334-244-8948
401 Adams Avenue, Suite 710, Montgomery, AL, 36104,
Subjects: All Subjects
Links:Website
ACCESS. ACCOUNTABILITY. INTEGRITY.
In the midst of an always-challenging political landscape, a growing number of Alabama business, industrial and municipal clients rely on The Bloom Group to represent their interests in vital dealings with the state's legislative and regulatory communities.
Unlike other lobbying firms that come and go, for 30 years, The Bloom Group has been a fixture in Alabama politics. Through our proven track record of success in resolving legislative issues and effectively communicating client needs and positions, we have earned a reputation as one of Alabama's premier governmental relations consultants.
Our Mission | Governmental Relations That Works
For every client and in every situation, The Bloom Group operates in pursuit of these goals:
To consistently deliver to each of our clients the highest level of governmental relations services tailored to the client's specific individual needs and based on a firm understanding of their business.
To develop and value a personal and professional relationship "based upon mutual trust and respect with clients", legislators, members of the executive branch and others with whom we deal.
To always conduct our governmental relations affairs in an ethical and honest manner.
1) 3M Company and Its Affiliates
5) Alabama Association of Conservation Districts
6) Alabama Beverage Licensees Association
7) Alabama League of Municipalities
8) American Council of Engineering Companies of Alabama (ACEC/Alabama)*
11) Capri Theatre
12) City of Wetumpka
13) Coosa Valley Medical Center
14) D. Curt Lee
17) Education Testing Service (ETS)
18) GoodRX
19) Gulf Governmental Partners
21) Jefferson County Department of Health
22) Koch Government Affairs, LLC and Affiliates
25) QuantHub LLC
26) School Superintendents of Alabama (SSA)
27) Seraaj Family Homes, Inc., The
28) Thornton Farrish Incorporated
29) TrueCare
30) Trulieve AL, Inc
20+ years
As the founding principal of The Bloom Group, Hal Bloom brings our clients more than 25 years of experience in politics, with an in-depth understanding of the legislative process as well as the inner workings of state agencies. His leadership and the qualified team he's assembled ensure that clients always get professional services that yield real results. A seasoned and respected veteran in his field, Hal was chosen as one of the top lobbyists by The Montgomery Advertiser (1999).
Key Areas of Expertise
Insider knowledge of the legislative process
Political coalition building
Public and governmental finance
Strategizing for and managing political campaigns
Key Professional Experience
Key legislative strategist, executive assistant and chief of staff to a two-term Speaker of the House
Senior governmental affairs officer, public finance officer and investment banker supervisor for major statewide bank
Investment banker for top Southeast investment firm
Key Issue Areas
Environmental, particularly solid waste disposal and clean water
Municipal bond issues
Government funding
Banking, investments and finance
Commercial leasing
Industrial relations and labor
Prevailing wage
State budget and taxation - business and municipal
Federal grants
Professional & Community Affiliations/Honors
Member, Alabama Alliance of Business and Industry
Legislative Liaison, League of Municipalities Committee on State and Federal Legislation
Chairman of Advisory Board, Baptist Medical Center-East
Former Board Member, Alabama Industry and Manufacturers Association
Former Board Member, Alabama-Guatemala Partners of the Americas
Consultant, State Tax Reform Study Commission
Who's Who in the South and Southwest
Who's Who in Executives and Professionals
Strathmore's Who's Who
Paul Harris Fellow, Rotary International
Past President, Montgomery Rotary Club
Member, President's Cabinet, The University of Alabama
Member, Board of Visitors, The University of Alabama Honors College
Chairman, Board of Directors, The University of West Alabama Foundation
Alumni Achievement Award, University of West Alabama
Member, The Society of the Golden Key, University of West Alabama
Member, Board of Trustees, University of West Alabama
Education
B.S., Business and Commerce, University of West Alabama
Registered Representative, NASD/New York Stock Exchange
Graduate, Chamber of Commerce Executive Institute, University of Georgia
ACCESS. ACCOUNTABILITY. INTEGRITY.
In the midst of an always-challenging political landscape, a growing number of Alabama business, industrial and municipal clients rely on The Bloom Group to represent their interests in vital dealings with the state's legislative and regulatory communities.
Unlike other lobbying firms that come and go, for 30 years, The Bloom Group has been a fixture in Alabama politics. Through our proven track record of success in resolving legislative issues and effectively communicating client needs and positions, we have earned a reputation as one of Alabama's premier governmental relations consultants.
Our Mission | Governmental Relations That Works
For every client and in every situation, The Bloom Group operates in pursuit of these goals:
To consistently deliver to each of our clients the highest level of governmental relations services tailored to the client's specific individual needs and based on a firm understanding of their business.
To develop and value a personal and professional relationship "based upon mutual trust and respect with clients", legislators, members of the executive branch and others with whom we deal.
To always conduct our governmental relations affairs in an ethical and honest manner.
James brings more than 35 years of juvenile justice experience and professional accomplishments to The Bloom Group, and he puts his detailed knowledge of interactions between government and the private sector to work for our clients. He was the CEO of the Alabama Department of Youth Services, and has worked as a consultant on criminal justice and business matters and as management professor at the University of Alabama graduate school.
Key Areas of Expertise
Organizational management
Governmental affairs
Health and human services
Criminal justice
Court testimony and legal proceedings
Education
Public utilities
Community relations
Key Issue Areas
State and federal funding
Licensure and regulation
Facilities planning
Health, mental health and services for youth and adolescents
Legislative affairs
Economic and business development
Professional & Community Affiliations
Advisory Board - Baptist Hospital, Montgomery
Governor's Juvenile Justice Advisory Board
Montgomery Rotary Club
Board of Directors of the Southeast YMCA
Alabama Health Insurance Plan Board
Board of Directors of the American Red Cross of Central Alabama
Senior Consultant with the American Corrections Association
Council of Juvenile Corrections Administrators
Past Vice Chair of the National Commission on Accreditation in Corrections
Past Chair of the Alabama Board of Social Work Examiners
Past President of the Alabama Conference on Social Work
Past Chair of the Alabama Conference AME Church Credit Union
Past member of the Montgomery Family Guidance Center Board
Past member of the Montgomery Group Homes for Children Board
Past member of the American Association of State Social Work Boards
Education
M.S.W., University of Alabama
B.S., Miles College
ACCESS. ACCOUNTABILITY. INTEGRITY.
In the midst of an always-challenging political landscape, a growing number of Alabama business, industrial and municipal clients rely on The Bloom Group to represent their interests in vital dealings with the state's legislative and regulatory communities.
Unlike other lobbying firms that come and go, for 30 years, The Bloom Group has been a fixture in Alabama politics. Through our proven track record of success in resolving legislative issues and effectively communicating client needs and positions, we have earned a reputation as one of Alabama's premier governmental relations consultants.
Our Mission | Governmental Relations That Works
For every client and in every situation, The Bloom Group operates in pursuit of these goals:
To consistently deliver to each of our clients the highest level of governmental relations services tailored to the client's specific individual needs and based on a firm understanding of their business.
To develop and value a personal and professional relationship "based upon mutual trust and respect with clients", legislators, members of the executive branch and others with whom we deal.
To always conduct our governmental relations affairs in an ethical and honest manner.
1) 3M Company and Its Affiliates
5) Alabama Association of Conservation Districts
6) Alabama Beverage Licensees Association
7) Alabama League of Municipalities
8) American Council of Engineering Companies of Alabama (ACEC/Alabama)*
11) Capri Theatre
12) City of Wetumpka
13) Coosa Valley Medical Center
14) D. Curt Lee
17) Education Testing Service (ETS)
18) GoodRX
19) Gulf Governmental Partners
21) Jefferson County Department of Health
22) Koch Government Affairs, LLC and Affiliates
25) QuantHub LLC
26) School Superintendents of Alabama (SSA)
27) Seraaj Family Homes, Inc., The
28) Thornton Farrish Incorporated
29) TrueCare
30) Trulieve AL, Inc
John W. Floyd offers our clients a wealth of hands-on experience gained in more than 20 years of work in local and state government, including an extensive background in community relations. He previously served as Talladega County Juvenile Court Administrator and as Director of Regional and Community Services and Legislative Liaison for the Alabama Department of Youth Services. He also served as Executive Vice President of the Sylacauga Chamber of Commerce; as Secretary/Treasurer of the Sylacauga Industrial Development Board; as Council President; and later, as Mayor of the City of Sylacauga. He currently serves as Board Chairman of the Coosa Valley Baptist Medical Center.
Key Areas of Expertise
Local and state government management
Human services expertise
Knowledge of the legislative process
Economic development experience
Organizational management
Community and governmental relations
Grant writing experience
Key Issue Areas
Community relations
Government relations
Health care
Legislative affairs
Local government planning, evaluation and financing
State government planning, evaluation and financing
Economic development programs and evaluation
Existing business and industry
State, federal and foundation grants
Industrial development financing
Commercial development
Professional & Community Affiliations
Member, The Alabama Hospital Association
Member, The Independent Automobile Dealers Association of Alabama
Former governor's appointee to the Alabama Department of Youth Services Board
Former governor's appointee to the Region Four Law Enforcement Planning Agency Board
Former member of the Alabama League of Municipalities Utilities, Commerce and Transportation Committee
Former member of the Citizens Advisory Council for the Alabama Department of Human Resources
Education
B.S., Business and Economics, University of West Alabama
Certified Public Manager Program, Auburn University at Montgomery
334-462-6063
401 Adams Avenue, Suite 710, Montgomery, AL, 36104,
Subjects: All Subjects
Links:Website
ACCESS. ACCOUNTABILITY. INTEGRITY. In the midst of an always-challenging political landscape, a growing number of Alabama business, industrial and municipal clients rely on The Bloom Group to represent their interests in vital dealings with the state's legislative and regulatory communities. Unlike other lobbying firms that come and go, for 30 years, The Bloom Group has been a fixture in Alabama politics. Through our proven track record of success in resolving legislative issues and effectively communicating client needs and positions, we have earned a reputation as one of Alabama's premier governmental relations consultants. Our Mission | Governmental Relations That WorksFor every client and in every situation, The Bloom Group operates in pursuit of these goals: To consistently deliver to each of our clients the highest level of governmental relations services tailored to the client's specific individual needs and based on a firm understanding of their business. To develop and value a personal and professional relationship "based upon mutual trust and respect with clients", legislators, members of the executive branch and others with whom we deal. To always conduct our governmental relations affairs in an ethical and honest manner.
1) 3M Company and Its Affiliates
5) Alabama Association of Conservation Districts
6) Alabama Beverage Licensees Association
7) Alabama League of Municipalities
8) American Council of Engineering Companies of Alabama (ACEC/Alabama)*
11) Capri Theatre
12) City of Wetumpka
13) Coosa Valley Medical Center
14) D. Curt Lee
17) Education Testing Service (ETS)
18) GoodRX
19) Gulf Governmental Partners
21) Jefferson County Department of Health
22) Koch Government Affairs, LLC and Affiliates
25) QuantHub LLC
26) School Superintendents of Alabama (SSA)
27) Seraaj Family Homes, Inc., The
28) Thornton Farrish Incorporated
29) TrueCare
30) Trulieve AL, Inc
0-5 years
Sara Elizabeth Burnham brings a thorough knowledge of government as well as an extensive network of contacts to The Bloom Group thanks to relationships forged and maintained over decades of living and working in Montgomery and her family's deep roots in the capital city. She also has longstanding relationships from her time working on Capitol Hill in Washington D.C.
Her years of experience working in real estate give her a broad perspective on the area's business climate and a track record of success listening to, advocating for and representing the best interests of a diverse range of clients.
Key Experience
Staff Assistant for Senator Jeff Sessions
Staff Assistant at The Dutko Group
Staff Assistant for the U.S. Senate Republican Cloakroom
Active REALTOR with Bell and Corwin, Inc.
Key Areas of Expertise
Proven networking abilities
Strong work ethic
Professional & Community Affiliations
Alabama Dance Theatre Development Committee Member
Past YMCA Britton Board of Directors Member
Family Promise Center Volunteer
Education
BA in Political Science (Minors in Public Relations and English), The University of Alabama
ACCESS. ACCOUNTABILITY. INTEGRITY.
In the midst of an always-challenging political landscape, a growing number of Alabama business, industrial and municipal clients rely on The Bloom Group to represent their interests in vital dealings with the state's legislative and regulatory communities.
Unlike other lobbying firms that come and go, for 30 years, The Bloom Group has been a fixture in Alabama politics. Through our proven track record of success in resolving legislative issues and effectively communicating client needs and positions, we have earned a reputation as one of Alabama's premier governmental relations consultants.
Our Mission | Governmental Relations That Works
For every client and in every situation, The Bloom Group operates in pursuit of these goals:
To consistently deliver to each of our clients the highest level of governmental relations services tailored to the client's specific individual needs and based on a firm understanding of their business.
To develop and value a personal and professional relationship "based upon mutual trust and respect with clients", legislators, members of the executive branch and others with whom we deal.
To always conduct our governmental relations affairs in an ethical and honest manner.
Guthrie brings decades of experience and a proven track record of lobbying for more than 30 local government entities in Jefferson County, including the county and its largest city, Birmingham, to The Bloom Group and its clients. Guthrie began his work with municipal government and governmental relations when he served as administrative assistant and lobbyist for Mayor Richard Arrington Jr. and the City of Birmingham from 1992 to 2000. Since then, he has worked as a contract lobbyist, advocating for his diverse group of clients including government entities like the Birmingham City Council and its President William Bell as well as multiple private sector clients. Thanks to his strong work ethic and networking abilities and longstanding working relationships with members of the Alabama Legislature, he's consistently been able to help his clients meet their goals.
Key Areas of Expertise
Served over thirty local government entities located in Jefferson County including Jefferson County and its largest city, Birmingham
Strong work ethic
Proven networking abilities
Good working relationships with legislative delegation
Key Professional Experience
Registered lobbyist in the State of Alabama since 1992.
2000-Present Contract Lobbyist with wide variety of clients including local government entities as well as private sector clients.
1992-2000 served as administrative assistant and lobbyist for Mayor Richard Arrington Jr. and City of Birmingham.
Key Issue Areas
Municipal Government
International delegation hosting
Education
Jacksonville State University
334-244-8948
401 Adams Avenue, Suite 710, Montgomery, AL, 36104,
Subjects: All Subjects
Links:Website
ACCESS. ACCOUNTABILITY. INTEGRITY. In the midst of an always-challenging political landscape, a growing number of Alabama business, industrial and municipal clients rely on The Bloom Group to represent their interests in vital dealings with the state's legislative and regulatory communities. Unlike other lobbying firms that come and go, for 30 years, The Bloom Group has been a fixture in Alabama politics. Through our proven track record of success in resolving legislative issues and effectively communicating client needs and positions, we have earned a reputation as one of Alabama's premier governmental relations consultants. Our Mission | Governmental Relations That WorksFor every client and in every situation, The Bloom Group operates in pursuit of these goals: To consistently deliver to each of our clients the highest level of governmental relations services tailored to the client's specific individual needs and based on a firm understanding of their business. To develop and value a personal and professional relationship "based upon mutual trust and respect with clients", legislators, members of the executive branch and others with whom we deal. To always conduct our governmental relations affairs in an ethical and honest manner.
1) 3M Company and Its Affiliates
5) Alabama Association of Conservation Districts
6) Alabama Beverage Licensees Association
7) Alabama League of Municipalities
8) American Council of Engineering Companies of Alabama (ACEC/Alabama)*
11) Capri Theatre
12) City of Wetumpka
13) Coosa Valley Medical Center
14) D. Curt Lee
17) Education Testing Service (ETS)
18) GoodRX
19) Gulf Governmental Partners
21) Jefferson County Department of Health
22) Koch Government Affairs, LLC and Affiliates
25) QuantHub LLC
26) School Superintendents of Alabama (SSA)
27) Seraaj Family Homes, Inc., The
28) Thornton Farrish Incorporated
29) TrueCare
30) Trulieve AL, Inc
6-10 years
Professional & Community Affiliations/Honors
Legislator of the Year, American Cancer Society
State Volunteer of the Year, American Cancer Society
Recipient of the prestigious Wes Nowlin Award, American Cancer Society highest award is given to a volunteer in the state of Alabama
Public Servant of the Year, Alabama Kidney Association
Member, Manufacture Alabama Governmental Affairs Committee
334-244-8948
401 Adams Ave, Suite 710, Montgomery, AL, 36104,
1) 3M COMPANY AND ITS AFFILIATES
5) ALABAMA ASSOCIATION OF CONSERVATION DISTRICTS
6) ALABAMA BEVERAGE LICENSEES ASSOCIATION
7) ALABAMA LEAGUE OF MUNICIPALITIES
8) AMERICAN COUNCIL OF ENGINEERING COMPANIES OF ALABAMA (ACEC/ALABAMA)*
11) CAPRI THEATRE
12) CITY OF WETUMPKA
13) COOSA VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER
14) D. CURT LEE
17) EDUCATION TESTING SERVICE (ETS)
18) GOODRX
19) GULF GOVERNMENTAL PARTNERS
21) JEFFERSON COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
22) KOCH GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, LLC AND AFFILIATES
25) QUANTHUB LLC
26) SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENTS OF ALABAMA (SSA)
27) SERAAJ FAMILY HOMES, INC., THE
28) THORNTON FARRISH INCORPORATED
29) TRUECARE
30) TRULIEVE AL, INC