SML | Consulting

“I relied on SML Consulting to supplement our state lobbying team when we needed additional resources to fend off serious and multiple legislative threats. SML Consulting brought knowledge of public power issues and important industry relationships to bear on behalf of our legislative agenda. The arrangement ensured we had the complete coverage we needed for an intensive and targeted lobbying effort, and gave us additional firepower just when we needed it.”

Jane Dunn Cirrincione
Assistant Manager, Legislative & Regulatory
Northern California Power Agency

Government Relations

Legislative Communications:

Organizations are increasingly influenced by the decisions made by local, state and federal elected officials who all rely on constituents and stakeholders for input and advice. In order to assure that your priorities are given the attention they deserve, you must reach out to build these relationships.

We help you manage those relationships by:

  • 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®.

Government Funding:

Many are overwhelmed by seeking government funding. SML Consulting has secured government funding for clients through federal grants, Congress, state and local sources. We are exceptionally qualified to:

  • Identify funding opportunities and potential partners;
  • Help you package your funding request and related messaging;
  • Organize, manage and conduct visits with Congress and agency officials;
  • Secure Congressional champions and agencies supporters for your project; and
  • Follow your funding request from conceptualization to completion.

Grassroots Advocacy and Coalition Building (Policy, Public Opinion and Business):

Lawmakers at all levels respond when they hear a unified message from the grassroots (their constituents) and coalitions (local and industry interest groups). We know how to organize grassroots and coalitions to effectively deliver local perspectives and unified messages that resonate with elected officials.

These skills are also applied to benefit industry and business groups. When an industry shares a common goal, organizing the various stakeholders into a mutually supportive network to advance collective interests can help drive revenue for all participants.

We will establish your coalition or grassroots effort as a welcome resource for policy makers and industry, building the foundation for strong relationships and future successes.

In response to client’s needs over the years, SMLC has created a comprehensive offering with government relations, strategic marketing and business investment working in tandem to advance client interests. All of these areas require the ability to communicate with a distinct and demanding audience.