Identifying key offices at all levels of government and helping you make and maintain effective contact;
	Tailoring your message to resonate within these offices;
	Preparing you to effectively deliver your message; and
	Attending your meetings and coordinating all of the necessary follow-up.

We also offer advocacy training and provide copies of our Congressional Advocacy Pocketbook® (see Seminars).

SWAT Team (Short-term Washington Advocacy Tactics) -
(Sample Statement of Work)
Many are overwhelmed by Congress, State Legislatures and the political process in general. Because of SML Consulting's advocacy training capabilities and its lobbying experience, it is exceptionally qualified to:

	Help introduce first time visitors to the legislative arena;
	Assist organizations that have limited legislative budgets and no full-time legislative representation with specific legislative efforts;
	Provide short-term assistance with a "rifle shot" or targeted approach on specific issues;
	Compliment full-scale lobbying efforts by providing a seasoned lobbyist to staff and manage inexperienced advocates;and
	Give organizations considering employing full-time representation a taste of what legislative advocacy is about.

Beyond providing traditional yearly government relations representation, SML Consulting also offers a new paradigm in lobbying — an experienced lobbyist for targeted assistance on a short-term basis. To view a sample statement of work, please click on the above link.

Grassroots Advocacy and Coalition Building -
Lawmakers at all levels react when they hear from the grassroots (their constituents) and coalitions (local interest groups).We know how to organize grassroots and coalitions to effectively deliver local perspectives that resonate with elected officials.We will:

	Mobilize community support during policy debates;
	Sway public opinion through bought and earned media;
	Look for ways to reward policy makers for supporting our position; and
	Build a diverse network of supportive advocates.

We will help establish your coalition or grassroots effort as a welcome resource for policy makers and build the foundation for strong working relationships.