There are over 3,000 registered lobbyists in the State of Illinois. How does an organization choose the right one?
Effective lobbying must include three components:
Understanding the legislative process is one of BBC’s strengths. The right message has to reach the right person at the right time. We provide up-to-the-minute information about legislative action so you can be proactive rather than reactive to achieve your public policy goals.
Lobbying is the cornerstone of the firm’s business. In addition to direct lobbying, BBC can produce legislative research, volunteer advocacy training, up-to-the-minute legislative monitoring, and an array of reporting for organizations and their stakeholders. BBC also provides consultation and assistance to develop and manage a political action committee or a political giving strategy for your organization.
Politics is a game of addition. An effective coalition brings together diverse interests for the same purpose. Putting together an effective coalition is essential to impact public policy. We help you identify organizations that can support your goals, provide direction, facilitate communication, and promote cohesion to achieve the desired outcome.
Whether building a broad-based grassroots campaign or mobilizing policy makers at the highest levels of government, BBC can use the power of the individual to achieve your goals. We have experience with crafting and implementing grassroots/tops strategies, and can call on a highly developed network of contacts to put advocacy in action.
Public sector projects depend on the expertise of private sector businesses. The firms that successfully compete for that business understand how the state procurement and budget processes work. BBC can help your organization establish strategic relationships with decision makers, understand state procurement laws, and navigate the appropriations process to your advantage.