The American Legion Department of Connecticut Certificate Award as the 2009 Legislator of the Year", the 2008 Bridgeport Regional Business Council AT&T "Regional Elected Official Award", the 2004 Walter Wright "Community Spirit Award". He was State Chairman and a former Board Member of the American Legislative Exchange Council. He received the Legislator of the Year Award from ALEC in 2006. He was also the First National Chairman of the American City and County Exchange and received the "Innovative Leadership Award" from ACCE in 2016.
I have served over twenty-two years in elected office on the state and local level. I have been able to develop a vast network on both the state and local level on both sides of the aisle after serving 13 years in the statehouse and 8 years as a mayor. I have also remained active in business and with regional chambers of commerce.
John Harkins was born in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, and has been a resident of Connecticut for over 50 years. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance from The University of Tulsa in
Oklahoma in 1986. He received his SRA designation from the Appraisal Institute in 1991.
He was the owner of Harkins Appraisal Service, Inc. for over thirty years. Living in Stratford, John Harkins has served his hometown in public office since his election to the Town Council (9th District) in 1995. As Councilman, he was Chairman of the Parks and Recreation Committee. He also served as Chairman of the Roosevelt Forest Commission.
In 1996 he was elected to the Connecticut House of Representatives from the 120th District, comprising central Stratford, beginning his first of seven consecutive terms in the General Assembly in 1997. As a State Representative, his past leadership appointments include serving as the Deputy Minority Leader at Large, House Republican Caucus Chairman, Assistant Minority Leader, and Ranking Member to the Transportation Committee, Select Committee on Aging, and Veterans Affairs Committee.
Serving two four-year terms as Mayor since 2009, Mayor Harkins led Stratford with a steady hand. By focusing on economic development, the town has grown significantly. After decades of inaction, positive progress has been made on Sikorsky Airport and Main Street flooding, the sale and redevelopment of the Army Engine Plant, redevelopment of the Stratford Avenue corridor, Clean up of the Raymark Super Fund Site, and successfully accomplished getting the construction of a full interchange at Exit 33 off of I-95 which has begun in 2020.
A lifelong resident of Stratford, John Harkins has long been active in town affairs and civic groups: (Past President) Stratford Rotary Club, Bridgeport Regional Business Council, SaveStratford.org, and the Raymark Advisory Committee. He also served as co-chairman of the Bridgeport Regional Business Council's Regional Legislative Caucus both as a State Representative and as Mayor, and was past Chairman of the MetroCog. He has recently become a member of the Board of Trustees for The Milford Bank.
He has owned and operated Harkins Real Estate Services and Molter Government Affairs providing clients with lobbying and business development. He is presently affiliated with Rome, Smith, & Lutz Government Relations and is registered as a lobbyist in the State of Connecticut.
860-229-0301
One Liberty Square, Suite 201, New Britain, CT, 06501,
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2) Altria Client Services LLC and its Affiliates
4) Community Health Resources, Inc.
5) Community Mental Health Affiliates, Inc.
6) Connecticut Children's Medical Center
7) Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc.
8) Connecticut RISE Network, Inc.
10) CT Coalition of Taft Hartley Health Funds
11) EmblemHealth
Stephen R. Kinney , a partner in the firm, joined Gaffney, Bennett and Associates in 1985. A longtime political advisor to Democratic U.S. Senator Christopher J. Dodd, Steve played a pivotal role in Dodd's last four successful re-election bids and in his presidential campaign. Previously, he served as a member of Dodd's staff and acted as a liaison to the Connecticut General Assembly.
On the state level, Steve first earned his political stripes under former Democratic House Speakers Ernest Abate and Irving Stolberg. During their leadership tenures, Steve was principally responsible for coordinating the movement of legislative business on the House floor.
Over the past 30-plus years, Steve's coalition building skills, his knowledge of the legislative process, and his political "sixth sense" have become invaluable assets to the firm. His extensive government relations and political experience are highly regarded by lawmakers and other key decision makers in both Hartford and Washington, D.C. His counsel and expertise are regularly sought on a wide variety of subjects, including: health care, human services, general law, telecommunications, state regulatory and municipal issues, and budget and tax matters.
(860) 548-2681
100 Pearl St., PO Box 231277, Hartford, CT, 06123,
Nothing in government happens by accident. To deal with government successfully, creative and effective representation is needed. We are an aggressive lobbying group that anticipates problems and develops strategies to achieve our clients' objectives. Whether our representation is to pass legislation or stop legislation, prevent a crisis or respond to a crisis, we have the ability and experience to achieve our clients' goals and objectives. Our success is in our proven track record. We are a strong bipartisan team that is one of Connecticut's most highly respected government relations practice groups and are recognized for effective and articulate promotion of the interests of our clients.
Firm Specialties:
Unlike most Connecticut lobbying firms, we unite the legal, lobbying and public affairs disciplines through unique experience and intimate familiarity with the legislative and lawmaking process of the State of Connecticut. It is an asset that separates the Firm from its competitors. Few, if any, public affairs corporations offer our capability and professionalism.
We also provide legislative monitoring and personal tracking of legislative issues and proposals, and employ specially-trained staff for the purposes of following pending bills, legislative hearings, committee meetings, amendments and other items of interest.
FOCUS Government Affairs @ UKS is a full service government relations firm that draws upon the knowledge and experience of attorneys, former executive branch officials, and specialists whose collective expertise is made available to all our governmental affairs clients. This team-based approach ensures that the proper resources are determined and committed, so that our government affairs clients receive the most efficient, cost-effective professional services possible.
We provide a broad spectrum of legislative, regulatory, administrative and executive lobbying and consulting services to a wide range of clients. Because we have over 60 years of experience working with and within government, we are experts on the legislative process and can skillfully negotiate with staff and elected officials. In addition, our strong relationships with federal, state and local elected officials allow us to effectively assist our clients in their dealings with all levels of government.
FOCUS Government Affairs has strategic relationship with Connecticut-based law firm Updike, Kelly & Spellacy, PC that allow us to provide an additional level of service including legal advice, counsel, and legal assistance to corporate, institutional, municipal, and individual clients.
1) American International Group, Inc.
3) Associated Builders & Contractors, Inc.
4) AXS
6) Connecticut Association of Pawnbrokers
7) Connecticut Association of Realtors, Inc.
8) Connecticut Police & Fire Union
9) Connecticut State Firefighters Association
10) Connecticut State Society of Anesthesiologists
11) Connecticut Tourism Coalition
12) Connecticut Votes for Animals
13) Consumer Healthcare Products Association
14) Cordata Healthcare Innovations Inc.
16) CT Attorneys Title Insurance Co.
18) Encompass Health
20) Flock Safety
21) Hartford County Medical Association
23) Liberty Bank
24) Lincoln Technical Institute
25) NEAM
26) New Haven Center for Performing Arts
27) North Highland Company, LLC
28) Northwest CT Public Safety Communication Center, Inc.
29) Pattern Energy
30) Porter & Chester Institute
31) Post University
32) Ryan, LLC
34) The Personal Care Products Council
35) Uniformed Professional Fire Fighters
JAMES S. PAOLINO, ESQ. began his career working in municipal government before working for several years at the state level with both the Executive Branch and the Connecticut General Assembly. Attorney Paolino has worked as the Director of State Lobbying for the Connecticut Hospital Association, one of Connecticut's largest healthcare provider associations. As Director of State Lobbying, Attorney Paolino gained extensive experience in handling complex issues including Medicaid reimbursement, workforce and employment legislation, tax issues, patient safety programs, as well as a wide variety of other issues related to healthcare, technology, the environment, and business.
Attorney Paolino brings a great deal of knowledge and experience to the FOCUS Government Affairs team. Having worked at the municipal and state levels as well as the private sector, Attorney Paolino adds a deep level of understanding of government and the legislative process as well as commitment to achieving positive results for his clients. This background gives Attorney Paolino a wide range of personal contacts and relationships in both government and the private sector, which are then utilized to provide positive results for clients. Attorney Paolino combines his background and personal contacts with his legal skills to provide a comprehensive bipartisan approach to challenging issues for his clients.
Attorney Paolino is very active in his community where he currently serves as Chairman of his town's Sewer and Water Commission. He also serves as the Chief Financial Officer and on the Board of Directors of his local branch of the Lion's Club International. Attorney Paolino is also an adjunct professor, teaching Western Civilization, World Civilizations and U.S. History.
917 Bridgeport Avenue, Shelton, CT, 06484,
203-240-3715
31 Old Farm Hill Road, Newtown, CT, 06470,
513-977-8640
255 E. 5th St., Suite 1900, Cincinnati, OH, 45202,
5) Butler Technology and Career Development Schools
7) Cincinnati Arts Association
9) Cincinnati Blue Line Foundation
11) Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
12) CincyTech
15) City of Milford
16) City of Monroe
20) Clifton Cultural Arts Center
21) Cordata Health
23) Energy Alliances
25) Fifth Third Bank
27) Hamilton County Municipal League
28) Heath City School District
29) Hispanic Chamber Cincinnati USA
30) Jewish Federation of Cincinnati
31) Montgomery Community Improvement Corporation
33) Ohio Community Associations Institute (CAI)
34) Ohio Kentucky Indiana Regional Council of Governments
35) Playing Card Partners, LLC
39) Sharonville Convention Center
40) State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company
41) Sycamore Township Board of Trustees
45) Union Township (Clermont County)
46) United Way of Greater Cincinnati
47) Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio
48) Village of Lincoln Heights
(916) 441-0597
1201 K STREET, SUITE 1850, SACRAMENTO, CA, 95814,
2) AMERICAN PROMOTIONAL EVENTS, INC.
10) BURRTEC WASTE & RECYCLING SERVICES
11) CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF DUI TREATMENT PROGRAMS
12) CALIFORNIA CITY MANAGEMENT FOUNDATION
13) CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY
14) CALIFORNIA PRODUCER-HANDLER ASSOCIATION
15) CARSON; CITY OF
17) CHINO; CITY OF
25) FOLSOM; CITY OF
26) FONTANA; CITY OF
28) GATEWAY WATER MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY
35) KERMAN; CITY OF
41) LOMITA; CITY OF
42) LONG BEACH PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION COMPANY (LONG BEACH TRANSIT)
45) MOSH-1
46) NORWALK; CITY OF
47) ORANGE COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
48) PACIFIC EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
53) REDDING; CITY OF
55) SAN GABRIEL VALLEY WATER ASSOCIATION
58) SILICON VALLEY CLEAN WATER
60) SOUTH COAST AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT
65) TWENTY-NINE PALMS BAND OF MISSION INDIANS
68) VALLEJO FLOOD AND WASTEWATER DISTRICT
69) VALLEJO; CITY OF
74) YUCAIPA; CITY OF
(916) 441-0597
1201 K STREET, SUITE 1850, SACRAMENTO, CA, 95814,
2) AMERICAN PROMOTIONAL EVENTS, INC.
10) BURRTEC WASTE & RECYCLING SERVICES
11) CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF DUI TREATMENT PROGRAMS
12) CALIFORNIA CITY MANAGEMENT FOUNDATION
13) CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY
14) CALIFORNIA PRODUCER-HANDLER ASSOCIATION
15) CARSON; CITY OF
17) CHINO; CITY OF
25) FOLSOM; CITY OF
26) FONTANA; CITY OF
28) GATEWAY WATER MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY
35) KERMAN; CITY OF
41) LOMITA; CITY OF
42) LONG BEACH PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION COMPANY (LONG BEACH TRANSIT)
45) MOSH-1
46) NORWALK; CITY OF
47) ORANGE COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
48) PACIFIC EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
53) REDDING; CITY OF
55) SAN GABRIEL VALLEY WATER ASSOCIATION
58) SILICON VALLEY CLEAN WATER
60) SOUTH COAST AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT
65) TWENTY-NINE PALMS BAND OF MISSION INDIANS
68) VALLEJO FLOOD AND WASTEWATER DISTRICT
69) VALLEJO; CITY OF
74) YUCAIPA; CITY OF
(916) 441-0597
1201 K STREET, SUITE 1850, Sacramento, CA, 95814,
2) AMERICAN PROMOTIONAL EVENTS, INC.
10) BURRTEC WASTE & RECYCLING SERVICES
11) CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF DUI TREATMENT PROGRAMS
12) CALIFORNIA CITY MANAGEMENT FOUNDATION
13) CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY
14) CALIFORNIA PRODUCER-HANDLER ASSOCIATION
15) CARSON; CITY OF
17) CHINO; CITY OF
25) FOLSOM; CITY OF
26) FONTANA; CITY OF
28) GATEWAY WATER MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY
35) KERMAN; CITY OF
41) LOMITA; CITY OF
42) LONG BEACH PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION COMPANY (LONG BEACH TRANSIT)
45) MOSH-1
46) NORWALK; CITY OF
47) ORANGE COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
48) PACIFIC EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
53) REDDING; CITY OF
55) SAN GABRIEL VALLEY WATER ASSOCIATION
58) SILICON VALLEY CLEAN WATER
60) SOUTH COAST AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT
65) TWENTY-NINE PALMS BAND OF MISSION INDIANS
68) VALLEJO FLOOD AND WASTEWATER DISTRICT
69) VALLEJO; CITY OF
74) YUCAIPA; CITY OF
860-247-4322
227 Lawrence Street, Suite One, Hartford, CT, 06106,
1) American Assoc. University Professors
2) American Civil Liberties Union of Connecticut
4) Capitol Region Education Council
5) Connecticut Against Gun Violence
7) Connecticut Athletic Trainers' Association
11) CTAAP
8037540153
P. O. Box 2500, Blythewood, SC, 29016,
(614) 628-6880
191 West Nationwide Boulevard, Suite 300, Columbus, OH, 43215,
2) Butler Technology and Career Development Schools
3) Cincinnati Blue Line Foundation
11) Clifton Cultural Arts Center
13) Energy Alliances
14) Hamilton County Municipal League
15) Jewish Federation of Cincinnati
16) Montgomery Community Improvement Corporation
17) Ohio Community Associations Institute (CAI)
18) Ohio Kentucky Indiana Regional Council of Governments
20) State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company
21) Sycamore Township Board of Trustees
23) Union Township (Clermont County)
8036913607
PO Box 2500, Blythewood, SC, 29706,
21 Oak St, Suite 207, Hartford, CT, 06106,
1) AAA
3) Alkermes
6) BioCT
8) Capitol Region Council of Governments
9) Conduent
11) CT Association for Community Transportation
12) CT Association for Healthcare at Home
13) CT Association of Public School Superintendents
14) CT Chapter, National Association of Housing & Redevelopment Officials
15) CT Family Resource Centers Alliance
16) CT Realtors
17) H&R Block
18) Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority
19) National Council on Compensation Insurance
21) Natural Resources Defense Council
23) Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council
24) Probate Assembly
25) Regional Education Service Center Alliance
26) Save the Sound (Formerly CT Fund for the Environment)
27) Sunrun
28) The Workplace
31) Vivint Solar
32) Youth Villages
