How does a bill go from an idea to a signed document on the governor’s desk? You need to understand the Utah legislative process in order to […]
Transparent and In Compliance: The Importance of Following Lobbying Guidelines When lobbying, it is critical to be aware of the regulations and laws pertaining to lobbying in […]
Examining the Past to Predict the 2024 Republican Candidate As our nation looks to the 2024 Presidential election, an examination of the not-so-distant past can also give […]
What inequities do you see in Utah healthcare? What issues concern you? What things do you wish could be changed to improve the patient experience? Everyone has […]
With the development of new technologies that allow firms to produce at a faster and more efficient rate comes the creation of taxes and manufacturing regulations that […]
One of the most effective ways to make your voice heard in the political arena is through the help of a lobbyist. While it is extremely important […]
The Impact of Technology The world’s dependence on technology has become more prevalent in recent years, its purpose being to disrupt the traditional processes we follow in […]
Lobbyists are Topic Specialists How does lobbying benefit the government? Well, lobbyists are topic specialists. When they are working with a client, they take the time to […]
Understanding how lobbying works is very important. Lobbying is a popular method for influencing change. Lobbyists have helped thousands if not millions of companies and organizations get […]
What is a Referendum and Why Does it Matter? A referendum gives the people the opportunity to oppose something that the legislature has passed. It matters because […]
Working with Lobbyists: A Five-Step Process Lobbyists work to facilitate the process of change and improvement in a variety of different environments and circumstances. Whether it be […]
Direct Lobbying vs Grassroots Lobbying Sometimes you will hear people using different terminology for lobbying. Terms like grassroots lobbying or direct lobbying. What is the difference between […]
Since schools are already overseen by organizations like the state school board and accreditation organizations, what exactly can an education lobbyist do? Education lobbyists are powerful because […]
Grassroots lobbying focuses on using the voice of the people to create change by getting the public involved and spreading awareness. Whereas a traditional lobbyist will focus […]
When hiring a lobbyist, you want to make sure that you chose someone who is a good fit for you. You may not want to hire a […]
What is the difference between a lobbyist and an advocate? What is a Lobbyist? A lobbyist is someone who solves problems with the government. They work with […]
A lobbyist’s purpose is to solve problems with the government. If your organization or business has a government-related issue, a lobbyist can help you find a solution. […]
Are Lobbyists Lawyers? Sometimes people get confused about the difference between a lobbyist and a lawyer. Are lobbyists lawyers? The simple answer is no. Lawyer: Counsel Regarding […]
Have you ever asked yourself “What is a lobbyist?” A lobbyist helps clients navigate the complexities of government. Lobbying goes far outside of the lobby of the […]
What Does An Attorney General Do? I asked Sean Reyes to explain what an attorney general does. Sean explained, “There’s a lot of the job description but […]
Sean Reyes is currently serving as Utah’s Attorney General. In 2013, after the resignation of Attorney General John Swallow, Sean was appointed as the Attorney General by […]
Behind the Scenes: Getting to Know Our Elected Officials: In the podcast, we try to get a little behind the scenes of what happens in politics, one […]
Lehi Mayor Mark Johnson’s Story I think it’s important to know that our leaders are average, everyday people who have just decided they want to make a […]
Nathan Ivie came on the scene pretty quickly in 2015 when he ran for Utah County Commissioner’s Office. He served as a Utah Commissioner from 2016-2020. Equine […]
Bill Wright, Payson Mayor: Finding a Balance I wanted to have Mayor Wright on the podcast because he is the mayor of a fast-growing city in South […]
Friends for 22 Years Sue Duckworth and I have known each other for 22 years. We got to know each other when we were both spouses of […]
Curt Bramble and I have been friends for many years. He is going into his 21st session as a Utah State Senator this year. He was first […]
I am excited to introduce you to a special guest. Most of the time people who listen to this podcast expect to hear the Governor, or a […]
Val Peterson and I have been friends for years. He is an exceptional person and stands out because of his ability to wear so many hats. He […]
Cindie Quintana and I have been friends for a long time. I was excited for the opportunity to talk to her about her decision to transition from […]
Transitioning from Activist to County Official Amelia Gardner started out as an activist and then ran for Utah County Clerk/Auditor. She is still an activist at heart […]
Dealing with the Police: A Conversation with Mayor Troy Walker Troy Walker: Mayor of Draper I met Troy Walker through my late wife, Becky. There was no […]
Working Together for Utah Education I’ve known Dr. Sydnee Dickson for a long time. She’s had to put up with me for a while. I’m kind of […]
Unlocking Utah Politics with Stan Lockhart: Episode 8 I had the opportunity to sit down with John Dougall to talk about his role as Utah State Auditor. […]
Deidre Henderson Started Out Working with Jason Chaffetz on His Campaign I first met Deidre Henderson when she was helping out with Jason Chaffetz’s seemingly impossible run […]
Politics as a Sport I had the opportunity to sit down with my friend Senator Todd Weiler. The thing that stood out to me most about our […]
Chris Campbell is the former Assistant Secretary at the U.S. Department of the Treasury. He currently serves as Chief Strategist at Duff and Phelps. He is a […]
3rd Female Candidate in Utah History to File and Run for Governor: I had the opportunity to visit with Aimee Winder Newton about her recent run for governor. […]
Sideline View of Utah Politics: Part 2 of Conversation with Jeff Burningham This campaign was unlike any other. Traditionally candidates get into these races and they focus […]
The Power of Disruption Jeff Burningham talked about the importance of disruption in life. He said, “I needed to disrupt myself a little bit too. I believe […]
New Podcast: Sideline View of Politics with John Dougall I’m excited to announce that I’ve started a new podcast called “Sideline View of Politics.” For my inaugural […]
The momentum and pace of the Utah State Legislative session is comparable to the experiences of standing on top of a mountain full of snow and rolling […]
It is the season of strategy models and projections for the upcoming year, and as your organization weighs proposed methods and programs against desired goals and outcomes, you should consider if hiring a government relations lobbyist is the right move.
It is the season of strategy models and projections for the upcoming year, and as your organization weighs proposed methods and programs against desired goals and outcomes, you should consider if hiring a government relations lobbyist is the right move.
It is the season of strategy models and projections for the upcoming year, and as your organization weighs proposed methods and programs against desired goals and outcomes, you should consider if hiring a government relations lobbyist is the right move.
It is the season of strategy models and projections for the upcoming year, and as your organization weighs proposed methods and programs against desired goals and outcomes, you should consider if hiring a government relations lobbyist is the right move.
It has been said that if you give thanks for a little, you will find a lot. As I reflect on today and the years past, I find great truth in these words. I have…
With the workplace changing so dramatically, we need to ensure that our children are receiving an education that will prepare them for this dynamic work environment. There are so many options out there and as they enter the workforce they will likely change jobs multiple…
Innovation is at the heart of tech. My experience around the country has shown me that there is an entrepreneurial spirit in Utah that is unmatched. For a plethora of reasons, Utahns are generally good at looking for disruptive technologies and they aren’t afraid to fail….