Josh's thirty years of government, policy and campaign experience includes serving senior staff to a Governor, a Senate President, legislative leadership teams and to a member of Congress; he's managed a successful gubernatorial campaign, served as a national and state legislative political director and as a political media consultant. His experience includes lead lobbyist and strategist on large and diverse number of complex legislative, policy and procurement matters. Josh lives in Anne Arundel County.
15-20 years
I will be a tireless advocate for my clients and work as hard as possible to help them accomplish their goals.
3) American Property Casualty Insurance Association
4) CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
5) Clean Fuels Alliance America
6) Correctional Vendors Association
7) CVS Health
Jason is a member of the Firm's Government Relations Team, bringing more than 10 years of outstanding experience working with officials in Maryland government.
Prior to joining the Firm, Jason served as a trusted, strategic advisor to Speaker Adrienne A. Jones and to her predecessor, Speaker Michael E. Busch, with whom he developed a deep understanding of the legislative process at the highest level.
Serving as Senior Legislative Counsel from 2012 to 2020, Jason worked with the Speaker and House of Delegates' leadership on a broad array of complex and substantive legislation, with a focus on tax, gaming, procurement, energy, business and economic development issues. He was one of a select few staff that helped manage legislation on the floor of the House.
Jason is known for his thoughtful approach to solving complicated legislative issues and maintains strong relationships among the legislative and executive branches of government. He has worked closely with trade associations of banks, residential rental property owners, thoroughbred horsemen, builders, insurers, and energy, health care and cannabis companies.
Over the years, Jason has provided strategic legal and political advice on a number of high-profile pieces of legislation, including the Racing and Community Development Act of 2020 and multiple statewide frameworks for gaming expansion. He has drafted significant portions of the tax code and has a deep understanding of the State's business tax credit and incentive programs. In his role as Senior Legislative Counsel, Jason worked closely with legislative leadership and their staffs, while maintaining close working relationships with senior staff in the Senate of Maryland and Governor's Office, as well.
Prior to joining the Speaker's staff, Jason spent four years working as a nonpartisan attorney for the Department of Legislative Services, including two as Counsel to the House Ways and Means Committee.
Jason is admitted to the Maryland Bar.
1) Agency Insurance Company of Maryland, care of Bryson F. Popham, P.A.
3) American Coatings Association
4) Baltimore Gas and Electric Company
5) Cloverleaf Standardbred Owners Association
6) County Commissioners of Caroline County, Maryland
7) Curaleaf
8) Diversified Healthcare Trust
9) Flock Group Inc. dba Flock Safety
10) Hughes Network Systems, LLC
11) Insurance Agents & Brokers of Maryland, Inc., care of Bryson F. Popham, P.A.
12) Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
13) Lilly USA, LLC
14) Maryland Academy of Family Physicians
15) Maryland AGC
16) Maryland and District of Columbia Society of Clinical Oncology, Inc.
17) Maryland Chapter of the American College of Emergency Physicians
18) Maryland Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
19) Maryland Motor Truck Association
20) Maryland Section of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
21) Maryland Society of Eye Physicians & Surgeons
22) Maryland State Licensed Beverage Association
24) MD/DC Society for Respiratory Care, Inc.
25) MedChi, The Maryland State Medical Society
27) National Waste & Recycling Association
28) Office Properties Income Trust
29) Patient First
15-20 years
Steve Wise joined the Firm in 2002 and became a partner in 2008. Early in his career with the Firm he was recognized by the The Gazette as one of the "Rising Stars" of the State House lobbying corps, and he has consistently ranked among the top earning lobbyists in Annapolis since that time.
Steve represents a diverse group of clients before the General Assembly and State agencies, including trade associations and companies in the alcoholic beverage, insurance, gaming, health care, telecommunications and environmental industries.
Mr. Wise's legal practice focuses on administrative law and regulatory matters. He has appeared before the Liquor Boards in 16 of Maryland's 24 jurisdictions and before the Office of the Comptroller, representing alcoholic beverage licensees on licensing and enforcement matters. Steve also represents health care professionals in licensing and disciplinary proceedings before the Board of Physicians, insurance producers and premium finance companies before the Insurance Administration, and has represented maritime-related industries before the Department of Natural Resources. Steve has appeared in many of the State's Circuit Courts, and litigated cases both before the Court of Special Appeals and Court of Appeals.
Steve received his Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science in 1991 and his Masters degree in Public Administration in 1994, both from Florida State University. He graduated cum laude from the University Of Baltimore School Of Law in 2001, and he is admitted to the Maryland State Bar as well as the U.S. District Court for Maryland. Mr. Wise was born and raised on Maryland's Eastern Shore in Denton, and now resides in Annapolis with his wife Amy and twin sons.
301-572-7900
60 West Street, Suite 203, Annapolis, MD, 21401,
Subjects: All Subjects, Ballot Measures/Campaign Finance/Elections, Business/Commerce, City/County Government, Consumer Protection, Education, Energy/Utilities, Environment/Recycling, Health Care, Labor/Unions, Non-Profit, Pharmaceuticals, Planning/Land Use/Zoning, Public Safety, RFP/Procurement, Taxes, Tobacco, Transportation/Vehicles
I am a seasoned lobbyist before the Maryland General Assembly and local governments. I pride myself in thinking out of the box in achieving success for my clients. I maintain excellent relationships with key decision makers, many of whom I have known since before they were in public office. I excel in the absorbing the minutiae of legislation to achieve innovative solutions.
20+ years
The only lobbyist named as a Winner of the 2022 Maryland General Assembly Session by Maryland Matters.
"a well-connected Annapolis lobbyist," The Washington Post
President, Maryland Government Relations Association, 2013-2015
Named a Top-Rated Government Relations Attorney by Super Lawyers
Glad to respond to specific inquiries.
Leonard L. Lucchi is a registered lobbyist who represents business owners, trade groups, and local governments before the Maryland General Assembly and the United States Congress. Mr. Lucchi's scope of representation includes lobbying, tracking pending or proposed legislative activities and analyzing the effects of those pieces of legislation on client matters, drafting legislation, organizing and mobilizing coalitions in support or opposition to pending or proposed legislation, effectively utilizing media outlets to support client initiatives, and testifying on behalf of clients before various legislative committees.
During his thirty years as a legislative advocate, Mr. Lucchi has helped to shape legislation on behalf of his business and corporate clients that creates or enhances the marketplace for their goods and services. For example, Mr. Lucchi persuaded the Maryland General Assembly to pass a law requiring the installation of carbon-monoxide detectors in new residential construction. The passage of this bill created a new market for his client, a major manufacturer of carbon monoxide detectors. In addition to his representation of business owners, Mr. Lucchi has represented trade groups such as solar power manufacturers, mobile home park owners, and food delivery franchisees and has helped to guide them through the legislative process.
Mr. Lucchi has also proven himself to be an accomplished advocate for County and City governments. As a former Director of Legislative Affairs for the Prince George's County Government, Mr. Lucchi is experienced in planning, managing, and implementing a legislative agenda with elected and appointed officials. In that position, Mr. Lucchi represented various County departments and agencies in order to advance their legislative goals. Mr. Lucchi is also the former County Attorney for Prince George's County, and he utilizes his hands-on local government experience to advise and implement resourceful legislative plans for his clients. Additionally, he served as the County's Chief Labor Negotiator.
Mr. Lucchi serves as counsel to the Redevelopment Authority for Prince George's County, the Board of Education for Prince George's County, and the Democratic Central Committee for Prince George's County.
Mr. Lucchi served as the President of the Maryland Government Relations Association and President of the Greater Bowie Chamber of Commerce. He served two terms on the Board of the Maryland Chamber of Commerce.
Mr. Lucchi is admitted to practice in Maryland, the District of Columbia, the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland, and the U.S. Supreme Court.
Mr. Lucchi enjoys giving back to his community by serving on the Board of Community Youth Advance and the L.E.A.R.N. Foundation.
As Chief of Staff to Former State Senator Ulysses Currie, MaeAnna earned a reputation for exceptional legislative and constituent service and built a statewide network throughout state and local government. She has served as a campaign treasurer and has extensive knowledge and experience with campaign finance ethics and compliance law. MaeAnna is a founding member of the influential young professional organization, "Culture Caucus", and is an active member of the Greater Washington Community Foundation and the Route 202 Coalition. She attended Penn State University and recently received her M.A. in Social Design from the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) in Baltimore.
410-821-4445
306 West Chesapeake Avenue, Towson, MD, 21204,
Subjects: All Subjects, Agencies/Regulations, Animals/Agriculture, Appropriations/Budgets, Business/Commerce, Cannabis/Drug Legalization, Children/Family/Women, City/County Government, Education, Energy/Utilities, Environment/Recycling, Finance/Banking, Food/Restaurants, Health Care, Housing/Real Estate/Development/Construction, Insurance, Labor/Unions, Manufacturing, Medicare/Medicaid, Non-Profit, Pharmaceuticals, Planning/Land Use/Zoning, Professional/Vocational Licensing, Public Sector, Retail, RFP/Procurement, Science/Technology, Taxes, Telecommunications, Tourism/Hospitality, Transportation/Vehicles
The Rasmussen Group, LLC has been a registered lobbyist serving well over 300 individual clients during the past 30 YEARS. Mr. Rasmussen served as County Executive of Baltimore County responsible for operating one of the largest county governments in the nation, essentially functioning as CEO with full responsibility over a $1.5 billion budget with 19,000 employees. Baltimore County government was the frontline provider of all public services for some 850,000 residents. During his tenure as Baltimore County Executive, he was elected by his peers as Chairman of the U.S. Conference of Urban County Executives and Chairman of the Baltimore Regional Council of Governments (Baltimore City and Baltimore, Carroll, Anne Arundel, Harford, and Howard Counties). He held two terms in the Maryland State Senate, serving first as Majority Whip and then as Chairman of the prestigious Senate Finance Committee. In addition, and because of his banking and finance background, he chaired the Joint Budget and Audit Committee. He was nationally recognized when selected as One of Ten Outstanding Legislators in the United States. Prior to his election as a State Senator, he served one term in the Maryland House of Delegates and sat on several Committees including House Appropriations and the Joint Committee on Personnel and Management. He also chaired an ad hoc Committee on State Data Processing and IT Management.
20+ years
Volunteered time and skills for numerous community efforts and has successfully chaired the capital campaigns of several major community nonprofit projects. Earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Economics from Loyola University, Maryland, served as an Adjunct Professor in Political Science and Government, where he was later recognized for his achievements by receiving the Loyola College Alumni Laureate Award. During his sixteen-year public service career, he was selected as the Most Valuable Public Official in America. Served as Board of Directors Chair for Towson University and MedStar Health-Franklin Square Medical Center.
The Rasmussen Group possesses an abundance of close relationships and connections with key decision makers and legislators in the State of Maryland and its political subdivisions. These interpersonal relationships include but are not limited to all three Branches of State government: Executive, Legislative and Judicial. The firm seeks to influence, persuade, and promote the issues, interests, and positions of its clients in an ethical manner to achieve and resolve important business issues. The firm has almost immediate access to Maryland's constitutional officers, cabinet members, legislative Committee chairs and legislative members, and County Executives/Commissioners and Mayors. The firm is capable of implementing and coordinating lobbying activities in multiple States (currently 14 East Coast States).
Senator Rasmussen possesses a wealth of experience, both in elected and appointed offices of State and local government, and private sector experience in the fields of government relations, business development, association management, banking/financial services, public relations and marketing services, as well as the directorships on various boards of major corporate entities, educational institutions and community nonprofits. Senator Rasmussen, as an entrepreneur, has successfully developed and operated several businesses in the fields of information software technology, computer systems, alternative energy, and real estate development. The Rasmussen firm represents the interests of major and regional corporations, professional trade Alliances and business groups, and provides a comprehensive scope of services to all legislative and executive branches of government at the Federal, State and Local/Municipal levels.
Tabuteau, LLC is a boutique law firm representing businesses and institutions before the Maryland Office of the Governor, General Assembly, and administrative agencies, boards, and commissions on legislative, procurement, and regulatory matters. Representation includes the full range of services and activities necessary for successful advocacy, including, but not limited to, drafting legislation, regulations, and amendments; identifying related issues; developing a communications strategy with stakeholder allies as well as responses to stakeholder opponents; monitoring all relevant legislative, regulatory, and procurement action; arranging meetings with high level government officials; preparing testimony; and attending regulatory meetings and legislative hearings.
6-10 years
MARYLAND BAR FOUNDATION, 2022 Fellow.
LEADERSHIP MARYLAND, Class of 2021.
MSBA, LEADERSHIP ACADEMY, 2012-13 Fellow.
OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR
Former Senior Advisor to Lt. Governor Boyd K. Rutherford
OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
Former Deputy Counsel for Legislative Affairs
Tabuteau, LLC is a boutique law firm representing businesses before the Maryland Office of the Governor, General Assembly, and state and local administrative agencies, boards, and commissions on procurement, legislative, and regulatory matters. Richard A. Tabuteau has represented dozens of clients on a diverse range of corporate matters. Prior to lobbying, Richard served as Senior Advisor to Lieutenant Governor Boyd K. Rutherford and before then as Deputy Counsel for Legislative Affairs for Attorney General Doug F. Gansler. As a result, Richard has deep relationships with key government officials across the political spectrum.
Richard began his career as a business litigation and maritime defense attorney. He is licensed to practice law in Maryland and the District of Columbia. Richard received his Bachelor's Degree from Binghamton University, Master's Degree from Cornell University, and Law Degree from Vanderbilt University.
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
More than 30 years of lobbying expertise in Maryland, Delaware and the District of Columbia
Advises trade associations and corporate clients on business-specific strategies to address legislative challenges and public opinion
Serves as the executive officer for the MD-DE-DC Beverage Association and the Mid-Atlantic Petroleum Distributors Association
Ellen Valentino joined Cornerstone's Maryland team in December 2019. She brings to Cornerstone more than 30 years of lobbying expertise in Maryland, Delaware and the District of Columbia. Ellen represents diverse business interests from small businesses to the energy sector to beverage companies. She focuses her work on protecting client interests through practical policy change, coalition-building, issue positioning and political strategy.
Prior to joining Cornerstone, Ellen founded and operated her own legislative and association management consulting firm, Valentino-Benitez & Associates (VBA, Inc.), for more than 28 years. As president of the firm, Ellen advocated for clients and built trusted relationships and coalitions to represent their interests in matters before the District of Columbia City Council, the Maryland and Delaware legislatures, and local governments.
In addition to representing various clients, Ellen currently serves as the executive vice president for the Maryland-Delaware-District of Columbia Beverage Association and the Mid-Atlantic Petroleum Distributors Association.
Ellen began her professional career as an executive in grassroots lobbying management with the Greater Washington/Maryland Service Station and the Automotive Repair Association. In 1991, she established her own legislative and association management consulting firm.
A life-long Maryland resident, Ellen is a graduate of Catholic University. She is married to Robert Benitez and they have two daughters.
410-382-2193
54 State Circle, Annapolis, MD, 21401,
Subjects: Agencies/Regulations, Alcohol, Appropriations/Budgets, Business/Commerce, Cannabis/Drug Legalization, City/County Government, Corrections/Criminal Justice, Energy/Utilities, Environment/Recycling, Food/Restaurants, Gaming, Health Care, Non-Profit, Planning/Land Use/Zoning, Public Safety, Public Sector, Retail, RFP/Procurement, Science/Technology, Telecommunications, Tobacco, Transportation/Vehicles
Links:LinkedIn
Registered lobbyist and practicing attorney with more than 16 years of combined private and public sector experience with a core focus on business and regulatory matters.
3) Allegis, Redwood, Maxim Public Affairs, LLC
6) Anne Arundel County Food Bank
7) Association of Dental Support Organizations
8) AT&T
9) Branches LLC
11) Cisco
12) Concentra
15) Dynamic Pharmaceutical Consulting, LLC
16) Envirotest Systems Holdings Corp.
17) Ernst & Young
18) Gas Guide
22) Greenvest
27) International Sleep Products Association
29) Kilimanjaro Road Partners, LLC
30) Konterra Realty
31) Maryland State Licensed Beverage Association Prince George's Chapter
33) Prince George's County Chamber of Commerce
34) Procter & Gamble
35) Public Service Enterprise Group
37) Rock Creek Foundation, The
38) Sheetz, Inc.
41) Sun Service LLC
43) US Wind, Inc.
44) Via Path (Global Tel Link GTL)
45) Voyatek (GCOM)
46) Washington Gas
11-15 years
1st Vice President, Maryland Government Relations Association
Former General Counsel, Prince George's County Economic Development Corporation
Former General Counsel, Greater Bowie Chamber of Commerce
Pounds is an accomplished attorney and lobbyist with sixteen years of legal experience and served as General Counsel for government, quasi-government entities, boards & commissions, and businesses. After seven years in Prince George's as a senior campaign and transition staff member, an associate county attorney, and then General Counsel to the Prince George's County Economic Development Corporation, Pounds served six years as a partner and senior counsel in two prominent Maryland law firms. He represents clients in municipal and cannabis law, alcoholic beverage licensing; land use and zoning; business transactions, and government relations. He is a graduate of Virginia Tech, and received his Juris Doctor, with honors, at the University of Baltimore School of Law. Pounds is active in his community and serves on several boards, including the Greater Bowie Chamber of Commerce and the Maryland Government Relations Association. He lives in Bowie with his wife and two children.
Clients often call upon me on their worst days. I welcome the opportunity to tackle their problems and make the next day better. I help clients achieve business objectives and navigate regulatory barriers.
Leadership in Law Award, The Daily Record, 2021
Selected to Maryland Super Lawyers list for Energy & Natural Resources, Environmental and Government Relations since 2017
Selected to Rising Stars of Maryland Super Lawyers list for Energy & Natural Resources, Environmental and Government Relations, 2010-2016
Recipient, Outstanding Professional Services Award, Fuel Fund of Maryland for the contribution of legal services, June 2011
Young Alumni of the Year, Villa Julie College (now Stevenson University), 2006
Todd Chason is Gordon Feinblatt's Managing Member (Chief Operating Officer) and General Counsel.
As a member of the firm's Environmental & Energy and Government Relations Practice Groups, Todd works with clients to develop and execute strategies designed to achieve energy and environmental business objectives, often involving a combined approach incorporating both law and government relations.
Todd devotes substantial time to developing solar projects in Maryland, providing permitting counsel for dozens of utility-scale solar projects with hundreds of MWs of capacity. Many of these projects have progressed through Maryland's Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN) process, though Todd has also handled CPCN-exempt, community solar and distributed generation projects. These projects take advantage of not only his energy experience but also his knowledge of environmental and natural resource issues.
As Maryland's solar industry has evolved, so has Todd's practice. Since the adoption of Maryland's community solar pilot program, he has worked with dozens of clients navigating the program's promises and challenges. This has included Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC) requests for waivers or clarification of various aspects to understanding subscription sales and documentation.
Todd frequently appears before the PSC for a variety of clients, including merchant power generators (conventional and renewable), demand response providers, large energy users, natural gas and electricity brokers and suppliers, utilities and interests in the taxicab industry. He has provided testimony on behalf of merchant generators during various electric supply adequacy proceedings and has obtained electricity and natural gas supplier licenses on behalf of multiple clients. He often participates in PSC rulemakings, including community solar on behalf of the Coalitin for Community Solar Access and utility scale solar for the Utility-Scale Solar Energy Coalition. His energy practice also includes preparing power purchase agreements and related documents.
Todd regularly counsels developers, builders and other businesses seeking or operating under federal and state permits. He has guided dozens of Brownfields properties through the Maryland Department of the Environment's Voluntary Cleanup Program, ranging from small parcels with dry cleaning issues to golf courses to large former industrial sites, and variously sized projects in between. Todd is also experienced in handling natural resources issues, including wetlands, Chesapeake Bay Critical Area and stormwater management. Todd has represented property owners and inspectors in lead paint enforcement actions, providing compliance counseling and negotiating favorable resolutions with the Maryland Department of the Environment. Todd also represents referrals from the Maryland Disability Law Center on special education issues.
Achieving energy or environmental goals frequently requires counsel familiar with key Maryland officials within executive branch agencies and the legislature. Todd has spent almost 20 years developing these relationships and the legal expertise needed to resolve complicated issues. During Maryland's General Assembly session, Todd lobbies on energy and environmental legislation for clients, including the Maryland Industrial Technology Alliance, the Maryland Energy Group, merchant power generators, renewables interests and real estate developers.
Because of his extensive legal background, Todd is a contributing author to the LexisNexis Practice Guide: Maryland Environmental Law.
Todd lives in northern Baltimore County with his wife, three kids and annoying golden retriever who collectively usurp almost all of his "free" time. He is helping his kids fulfill their duck farming dreams. He also loves to run and tries to golf, and when the weather doesn't cooperate, he builds in his barn.
Before joining Gordon Feinblatt, Todd clerked for the Honorable Deborah S. Eyler at the Court of Special Appeals of Maryland. He received his J.D., cum laude from the University of Baltimore School of Law and his undergraduate degree from Stevenson University. While at the University of Baltimore, he served as the Editor-in-Chief for the Journal of Environmental Law.
Successful adoption of numerous operating and capital funding initiatives in the Maryland State Budget
Worked on passage and implementation of numerous tax credit and tax exemption legislative initiatives
Expertise and proven record of legislation impacting higher educational institutions
11-15 years
Former State Senator Patrick J. Hogan joined Cornerstone Government Affairs in October 2015 as a co-lead of the firm's Annapolis, Maryland office. Prior to joining Cornerstone, P.J. served as the vice chancellor of government relations for the University System of Maryland (USM) since 2007. In this capacity, he was responsible for coordinating legislative activities amongst the 14 USM Institutions and centers at the federal and state levels of government, including Congress, the Maryland General Assembly, the Office of the Maryland Governor, and other relevant units of government.
As a Maryland State Senator, P.J. represented the 39th Legislative District located in Northern Montgomery County from 1994 -- 2007. P.J. was re-elected to his fourth term in 2006. His Senate committee assignments included Budget and Taxation where he served as Vice-Chairman of the full committee, and Chairman of the Education, Business and Administration Subcommittee. He was also a member of the Pensions Subcommittee and the Capital Budget Subcommittee. Additionally, he served on the following Joint Committees; Spending Affordability, Legislative Policy, the Joint Committee on Pensions, the Joint Audit Committee, and the Joint Committee on Legislative Data Systems. Previously, Sen. Hogan served on the Joint Committee on Federal Relations, Task Force on State Personnel, the Property Tax Task Force, the Pre Paid College Tuition Task Force, Telecommunications Work Group, Maryland Council on Management and Productivity, the Child Care Administration Advisory Council, the Maryland Information Technology Board, and as Senate Chair of the Joint Committee on Children Youth and Families, among others.
P.J. authored many pieces of legislation relating to Higher Education including the creation of the Commission to Develop the Maryland Model for Funding Higher Education, and the Maryland Pre Paid Tuition and College Savings Plans. He was also active on issues relative to high technology, business tax exemption for computer software, transportation trust fund distribution formula, funding for K-12 & higher education, and issues relating to persons with developmental disabilities.
From 1990 to 1994, P.J. served as Legislative Assistant to U.S. Congresswoman Connie Morella. In this capacity he was responsible for issues relating to budget and economy, housing, Social Security, Medicare and Veterans Affairs. He also handled constituent inquiries with federal agencies, and served as a community liaison with local organizations. Prior to his position with Congresswoman Morella, P.J. owned and operated a successful retail sporting goods business.
P.J. lives in Annapolis, Maryland. He is married to Jacqueline P. Hogan, and they have two children. P.J. was born in Pittsburgh, PA and received his Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Indiana University of Pennsylvania.
I focus on 'how' to get from A to B, but I also, occasionally, help clients decide whether B is really where they want to go.
Appointed by Governor Lawrence Hogan, Jr. and President Mike Miller to the Maryland Climate Change Commission
AV Preeminent rating in Martindale-Hubbell
Named to The Best Lawyers in America since 1995
Named Baltimore's "Lawyer of the Year" in Environmental Law by Best Lawyers in America, 2019
Named Baltimore "Lawyer of the Year" in Litigation - Environmental by Best Lawyers in America, 2017
Named Baltimore "Lawyer of the Year" in Environmental Law by Best Lawyers in America, 2014 and 2016
Selected to Maryland Super Lawyers list for Environmental Law in 2007, 2008 and 2009 and since 2015, and for Energy & Natural Resources, Environmental Litigation and Government Relations, 2021
Recipient, Outstanding Professional Service Award, Fuel Fund of Maryland for the contribution of legal services, June 2011
Recipient, Award of Excellence as "Consultant of the Year," Home Builders Association of Maryland, Land Development Council, 2010
Recipient, Leadership in the Law Award in Environmental Law, The Daily Record, 2009
Named "Legal Elite," SmartCEO, November 2009
Listed to "Top Lawyers in Maryland," Baltimore Magazine
Michael is a Member in the firm's Energy and Environmental Team.
He was named Maryland "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers in America for Environmental Law and Environmental Litigation. In addition, for more than two decades, he has been named one of the Best Lawyers in America, according to a national poll of lawyers. He has also been named a Maryland Super Lawyer. Michael has the highest possible rating in Martindale-Hubbell (established by peer review) and was a founding member and the first elected chairman of the Environmental Section of the Maryland State Bar Association.
Prior to joining Gordon Feinblatt, Michael served as Principal Counsel to the Maryland Department of the Environment. In this role, he was the chief environmental attorney for the state and the principal advisor to the Attorney General on environmental issues. He also served as an Assistant Attorney General advising the state, at various times, on issues involving hazardous wastes, water pollution, solid wastes, radiation control and other environmental and regulatory issues.
In 2015, Michael was appointed by Governor Lawrence Hogan to represent business interests on the Maryland Climate Change Commission and then reappointed by Senate President Mike Miller in 2016. He co-chairs the Mitigation Work Group of the Commission, which is develops plans to meet Maryland's greenhouse gas targets. Michael was also recognized for his dedication to the practice of law and to his community with the 2009 Leadership in the Law award, presented by the Maryland Daily Record and received a Professional Service Award in 2011 for his pro bono work from the Maryland Fuel Fund.
Michael's practice covers environmental law, energy law and governmental relations.
Michael's environmental work has included defending companies from governmental and third-party environmental claims, providing advice on greenhouse gas regulations and legislation, negotiating remediation agreements (including brownfield applications) on contaminated properties, advising companies on climate change developments, and negotiating the terms of environmental permits. Projects on which Michael has worked include solar energy projects; residential and commercial developments; natural gas and petroleum pipeline projects; co-generation projects; hazardous waste incinerators; waste-to-energy plants; infectious waste incinerators; waterway construction permits for developers and municipal water supply facilities; wetlands permits for developers, energy companies and mining operations; critical area approvals for developers; water appropriation and water discharge permits; landfill and other solid waste permits; permits to construct and operate air emission sources (including Title V permits and CPCN permits for energy projects); and work on air and water discharge permits for industrial and energy clients.
Michael's energy work has included the permitting of new renewable energy projects in Maryland. He currently represents a number of coal, natural gas and solar generating stations stations, seeking or renewing environmental permits. He has also provided advice on rate proceedings for large energy customers and for energy producers. Michael was appointed by Governor Martin O'Malley to serve as one of the inaugural members on the Strategic Energy Investment Fund Advisory Board, which provides advice to the Maryland Energy Administration on the budgeting of funds from the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative auctions.
Described by The Baltimore Sun as a "high-profile lobbyist representing builders and industrial interests," Michael's lobbying practice has included the representation of energy companies, energy customers, manufacturing interests and developers before the General Assembly. Michael has helped draft many of the most significant Maryland environmental and energy legislation, including the Maryland Greenhouse Gas Reduction Act (both the original Act in 2009 and the renewal in 2015), the Maryland Electricity Restructuring Act, the Maryland Brownfields Act and statutes reforming the process for issuing environmental permits in Maryland.
Since joining Gordon Feinblatt, Michael has provided advice to Talen Energy, Honeywell, BP, FMC, Lockheed Martin, Energy Answers, AES, Alcoa, Lafarge, Lennar Incorporated, Beazer Homes USA Inc., Pulte Homes, CalAtlantic, Ryland Homes, Toll Brothers, First Energy, the Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development, Florida Rock, American Sugar (Domino), the National Aquarium, Select Energy, Trigen Energy Corporation, the Maryland Industrial Group, the Maryland Industrial Technology Alliance, the American Chemistry Council, the Maryland Chamber of Commerce, the Maryland Bankers Association, Amports and many others. Significant brownfield and remediation projects have included the redevelopment of Silver Spring (on behalf of Montgomery County), the remediation of a major asphalt refinery (on behalf of BP), the proposed Center for Marine Research (on behalf of the National Aquarium), the Carr-Lowery and Westport Power plants (Turner Development), Silo Point (Pulte), Deep Harbor (Beazer), a plant expansion for Domino Sugar, Dundalk Marine Terminal, Race Street and Swann Park (for Honeywell) and dozens more.
Because of his extensive legal background, Michael is a contributing author to the LexisNexis Practice Guide: Maryland Environmental Law.
410-269-5066
225 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD, 21401,
Subjects: All Subjects, Agencies/Regulations, Alcohol, Appropriations/Budgets, Business/Commerce, Cannabis/Drug Legalization, City/County Government, Consumer Protection, Energy/Utilities, Environment/Recycling, Finance/Banking, Food/Restaurants, Gaming, Health Care, Housing/Real Estate/Development/Construction, Insurance, Manufacturing, Medicare/Medicaid, Non-Profit, Pharmaceuticals, Privacy/Internet, Professional/Vocational Licensing, Retail, RFP/Procurement, Science/Technology, Taxes, Telecommunications, Tourism/Hospitality, Transportation/Vehicles
Links:LinkedIn
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) Enterprise RAC Company of Baltimore, LLC
22) Gaudenzia, Inc.
23) Google LLC and its Affiliates
24) Light & Wonder
25) Maryland Automobile Dealers Association
26) Maryland Care Inc. dba Maryland Physicians Care
29) Maryland Wineries Association
31) NaphCare Inc.
32) PGA of America
33) Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA)
34) Prologis, Inc.
36) SCI Management
39) Terra Firma Retreat Center
40) TVI, Inc./Savers
41) 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.
410-263-7882
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
3) Cable Telecommunications Association of Maryland and Delaware
4) CBAC Gaming, LLC (Horseshoe Casino)
5) Council for Responsible Nutrition
6) Holcim Participations (US) Inc.
7) Junior Achievement of Central Maryland
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.
20 years of legislative and policy work at the federal, state and local levels
Previously served as director of government affairs for Anne Arundel County Executive Steve Schuh
Spent seven years working as director of conservation programs and a governmental affairs representative for Ducks Unlimited
Worked for former Maryland Governor Bob Ehrlich for six years on Capitol Hill and in Annapolis
1) American Petroleum Institute
2) Amgen, Inc.
3) AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals, LP
4) Baltimore County Public Library Board of Trustees
5) Biotechnology Innovation Organization
6) Choptank Electric Cooperative, Inc.
8) Equifax Inc.
Bernie Marczyk joined Cornerstone's Annapolis office in December 2018. Most recently, Bernie served as the director of government affairs for Anne Arundel County Executive Steve Schuh. In this role, he worked closely with the County Council and Maryland General Assembly to advance legislative initiatives and implement public policies for the County.
Prior to working for the County Executive, Bernie worked for Ducks Unlimited for seven years as a federal and state lobbyist and thenin managing the organization's conservation delivery in the Atlantic Region (Maryland to Maine). In this role he was responsible partnering with federal, state, and non-profit organizations on land acquisition and wetland restoration projects on private lands or public lands such as Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge.
Bernie began his professional career working for then-Congressman Bob Ehrlich first as a legislative assistant on Capitol Hill and then as a policy advisor for Governor Ehrlich in Annapolis where he oversaw the legislative and policy efforts of the Departments of Agriculture, Environment, Natural Resources, Planning, and Transportation. Bernie also worked on multiple statewide and local elections in Maryland.
A graduate of Princeton University, Bernie and his wife Keely live on Maryland's Eastern Shore with their nine-year-old daughter Leah, seven-year-old twins Claire and Tommy, and three-year-old daughter Stella. Bernie is an active volunteer at St. Christopher's Catholic Church and as a basketball, soccer, and softball coach.
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) Altumint Inc., formerly Optotraffic
2) Ashley, Inc.
3) Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
4) Berkshire Hathaway Energy GT&S, LLC
5) Brewers Association of Maryland
7) Cable Telecommunications Association of Maryland, Delaware and D.C., Inc.
10) Chesapeake Shakespeare Company
11) Children's National Health System
13) Corebridge Financial Group
14) Curio Wellness
15) DentaQuest
16) Education Affiliates/Fortis College
17) Enterprise RAC Company of Baltimore, LLC
18) Envirotest Systems Holdings Corp.
21) Gaudenzia, Inc.
22) Google LLC and its Affiliates
23) GT Independence
26) Leda Health
27) Maryland Academy of Pediatric Dentists
28) Maryland Association of Realtors
29) Maryland Automobile Dealers Association
30) Maryland Care Inc. dba Maryland Physicians Care
32) Maryland Jockey Club (Pimlico, Laurel and Rosecroft Racetracks)
34) Maryland Wineries Association
35) Maximus
38) NAREIT, formerly National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts
39) Orsted North America, Inc.
41) PGA of America
42) Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA)
43) Reed Group
44) SCI Management
45) Sheppard Pratt Health Systems
46) Skyline Technology Solutions
48) 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.
Through both her work in the public and private sector, Danna L. Kauffman provides her clients with a unique skill set that enables them to successfully navigate the legislative and executive branches of government. She has established a reputation as a problem solver and consensus builder who can handle complicated issues in a trusted and professional manner.
2) Baltimore Gas and Electric Company
3) Behavioral Health System Baltimore
6) Community Behavioral Health Association of Maryland
7) County Commissioners of Caroline County, Maryland
8) Curaleaf
9) DaVita, Inc.
10) Greater Washington Society for Clinical Social Work, Inc.
11) HealthCare Access Maryland
12) Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
13) LifeSpan Network
14) Lilly USA, LLC
15) Maryland Academy of Family Physicians
16) Maryland and District of Columbia Society of Clinical Oncology, Inc.
17) Maryland Chapter of the American College of Emergency Physicians
18) Maryland Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
19) Maryland Section of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
20) Maryland Society of Eye Physicians & Surgeons
21) Maryland State Licensed Beverage Association
23) Maryland-National Capital Homecare Association
24) MedChi, The Maryland State Medical Society
26) Mid-Atlantic Association of Community Health Centers
27) National Waste & Recycling Association
28) Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc.
29) Patient First
15-20 years
Danna L. Kauffman, Esq. joined the firm in 2013 and became a partner in 2017. Throughout her career Danna has worked in various levels of State government and in the private sector. She has established a reputation as a problem solver and consensus builder who can handle complicated issues in a trusted and professional manner.
Beginning in 1997, Danna served as Counsel to the then House Environmental Matters Committee, working on complex health care issues, and then spent three years as a senior legislative advisor to Governor Glendening, where she worked on a wide range of issues in the areas of health, environment, civil rights and homeland security. Immediately prior to joining the Firm, Danna served as the Senior Vice President of Public Policy for LifeSpan Network, the leading senior care provider association in Maryland.
Raised in Howard County, Maryland, Danna holds an undergraduate degree in Economics from Towson University, where she graduated cum laude. In 1996, she graduated with honors from the University of Maryland School of Law, where she was an editor on the Maryland Law Review. Prior to entering State government service, Danna began her career as a litigation attorney at Smith, Somerville and Case, P.A. Danna resides in Annapolis with her husband and two children.
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) Enterprise RAC Company of Baltimore, LLC
18) Envirotest Systems Holdings Corp.
19) Fair Hill Condominium Association
22) Gaudenzia, Inc.
26) Humanim, Inc.
29) Maryland Automobile Dealers Association
32) Maryland Wineries Association
33) Maximus
34) Medallia, Inc.
36) Mount Vernon Place Conservancy
37) MTX Group, Inc.
38) NaphCare Inc.
39) Nareit
41) Premium Cigar Retailers Association of Maryland
42) Roland Park Community Foundation
43) Sheppard Pratt Health Systems
44) Skyline Technology Solutions
48) 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.
Served in the Maryland State Senate from 1995 to 2019, representing District 28 in Charles County
Former Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee
Full-time owner and operator of his family farm in Charles County, Maryland
Former Maryland State Senator, Thomas "Mac" Middleton joined the Cornerstone Annapolis office as a senior consultant in January 2021. Mac possesses nearly four decades of experience working in public service in the state of Maryland. He brings to the firm expertise in economic development, financial services, budget and appropriations, agriculture, energy and environment, and infrastructure policy.
He was elected to the Maryland State Senate in 1994 and initially served on the Senate Budget and Taxation Committee and was Chairman of the Capital Budget Subcommittee. Since 2003, Middleton has served as Chairman of the Finance Committee. As chairman, he led the committee in reviewing all legislation relating to banks and other financial institutions, business regulation and occupations, commercial law, economic development, health, labor, and insurance matters.
Prior to serving in the Senate, Mac was chairman of the Charles County Planning Commission where he worked to better manage growth in the county from 1978 to 1986. In 1986, he was elected President of the Charles County Commissioners and continued to work on improving the county's government services, education, and growth management. Mac has also served as Chairman of the Chesapeake Bay Commission, which is a tri-state legislative body that advises the legislatures of Maryland, Pennsylvania and Virginia, and the U.S. Congress on issues of bay-wide concern and ensures state and federal actions to sustain the living resources of the Chesapeake Bay.
Mac has been the owner and operator of his family farm, Cedar Hill Farm, since 1971 and brings unique insight into challenges faced by small business owners. He is a lifelong Charles County, MD resident, a full-time farmer, husband, father of three, proud grandfather, and strong believer in public service.
An experienced lobbyist, Ashlie T. Bagwell joined HJM in 2013. She has served as a government relations professional in Annapolis and throughout Maryland for over 15 years. During that time, Bagwell has represented a large number of clients across a variety of industries and has worked extensively with companies and organizations headquartered and/or located in Montgomery County.
1) AbbVie Inc.
4) Bristol-Myers Squibb Company
5) Elevance Health, and its Affiliates
8) Health Facilities Association of Maryland (HFAM)
9) HWS LLC dba Henry's Wrecker Service
10) Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington
15-20 years
Ann T. Ciekot is a founding partner of Public Policy Partners. Ann has more than 25 years of experience in government relations and public policy work in Maryland. She is widely regarded as a public policy expert on substance use disorder treatment and recovery, social services, and civil rights issues. Over the course of a quarter century, she has worked to carefully nurture relationships with public officials across the political spectrum and state and local agency personnel. Ann also has significant experience in managing and advocating for nonprofit service provider, advocacy and consumer organizations, and she has developed expertise in training people to become advocates for themselves and others.
2) Bard College
6) KABOOM!
20+ years
Champion of Recovery by Maryland Recovery Organization Connecting Communities, 2013
Achievement Award BY Maryland Association of Community Services in 2011 for leadership in securing passage of legislation to increase the alcohol tax that provides funding for services to people with developmental disabilities and other health care needs
Innovator of the Year for the Leadership in Disabilities Policy, Daily Record, 2010
Fighting the Opioid Overdose Crisis -- Passage of several pieces of legislation that address the opioid overdose crisis and other addiction treatment and recovery services, including funding for treatment providers, the removal of prior authorizations for certain medication, funding for behavioral health crisis services, guidance on opioid prescribing practices, education requirements in public school systems, and harm reduction measures;
Support for People with Disabilities -- Passage of legislation to provide significant increases to public assistance support to people with disabilities;
Prenatal and Newborn Services -- Passage of legislation establishing the Thrive by Three fund to support services to low income families and newborns;
Workforce Development -- Passage of legislation making changes to the social worker licensing law to promote and support the workforce;
Homelessness Prevention -- Defeat of legislation putting low income tenants at greater risk of unjust evictions; and
Delinquency Prevention -- Protected funding for services to at-risk youth and their families
Ann has relationships with the 188 members of the Maryland General Assembly and their staff, with strong ties to those on the health, judicial and budgetary committees. This includes relationships with staff in the Senate President's and House Speaker's offices. Ann has relationships with many people in the executive branch, including staff in the Governor's office; staff in many of the state agencies, including Health, Human Services, Juvenile Services, Public Safety and Correctional Services, Legislative Services, and Labor, Licensing and Regulation; and staff in many executive bodies, including the Governor's Office of Crime Control and Prevention, the Human Relations Commission, and the Governor's Office for Children.
Ann T. Ciekot is a founding partner of Public Policy Partners. Ann has more than 25 years of experience in government relations and public policy work in Maryland. Ann started in this field working for 10 years in statewide nonprofit advocacy organizations working on policy issues regarding affordable housing, homelessness and eviction prevention, public assistance programs, substance use disorder treatment and recovery, and funding for programs in each of these areas. In 2002, Ann became a founding partner of Binderman and Ciekot, a lobbying firm representing health and social justice issues. Since 2006, Ann has been part of Public Policy Partners, a firm growing in size and scope of work. Ann conducts regular trainings for organizations and both graduate and undergraduate school classes on aspects of Maryland government and how to effectively influence policy makers. Ann is a graduate of Loyola University Maryland and is a life-long resident of the state.
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) Cable Telecommunications Association of Maryland and Delaware
5) CBAC Gaming, LLC (Horseshoe Casino)
6) Council for Responsible Nutrition
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.
Thomas Tompsett, Jr. is a seasoned trial attorney and registered lobbyist who joined Harris Jones & Malone in the spring of 2017. Tompsett's reputation for honesty, coupled with a fiery competitive spirit, has made him a successful and respected attorney and advocate. Since joining HJM, Tompsett has been deeply engaged in a spectrum of public policy matters, which include, but are not limited to, business regulation and taxation, transportation, mental health, laboratory testing, domestic violence, construction law, land use and zoning, real property, and public education. As a lobbyist, Tompsett strives not only to shape sensible policy for his clients but to assist them in raising their profiles both in Annapolis and throughout the State of Maryland.
Tompsett also maintains a boutique criminal defense and administrative law practice with a manageable caseload to give the legal matters of his clients the meaningful attention they deserve. Tompsett's criminal practice areas include misdemeanor and felony charges such as driving under the influence (DUI), driving while impaired (DWI), theft, assault, controlled dangerous substance (CDS) distribution and/or possession, white-collar crimes, and homicides in every county in the State of Maryland. Analytical, yet conversational, Tompsett can convey complex legal theories in straightforward, relatable terms. For all these reasons, Tompsett is a crucial complement to Harris Jones & Malone's team of skilled and highly respected advocates.
1) AFT-Maryland
2) Article IV
4) Associated Builders & Contractors
5) Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) on behalf of National Strategies, LLC
6) Baltimore Gas and Electric Company
8) Baltimore Orioles Limited Partnership
9) Cloudforce
10) Community Associations Institute/Maryland Legislative Action Committee
11) DoorDash, Inc.
13) Elevance Health, and its Affiliates
15) Greater Baltimore Committee
16) Harris Jones & Malone, LLC
19) Housing Opportunity Commission
21) HWS LLC dba Henry's Wrecker Service
22) James K. Davis
23) Johns Hopkins
25) Mariner Finance
26) Maryland Automobile Insurance Fund
27) Maryland Land Title Association
28) Maryland Minority Contractors Association, Inc.
29) Maryland Multi-Housing Association
30) Maryland Psychiatric Society
31) Maryland Ready Mix Concrete Association
34) Mid Atlantic Floor Covering Association, Inc.
35) Noresco
36) Norfolk Southern Corporation
37) Philip Morris International
39) RELX Group
40) Sharps Medical Waste Services
42) Stella May Contracting, Inc.
44) United Way of Central Maryland, Inc.
46) Visit Baltimore
48) Washington Psychiatric Society
11-15 years
Elected at 26, Justin represented Prince George's County in the Maryland House of Delegates for over 10 years where the Washington Post hailed him as "among the Maryland legislature's brightest young stars." Serving on the House Ways & Means Committee, Justin developed an expertise in state and local taxation matters, economic development and state transportation funding. As a chief deputy majority whip, the Post noted that the leadership title "understates the importance of the role he has played in recent years helping round up votes for key pieces of legislation." Justin also spent more than a decade working in commercial property development and leasing and also has experience in investor and labor relations as well as marketing commercial real estate. A lifetime resident of Prince George's County, Justin remains active in a number of charitable Prince George's County organizations.
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) Cable Telecommunications Association of Maryland and Delaware
5) CBAC Gaming, LLC (Horseshoe Casino)
6) Council for Responsible Nutrition
7) Holcim Participations (US) Inc.
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.
609-577-3687
222 West State St Suite 211, Trenton, NJ, 08608,
Subjects: All Subjects
Links:Website
Eric is a highly accomplished senior executive, consultant, attorney, lobbyist and board member with 20 years of success in public policy, politics, law, government, healthcare, financial services, transportation and the nonprofit sector. He previously held a position as an associate at Drinker Biddle & Reath where he helped start the government relations and lobbying group.
1) AMERIGROUP
2) ANTHEM INC AND ITS AFFILIATES DBA AMERIGROUP NJ
3) ASSOCIATED BUILDERS & CONTRACTORS (ABC) OF NJ CHAPTER
7) CHSPSC LLC
10) CRICKET COMMUNICATIONS INC/LEAP WIRELESS INTERNATIONAL INC
12) DUANE MORRIS GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS LLC
13) ERICKSON RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES
14) FAIRMOUNT CAPITAL ADVISORS
15) FOREIGN LANGUAGE EDUCATORS OF NEW JERSEY
16) GLOBALPRIVATEEQUITY.COM INC
22) JPMORGAN CHASE HOLDINGS LLC
23) KS ENGINEERS
24) M/A COM
20+ years
In 2017, Governor-elect Phil Murphy selected Eric to serve on the Human Services Committee for his transition team. During that same year, he was nominated by Kentucky State Senator Jimmy Higdon and commissioned by Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin to become a Kentucky Colonel.
In 2004, Eric was nominated by New Jersey Governor Jim McGreevey to serve on the South Jersey Port Corporation's Board of Directors, which is responsible for the development of port facilities in South New Jersey. Eric was reappointed in 2008 by Governor Corzine and again in 2017 by Governor Chris Christie.
In 2018, Eric was appointed to the Advisory Board of the Burbank International Film Festival.
Eric is also a founding member of the Board of Directors for the NYC Fashion Manufactures Alliance of Design Educators and Save the Garment Center in New York City; a position he's held since 2008.
In 2007, Eric was selected by the American Council of Young Political Leaders, a bi-partisan not-for-profit international exchange organization, as a delegate to Vietnam for a two-week political exchange program. Eric joined six other young political leaders from the U.S. to study Vietnam's political system, engage in dialogue on international issues, and forge professional relationships. He's also participated in international trade missions, including trips to the Netherlands, China and the United Arab Emirates.
Eric was appointed in 2007 by New Jersey Governor Jon Corzine to serve as a member of the Economic Growth Council to assist with statewide economic development policies.
Eric is a former Committee Chairman for the Mercer County College Board of Trustees Advisory Committee and a former member of the Board of Trustees for the Arts & Business Partnership of Southern New Jersey. He's served on the boards of the Mercer County Workforce Investment Board, the Mercer County Economic Development Committee and Junior Achievement. Eric was appointed by Assembly Majority Leader Paul DiGaetano in 2002 to the New Jersey Council of Local Mandates and served as Vice Chairman until 2004.
Former State Senator Ed DeGrange is a twenty-year veteran of the Maryland State Senate serving as Chairman of the Capital Budget and the Public Safety and Transportation & Environment Subcommittees. As a public servant, Ed earned the deep trust of colleagues, staff and constituents across Maryland. Ed also served on the Anne Arundel County Council and the Maryland Lottery Commission. Serving as a senior consultant and strategist at PWRJ, Ed advises clients on the most effective approach to state and local government projects and issues.
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) Brewers Association of Maryland
10) Cable Telecommunications Association of Maryland, Delaware and D.C., Inc.
13) Carahsoft Technology Corporation
14) Catalis LLC
15) CBAC Gaming, LLC (Horseshoe Casino)
16) Celebree School
17) CGI Technologies and Solutions Inc.
18) Chesapeake Shakespeare Company
19) Children's National Health System
21) Coppin State University Development Foundation
22) Corebridge Financial Group
23) Curio Wellness
24) DentaQuest
25) Education Affiliates/Fortis College
26) Enterprise RAC Company of Baltimore, LLC
27) Envirotest Systems Holdings Corp.
28) Fair Hill Condominium Association
31) Friends of Patapsco Valley State Park
32) Gaudenzia, Inc.
35) Humanim, Inc.
38) Maryland Automobile Dealers Association
39) Maryland Care Inc. dba Maryland Physicians Care
42) Maryland Wineries Association
43) Maximus
44) Medallia, Inc.
46) Mount Vernon Place Conservancy
47) MTX Group, Inc.
48) NaphCare Inc.
49) Nareit
51) PGA of America
52) Premium Cigar Retailers Association of Maryland
53) Prologis, Inc.
55) Roland Park Community Foundation
57) Sheppard Pratt Health Systems
58) Skyline Technology Solutions
59) Spotless Brands
60) Terra Firma Retreat Center
64) 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.
410-323-7090
2002 Clipper Park Road Suite 108, Baltimore, MD, 21211,
The Law Offices of Frank D. Boston III was formed more than 18 years ago, and quickly grew to become one of the top lobbying and government relations firms in Baltimore and Maryland. In addition to lobbying, the group specializes in general litigation, ranging from carbon monoxide cases to personal injury lawsuits. Frank is consistently ranked among the top lobbyists in Maryland by the state ethics commission.
The practice has two locations, one in Baltimore and a second in Annapolis. Both of these locales were selected so the lawyers and support personnel could continue to provide boutique services to a wide, and diverse group of clients.
When you hire the Law Offices of Frank D. Boston III, you get more than a master litigator, you immediately benefit from years of experience in the law and lobbying fields. The size of our practice allows each attorney to personally meet with his or her client and fully explain strategy and tactics.
Firm Specialties:
As one of the leading business lobbyists and government relations experts in Maryland, we have worked with clients from backgrounds that range from law enforcement to healthcare to real estate, and beyond. Our client list has enabled us to gain a depth of experience and knowledge that is unmatched by other firms. The services we offer also include procurement lobbying.
When you hire the lobbying services of our firm, you acquire a partner that becomes familiar with your agenda, and builds a strategy designed to reach your goals. We believe in working closely with our clients, and the government relations services we provide are conducted in an ethical, professional manner.
FRANK D. BOSTON, III has more than 22 years experience representing individuals and small and large companies in the Maryland legislature and in courts throughout the state. He received his law degree from the University of Baltimore School of Law, where he was a recipient of the James May Scholarship, the Chief Justice of the law school's honor court, a member of the Moot Court Board, teacher's assistant, and an American Jurisprudence awardee.
Prior to launching his own firm, Mr. Boston served as a law clerk with Whiteford, Taylor, and Preston and with the Felony Trial Division of Baltimore's Office of the Public Defender, and he worked in public affairs and government relations in both Annapolis and Baltimore.
Mr. Boston earned his undergraduate B.S. degree from Bucknell University, where he was not only a four-year varsity letterman in lacrosse and junior varsity basketball, but also a member of the Dean's List and the student his classmates elected to deliver their Senior Commencement Speech. Frank also achieved the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America.
Before becoming an attorney, Mr. Boston worked for several years as a retail bond trader on Wall Street. During those years, Mr. Boston honed his analytical and quantitative skills as he assembled complex information in a position that demanded that he think and react quickly — all under pressure and with poise. Today those skills serve him well in both the courtroom and the Legislature.
An active member of the community, Mr. Boston has served on the Boards of Directors of The Dyslexia Tutoring Program and the Children's Chorus of Maryland and Learning, Inc. He is a former member of the Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees of The Park School, his alma mater, and is currently a member of the Board of Directors of Baltimore's public radio station, WYPR. He is also a board member of the Baltimore Animal Rescue Shelter (BARCS).
410-263-7882
12 Francis Street, Annapolis, MD, 21401,
Subjects: All Subjects, Agencies/Regulations, Appropriations/Budgets, Business/Commerce, Cannabis/Drug Legalization, Children/Family/Women, City/County Government, Corrections/Criminal Justice, Education, Environment/Recycling, Health Care, Housing/Real Estate/Development/Construction, Non-Profit, Pharmaceuticals, Planning/Land Use/Zoning, Privacy/Internet, Public Safety, Public Sector, Telecommunications, Tobacco, Tourism/Hospitality, Transportation/Vehicles
I'm a highly accomplished government relations specialist with over a decade of experience in local, state, and federal affairs. Currently serving as a Government Affairs Associate at Manis Canning & Associates, I provide strategic advice, issue analysis, and guidance to clients on complex government matters in Maryland. I excel in connecting clients with influential government leaders, building coalitions, and developing legislative strategies.
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. We provide creative, proactive government affairs, public relations, business and trade association management strategies and programs to a diverse group of clients.
0-5 years
Natasha Mehu is a highly accomplished government relations specialist with over a decade of diverse experience in local, state, and federal affairs. With a successful transition from the public sector to the private sector, she is currently serving as a lobbyist at Manis Canning & Associates, where she advocates and educates on behalf of clients' interests to Maryland's state and local governments.
Natasha provides strategic advice, issue analysis, and guidance to clients on complex government matters, and excels in connecting clients with influential government leaders and staff. She is skilled in legislative advocacy and diligently tracks bills, proposed amendments, and regulatory matters to keep clients informed and well-prepared. Natasha's ability to build coalitions and mobilize allies has been instrumental in developing legislative support for clients.
Prior to her current role, Natasha held a senior leadership position as the Director of the Mayor's Office of Government Relations for the City of Baltimore. In this capacity, she formulated policy positions, set strategies, and advocated for the city's local, state, and federal legislative and fiscal priorities. Natasha fostered constructive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, serving as a liaison to city, state, and federal offices.
Natasha's extensive experience in government affairs is further exemplified by her tenure at the Maryland Association of Counties (MACo). As the Legislative Director, she led and coordinated advocacy efforts on behalf of MACo's member counties and Baltimore City in front of the Maryland General Assembly. She successfully managed a team of policy advocates, oversaw the legislative policy fellow intern program, and served as a liaison to various affiliate organizations. Natasha's expertise spanned multiple policy areas, including business affairs, health and human services, housing and community development, government liability and courts, and public safety and corrections.
In her earlier career, Natasha served as a Project Manager at the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, where she managed nonprofit grantee housing counseling agencies and legal services providers. She excelled in legislative liaison roles and provided technical assistance and training to ensure compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements.
Natasha's commitment to public health and equity is evident through her work as a Research Assistant at the University of Maryland School of Law and as a Student Attorney at the Drug Policy and Public Health Strategies Clinic. Natasha holds a J.D. from the University of Maryland School of Law, with a Certificate in Health Law. During her time in law school, she actively participated in the Student Health Law Organization (SHLO) and the Black Law Students Association (BLSA). She also competed as a member of the BLSA Thurgood Marshall National Trial Team.
Natasha earned her B.A. in Communication, with a minor in Philosophy, from the University of Maryland, College Park, where she received the University Honors Citation and was a member of the Lambda Pi Eta Communication Honor Society. Natasha is a member of the Maryland State Bar Association (MSBA) and holds bar membership in the state of Maryland. She also serves as a Board Member of the Maryland Government Relations Association (MGRA), a Board Member of Chase Brexton Health Care, and a member of the National Black Professional Lobbyist Association (NBPLA).
THE ADVOCACY GROUP
(50 states, Federal and DC, )703-597-4276
1201 Wilson Blvd., 27th Floor, Arlington, VA, 22209,
Subjects: All Subjects
TAG is a one-stop, results-oriented network for clients with needs in a single state or multiple jurisdictions. The TAG network consists of one top firm per jurisdiction or specialty. Collectively we are 60+ firms including lobbyists across the US, public affairs specialists in various countries (Australia, Canada, Mexico, Russia, CIS, Central Asia, Central & Eastern Europe, Turkey, Israel, United Kingdom and the European Union) and specialty services (50-state legislative and regulatory tracking, grassroots, jury selection, market entry strategy and social enterprise business development).
Each TAG member offers its clients a tailored strategy that will provide them with a solution. Our TAG members are an integrated team, both near and far throughout the world, yet offering insight within each location.
The TAG network consists of the top lobbying firms across the US, public affairs specialists in various countries and specialty services.
US Members:
50-States
DC Council
US Congress
International:
Profile Consulting (Aust) Pty Ltd (Australia)
Tactix (Canada)
Monarch Global Strategies (Mexico, Central & South America)
Kesarev (Russia, CIS, Central Asia, Central & Eastern Europe, Turkey & Israel)
Instinctif Partners (United Kingdom & the European Union)
Specialty members:
Five Corners Strategies (Grassroots Advocacy & Public Affairs)
FOCUS, a Leonine Business (50-State Legislative & Regulatory Tracking & Analysis)
Select Litigation (Jury Selection)
Bullpen, LLC (Market Entry Strategy)
The Virtuous Cycle Collaboratory (Social Enterprise Business Development)
Law Offices of Mitchell D. Gravo, Inc. (Specialty Member)
Caitlin E. McDonough is an attorney and registered lobbyist with over 16 years of experience in Annapolis, working with the Maryland General Assembly and several administrations. Since joining the HJM team in 2012, she has advocated passionately on an array of issues, particularly the development and implementation of fair and reasonable regulatory schemes for new, innovative technologies and business models. McDonough represents a variety of significant industry players, including major pharmaceutical manufacturers, telecommunication and energy service providers, financial institutions, and health and property insurers.
15-20 years
410-274-7003
15 School St Suite 300, Annapolis, MD, 21401,
Subjects: All Subjects, Agencies/Regulations, Alcohol, Animals/Agriculture, Business/Commerce, Cannabis/Drug Legalization, City/County Government, Civil Rights, Consumer Protection, Energy/Utilities, Environment/Recycling, Food/Restaurants, Gaming, Health Care, Insurance, Medicare/Medicaid, Non-Profit, Pharmaceuticals, Privacy/Internet, Professional/Vocational Licensing, Retail, Telecommunications, Tourism/Hospitality, Transportation/Vehicles
Links:Website
0-5 years
I have legislative experience in a variety of issues affecting the insurance industry and related sectors, including health insurance, property and casualty insurance and regulatory reform. Prior to joining Public Policy Partners, I was the Director of Government Relations for the Maryland Hospital Association. I also served as the Director of Government Relations for the Maryland Insurance Administration. I have a Juris Doctor from the University of Baltimore School of Law, a Masters of Business Administration from the University of Baltimore and a Bachelor's of Science from Salisbury University.
Created the first a trade association of Maryland's nine Medicaid MCOs and served as Director and principal lobbyist for the MCOs who are responsible for providing health care to 1.2 million Marylanders enrolled in the Medicaid program
Provides strategic consulting and lobbying to the Maryland Hospital Association and its 64 hospitals on medical liability, tort reform, and integrated community oncology issues.
Lobbied for the passage of legislation on behalf of ZERO to Prostate Cancer making Maryland the second state in America to eliminate cost-sharing for prostate cancer screening
Named 2020 Top Lobbyist by the National Institute for Lobbying & Ethics (NILE)
1) American Petroleum Institute
2) AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals, LP
3) Baltimore County Public Library Board of Trustees
5) Biotechnology Innovation Organization
6) Capital One
7) Choptank Electric Cooperative, Inc.
8) Clark Construction Group, LLC
9) CMI General Contractors, Inc.
10) CropLife America
11) Delaware-Maryland Agribusiness Association
14) Elevance Health, and its Affiliates
15) ForwardGro, Inc.
17) Historic St. Mary's City Commission Foundation
19) Johns Hopkins
23) Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic Inc.
24) Manufacturers' Alliance of Maryland (MAM)
27) Maryland Hospital Association
28) Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission
29) Maryland Troopers Association
30) Mechanical Contractors Association of Maryland, Inc.
32) NRG Energy, Inc.
33) Nutanix
34) Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association
37) Prince George's County, Maryland
39) Software AG Government Solutions, Inc.
40) St. Mary's College of Maryland Foundation
42) Town of La Plata
Delora R. Sanchez, Esq. joined Cornerstone in October 2015 after leading Johns Hopkins Medical System's government affairs team. Delora spent nearly a decade representing Hopkins' interests before the Maryland General Assembly, Governor's office, and state administrative agencies. She has an extensive background in state legislative and regulatory issues.
As a senior vice president in Cornerstone's Annapolis office, Delora specializes in representing hospitals, managed care organizations (MCOs), pharmaceutical manufactures, medical cannabis companies, and private sector special interests. Over the past 10 years, Delora has used her deep policy expertise and legislative connections to save or create tens of millions of dollars in state funding for clients; shape Maryland's medical liability policy; and steer the top healthcare system in the world through the implementation of the Affordable Care Act and the creation of the Maryland Health Benefits Exchange.
Delora was recognized by the Daily Record in 2017 as a VIP, 40 under 40 and as a Leading Woman in 2013. In 2014 Sanchez was named a Marshall Memorial Fellow -- the flagship leadership development program of the German Marshall Fund of the United States. From 2008 to 2010 she was appointed by the President of Johns Hopkins University to serve on the Johns Hopkins Diversity Leadership Council. During the same time period, she was also appointed by then Governor Martin O'Malley to the Maryland Commission for Environmental Justice and Sustainable Communities.
Delora is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, and serves as chair of community engagement on the board of directors for Thread, which engages underperforming high school students facing significant barriers outside of the classroom. As a native of Baltimore and current South Baltimore resident, Delora was proud to accept an appointment by the Speaker of the Maryland House of Delegates to the South Baltimore Gateway Partnership Board. The organization is responsible for distributing approximately $8 million in casino revenue for community development projects in the areas immediately impacted by the casino's construction. Previously, she was a board member of the Charles Village Community Benefits District and Vice Chair of the board for Hope Forward, which provides support transitioning for former foster youth.
Delora holds a Juris Doctor degree with a concentration in Health Law from University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law and an undergraduate degree in Healthcare Management from Towson University. She is licensed to practice law in Maryland and the District of Columbia. Delora is a lifelong resident of Baltimore and enjoys living downtown, yoga, and biking around the City.
Energy Advocacy is a woman-owned business built on relationships and next-level thinking. Our practice is rooted in tireless community service and our authenticity opens doors in any challenging political climate.
0-5 years
Katie Nash has extensive experience in government and public affairs and began her career as a legislative aide in the Maryland General Assembly. For more than fifteen years, Ms. Nash has developed strong relationships within state and local governments and brings thorough knowledge of the legislative process and grassroots advocacy. Her notable experience also includes serving as a Maryland non-profit executive, government contract program manager, and communications professional.
Ms. Nash founded her firm in 2019 and is a passionate advocate for fair business dealings. She is honored to have within her portfolio a wide range of industries, ranging from energy to local government to procurement. She is equally honored to work with strong partners and has a reputation in Annapolis for her integrity and dedication to the greater good.
Jonas Jacobson developed a broad government relations practice after 15 years serving in key leadership roles in State and local government. Jonas has extensive experience working on public policy matters and has worked on complex initiatives involving environment, energy, transportation, infrastructure, development and public works matters. During his government tenure, he served under three Maryland Governors and was appointed to the Maryland Department of the Environment as Deputy Secretary. Jonas also served as Director of Environmental Protection for Baltimore County. His practice involves engagement with the leadership of state and local agencies and the Maryland General Assembly. Jonas received a Juris Doctor from the University of Baltimore School of Law and a Bachelor of Science from Towson University. Jonas is the President of the Howard County Conservancy and serves on the Board of the Towson University Alumni Association.
3) Allegis, Redwood, Maxim Public Affairs, LLC
6) AT&T
8) Beatty Development Group LLC
9) BSC America
11) Cisco
12) Concentra
14) Darden, Inc.
16) Envirotest Systems Holdings Corp.
17) Ernst & Young
21) Greenvest
26) International Sleep Products Association
27) Konterra Realty
28) LKQ Corporation
30) Nissan North America, Inc.
31) One South Street Baltimore, LLC
33) Preston Scheffenacker Properties
34) Procter & Gamble
35) Public Service Enterprise Group
38) Rock Creek Foundation, The
39) Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
40) Sheetz, Inc.
44) Sun Service LLC
46) US Wind, Inc.
47) W.R. Grace & Co.
48) Washington Gas
In 2000, Harris Jones founded Harris Jones & Malone, LLC. To date, she remains the first and only Black woman in the State of Maryland to own and manage a law practice with a focus in lobbying, government relations, procurement, labor negotiations, criminal defense, and administrative trial board representation at both the state and local levels. Harris Jones & Malone proudly serves municipalities and related quasi-public agencies, non-profits, and small and large business enterprises, both publicly and privately held. Currently, Harris Jones & Malone represents clients on issues concerning, but not limited to construction, energy, water, retail sales, education, transportation, public safety, healthcare, gaming, real estate, telecommunications, procurement, corporate law, state funding for public and private development projects, taxation, labor, insurance, public interest, election, and environmental law.
Due to her hard work and tireless advocacy, Harris Jones is widely regarded as a lobbyist with the ability to effect real change in the legislative process, regardless of the size of her client or the perceived power of her opponent. As a result of her successful track record, her clients have enabled her to become the first Black attorney/lobbyist to be consistently ranked in the top five earning lobbyists in Maryland following the conclusion of each legislative session since 2009.
Harris Jones has worked on high profile matters such as the repeal of Maryland's Death Penalty, the enactment of the Civil Marriage Protection Act, and in 2019, the Community Safety and Strengthening Act, which authorizes Johns Hopkins University to establish a university police department.
Among her many legislative accomplishments, Harris Jones lobbied successfully for the passage of a priority lien bill on behalf of the Community Associations Institute Maryland Legislative Action Committee (CAI), an organization representing common ownership communities. For many years, CAI had battled with financial institutions over this critical legislation. In only her second legislative session representing CAI, Harris Jones was able to facilitate an agreement and secure the votes needed to pass the bill. This law allows condominium associations to recover up to four months of association fees at the time of a foreclosure sale. Hard hit by the downturn in the housing market, association fees are vital to the financial stability of all common ownership communities.
Harris Jones is a Member of the Board of Trustees/Directors of three publicly traded companies: Industrial Logistics Properties Trust, Diversified Healthcare Trust, and TravelCenters of America, LLC. She also serves on the Board of Trustees/Directors of Everyman Theatre and Baltimore Museum of Art. In 2021, Harris Jones was listed as one of The Daily Record's Power 100. She was also recognized by Savoy Magazine as one of the Most Influential Black Corporate Directors, an international honor. In 2019 Harris Jones received the Current Leader Award from the Alliance of Black Women Attorneys of Maryland, Inc. In 2016, Harris Jones received the Friend of Dyslexia Award for Outstanding Dyslexia Advocacy and also received the Maryland Government Relations Association's Community Service Award. Since 2000, Harris Jones has earned the following honors: YWCA Greater Baltimore's Special Leader Award, The Daily Record's Leadership in Law Award, The Baltimore Sun's 50 Women to Watch in 2013, The Daily Records Maryland's Top 100 Women in 2005 and 2009, The Baltimore Business Journal's 40 under 40, The Baltimore Times' Top 25 Young Leaders to Watch, and the Maryland Coalition for Responsive Government's 21st Century Woman distinction.
1) AbbVie Inc.
3) Article IV
5) Associated Builders & Contractors
6) Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) on behalf of National Strategies, LLC
7) Baltimore Gas and Electric Company
9) Baltimore Orioles Limited Partnership
10) Benevis, LLC
11) CFG Bank Arena
12) CH MH Services (MD), LLC (Charlie Health)
13) Chesapeake Employers' Insurance Company
14) Cloudforce
15) Community Associations Institute/Maryland Legislative Action Committee
16) DoorDash, Inc.
19) Elevance Health, and its Affiliates
20) Employ Prince George's, Inc.
22) Family Tree, The
23) Genentech, Inc., a Member of the Roche Group
24) Greater Baltimore Committee
25) Harris Jones & Malone, LLC
27) HWS LLC dba Henry's Wrecker Service
28) Johns Hopkins
30) JPMorgan Chase Holdings LLC
31) Kingdom Fellowship AME Church
33) Mariner Finance
34) Maryland Automobile Insurance Fund
37) Maryland Multi-Housing Association
38) Maryland Oncology Hematology, P.A.
39) Maryland Psychiatric Society
40) Maryland Ready Mix Concrete Association
41) Maryland State's Attorneys' Association
42) Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, The
46) Mid Atlantic Floor Covering Association, Inc.
47) Noresco
48) Norfolk Southern Corporation
49) Orijin
50) P3 Group, The
51) Penn National Gaming, Inc.
52) PMI Global Services Inc. and Affiliates
54) RELX Group
56) Sharps Medical Waste Services
58) Southern Management Companies
60) Stella May Contracting, Inc.
64) Turo, Inc.
65) United Way of Central Maryland, Inc.
66) US Oncology
68) Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
69) Visit Baltimore
20+ years
Sean R. Malone is renowned as a complex problem solver and viewed as a savvy and passionate advocate before all three branches of Maryland government. He is also a highly respected attorney representing clients with public policy, legal, government and labor related problems.
Throughout the course of his 22+ year legal career, Malone has enjoyed significant and numerous victories in the courtroom, at the negotiation table and in the halls of state and local government. Malone was a member of the trial team that secured the high-profile acquittal of a wrongly accused Baltimore City police officer at both the criminal and administrative levels, negotiated labor contracts for both Democrat and Republican elected officials in Baltimore County, Howard, Harford, and Anne Arundel Counties, Newark and Dover, Delaware, successfully tried arbitration cases on behalf of Anne Arundel County, worked with a team to defeat legislation designed to remove the historic Preakness Stakes from Baltimore, and was a vital member of the negotiating team on the Sagamore Development Company's successful effort to obtain $535 million in tax increment financing from Baltimore City.
Malone was named a 'Maryland Influencer' by Campaigns & Elections Magazine for his work around the state and for the past 12 years and has ranked among Maryland's most prominent lobbyists. Before joining HJM, Malone had a prolific career in public service working as: the Deputy Legislative Officer in the Governor's Office of Legislative Affairs; the State's Chief Labor Negotiator; the Labor Commissioner for Baltimore City; and a member of the command staff for the Baltimore Police Department serving as the Department's Chief Legal Counsel and Chief of Professional Standards. Malone has successfully litigated cases before administrative trial boards, arbitrators, the Baltimore Circuit Court, the Maryland Court of Special Appeals and the Court of Appeals. Malone honed his litigation skills as an Assistant State's Attorney for Baltimore County after graduating magna cum laude from the University of Baltimore School of Law.
15-20 years
443-416-3842
1606 Broadway Road, Timonium, MD, 21093,
Subjects: All Subjects, Agencies/Regulations, Alcohol, Appropriations/Budgets, Business/Commerce, Cannabis/Drug Legalization, 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, Non-Profit, Pharmaceuticals, Planning/Land Use/Zoning, Privacy/Internet, Professional/Vocational Licensing, Public Sector, Retail, RFP/Procurement, Science/Technology, Taxes, Telecommunications, Tourism/Hospitality, Transportation/Vehicles
Links:Website
John C. Fiastro, Jr. maintains extensive relationships in Maryland's executive and legislative branches and throughout its regulatory commissions and offices. As a former Director of Policy and Government Affairs at the Maryland Energy Administration as well as Chief of Staff to two Maryland State Senators, John knows the ins and outs of Maryland's legislative processes and regulatory environment in a number of policy areas: energy, public utilities, environment, budget, gaming, healthcare, and financial regulation.
0-5 years
Director of Policy and Government Affairs, Maryland Energy Administration
Chief of Staff, Minority Leader Steven Hershey
John C. Fiastro, Jr. boasts extensive experience in government and public affairs. Prior to founding Fiastro Consulting, John served as Director of Policy and Government Affairs at Maryland Energy Administration as well as Chief of Staff to two Maryland State Senators. John maintains a strong relationship network within Maryland's legislative and executive branches as well as the state's regulatory commissions and offices.
John brings extensive knowledge of the legislative process and regulatory environment in a number of key policy areas including energy, public utilities, environment, budget, gaming, healthcare, financial regulation.
John is the proud husband of Julianne and father to Leo and Caesar. A resident of Lutherville, in Baltimore County, John is a graduate of Towson University and Loyola Blakefield High School.
I am available to my clients 24/7. No one will work harder than I do to achieve our clients' goals.
3) American Property Casualty Insurance Association
4) CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
5) Clean Fuels Alliance America
6) Correctional Vendors Association
7) CVS Health
AV Preeminent rating in Martindale-Hubbell
Named Baltimore's "Lawyer of the Year" in Government Relations Law by Best Lawyers in America, 2015 and 2022
Named to The Best Lawyers in America for Government Relations since 2009
Bob is one of Maryland's best known lobbyists and concentrates his practice in the area of government relations. He is general counsel to the Maryland Bankers Association and is Maryland local counsel to the Property Casualty Insurers Association of America. He is closely involved in legislative and regulatory issues affecting banks, health care organizations and insurance-related entities. Bob also represents a wide range of other business interests before the Maryland General Assembly and State and local government agencies, including transportation companies, manufacturers, insurance companies, and associations of landlords, debt collectors and horsemen.
Bob represents clients in their dealings with State and local government legislative and regulatory bodies, including cases involving administrative hearings at all levels, with an emphasis on the resolution of issues before the Maryland Commissioner of Financial Regulation, the Maryland Insurance Administration, and the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. Bob's longstanding relationships formed through years of hard work with government officials throughout Maryland allow him to achieve unparalleled success for his clients. In an article on Maryland lobbyists, The Gazette newspaper said, "Enten is consistently in the top tier of Annapolis lobbyists. He is known for his relentless advocacy serving a broad client portfolio."
After Bob was named by Best Lawyers of America as the 2022 "Lawyer of the Year" in Government Relations Law in Baltimore, Center Maryland in its podcast titled "The Lobby" featured Bob and his successful, decades-long career in state politics.
Supports a team of seven senior professionals in the firm's Annapolis, MD office
Previously served as an academic services specialist at Johns Hopkins University's Office of the Registrar
Member of the Public Relations Society of America Inc. since 2021
Jenna Massoni serves as a senior associate supporting the firm's Annapolis, Maryland office. She assists a team of seven senior professionals with issue monitoring, policy research and analysis and legislative advocacy and outreach. She became a member of the Public Relations Society of America Inc. in 2021.
Prior to her current position, Jenna managed health care benefits for the students of Johns Hopkins University and was involved in planning the annual commencement ceremony.
Jenna graduated from Washington College in May 2015 with a B.S. in Business Management and received her M.A. in Contemporary Communications from Notre Dame of MD University in December 2019.
Tim has spent twelve years building a record as one of the most effective advocates in Annapolis, representing a diverse group of clients at the state's legislative and executive branches, and county governments. Prior to engaging in government relations, Tim served as Chief of Staff to Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller, Jr., the longest serving State Senate President in United States history. Tim is a graduate of West Virginia University, and the West Virginia University College of Law, where he serves as a member of the Board of Visitors. Tim is a member of the Maryland State Bar Association. Tim lives in Baltimore County.
2) Allegis, Redwood, Maxim Public Affairs, LLC
6) Association of Dental Support Organizations
7) AT&T
11) Beatty Development Group LLC
13) BSC America
16) Chesapeake Beach
17) Cisco
18) City of Aberdeen
20) Columbia Care
21) Concentra
23) County Commissioners of Calvert County, Maryland
25) Darden, Inc.
26) Don Bosco Christo Rey High School and Corporate World Study Program
27) Dwyer Workforce Development Center Inc.
28) Election Systems & Software
29) Enterprise Commuity Development, Inc.
30) Envirotest Systems Holdings Corp.
31) Ernst & Young
33) FiscalNote
34) Flagger Force
35) GCOM
37) GetInsured
41) GR Patel & Associates, Inc.
43) Greenvest
51) International Sleep Products Association
52) Konterra Realty
53) Maryland Affordable Housing Coalition
54) Maryland Association of Boards of Education
55) Maryland Horse Breeders Association
60) Next One Up
61) Nissan North America, Inc.
63) One South Street Baltimore, LLC
65) Perry White Ross & Jacobson
67) Procter & Gamble
68) Public Service Enterprise Group
71) Recovery Centers of America
73) Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
74) SkyGenUSA
76) Sports Facilities Management, LLC
80) Sun Service LLC
81) TrueRoll
83) United Healthcare Services, Inc.
84) US Wind, Inc.
86) W.R. Grace & Co.
89) Washington Gas
Pamela Metz Kasemeyer is regarded by her colleagues as a substantive and tenacious advocate who represents her clients with integrity and honesty. Legislators and regulators know they can rely on the truth and accuracy of Ms. Kasemeyer's representation.
2) American Coatings Association
3) Baltimore Gas and Electric Company
4) Behavioral Health System Baltimore
7) DaVita, Inc.
8) Greater Washington Society for Clinical Social Work, Inc.
10) Hughes Network Systems, LLC
11) Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
12) LifeSpan Network
13) Lilly USA, LLC
15) Maryland Academy of Family Physicians
16) Maryland and District of Columbia Society of Clinical Oncology, Inc.
17) Maryland Chapter of the American College of Emergency Physicians
19) Maryland Motor Truck Association
20) Maryland Section of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
21) Maryland Society of Eye Physicians & Surgeons
22) Maryland State Licensed Beverage Association
24) Maryland-National Capital Homecare Association
25) MedChi, The Maryland State Medical Society
26) Mental Health Association of Maryland
28) Mid-Atlantic Association of Community Health Centers
29) National Waste & Recycling Association
30) Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative
31) Patient First
32) Players Philanthropy Fund d/b/a Alston for Athletes
20+ years
Pamela Metz Kasemeyer, the Firm's managing partner, has represented a variety of interests before the Maryland General Assembly and regulatory agencies for more than 30 years. An acknowledged authority on Maryland's environmental and health care laws, she includes amongst her clients dominant trade organizations and corporate interests in the solid waste, energy, transportation, and health care sectors.
Ms. Kasemeyer's background in environmental and health care policy is reflected in her law practice which includes legal counsel to her environmental clients on permitting and enforcement actions and representation of health professionals on licensure and disciplinary matters as well as contractual and practice management concerns.
Raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Ms. Kasemeyer is a 1980 graduate of Duke University with a B.A. in Public Policy Studies. She received a Masters degree in Health Services Administration from George Washington University in 1984. Before her graduation from the University of Maryland Law School in 1993, she was President of Professional Practice Consultants, a health care management consulting firm; served as the first Executive Director of the Maryland Association of Health Maintenance Organizations, and was the regional Corporate Development Director for a national solid waste management company. In 1996, she joined Jay Schwartz, forming Schwartz and Metz, P.A., a predecessor to the current firm.
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
3) Cable Telecommunications Association of Maryland and Delaware
4) CBAC Gaming, LLC (Horseshoe Casino)
5) Council for Responsible Nutrition
10) Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants
11) Maryland Beer Wholesalers Association, Inc.
12) Maryland Patient Care and Access Coalition
13) Maryland Wholesale Cannabis Trade Association
14) National Association of Industrial and Office Properties, Maryland
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.
After serving for 16 years in various state and local government leadership roles. Frome honed his sharp policy, budget, and advocacy skills with the Maryland General Assembly, the Prince George's County Council and County Executives Rushern Baker and Angela Alsobrooks and established a well-earned reputation for completing complex projects in Prince George's County and Annapolis. He recently served as Alsobrooks' Director of Strategic Operations where he drew on his extensive expertise in all facets of government and from his work on complex issues and projects. Brad understands the cross section of how government works and how things get done. He is a graduate of the University of Maryland - College Park and lives in Prince George's County.
202-425-3523
2138 Merrifileds Drive, Silver Spring, MD, 20906,
Subjects: All Subjects, Agencies/Regulations, Appropriations/Budgets, Business/Commerce, Cannabis/Drug Legalization, City/County Government, Civil Rights, Consumer Protection, Criminal, Energy/Utilities, Environment/Recycling, Finance/Banking, Gaming, Health Care, Housing/Real Estate/Development/Construction, Labor/Unions, Manufacturing, Planning/Land Use/Zoning, Privacy/Internet, Professional/Vocational Licensing, Public Safety, Public Sector, Retail, RFP/Procurement, Science/Technology, Taxes, Telecommunications, Tourism/Hospitality, Transportation/Vehicles
Roger Manno is an attorney and former Majority Whip in the Maryland Senate, with decades of legislative and regulatory experience at the state and federal levels. As Senate Chair of both the Spending Affordability Committee and the "AELR" regulatory committee (Administrative, Executive and Legislative Review), and as a former member of the Senate Budget & Taxation Committee and the House Economic Matters committee, Roger's experience and senior leadership in Annapolis provides a unique breadth of issue and policy situational awareness, and deep personal relationships with senior members of the Senate, the House, and within the Executive Branch.
1) Acoya Energy
2) Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters
3) Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 35
5) Maryland Fishing and Tourism Association
6) Maryland Rural Development Corporation
7) Mechanical Contractors Association of Metropolitan Washington
8) Mid-Atlantic Pipe Trades Association
9) Mid-Atlantic States District Council of Iron Workers
10) Payactiv
0-5 years
Roger Manno has received numerous awards and recognitions, including by the Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers Association, United States Department of Defense, Maryland Anesthesiologists Association, Maryland Consumer Rights Coalition, Fraternal Order of Police (Maryland State Lodge), International Association of Fire Fighters (Local 1664), Adventist Columbia Union Conference, Plumbers and Gasfitters United Association (Local 5), and International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (Local 26). Twice awarded Legislator of the Year by Maryland Building and Construction Trades Council (AFL-CIO), Roger also has the unique distinction of being named an honorary member of International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 26, and is a Journeyman member of Steamfitters United Association Local 602.
Former Maryland Senator Roger Manno is an attorney and legislative and regulatory architect who has spent decades in government service, working in the White House, on the U.S. House Judiciary Committee, as Legislative Director and Senior Counsel to members of Congress, and as an elected member of the Maryland House and senior member of the Maryland Senate. As Senate Chairman of both the Spending Affordability Committee and the "AELR" regulatory committee (Administrative, Executive and Legislative Review), Roger advanced reforms that streamlined and strengthened Maryland's regulatory processes, and authored landmark structural reforms that fundamentally transformed Maryland's budget forecasting, revenues, and overall baseline spending. As Senate Majority Whip, Roger worked to build strong voting majorities in order to advance a disciplined legislative agenda across the State of Maryland. An attorney admitted to practice in Maryland, the District of Columbia, the Supreme Court of the United States, the U.S. Court of Appeals for Armed Forces, and other federal courts, Roger served as Of Counsel to the general practice / civil litigation law firm of Karp, Frosh, Lapidus, Wigodsky & Norwind, P.A., during the period when (now) Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh served as a named Partner. Roger's consulting portfolio consists is broad, with concentrations in appropriations, infrastructure, and labor and workforce development, energy, and finance. Roger's legal practice includes service on behalf of indigent defendants as a Maryland Judiciary Court Appointed Attorney. He holds a joint Juris Doctor / Masters of Intellectual Property Law degree.
443-343-7143
48 Maryland Avenue, Suite 400, Annapolis, MD, 21401,
443-223-8463
48 Maryland Avenue, Suite 400, Annapolis, MD, 21401,
1) Affirm
2) American Massage Therapy Association - MD Chapter
3) Avangrid
5) Brigit, Inc
7) CTIA- The Wireless Association
8) CVS Health and All Affiliated Subsidiaries
9) Distilled Spirits Council of the United States, Inc.
10) Donate Life Maryland, Inc.
11) Guidehouse
12) HNTB Corporation
13) Infinite Legacy
14) JJF Management Services, Inc.
15) Lockheed Martin
16) Maryland - American Water Company, Inc.
17) Maryland Association for Justice, Inc.
18) Maryland Association of Public Library Administrators
19) Maryland State Child Care Association
20) Maryland Veterinary Medical Association
21) Mid-Atlantic Renewable Energy Coalition Action (MAREC Action)
23) NextEra Energy Resources, LLC
24) PPE Casino Resorts Maryland, LLC
25) TIAA
27) Viatris
28) Wawa, Inc.
29) Workday
443-343-7143
48 Maryland Avenue, Suite 400, Annapolis, MD, 21401,
2) Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind LLC
3) Brigit, Inc
4) Chesapeake Solar & Storage Association (CHESSA)
6) Cloverleaf Standardbred Owners Association
7) Coalition for Community Solar Access, Inc.
9) CTIA- The Wireless Association
10) CVS Health and All Affiliated Subsidiaries
11) Distilled Spirits Council of the United States, Inc.
12) Enterprise RAC Company of Maryland LLC
13) Guidehouse
14) HNTB Corporation
16) Lockheed Martin
17) Maryland - American Water Company, Inc.
18) Maryland Association for Justice, Inc.
20) Mid-Atlantic Renewable Energy Coalition Action (MAREC Action)
21) Montgomery County Career Fire Fighters Association, Local 1664
22) National Alliance for the Mentally Ill Maryland (NAMI MD)
23) NextEra Energy Resources, LLC
24) PPE Casino Resorts Maryland, LLC
25) Sanofi US
27) TIAA
29) Viatris
30) Wawa, Inc.
410-990-1250
14 State Cir, Annapolis, MD, 21401,
443-343-7143
48 Maryland Avenue, Suite 400, Annapolis, MD, 21401,
