CLB Partners, LLC, founded in 2012, is a full-service, bipartisan consulting firm specializing in state and federal government relations, public affairs/communications, strategic advisory services and business consulting. The partners and staff at CLB Partners are well versed in New Jersey government; whether it is the Executive Branch Cabinet and immediate staff of Legislators from around New Jersey, our experience is unparalleled. Our firms bi-partisanship, allows us to move seamlessly through either caucus in the Legislature or any geography within the State. Our regional diversity, allows us to work within all regions of state, whether it be northern, central or southern New Jersey.

We work in a collaborative and bipartisan way to address a client's specific needs and are proud of our high ethical standards, reputation, and track record of success. We value our reputation and that of our clients, and place a premium on honesty, integrity, and long-term relationships. Our clients are our partners. We strive to be both trusted advisors and effective advocates. We believe in hard work, a disciplined process, consistent communication, accountability, and success.

CLB Partners has been at the forefront leading the debate on issues of local, state and national importance, including casino gaming, education, energy, environment, union labor, financial services, transportation, health care, telecommunications, and engineering.

Our strong understanding of the public affairs and government relations' process helps us maximize our efforts for our clients' benefit in all aspects of government, from local to state to federal.

Our firm's capabilities are reflective of the unique political environment, offering solutions statewide. We distinguish ourselves by having bi-partisan talent that comes from the highest levels of business, government, politics and. As such, we collaborate to create dynamic strategies that adapt to challenges and shape the outcome for our clients, deploying whatever capability, tactic and team is best for the challenge. Our proven results are reflected annually in Public Laws, committee reports, agency budgets and regulatory activities.

List of Services:
Government & Public Affairs
State & Local Advocacy
Grassroots Coalition Building
Grassroots Advocacy
Public Relations
Business Development

Successfully negotiated complex compliance and enforcement issues with state agencies to reduce the penalty liability on behalf of our clients

Successfully obtain various permits and reduced the timeframe for review at regulatory agencies

Provided access to high-level officials at governmental agencies

Analyzed and provided public comments clients on various regulatory proposals

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Deputy Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection

Mr. Glass provides extensive knowledge of environmental policy and regulatory processes to CLB Partners. Having previously served as Deputy Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP), Mr. Glass oversaw many high-level projects including $380 million in post-Sandy resiliency projects. In addition, as Deputy Commissioner, Mr. Glass was tasked with overseeing major policy initiatives as well as improving efficiency within the NJDEP.

Prior to being named Deputy Commissioner, Mr. Glass served as Deputy Chief of Staff within the NJDEP. In this role, he forged close relationships with Members of the New Jersey Legislature and New Jersey Congressional Delegation as he oversaw the legislative process for NJDEP and testified before various legislative committees.

Prior to NJDEP, Mr. Glass served as Director of Community Relations for Congressman Leonard Lance. In this role, he forged close relationships with various state, county and local elected officials. In addition to his public service, he has been actively involved in several state and federal campaigns in New Jersey, which serves as an example of his versatility to understand politics as well as public policy.

Mr. Glass received his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and History from Rutgers University.