Federal Policy

Direct Lobbying

Whether it’s to advance your interests in pending legislation, promote new regulations, or refine existing laws, WSW has the expertise, established relationships, and political savvy to effectively represent your organization in Washington – just as we’ve done for our diverse client base for a decade.

WSW navigates the complex and often intimidating legislative processes for you, confers with influential decision-makers, creates awareness of your needs, and makes your viewpoints heard. We’ll develop, implement, and manage aggressive, targeted strategies to ensure a strong base of legislative support for your organization – and to defend and champion your interests.

Additionally, WSW will monitor policy developments, build alliances, advocate agendas during budget negotiations, and help guide agency decisions to promote and protect your objectives.

Establishing a Meaningful Federal Presence

WSW excels at building dynamic relationships between our clients, Members of Congress, and Executive Branch personnel. Not just for an immediate return, but to create long-term partnerships in Washington that can provide ongoing support for your organization. Doing so requires a keen understanding of the political environment, a sensitivity to the issues involved, and extensive relationships forged over time.

There’s no substitute for having solid relationships with your elected officials and we will help nurture these. But, we’ll also cultivate alliances with other key decision-makers who can significantly impact your agenda or your industry.

True success in Washington isn’t measured in days, but over time. That’s why WSW fosters relationships that can yield long-lasting results for our clients.

Maximizing Opportunities/Minimizing Crises

When choosing a government relations firm, it’s important to consider that firm’s ability to respond to breaking developments – both potentially positive and damaging ones.

Why? Because change can happen rapidly in Washington, to your industry, or to your company. During these critical situations, moments matter. They can mean the difference between seizing an opportunity before your competitors do – or perhaps suffering a setback that erodes years of effort.

You need a trusted voice in Washington that can act swiftly and responsibly on your behalf. At WSW, we’re always prepared – from knowing our clients so well – and willing to jump into action to capture an opportunity or mitigate a crisis. That’s just part of our commitment to our clients. Additionally, our client understanding and political awareness enables us to identify potential problems or opportunities for your company before they surface.

Joint Federal and State Lobbying

Federal and state interests often intersect, and WSW has the resources to work on your agenda at both levels. WSW is a partner with the largest independent state lobbying firm. This means whether you need coverage in a single state capitol or several, WSW can devise and implement an effective plan for your agenda.

Contact WSW at (202) 589-0800 for an initial consultation, or to learn more about how our services can help your organization succeed in Washington.