Podcasts about state government affairs

Claire Conlon has a long history in the capitol community. She got her start as a legislative aide in 2011, and has held a wide variety of roles since, including Press Secretary for Senate leader Kevin de León and Chief of Staff to Asm. Cottie Petrie-Norris. While building that impressive resume, she did something unusual: she left. In 2017 Conlon left the capitol, the state, and eventually the country, traveling the world for a full year - job title "Vagabond" on her Linkedin. Returning to the state in 2018, she picked up where she had left off. In 2023, she left the capitol again - this time for private industry. She is currently the Senior Director of State Government Affairs for Biocom California, where she manages and implements their state legislative policy agenda.Claire shared stories from her capitol journey and other travels, offers advice for new legislators, and talks about her new role in California's second largest industry.  Plus - Who had the Worst Week in CA Politics?1:11 First time on a podcast!3:55 What was it like to be a Press Sec. for a Legislative leader?4:15 Dee Dee Myers shout-out5:21 Origin story9:12 From school to the capitol11:40 Around the world15:33 What did the trip change for you?18:06 Advice for new legislators20:37 Thoughts on gender parity in the Senate21:43 New role at Biocom23:02 Second-largest industry in California24:14 St. Patrick's Day dancers at the capitol25:27 Favorite state capitol?26:38 Hot topics: Drug affordability and access29:38 #WWCAWant to support the Capitol Weekly Podcast? Make your tax deductible donation here: capitolweekly.net/donations/ Capitol Weekly Podcast theme is "Pickin' My Way" by Eddie Lang "#WorstWeekCA" Beat provided by freebeats.io

This week on the podcast, you might have seen Governor Pritzker's recent State of the State address delivered to the general assembly on February 20th. In this address the governor specifically called out the current need for more housing in the state. Here to talk to us a bit more about what we're doing to work with lawmakers to make it a reality, we have our old friend the Vice President of State Government Affairs for your Illinois REALTORS Jimmy Clayton. Jimmy brings to light 2 of our 5 bills currently in the legislature that are truly building up steam to help ease the affordability crisis.

In this episode, TXOGA President Todd Staples and Shana Joyce, Vice President of Government and Regulatory Affairs, discuss the Association's annual Lone Star Energy Forum held in November 2024.In addition, they play the video footage of the panel discussion, “Lone Star Leadership: Navigating the 89th Legislative Landscape,” featuring State Senators Bryan Hughes, Charles Perry and César Blanco, moderated by Kari Gibson, Manager of State Government Affairs for the Lower 48 State Region for ConocoPhillips. The panelists provided insights into the upcoming 89th Legislative Session, highlighting their legislative priorities as well as potential legislation to expand water and electricity infrastructure to meet the needs of a rapidly growing Texas.--TXOGA: TXOGA Lone Star Energy Forum Features 66th U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and Governor Greg Abbott

It's amazing how resilient the human spirit can be. I've spoken to folks living alone with dementia who find ingenious ways to adapt. One gentleman, a former engineer, rigged up his whole house with reminders – lights that flashed when it was time to take his medication, a talking clock that announced mealtimes... it was incredible! Of course, not everyone has that knack for invention, but there are simpler things that can make a world of difference. Things like..." Safety First...making sure the home is safe. You'd be surprised how a simple rug or a poorly lit hallway can become a hazard. One woman I spoke to, bless her heart, tripped over a phone cord and ended up with a broken hip. It's heartbreaking, but preventable!" Memory Reminders...little things to jog the memory. Like, labeling drawers with pictures of what's inside, or using a whiteboard calendar for appointments. I remember this lovely lady who used to lay out her clothes for the next day every evening, just like she did for her kids when they were small. It gave her a sense of control, you know?" Simplicity Makes it Happen...sticking to a routine. It's comforting, like a familiar path in the woods. This one fellow, a retired teacher, swore by his morning walk. Rain or shine, he'd be out there, getting his exercise and saying hello to his neighbors. It kept him connected to the world.” Our Guest: Michael Splaine is owner and principal in Splaine Consulting, a small advocacy and government affairs consulting firm based in Washington DC. Immediately prior to starting this company, Mike was Director of State Government Affairs in the Public Policy Division of the US Alzheimer's Association with whom he enjoyed a 23-year career, during which time he and his business partner Kate Gordon were the architects of the state AD plan strategy that started in 2007. He is the managing partner of a related company Recruitment Partners LLC focused on improving the pace, quality and diversity of recruitment into dementia clinical trials. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Related Episodes: Can Technology & Innovation Change Aging at Home? Caring for Elderly Parents Who Live Alone ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Sign Up for more Advice & Wisdom - email newsletter. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Please help us keep our show going by supporting our sponsors. Thank you. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Feeling overwhelmed? HelpTexts can be your pocket therapist. Going through a tough time? HelpTexts offers confidential support delivered straight to your phone via text message. Whether you're dealing with grief, caregiving stress, or just need a mental health boost, their expert-guided texts provide personalized tips and advice. Sign up for a year of support and get: Daily or twice-weekly texts tailored to your situation Actionable strategies to cope and move forward Support for those who care about you (optional) HelpTexts makes getting help easy and convenient. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Make Your Brain Span Match Your LifeSpan Relevate from NeuroReserve I've been focusing a lot on taking care of my brain health, & I've found this supplement called RELEVATE to be incredibly helpful. It provides me with 17 nutrients that support brain function & help keep me sharp. Since you're someone I care about, I wanted to share this discovery with you. You can order it with my code: FM15 & get 15% OFF your order. With Relevate nutritional supplement, you get science-backed nutrition to help protect your brain power today and for years to come. You deserve a brain span that lasts as long as your lifespan. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Join Fading Memories On Social Media! If you've enjoyed this episode, please share this podcast with other caregivers! You'll find us on social media at the following links.

In this episode of the Locked On Pharmacy podcast, we dive deep into the "End Harmful Practices of PBMs" campaign, recently launched in fall 2024 by the American Pharmacists Association (APhA). This critical initiative aims to accelerate pharmaceutical benefit manager (PBM) reform across the nation. Join us as we explore the importance of state and federal collaboration to address the pressing issues surrounding PBM practices that impact both pharmacies and patients. Our distinguished guests, including Representative Nousse and Brian from the Oregon State Pharmacy Association, share insights into the legislative battles and reform strategies aimed at curbing PBM practices like spread pricing and clawbacks, which contribute to pharmacy closures and hinder patient access to essential medications—particularly in rural communities. Key Topics Discussed: The Role of State Lawmakers in PBM Reform Why state-level engagement is essential to shaping a broader, unified approach to PBM reform. Messages for federal legislators considering crucial PBM-related bills such as S. 2973, S. 3430, and S. 127, which could significantly alter the regulatory landscape. Oregon's Legislative Efforts on PBM Reform Representative Nousse details the key legislative measures being introduced or passed in Oregon to address PBM practices. The real-world impact of PBM tactics on patient access, particularly in rural Oregon where pharmacy closures pose a significant challenge. Advocacy and Mobilization Efforts by the Oregon State Pharmacy Association Brian shares how the Oregon State Pharmacy Association has been active in supporting these legislative efforts and the strategies proven effective in rallying pharmacists and lawmakers. National Implications of State-Level Reform Michael discusses the broader impact of state-level efforts on the national landscape of pharmacy practice and patient care, emphasizing how Oregon's experiences reflect common challenges seen across the country. Challenges in Passing PBM Reform Legislation Representative Nousse talks candidly about the obstacles faced when pushing for PBM reform, including resistance from PBM lobbyists. The importance of overcoming these challenges to protect patient access to medications and support the sustainability of community pharmacies. Join us in this powerful discussion to understand the challenges and progress in the fight against harmful PBM practices, and how these reforms can shape the future of pharmacy care for patients across the U.S. Guests: Brian Mayo – Executive Director, Oregon State Pharmacy Association Rob Nosse – Oregon State Representative District 42 Dr. Michael Murphy PharmD – Senior Advisor for State Government Affairs, American Pharmacists Association Tune in to this episode of Locked On Pharmacy to stay informed on the progress and next steps in PBM reform!

In this episode of Molecule to Market, you'll go inside the outsourcing space of the global drug development sector with Tamar Thompson, Head of Global Corporate Affairs at Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease. Your host, Raman Sehgal, discusses the pharmaceutical and biotechnology space with Tamar, covering: The epidemiological challenge of rare diseases and representing the topic at the White House Why is rare disease drug development so hard, but why is there so much interest in the area given the tech advancements? The value and impact of an acquisition for mid-sized biotech by pharma giant AstraZeneca Some top tips from the perspective of being a minority, female leader in the industry... and the importance of finding your champions Tamar leads global corporate affairs and is responsible for communications, government affairs, and policy for Alexion. In addition, she serves as Chairwoman of the Board for Alexion's charitable foundation and the Alexion lead for Inclusion and Diversity.  Before Alexion, Tamar led Federal Executive Branch Strategy and State Government Affairs for Bristol-Myers Squibb. Tamar has more than 20 years of progressive healthcare experience spanning across several industry sectors. Tamar holds a M.S. in Health Sciences with a concentration in Public Health from Trident University. Tamar also serves as Chair at MassBio, is on the board of directors for the Boston Chamber, and sits on the Schwartz Center (MassGeneral Hospital) Leadership Council.   Please subscribe, tell your industry colleagues and join us in celebrating and promoting the value and importance of the global life science outsourcing space. We'd also appreciate a positive rating! This episode of Molecule to Market is sponsored by Vetter, a global leader in aseptic filling solutions for injectable products in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. Discover more about Vetter's comprehensive services, from early-stage development to commercial production, and how they support clients in delivering high-quality therapies to the market. Molecule to Market is sponsored and funded by ramarketing, an international marketing, design, digital and content agency helping companies differentiate, get noticed and grow in life sciences.

Jack Quinn: Head, State Government Affairs for Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Jack Quinn leads Regeneron Pharmaceutical's state policy, advocacy, regulatory, and political activity across all 50 states. Born-and-raised in Buffalo, NY, Jack attended Siena College and SUNY Buffalo Law School.  After being admitted to the New York Bar, Quinn served as a prosecutor for the Erie County District Attorneys Office. Elected to the New York State Assembly in 2004.  Jack served six years (2005-2010) in the legislature representing the 146th Assembly District (Erie County).  A member of the Republican Party, Quinn served on the Assembly Judiciary, Higher Education, Banks, Transportation and Ethics Committees. Following his six-year tenure in the Assembly, Jack has spent the last 14 years lobbying across 35+ states for several pharmaceutical manufacturers (Allergan, Vertex, and Sanofi) as well as ExxonMobil.  In his two prior roles, Quinn led State Government Relations teams for Alexion Pharmaceuticals and Regence BlueCross BlueShield. In addition to his role with Regeneron, Jack has also spent the last six years serving as a Northeast Charter School Network (NESCN) board member.  NESCN is a non-profit organization that advocates for pro-charter school legislative policies on behalf of over 150 school across New York and Connecticut.  Jack and his family live in Manhattan.

In the latest episode of Nopixafterdark, Aaron sat down with Altmann R. Pannell, MPA, Director of Government Relations over the Mid-Atlantic Region Coca-Cola Consolidated Davion Percy, Vice President of Community Relations & Public Policy with Luminis Health, and Maurice Simpson, Jr., JD Senior State Government Affairs Manager at Constellation- these three Government Relations Executives have been friends for over a decade. They shared their life stories and discussed how they became friends while working together in Prince George's County Government. Their motto is “Stronger Together”. Tune in to learn more about their journey and how they continue to make an impact in their communities and Annapolis. #Nopixafterdark #communitysupport i#governmentrelations #Friendship #Annapolis Bios Altmann R. Pannell is a native of Petersburg, Virginia, who began his career of service through his achievement of the Boy Scouts of America, Eagle Scout Rank during his matriculation through high school. Altmann earned a B.A. in African American Studies with a focus in Public Policy from the University of Maryland College Park in 2009 and a Master of Public Administration with a focus in Public Policy from Bowie State University in 2016. Upon graduation, Altmann began his career in the arena of politics and government relations serving under three elected officials in the State of Maryland for over 10 years. In March 2016, Altmann began working in the Non-Profit Sector of the District of Columbia for Food & Friends Inc., as the Manager of Intergovernmental Relations and Public Funding. After a successful service career with Food & Friends, Altmann continued to strive for higher aspirations and worked for the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA) in 2019 as the Director of Government and External Affairs. During his tenure at IACLEA, Altmann directly interacted with and advocated to, members of the U.S. Congress, the Executive Administration, and federal government agencies in the public safety arena. In pursuit of enhancing best practices and striving to find solutions to problems in the policing community, Altmann worked tirelessly to bring different perspectives to difficult conversations addressing community policing in America. During his time at IACLEA, he was also tasked to lead the COVID-19 Rapid Response Task Force for the nation's Colleges and Universities at the onset and throughout the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic. In the early Spring of 2021, Altmann was presented with an excellent opportunity to join Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc., as the Director of Government Relations over the Mid-Atlantic Region. Coca-Cola Consolidated is the largest independent bottler of Coca-Cola in the United States. Since that time, Altmann has continued to work to raise awareness surrounding the positive economic, environmental, social, and sustainable impact that his company and The Coca-Cola brand have on the region and country as a whole. Davion Percy is a Government Relations Executive with nearly 2 decades of experience in Government and Politics. He began his career by working in Prince George's County Government. While with the county, he worked for 5 years. The executive branch and another 5 years in the legislative branch before taking so government relations job at Alexander & Cleaver, P.A. (A&C). He quickly rose through the ranks of A&C, becoming Vice President of Government Relations before leaving to launch his firm, Percy Public Affairs. He now serves Luminis Health as its Vice President of Community Relations & Public Policy.   Maurice Simpson Jr. JD has established himself as a leader in government, grassroots politics, and the private sector. As Senior Manager of State Government Affairs for Constellation, the nation's largest clean energy provider, Maurice leads the company's legislative and regulatory efforts to modernize energy policies for customers in Maryland, DC and Delaware. Prior to joining Constellation, Maurice spent over 7 years in public service as an aide to the Prince George's County Council. He was elected president of the Prince George's County Young Democrats and served as an At-Large Member of the Democratic National Committee (DNC) Youth Council. With over 60,000 votes, Maurice was elected one of the youngest Delegates to the 2016 Democratic National Convention. Maurice is native of Prince George's County, Maryland where he serves on the board of Ardmore Enterprises, a local non-profit that empowers people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. He is an active member of the Prince George's County NAACP and First Baptist Church of Glenarden.

You've probably heard about "Right to Repair" in industry news of late, and you may or may not have dug into this battle waging in the background of the collision repair industry. Today, we'll speak with two of the foremost experts on the topic to update us where we are today and how the conversations surrounding "right to repair" will continue to shape our industry. Aaron Shulenburg is the Executive Director for the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) and Wayne Weikel is the Vice President of State Government Affairs at Alliance For Automotive Innovation. In today's conversation, Aaron, Wayne and host Cole Strandberg will dive into all the latest in the Right to Repair conversation and how it impacts you. Enjoy the show!

On this episode of Tooth Talk, Sarah and Peter sit down with Chad Olson, Director of State Government Affairs at the American Dental Association, to discuss the recent surge of MLR legislation in State Houses. How does MLR fit into the 50 Labs of Democracy? MLR, or Medical Loss Ratio, refers to the percentage of your insurance premiums that are mandated to go to care rather than administrative costs. In the medical field, MLR is governed by the Affordable Care Act. Chad helps explain the reasons that it is important that this be extended to include dental insurance. With special guest: Chad Olson; Director, State Government Affairs, American Dental Association

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In this episode Pam Shaw, MD, FAAP, chair of the AAP Committee on State Government Affairs, explains what will happen when the COVID-19 public health emergency ends and Medicaid no longer is available to children and families. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Lauren Martin, PhD, about the prevalence of trading sex among cisgender boys. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Have you ever wondered what the medical billing codes behind your healthcare bills were? How was your bill determined? Well, you're in luck! Our guest int his episode is Tamar Thompson, Avidity Bioscience Director and Vice President, Head of Corporate Affairs of Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease, who is the expert on medical billing codes. Tamar talks about her journey toward her current position at Alexion and her insight on rare disease patient policy advocacy. Prior to her joining Alexion, Tamar led Federal Executive Branch Strategy and State Government Affairs for Bristol-Myers Squibb and served as a strategic policy advisor for ADVI. Tamar has always been a driver toward helping patients through policy. Her work has been instrumental in informing rare disease patient advocacy and healthcare policies. Do you have any thoughts? Please email us at hello@rosenmaninstitute.org. We post new episodes every Monday. “The Health Technology Podcast” is produced by Herminio Neto, hosted by Christine Winoto, and engineered by Andrew John Rojek

Mike Splaine, owner of Splaine Consulting and past Director of State Government Affairs in the Public Policy Division of the US Alzheimer's Association, talks with co-hosts Carol Zernial, M.A., nationally known gerontologist, and award winning veteran broadcaster and attorney, Ron Aaron, about Loneliness in Caregiving.

Marc Hyden, Director of State Government Affairs at R Street and author of Gaius Marius: The Rise and Fall of Rome's Saviour, joins the show to discuss the life of one of the Roman Republic's most innovative and controversial generals: Gaius Marius. ▪️ Times  • 01:33 Introduction • 01:46 An interest in Rome • 04:06 Growing pains • 06:36 The man born in Arpinum • 09:46 Serving in the legions • 11:37 Jugurtha  • 13:25 Roman politics   • 20:31 Marius in Numidia  • 28:51 Sulla and political reform • 37:06 The Cimbri and Teutones and “Marius's Mules”  • 43:05 Career on the rocks  • 49:02 Social War to Civil War • 56:27 “Do you dare kill Gaius Marius?”

Join us for a "fireside chat" with Kim Harriman, SVP, State Government Affairs and Corporate Communications at Avangrid, a sustainable energy company and PLMA member. Kim's extensive background in the development of energy policy from both a governmental and vendor perspective has provided her with a unique point of view on the ways in which all parties can work together effectively to advance the energy transition. With her deep legal and technical expertise, and her public and private sector work experiences, Kim will discuss valuable lessons around career changing, working inside complex technological environments, and her efforts to build effective, collaborative teams. Everyone welcome!

This month, Washington Hospitality Association President & CEO Anthony Antonsits down with Julia Gorton, Director of State Government Affairs. The two talk about the recent election in Washington state and the upcoming 2023 legislative session. Have questions? Email podcast@wahospitality.org.  Here are some of the links mentioned in this podcast:  Clean Buildings Concierge Program: Email kenw@wahospitality.org.  Get your 2023 Labor Poster.  Award winners from the hospitality conference. Thank you to our sponsor, HR Solutions.   Sign up for text alerts during this legislative session: Text "SERVE" to 52886. Subscribe to Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast on Soundwise

https://cutt.ly/WhatAreYourThoughts (https://cutt.ly/WhatAreYourThoughts) Advocacy can take many forms, from speaking out publicly to organizing groups to writing letters to elected officials. Whatever the form, advocacy is an important way to bring attention to issues and make change. And although anyone can be an advocate, there's definitely an art to being an “Effective Advocate”. Today, Dr. Gaggino talks with Dr. Pam Shaw who has perfected the art of advocacy. Among the many hats that Dr. Pam Shaw wears, (i.e., Professor of Pediatrics, Assistant Dean for Clinical Sciences, Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Services, President of the Kansas Chapter of the AAP– just to name a few), her passion to make things better for all children has no boundaries.  Listen in to not only Dr. Shaw's personal journey, but also about her work in Washington, D.C. on behalf of all children everywhere.    [00:33 -12:46] Opening Segment Dr. Gaggino introduces us to Dr. Pam Shaw What drives Dr. Shaw's passion to be an AAP Advocate on the national level?   What does an AAP Advocate actually do? For children's issues, you need lots of organizations working together [12:47- 25:03]  Bipartisan Concerns   Good opportunity to start with AAP Politics are affecting the doctor/patient relationship Learning opportunities are created when local chapters share successes as well failures with each other In order to make an impact, VOTE!! [25:04 -41:20]  Emphasis On Pediatrician's Needs Safety Training Vaccine Funding Mental Health parity Payment for Services Coding review     [41:21 -45:13] How Can Pediatricians Up Their Game? Join your local chapter of AAP Sign up to be a key contact for AAP VOTE! (And encourage family and friends to vote as well) [45:14 - 50:40]  Closing segment Takeaway You can reach Dr. Pam ShawFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/pam.shaw.108/about (Pam Shaw | Facebook) Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/pkshaw/ (@pkshaw) Twitter: https://twitter.com/Pkshaw1 (@Pkshaw1) Links to resources mentioned on the show   HRSA (Health Resources and Services Administration) https://www.hrsa.gov/grants/apply-for-a-grant (Apply for a Grant | HRSA)   COSGA (Committee for State Government Affairs) https://www.aap.org/en/community/aap-committees/committee-on-state-government-affairs/ (Committee on State Government Affairs (COSGA) (aap.org))   American Association of Pediatrics https://www.aap.org/ (https://www.aap.org/) “67​,000 pediatricians committed to the optimal physical, mental, and social health and well-being for all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults”   Get a non-partisan Vote-ER badge and sign-up families to vote -  https://vot-er.org/ana/ (https://vot-er.org/ana/) Get your FREE QR badge https://vot-er.org/badge/ (https://vot-er.org/badge/)   AAP Advocacy email  stgov@aap.org aap.org/stateadvocacy Federal Advocacy email  kids1st@aap.org aap.org/en/advocacy AAP Media Relations email  aap.org/en/news-room/general-media-mailboxaap.org/en/news-room Other episodes you may like: Episode #66  School Shootings: The Aftermath and Prevention  https://cutt.ly/SchoolShootings (https://cutt.ly/SchoolShootings) Key quotes for Twitter: “ I can take care of their health, but if they're actually going to thrive, I have to advocate for them to be involved in programs that I know work...Pam Shaw "In the DNA of a pediatrician….. Is advocacy"..  Pam Shaw THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! Pediatric Meltdown was listed as https://blog.feedspot.com/pediatric_podcasts/ (a Top 20 Pediatric Podcast on FeedSpot). If you'd like to connect with me, you can find me on https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-lia-gaggino-80322a31/ (LinkedIn), https://www.facebook.com/DrLiaGaggino/ (Facebook), http://instagram.com/pediatricmeltdown...

Gun violence is a uniquely American problem that has only gotten worse in recent years. In 2020, there were nearly 50,000 gun related deaths in the United States. However, in June 2022, gun violence prevention advocates saw a victory when President Biden signed into law the first major piece of gun safety legislation that Congress has passed in nearly thirty years. A'shanti sits down to discuss the gun violence epidemic with Monisha Henley, the Managing Director of State Government Affairs at Everytown, the largest gun violence prevention organization in the country. They break down this year's legislative win and what it leaves unaddressed. With the midterm elections just around the corner, they emphasize the importance of voting in gun sense candidates and holding not only individuals but also the gun industry accountable. It's no secret that there's a lot on the ballot this November – and ActBlue makes it easy to support the candidates and causes you care about. At ActBlue.com/directory, you can donate directly to Democratic candidates and progressive organizations as we head into the final stretch before midterm elections. Just search the directory for a candidate or group of your choice, and join the millions of grassroots donors who are driving people-powered change across the country. The Brown Girls Guide to Politics Podcast is all about amplifying the voices of women who are too often forgotten in media coverage. Host A'shanti Gholar leads conversations with women changing the face of politics. In the BGG to Politics blog, A'shanti created a space for women of color to learn about the current state of politics, to support others breaking into the political sphere, and to celebrate incredible women changing the course of the country. A'shanti founded the blog in 2018 and Wonder Media Network is thrilled to extend her platform to audio.Follow The BGG:WebsiteTwitterInstagramFollow Wonder Media Network:WebsiteTwitterInstagram

In this episode of Tooth Talk, Sarah and Peter discuss how dentists are advocating at the federal, state and local levels to make sure dental insurance is fair for all parties involved. Hear which dental insurance reforms are happening and how with the ADA's Paul O'Connor, Senior Legislative Liaison in the Department of State Government Affairs and Dr. Mark Vitale, chair of the Council of Governmental Affairs at the American Dental Association, chair of the ADA State Public Affairs Oversight Workgroup and the past President of New Jersey Dental Association. This episode explains the different insurance reforms dentists care most about and how collaboration with state and local dental societies have a big impact on change. They discuss how different dental insurance reforms will help improve patient care and how dentists can join these advocacy efforts. With special guests: Dr. Mark Vitale, Chair, Council of Governmental Affairs, American Dental Association and Paul O'Connor, Senior Legislative Liaison, Department of State Government Affairs

In this episode of the Rural Voice, we are again joined by Dr. Lisa Costello. We discuss the changing landscape of COVID-19 and emerging viruses in the United States. We discuss data tracking approaches to determine changes in the infection rates and new challenges arising in a post-pandemic world, particularly for children, teachers, and administrators. We discuss some methods for addressing infections and protecting children from further diseases. This includes new vaccine boosters for COVID. Lisa M. Costello, MD, MPH, FAAP is a lifelong West Virginian who hails from Weirton, WV and currently resides in Morgantown, WV where she is an Assistant Professor in the Department Pediatrics at West Virginia University (WVU) and a Pediatric Hospitalist at WVU Medicine Children's Hospital. She is co-director of the Pediatrics Clerkship, leads a healthcare literacy and patient advocacy curriculum thread for the M.D. program, and is the advisor for the medical student group, Student Advocates Impacting Decision on Healthcare. Dr. Costello currently serves as the President-elect of the West Virginia State Medical Association, immediate past president of the West Virginia Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, and on the Board of Directors for the WV Children's Health Insurance Program. She is a graduate of the Leadership WV Class of 2021. Dr. Costello is as an advisor to the WV Department of Health and Human Resources Bureau for Public Health during the COVID-19 pandemic response, and the medical lead for the Joint Information Center within the West Virginia Joint Interagency Task Force For COVID-19. At a national level, she is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on State Government Affairs. Dr. Costello is on the Executive Council for the WVU School of Medicine Alumni Association and a past recipient of the Margaret Buchanan Cole Young Alumnus Award from the WVU Alumni Association. Her academic interests include advocacy, healthcare policy, social media, and improving communication with patients, healthcare professionals, and the public by utilizing technology and media to amplify advocacy and education. Connect with her on Twitter (@LisaCostelloWV), Facebook, and LinkedIn.

At the Core of Care: Pt 2 of 2: Why a Red State and a Blue State Made the Same Change to their Nursing Law Currently, 26 states across the United States grant full practice authority for NPs, with Kansas and New York modernizing their laws most recently. In this episode, we hear more about how these two states moved towards full practice authority and what this could mean for other states, such as Pennsylvania, where reduced practice regulations exist. Joining us for this conversation are Pennsylvania State Senator Camera Bartolotta and Dr. Tay Kopanos. Topics covered include current obstacles to full practice authority and the future of primary care needs. Senator Camera Bartolotta is a Republican State Senator representing southwestern Pennsylvania's 46th District. Dr. Tay Kopanos is a nurse practitioner and the Vice President of State Government Affairs for the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.  In case you missed it, listen to Part 1 of our special coverage with Dr. Lynn Heard, a longtime nurse practitioner who has been unable to find new collaborative agreements with a physician for two years now. Two of her patients also share their perspective with us about the change in their primary care.  To learn more about full practice authority, listen to our previous episode, The Fight for Full Practice Authority in Pennsylvania, which features various NPs who are advocating for themselves and their patients.  -| The Nurse Podcast Channel is made possible with support from IHI. Learn more about how IHI is transforming health care education at IHI.org -| This episode originally aired on June 13, 2022 on At the Core of Care. Listen, follow and subscribe here.

This is Part 1 of our special two-part series about scope of practice regulations for nurse practitioners (NPs). Currently, 26 states across the United States grant full practice authority for NPs, with Kansas and New York modernizing their laws most recently. In this episode, we hear more about how these two states moved towards full practice authority and what this could mean for other states, such as Pennsylvania, where reduced practice regulations exist. Joining us for this conversation are Pennsylvania State Senator Camera Bartolotta and Dr. Tay Kopanos. Topics covered include current obstacles to full practice authority and the future of primary care needs. Senator Camera Bartolotta is a Republican State Senator representing southwestern Pennsylvania's 46th District. Dr. Tay Kopanos is a nurse practitioner and the Vice President of State Government Affairs for the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.  In case you missed it, listen to Part 1 of our special coverage with Dr. Lynn Heard, a longtime nurse practitioner who has been unable to find new collaborative agreements with a physician for two years now. Two of her patients also share their perspective with us about the change in their primary care.  To learn more about full practice authority, listen to our previous episode, The Fight for Full Practice Authority in Pennsylvania, which features various NPs who are advocating for themselves and their patients.  -| The Nurse Podcast Channel is made possible with support from IHI. Learn more about how IHI is transforming health care education at IHI.org -| This episode originally aired on June 13, 2022 on At the Core of Care. Listen, follow and subscribe here.

Welcome to IR Weekly. This podcast will be in your feeds every Tuesday to keep you up to date on all the latest news in the REALTOR® world. In case you missed the live broadcast on June 29, listen now to an analysis of the historic June primary elections by the Illinois REALTORS® Governmental Affairs Team including Greg St. Aubin, Senior VP for Governmental Affairs, Jim Clayton, Manager, State Government Affairs, Gideon Blustein, Senior Director of Local Governmental and External Affairs & Betsy Mitchell, Senior Advisor on the Govt Affairs team.

Currently, 26 states across the United States grant full practice authority for NPs, with Kansas and New York modernizing their laws most recently. In this episode, we hear more about how these two states moved towards full practice authority and what this could mean for other states, such as Pennsylvania, where reduced practice regulations exist. Joining us for this conversation are Pennsylvania State Senator Camera Bartolotta and Dr. Tay Kopanos. Topics covered include current obstacles to full practice authority and the future of primary care needs. Senator Camera Bartolotta is a Republican State Senator representing southwestern Pennsylvania's 46th District. Dr. Tay Kopanos is a nurse practitioner and the Vice President of State Government Affairs for the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.  In case you missed it, listen to Part 1 of our special coverage with Dr. Lynn Heard, a longtime nurse practitioner who has been unable to find new collaborative agreements with a physician for two years now. Two of her patients also share their perspective with us about the change in their primary care.  To learn more about full practice authority, listen to our previous episode, The Fight for Full Practice Authority in Pennsylvania, which features various NPs who are advocating for themselves and their patients. 

During Episode XVI, Nichole Pientka sat down with Kandann Coleman, Associate Regional Director of State Government Affairs at Everytown for Gun Safety, and spoke about how she successfully managed the post-college transition and chose her career path. Kandann is also a 2013 graduate from Horizon Science Academy - Toledo, which is one of the 12 Concept high schools Future Institute's programs support. She gives credit to her personal drive, her community, and her parents for their support in her personal and professional development.

Listen to Amica Simmons-Yon, PharmD, PhD and Alyssa Peckham, PharmD, BCPP as they spill the tea on Decriminalizing Mental Health with special guest, Caroline Fisher-O'Neill, Esq. During this episode, Caroline informs us on the meaning of “criminalization of mental health” so that we can better understand this disparity. She provides us with some examples of disproportionate criminalization and highlights what is currently being done to swing the pendulum in the opposite direction to decriminalize mental health. Excitedly, Caroline lets us know where we can find more resources on this topic! Featuring: Caroline Fisher-O'Neill, Esq.; Director, State Government Affairs, OAPI Caroline Fisher-O'Neill is the East Director for State Government Affairs at Otsuka. Prior to joining this team, nearly 10 years ago, she worked in the Massachusetts State Legislature on health policy. Serving as the General and Health Policy Counsel to the Senate Chair of the Healthcare Finance Committee, and later as Health Policy Counsel to the Speaker of the House, she gained a significant amount of exposure to the challenges inherent in the healthcare policy landscape. In her current role, she works with the GA team to drive open access to treatments and services for Otsuka's patient populations and leads initiatives to support Otsuka's commitment to helping individuals with serious mental illness. She resides in Brooklyn, NY. Amica Simmons-Yon, PharmD, PhD Clinical & Scientific Liaison, Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development and Commercialization, Inc. Alyssa Peckham, PharmD, BCPP Clinical & Scientific Liaison, Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development and Commercialization, Inc. Links: PsychU Interview | Decriminalizing Mental Illness: https://bit.ly/3Nm04WP PsychU Article | Baton Rouge Area Foundation Plans to Create Community Mental Health Diversion Center: https://bit.ly/3PtZGHW PsychU Article | Oregon Law To Decriminalize Drug Use Goes Into Effect, Offering Addiction Treatment Instead Of Incarceration: https://bit.ly/3lnLa6w PsychU Article | Federal Appeals Court Prohibits Arresting Homeless People For Sleeping In Public When Shelter Beds Are Insufficient: https://bit.ly/3Ptv0GF PsychU Article | Connecticut, New Mexico, New York & Virginia Legalized Recreational Use of Marijuana in 2021: https://bit.ly/3FVuTiP Caroline Fisher-O'Neill, Amica Simmons-Yon and Alyssa Peckham are employees of Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc PsychU is supported by Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. (OPDC), Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. (OAPI), and Lundbeck, LLC – committed supporters of the mental health treatment community. The opinions expressed by PsychU's contributors are their own and are not endorsed or recommended by PsychU or its sponsors. The information provided through PsychU is intended for the educational benefit of mental health care professionals and others who support mental health care. It is not intended as, nor is it a substitute for, medical care, advice, or professional diagnosis. Health care professionals should use their independent medical judgement when reviewing PsychU's educational resources. Users seeking medical advice should consult with a health care professional. No CME or CEU credits are available through any of the resources provided by PsychU. Some of the contributors may be paid consultants for OPDC, OAPI, and / or Lundbeck, LLC. US.CORP.X.22.00154

In this episode of the Rural Voice, Drs. Allen Pratt and Christopher Silver interview Dr. Lisa Costello regarding her experience and expertise on the COVID-19 Pandemic and vaccines. We discussed the impact of COVID on schools and on children. We discuss the variants and the science behind treatment and invention measures. We discuss the impact of vaccine availability, particularly for children under the age of 5 as well as the comparative approaches to addressing the Pandemic. We discuss the effects of the virus on local communities and how culture may be related to policy and practice addressing the Pandemic. We discuss how these approaches have been addressed and received within rural communities. Lisa M. Costello, MD, MPH, FAAP is a lifelong West Virginian who hails from Weirton, WV, and currently resides in Morgantown, West Virginia where she is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at West Virginia University (WVU) and a Pediatric Hospitalist at WVU Medicine Children's Hospital. She is co-director of the Pediatrics Clerkship, leads a healthcare literacy and patient advocacy curriculum thread for the M.D. program, and is the advisor for the medical student group, Student Advocates Impacting Decision on Healthcare. Dr. Costello currently serves as the President-elect of the West Virginia State Medical Association, immediate past president of the West Virginia Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, and on the Board of Directors for the WV Children's Health Insurance Program. She is a graduate of the Leadership WV Class of 2021. Dr. Costello is an advisor to the WV Department of Health and Human Resources Bureau for Public Health during the COVID-19 pandemic response and the medical lead for the Joint Information Center within the West Virginia Joint Interagency Task Force COVID-19. She is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on State Government Affairs at a national level. Dr. Costello is on the Executive Council for the WVU School of Medicine Alumni Association and a past recipient of the Margaret Buchanan Cole Young Alumnus Award from the WVU Alumni Association. Her academic interests include advocacy, healthcare policy, social media, and improving communication with patients, healthcare professionals, and the public by utilizing technology and media to amplify advocacy and education. Connect with her on Twitter (@LisaCostelloWV), Facebook, and LinkedIn. https://directory.hsc.wvu.edu/Profile/35594 https://twitter.com/lisacostellowv

20220215 Welcome to Sagebrush RANDOLPH-SHEPPARD VENDORS OF AMERICA® Celebrating Over fifty years of achievement and advocacy RSVA® SAGEBRUSH 2022 NATIONAL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAM TRAINING CONFERENCE Sagebrush 2022: The future Unmasked and Reset Moderator: Dan Sippl (WI) - RSVA® Immediate Past President o Pledge of Allegiance o Welcome to Sagebrush Scott Eggen (MN), SVS Vending, RSVA® President o Welcome from Nevada Trudy Boissonneau (NV) - President, Nevada Council of the Blind Chris Mazza (NV) - Bureau Chief, Business Enterprises of Nevada Dick Saperstein (NV) - Nevada Committee Chair o Introduction of Participants: Scott Eggen (MN) - RSVA® President o Exploring Small Business Resources from Intuit: Theodore C. Drake (CA), Global Accessibility Leader, Intuit Inc. ZEBRA SPONSOR This session explored business resources for small businesses which can be used by BEP vendors in the program. Questions and Answers o National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA), News and Trends in the Industry: Robert Jackson (VA), Manager Federal and State Government Affairs, National Automatic Merchandising Association Participants learned about : The ongoing trainings offered by NAMA Received updates on rules for labeling Found out about other news and laws affecting vending managers Questions and Answers o What responsibilities do BEP vendors have after they are licensed?: Dan Sippl (WI), RSVA® Immediate Past President Jeff Thom (CA), RSVA® attorney/advocate Joni Patche (CA) The panel gave vendors some tips in managing a facility responsibly, following rules and health mandates, as well as positive ongoing business practices. Questions and Answers o Latest Updates with RSA: Rehabilitation Services Administration Jesse Hartle (DC), Specialist, Rehabilitation Services Administration Participants learned about changes in the Randolph-Sheppard unit and policy changes. They received tips on how vendors and staff can get information they need. Questions and Answers o Updates from the National Council of State Agencies for the Blind and Report on Randolph-Sheppard: John Gordon, NCSAB Randolph-Sheppard Chair Catriona Macdonald (DC), President Linchpin Strategies, LLC. and NCSAB Policy Advisor for Randolph-Sheppard Participants learned about new strategies in the Randolph-Sheppard Program. They received: Updates on NCSAB activities Heard the latest NCSAB news on Randolph-Sheppard Updates on legislation and regulations affecting the Randolph-Sheppard Program Questions and Answers Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co

20220215-3 Welcome to Sagebrush RANDOLPH-SHEPPARD VENDORS OF AMERICA® Celebrating Over fifty years of achievement and advocacy RSVA® SAGEBRUSH 2022 NATIONAL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAM TRAINING CONFERENCE Sagebrush 2022: The future Unmasked and Reset 20220215-3 Welcome to Sagebrush Moderator: Dan Sippl (WI) - RSVA® Immediate Past President o Pledge of Allegiance o Welcome to Sagebrush Scott Eggen (MN), SVS Vending, RSVA® President o Welcome from Nevada Trudy Boissonneau (NV) - President, Nevada Council of the Blind Chris Mazza (NV) - Bureau Chief, Business Enterprises of Nevada Dick Saperstein (NV) - Nevada Committee Chair o Introduction of Participants: Scott Eggen (MN) - RSVA® President o Exploring Small Business Resources from Intuit: Theodore C. Drake (CA), Global Accessibility Leader, Intuit Inc. ZEBRA SPONSOR This session explored business resources for small businesses which can be used by BEP vendors in the program. Questions and Answers o National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA), News and Trends in the Industry: Robert Jackson (VA), Manager Federal and State Government Affairs, National Automatic Merchandising Association Participants learned about : The ongoing trainings offered by NAMA Received updates on rules for labeling Found out about other news and laws affecting vending managers Questions and Answers o What responsibilities do BEP vendors have after they are licensed?: Dan Sippl (WI), RSVA® Immediate Past President Jeff Thom (CA), RSVA® attorney/advocate Joni Patche (CA) The panel gave vendors some tips in managing a facility responsibly, following rules and health mandates, as well as positive ongoing business practices. Questions and Answers o Latest Updates with RSA: Rehabilitation Services Administration Jesse Hartle (DC), Specialist, Rehabilitation Services Administration Participants learned about changes in the Randolph-Sheppard unit and policy changes. They received tips on how vendors and staff can get information they need. Questions and Answers o Updates from the National Council of State Agencies for the Blind and Report on Randolph-Sheppard: John Gordon, NCSAB Randolph-Sheppard Chair Catriona Macdonald (DC), President Linchpin Strategies, LLC. and NCSAB Policy Advisor for Randolph-Sheppard Participants learned about new strategies in the Randolph-Sheppard Program. They received: Updates on NCSAB activities Heard the latest NCSAB news on Randolph-Sheppard Updates on legislation and regulations affecting the Randolph-Sheppard Program Questions and Answers Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co

In the first episode of 2022, we continue our 50-state series, where we'll be asking questions of financial services regulators around the country. We'll make our way through all 50 states getting to know the regulators that are part of our industry. Here, Danielle Fagre Arlowe, Senior Vice President and head of the State Government Affairs team at AFSA speaks with Neal Monaghan, Chief Examiner at the Colorado State Attorney General's Office.  

Jim Pearson, Manager of State Government Affairs at Xcel Energy discusses the impact of COVID-19 on the energy sector and what that means for the future. 

In this episode of the SALT Shaker Podcast policy series, host and Eversheds Sutherland Partner Nikki Dobay welcomes back guest Meredith Beeson, Director of State Government Affairs with the Global Business Alliance (GBA). Her colleague Alan Pasetsky, Tax Policy Consultant with GBA, also joins the conversation.   Together, they delve into the corporate provisions included in the Build Back Better Act as passed by the House on November 19. In particular, they focus on the various changes proposed to 163—specifically changes to subsection (j) and the inclusion of a new subsection, (n). Alan and Meredith then discuss GBA's position on these changes and the implications of these changes at the state level. Finally, they wrap up their policy discussion with thoughts on the changes to GILTI. This week, Nikki's surprise nontax question is very timely – do you like the traditional Thanksgiving meal? The Eversheds Sutherland State and Local Tax team has been engaged in state tax policy work for years, tracking tax legislation, helping clients gauge the impact of various proposals, drafting talking points and rewriting legislation. This series, which is focused on state and local tax policy issues, is hosted by Partner Nikki Dobay, who has an extensive background in tax policy. Questions or comments? Email SALTonline@eversheds-sutherland.com.

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In this episode of the SALT Shaker Podcast policy series, host and Eversheds Sutherland Partner Nikki Dobay is joined again by Meredith Beeson, Director of State Government Affairs with the Global Business Alliance (formerly known as the Organization for International Investment) in Washington, DC. During this conversation, they discuss state tax haven provisions, which seemed to be a dying policy. With Colorado's recent passage of tax haven legislation earlier this year, however, Nikki and Meredith talk about the history and why these provisions are of concern to the Global Business Alliance as well as the tax policy reasons these provisions should be rejected. They wrap up with Nikki's surprise nontax question – are you a “Vegas person”? The Eversheds Sutherland State and Local Tax team has been engaged in state tax policy work for years, tracking tax legislation, helping clients gauge the impact of various proposals, drafting talking points and rewriting legislation. This series, which is focused on state and local tax policy issues, is hosted by Partner Nikki Dobay, who has an extensive background in tax policy. Questions or comments? Email SALTonline@eversheds-sutherland.com.

When faced with barriers of age, gender and looks - once being told “You're in the room to improve the view” - she simply rolled up her sleeves and built integrity through hard work and grit.  She shares how important it is to read the landscape, stay objective and build relationships based on common ground.  Not letting ‘what is' get in her way, Kristin will inspire all to move beyond the truth of the matter.Kristin is a Principal in State Advocacy and Appropriations with BGR, a bipartisan lobbying and communications firm in Washington, DC.  She uses her many years of state government experience to assist clients in areas as diverse as executive policy, legislative debates and regulatory issues. She also leads outreach to multistate policy organizations such as the National Governors Association (NGA), the National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) and the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL).Her rich experience in policy and politics includes serving as Policy Director for the Attorney General of Ohio, MIke DeWine, being Director of State Government Affairs for the Entertainment Software Association (ESA), and serving as Director of State Government Affairs at the National Association of Professional Employer Organizations (NAPEO).A native of Ohio, Kristin graduated from Ohio University in 2007, receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a minor in Geography. She achieved her Master of Arts degree in Political Science (American Politics) in 2008. 

On this episode, we're talking with Dr. Lisa Costello about COVID-19 vaccinations and vaccine confidence. Dr. Costello is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at West Virginia University (WVU) in Morgantown, WV and a Pediatric Hospitalist at WVU Medicine Children's Hospital. Dr. Costello currently serves as the president of the West Virginia Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, Vice-President of the West Virginia State Medical Association, and serves on the Board of Directors for the WV Children's Health Insurance Program. Dr. Costello is also an advisor to the state of West Virginia around the COVID-19 pandemic response. At a national level, she is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on State Government Affairs. 

This episode of the AFSA Extra Credit Podcast is the fourth edition of our 50-state series, where we'll be asking questions of financial services regulators around the country. We'll make our way through all 50 states getting to know the regulators that are part of our industry. Today, Danielle Fagre Arlowe, Senior Vice President and head of the State Government Affairs team at AFSA speaks with Joe Crider, Supervisor of Consumer Credit with the state of Missouri. Don't forget to follow AFSA on Twitter at AFSA underscore DC and on Linkedin – just search for the American Financial Services Association. You can also follow AFSA's SGA Team on Twitter at AFSA_SGA. The blog at afsaonline.org is also a great resource for the most up-to-date news. If you've got questions or you'd like to suggest a guest, please shoot us an email at communications@afsamail.org or tweet at us.

This episode of the AFSA Extra Credit Podcast is the second edition of our 50-state series, where we'll be asking questions of financial services regulators around the country. We'll make our way through all 50 states getting to know the regulators that are part of our industry. Today, Danielle Fagre Arlowe, Senior Vice President and head of the State Government Affairs team at AFSA speaks with Max Zappia, Deputy Commissioner Financial Institutions, Minnesota Department of Commerce. Don't forget to follow AFSA on Twitter at AFSA underscore DC and on Linkedin – just search for the American Financial Services Association. You can also follow AFSA's SGA Team on Twitter at AFSA_SGA. The blog at afsaonline.org is also a great resource for the most up-to-date news. If you've got questions or you'd like to suggest a guest, please shoot us an email at communications@afsamail.org or tweet at us.

Thanks for listening to the AFSA Extra Credit Podcast. This is the first edition of AFSA's State Regulator Series as Danielle Fagre Arlowe, Senior Vice President and head of the State Government Affairs team speaks with regulators from around the country. We'll make our way through all 50 states getting to know the regulators that are part of our industry.  In the inaugural edition, Danielle speaks with Joe Mulberry, Deputy Commissioner with the Wyoming Division of Banking. 

Aaron interviews Marc Hyden, Director of State Government Affairs at the R Street Institute, about the benefits of raising the age of adulthood in the criminal justice system, some counterarguments against this proposal, and why those counterarguments don't work.    Subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever platform you prefer.   If you'd like to suggest a guest for the show or if you'd like to be on the show, email Aaron at Aaron@ObjectiveStandard.org    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/objectivestandard Twitter: https://twitter.com/ObjStdInstitute LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/objectivestandardinstitute/    Show notes: Marc's article: https://www.rstreet.org/2021/03/22/in-support-of-hb-272-juvenile-code-juvenile-court-to-include-children-who-are-under-18-years-of-age-change-jurisdiction/

Laura Kemper, Head of Federal Government Affairs, and Nate Elias, Head of U.S. State Government Affairs, join Field Notes to give a behind-the-scenes look at the efforts to forge a one-of-a-kind partnership with the federal government to procure and distribute the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine to dialysis centers across the country.

Host Randy Moore, CEO of the AANA, is joined by Anna Polyak, Sr. Director of State Government Affairs & Legal at AANA for a lively chat about the current happenings in state legislation. As a result of COVID, Anna and her team have identified an opportunity at the state level to present legislation that calls for removal of barriers. Want to get involved? It’s not as hard as you may think – just start telling the story of CRNAs. Anna Polyak, RN, JD – Sr. Director, State Government Affairs & Legal at AANA Release date: 4/21/21

This week we welcome Lorri Unumb to the podcast to discuss autism services, insurance coverage, access to care, and parent advocacy. She’s the ideal guest to discuss both the history of access to care in autism as well as the current status, the pitfalls, and the current concerns. Lorri played a vital role in the autism insurance reform movement back in the mid-2000s. She worked for nearly a decade as the VP of State Government Affairs for Autism Speaks, taught a university course titled “Autism and the Law” at George Washington University, and is currently the CEO of CASP (which is the Council of Autism Service Providers.) Learn more from this awesome parent advocate by downloading the podcast today!  Learn more about CASP: https://casproviders.org/ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast. Autism weekly is produced by ABS. ABS is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.  

Segment 1: Jon Najarian, founder of marketrebellion.com, joins John to talk about what’s moving the market today including what is going on with Tech stocks and how the new stimulus package will impact the economy. Segment 2: Matt DiLoreto, Vice President, State Government Affairs at HDA, tells John how the Healthcare Distribution Alliance is assisting with getting COVID-19 vaccines into […]

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In this episode of the SALT Shaker Podcast policy series, host and Eversheds Sutherland Partner Nikki Dobay is joined by Meredith Beeson, Director of State Government Affairs with the Global Business Alliance (formerly known as the Organization for International Investment) in Washington, DC. They discuss the Global Business Alliance, its state tax priorities and what Meredith is focused on this legislative session. The Eversheds Sutherland State and Local Tax team has been engaged in state tax policy work for years, tracking tax legislation, helping clients gauge the impact of various proposals, drafting talking points and rewriting legislation. This series, which is focused on state and local tax policy issues, is hosted by Partner Nikki Dobay, who has an extensive background in tax policy. Questions or comments? Email SALTonline@eversheds-sutherland.com.

Segment 1: Mark Hamrick, Washington Bureau Chief and Senior Economic Analyst for Bankrate.com, joins John to discuss the January jobs report, the overall strength of the economy as the vaccine rollout continues, the status of President Biden’s stimulus plan and what wc an learn from the GameStop drama. Segment 2:  Matt DiLoreto, Vice President, State Government Affairs at […]

Jan. 13, 2021 - With more state services headed online, Omid Ghaffari-Tabrizi, Director of Cloud Policy at the Internet Association, and John Olsen, Director of State Government Affairs in the Northeast Region for the Internet Association, explained why a strong tech infrastructure is needed in New York.

Carter Harrison, Senior Director of State Government Affairs is on to tell us about current advocacy and public policy initiatives of the Alzheimer's Association and our upcoming Virtual Day on the Hill in January. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, talk about the election results and what they mean for the AAP and advocacy. They start with a look at the big picture from Melinda Williams-Willingham, MD, FAAP, chair of the AAP Committee on Federal Government Affairs. Then they get a more granular view from Pam Shaw, MD, FAAP, chair of the AAP Committee on State Government Affairs.

Matthew DiLoreto, Vice President of State Government Affairs for the Healthcare Distribution Alliance, discusses the distribution of a potential COVID-19 vaccine.  

Steven Palmer is a partner at Forbes Tate Partners, a federal and state government affairs firm with areas of specialty including health care, energy, natural resources, financial services, transportation, trade, tax, tech and telecommunications, appropriations, and agriculture. With over two decades of international, multi-state, and federal government relations experience, Steven is adept at advocating for clients and their business initiatives while effectively navigating their public policy challenges and legislative concerns. Steven helps lead FTP's growing State & Local practice, which leverages the firm's relationships in statehouses from coast to coast in all 50 states.  Before joining Forbes-Tate, Steven served as Managing Director and National Director of Grayling/Dutko Worldwide's State and Local Government Affairs practice, where he led all lobbying efforts for clients across the country. Over the course of his career, Palmer has served as a senior staff member in the United States Congress, managed state-wide campaigns, and has consistently worked for clients on some of the nation's most pressing public policy matters since entering the private sector. Help us grow! Leave us a rating and review - it's the best way to bring new listeners to the show. Don't forget to subscribe! Have a suggestion, or want to chat with Jim? Email him at Jim@ThePoliticalLife.net  Follow The Political Life on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter for weekly updates.

In the conclusion to this interview (cross-posted from our Study Smarter Series), ITB's new host Amy Schattel breaks down some pediatrics questions with Dr. Lisa Costello. Lisa M. Costello, MD, MPH, FAAP is a lifelong West Virginian who hails from Weirton, WV. She is an Assistant Professor in the Department Pediatrics at West Virginia University (WVU) in Morgantown, WV and a Pediatric Hospitalist at WVU Medicine Children’s Hospital. She is co-director of the Pediatrics Clerkship, leads a healthcare literacy and patient advocacy curriculum thread for the M.D. program, and is the advisor for the medical student group, Student Advocates Impacting Decision on Healthcare. Dr. Costello currently serves as the president of the West Virginia Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, Vice-President of the West Virginia State Medical Association, Vice-Chair of WESPAC, and Board of Directors for the WV Children’s Health Insurance Program. She is a member of Leadership WV Class of 2020. Dr. Costello currently serves as an advisor to the WV Department of Health and Human Resources during the COVID pandemic. At a national level, she is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on State Government Affairs. Connect with her on Twitter (@LisaCostelloWV), Facebook, and LinkedIn. ITB Audio Qbank and iOS Beta App The Audio Qbank by InsideTheBoards mobile app has both free and premium features and is available on both Android and iOS.  To get started, first, create a Boardsinsider Account on our website insidetheboards.com Free Features  All of our podcasts in one place organized into playlists for easy studying (also with less ads and exclusive content)  Mindfulness meditations designed specifically for medical students  A monthly offering of high yield content (questions dissections, audio qbank samples) available only on our mobile app.  Premium Features Subscribe to an ITB premium account and get additional features  Access to 500+ audio optimized board style practice questions in our Audio Qbank. The Step 1 version is powered by Exam Circle and the Step 2 Version is powered by OnlineMedEd. New questions added each month.  High Yield Pharmacology (powered by Lecturio) with 100 of the top pharm questions you need to know for both Step 1 and Step 2  Audio Flashcards (coming soon)  Our audio qbank is THE PERFECT companion for studying for the boards on the go. And we're adding content and improving it all the time.   Learn more about the Audio Qbank by InsideTheBoards mobile app here USMLE Step 2 Secrets is now an InsideTheBoards Podcast  As a book, USMLE Step 2 Secrets, by Theodore X. O’Connell, MD, ITB's Chief Content Officer and (among many other things) author of Crush Step 1: The Ultimate USMLE Step 1 Review, is recognized as an effective, high-yield study tool for the USMLE Step 2 and COMLEX Level 2. Plus....BONUS...it fits easily into a "short white coat" pocket. Check out all of ITB's Podcasts on our BRAND NEW Website Legal Stuff and Credits InsideTheBoards is not affiliated with the NBME, USMLE, COMLEX, NBOME or any professional licensing body. InsideTheBoards and its partners fully adhere to the policies on irregular conduct outlined by the aforementioned credentialing bodies.

In the conclusion to this interview, ITB's new host Amy Schattel breaks down some pediatrics questions with Dr. Lisa Costello. Lisa M. Costello, MD, MPH, FAAP is a lifelong West Virginian who hails from Weirton, WV. She is an Assistant Professor in the Department Pediatrics at West Virginia University (WVU) in Morgantown, WV and a Pediatric Hospitalist at WVU Medicine Children’s Hospital. She is co-director of the Pediatrics Clerkship, leads a healthcare literacy and patient advocacy curriculum thread for the M.D. program, and is the advisor for the medical student group, Student Advocates Impacting Decision on Healthcare. Dr. Costello currently serves as the president of the West Virginia Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, Vice-President of the West Virginia State Medical Association, Vice-Chair of WESPAC, and Board of Directors for the WV Children’s Health Insurance Program. She is a member of Leadership WV Class of 2020. Dr. Costello currently serves as an advisor to the WV Department of Health and Human Resources during the COVID pandemic. At a national level, she is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on State Government Affairs. Connect with her on Twitter (@LisaCostelloWV), Facebook, and LinkedIn. ITB Audio Qbank and iOS Beta App The Audio Qbank by InsideTheBoards mobile app has both free and premium features and is available on both Android and iOS.  To get started, first, create a Boardsinsider Account on our website insidetheboards.com Free Features  All of our podcasts in one place organized into playlists for easy studying (also with less ads and exclusive content)  Mindfulness meditations designed specifically for medical students  A monthly offering of high yield content (questions dissections, audio qbank samples) available only on our mobile app.  Premium Features Subscribe to an ITB premium account and get additional features  Access to 500+ audio optimized board style practice questions in our Audio Qbank. The Step 1 version is powered by Exam Circle and the Step 2 Version is powered by OnlineMedEd. New questions added each month.  High Yield Pharmacology (powered by Lecturio) with 100 of the top pharm questions you need to know for both Step 1 and Step 2  Audio Flashcards (coming soon)  Our audio qbank is THE PERFECT companion for studying for the boards on the go. And we're adding content and improving it all the time.   Learn more about the Audio Qbank by InsideTheBoards mobile app here USMLE Step 2 Secrets is now an InsideTheBoards Podcast  As a book, USMLE Step 2 Secrets, by Theodore X. O’Connell, MD, ITB's Chief Content Officer and (among many other things) author of Crush Step 1: The Ultimate USMLE Step 1 Review, is recognized as an effective, high-yield study tool for the USMLE Step 2 and COMLEX Level 2. Plus....BONUS...it fits easily into a "short white coat" pocket. Check out all of ITB's Podcasts on our BRAND NEW Website Legal Stuff and Credits InsideTheBoards is not affiliated with the NBME, USMLE, COMLEX, NBOME or any professional licensing body. InsideTheBoards and its partners fully adhere to the policies on irregular conduct outlined by the aforementioned credentialing bodies.

In this first part of this episode, ITB's new host Amy Schattel interviews Dr. Lisa Costello about pediatrics and advocacy. Lisa M. Costello, MD, MPH, FAAP is a lifelong West Virginian who hails from Weirton, WV. She is an Assistant Professor in the Department Pediatrics at West Virginia University (WVU) in Morgantown, WV and a Pediatric Hospitalist at WVU Medicine Children’s Hospital. She is co-director of the Pediatrics Clerkship, leads a healthcare literacy and patient advocacy curriculum thread for the M.D. program, and is the advisor for the medical student group, Student Advocates Impacting Decision on Healthcare. Dr. Costello currently serves as the president of the West Virginia Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, Vice-President of the West Virginia State Medical Association, Vice-Chair of WESPAC, and Board of Directors for the WV Children’s Health Insurance Program. She is a member of Leadership WV Class of 2020. Dr. Costello currently serves as an advisor to the WV Department of Health and Human Resources during the COVID pandemic. At a national level, she is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on State Government Affairs. Connect with her on Twitter (@LisaCostelloWV), Facebook, and LinkedIn. ITB Audio Qbank and iOS Beta App The Audio Qbank by InsideTheBoards mobile app has both free and premium features and is available on both Android and iOS.  To get started, first, create a Boardsinsider Account on our website insidetheboards.com Free Features  All of our podcasts in one place organized into playlists for easy studying (also with less ads and exclusive content)  Mindfulness meditations designed specifically for medical students  A monthly offering of high yield content (questions dissections, audio qbank samples) available only on our mobile app.  Premium Features Subscribe to an ITB premium account and get additional features  Access to 500+ audio optimized board style practice questions in our Audio Qbank. The Step 1 version is powered by Exam Circle and the Step 2 Version is powered by OnlineMedEd. New questions added each month.  High Yield Pharmacology (powered by Lecturio) with 100 of the top pharm questions you need to know for both Step 1 and Step 2  Audio Flashcards (coming soon)  Our audio qbank is THE PERFECT companion for studying for the boards on the go. And we're adding content and improving it all the time.   Learn more about the Audio Qbank by InsideTheBoards mobile app here USMLE Step 2 Secrets is now an InsideTheBoards Podcast  As a book, USMLE Step 2 Secrets, by Theodore X. O’Connell, MD, ITB's Chief Content Officer and (among many other things) author of Crush Step 1: The Ultimate USMLE Step 1 Review, is recognized as an effective, high-yield study tool for the USMLE Step 2 and COMLEX Level 2. Plus....BONUS...it fits easily into a "short white coat" pocket. Check out all of ITB's Podcasts on our BRAND NEW Website Legal Stuff and Credits InsideTheBoards is not affiliated with the NBME, USMLE, COMLEX, NBOME or any professional licensing body. InsideTheBoards and its partners fully adhere to the policies on irregular conduct outlined by the aforementioned credentialing bodies.

In the first part of this episode, ITB's new host Amy Schattel interviews Dr. Lisa Costello about pediatrics and advocacy. Lisa M. Costello, MD, MPH, FAAP is a lifelong West Virginian who hails from Weirton, WV. She is an Assistant Professor in the Department Pediatrics at West Virginia University (WVU) in Morgantown, WV and a Pediatric Hospitalist at WVU Medicine Children’s Hospital. She is co-director of the Pediatrics Clerkship, leads a healthcare literacy and patient advocacy curriculum thread for the M.D. program, and is the advisor for the medical student group, Student Advocates Impacting Decision on Healthcare. Dr. Costello currently serves as the president of the West Virginia Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, Vice-President of the West Virginia State Medical Association, Vice-Chair of WESPAC, and Board of Directors for the WV Children’s Health Insurance Program. She is a member of Leadership WV Class of 2020. Dr. Costello currently serves as an advisor to the WV Department of Health and Human Resources during the COVID pandemic. At a national level, she is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on State Government Affairs. Connect with her on Twitter (@LisaCostelloWV), Facebook, and LinkedIn. ITB Audio Qbank and iOS Beta App The Audio Qbank by InsideTheBoards mobile app has both free and premium features and is available on both Android and iOS.  To get started, first, create a Boardsinsider Account on our website insidetheboards.com Free Features  All of our podcasts in one place organized into playlists for easy studying (also with less ads and exclusive content)  Mindfulness meditations designed specifically for medical students  A monthly offering of high yield content (questions dissections, audio qbank samples) available only on our mobile app.  Premium Features Subscribe to an ITB premium account and get additional features  Access to 500+ audio optimized board style practice questions in our Audio Qbank. The Step 1 version is powered by Exam Circle and the Step 2 Version is powered by OnlineMedEd. New questions added each month.  High Yield Pharmacology (powered by Lecturio) with 100 of the top pharm questions you need to know for both Step 1 and Step 2  Audio Flashcards (coming soon)  Our audio qbank is THE PERFECT companion for studying for the boards on the go. And we're adding content and improving it all the time.   Learn more about the Audio Qbank by InsideTheBoards mobile app here USMLE Step 2 Secrets is now an InsideTheBoards Podcast  As a book, USMLE Step 2 Secrets, by Theodore X. O’Connell, MD, ITB's Chief Content Officer and (among many other things) author of Crush Step 1: The Ultimate USMLE Step 1 Review, is recognized as an effective, high-yield study tool for the USMLE Step 2 and COMLEX Level 2. Plus....BONUS...it fits easily into a "short white coat" pocket. Check out all of ITB's Podcasts on our BRAND NEW Website Legal Stuff and Credits InsideTheBoards is not affiliated with the NBME, USMLE, COMLEX, NBOME or any professional licensing body. InsideTheBoards and its partners fully adhere to the policies on irregular conduct outlined by the aforementioned credentialing bodies.

HOW HAS THE IFA STEPPED UP ITS SUPPORT OF THE FRANCHISE COMMUNITY DURING THE PANDEMIC. Today's Guest is: Paul Rocchio. Paul is the Vice President, Development & Member Services, International Franchise Association. Paul joined the IFA staff in March of 1999. He is responsible for the retention and recruitment of new members while creating continued value-added benefits and services to existing members. Paul formerly worked at the International Mass Retail Association where he was Manager of State Government Affairs. Paul is a member of the American Society of Association Executives, received a Certificate in Nonprofit Organization Management and is a Certified Franchise Executive. IFA is always important but why more so now and can you give us a few ex of how IFA has stepped up it's support of the franchise community during the pandemic. You can contact Paul at procchio@franchise.org or at 202-662-0790. CONTACT GARY AT: INFO@FRANGROW.COM LEARN MORE AT www.frangrow.com Subscribe to our online magazine at: www.franchisemoneymaker.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gary5396/support

Darrin Youker, PFB's Director of State Government Affairs talks with Thomas Beresnyak, Penn State Extension's Client Relationship Manager for southwest Pennsylvania, about some of the tools available right now for mapping where rural areas are lacking in broadband connectivity.

June is National Dairy Month. Join Darrin Youker, PFB's Director of State Government Affairs as he chats with Brett Reinford and Glenn Stoltzfus of the Diary Future Commission on their recommendations on how to strengthen the dairy industry in Pennsylvania.

Bruce Mottern, TDS Manager of State Government Affairs, discusses the company's response to the Covid-19 outbreak and recent severe weather. He also discusses the company's work to extend broadband in its service area.

Geoffrey Becker is Director, State Government Affairs for Medtronic -  a global leader in medical technology, services, and solutions. He covers sixteen states for Medtronic by working to partner with policymakers, healthcare professionals, and industry stakeholders to advance new ways to develop solutions to deliver better patient outcomes.  Geoffrey has had a number of high-level jobs in government affairs and state politics. He's been a deputy chief of staff to the Governor of Florida, Executive Director of the Florida GOP, and has held contract and in-house government affairs roles. We discuss Geoffrey's career, and what it's been like to be a part of the push to build and deliver ventilators in response to COVID-19.  Help us grow! Leave us a rating and review - it's the best way to bring new listeners to the show. Don't forget to subscribe! Have a suggestion, or want to chat with Jim? Email him at Jim@ThePoliticalLife.net  Follow The Lobbying Show on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter for weekly updates.

The Better Seed Better Life podcast brings to you the American Seed Trade Association Meet The Staff series! Over the coming weeks you will get to know more about each our staff members and learn what issues they work on. This week we will be hearing from Director of State Government Affairs, Pat Miller. Send […] The post Episode 15 Meet The Staff Pat Miller appeared first on ASTA.

It can be challenging enough for CRNAs to keep up with their own responsibilities each day so we understand how difficult it is to stay updated on changing legislation and regulatory issues. Did you know the AANA can be a huge resource for you? We brought on Senior Director of State Government Affairs Anna Polyak, RN, JD, to tell us about where the organization is focused and what they’re doing to help CRNAs.   Show notes and additional resources: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/?p=2253    About the guest:  Ms. Polyak is the Senior Director of State Government Affairs and Legal at the AANA’s where she works closely with state associations of nurse anesthetists to remove barriers to CRNA practice to assure that CRNAs can practice to the full extent of their training and education.  Ms. Polyak received her BSN and JD from Loyola University Chicago.  Prior to joining the AANA in April 2011, she worked as the Corporate Compliance attorney for a national long-term care company and served as the Associate Chief Counsel for the Illinois Department of Public Health. Prior to starting her legal career, Ms. Polyak practiced as an operating room nurse.   Today's rundown:  2:21 – Welcome our guest today, Anna Polyak, RN, BSN, JD 3:15 – Let’s begin by talking about the legislative and regulatory things that CRNAs face and who regulates our practice. 4:46 – Why is this topic so important right now for CRNAs? 5:33 – What are some of the AANA goals have related to CRNA practice and scope of practice? 6:41 – Are all CRNAs under the board of nursing in all states? 7:43 – Anna explains the tracking service tool the AANA offers. 9:53 – Let’s talk about how CRNAs are regulated at the state level. 10:53 – AANA members can use the group to get help understanding the regulations. 11:55 – They look at these basic areas and focus attention here. 12:55 – How states can opt out from the federal supervision requirement.   15:40 – Most members don’t know about this added value resource.   18:35 – What states are going through certain issues currently that the AANA is spending time on? 19:17 – AANA is rolling out a pilot program in Oklahoma, Alabama, and Arkansas. 23:00 – What advice would you have for practicing CRNAs right now and what can they do to keep things moving forward? 25:42 – Sharon’s experience building relationships with legislatures in North Carolina.   26:50 – Educating your facility administrator can also be very helpful.  29:46 – What do you say to the CRNAs that don’t want to get involved beyond the day-to-day responsibilities of the job? 32:37 – Does Anna have any predictions about how the landscape might change in the coming years? 33:50 – Anna is in the middle of organizing a charity race.

On today's episode, we sit down with Matthew Lenz, Director of State Government Affairs at The Toy Association. Matthew's story is a great example of how important networking is to becoming successful in this industry. Matthew went from managing a restaurant, to Senior Policy Advisor to the Attorney General of Rhode Island, and is now a lobbyist. The Toy Association is the not-for-profit trade association representing businesses that design, produce, license, and deliver toys and youth entertainment products. The Toy Association represents over 1,000 members from large toy companies to small mom and pop shops. Matthew attended the University of Rhode Island part-time while managing a restaurant in Warwick, RI After realizing he wanted to work in politics, Matt quit his restaurant job to pursue politics full-time He became former Attorney General Peter Kilmartin's Deputy Campaign Manager Following Kilmartin's win, he was appointed Executive Assistant to the Attorney General, Matthew then ran Kilmartin's reelection campaign, and became Kilmartin's Senior Policy Advisor during his next term in office Matthew then moved to his current position in the private sector at The Toy Association. Help us grow! Leave us a rating and review - it's the best way to bring new listeners to the show.  Have a suggestion, or want to chat with Jim? Email him at Jim@theLobbyingShow.com.  Follow The Lobbying Show on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter for weekly updates about the show, our guests, and more.

Anne CassityVice President, Federal and State Government Affairs at National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) joins Todd Eury, CEO of the Pharmacy Podcast Network, on part one of the new series:  PBM Reform Podcast Series  Pharmacy benefit managers were created as middlemen to reduce administrative costs for insurers, validate a patient's eligibility, administer plan benefits, and negotiate costs between pharmacies and health plans. Over time, PBMs have been allowed to operate virtually unchecked. A lack of transparency in PBM practices has led several states to implement licensure/registration, fair pharmacy audit, or generic drug pricing legislation to try to level the playing field for pharmacies and patients.  NCPA: https://www.ncpanet.org/advocacy/state-advocacy/pbm-reform  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anne CassityVice President, Federal and State Government Affairs at National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) joins Todd Eury, CEO of the Pharmacy Podcast Network, on part one of the new series:  PBM Reform Podcast Series  Pharmacy benefit managers were created as middlemen to reduce administrative costs for insurers, validate a patient's eligibility, administer plan benefits, and negotiate costs between pharmacies and health plans. Over time, PBMs have been allowed to operate virtually unchecked. A lack of transparency in PBM practices has led several states to implement licensure/registration, fair pharmacy audit, or generic drug pricing legislation to try to level the playing field for pharmacies and patients.  NCPA: https://www.ncpanet.org/advocacy/state-advocacy/pbm-reform  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anne CassityVice President, Federal and State Government Affairs at National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) joins Todd Eury, CEO of the Pharmacy Podcast Network, on part one of the new series:  PBM Reform Podcast Series  Pharmacy benefit managers were created as middlemen to reduce administrative costs for insurers, validate a patient's eligibility, administer plan benefits, and negotiate costs between pharmacies and health plans. Over time, PBMs have been allowed to operate virtually unchecked. A lack of transparency in PBM practices has led several states to implement licensure/registration, fair pharmacy audit, or generic drug pricing legislation to try to level the playing field for pharmacies and patients.  NCPA: https://www.ncpanet.org/advocacy/state-advocacy/pbm-reform  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we welcome Sarah Matz to the show. Sarah serves as Senior Director of State Government Affairs for CompTIA, and is based out of Austin, Texas. CompTIA is a trade association that represents the U.S. tech industry, representing nearly 2,000 member companies, and offering I.T. certification programs. Sarah serves as an advocate for CompTIA in the southern region of the U.S. with an impressive portfolio of 12 states, drawing on her years of experience working in government, from the Department of Justice to Congress. Sarah was raised in Arizona, but now calls Texas home. She attended West Texas A&M University for her B.A. in Criminal Justice, and Gonzaga University for an M.A. in Communication and Organizational Leadership. Her first government/political job was interning in the U.S. House of Representatives during her senior year of college. She worked in the U.S. House first as a Legislative Assistant to Congressman Larry Combest, and then as a Senior Policy Advisor to Randy Neugebauer. She then worked as a congressional/public affairs specialist for the U.S. Department of Justice. She then returned to Texas, serving as a Legislative Liaison for the Texas Department of Transportation, before joining CompTIA Help us grow! Leave us a rating and review - it's the best way to bring new listeners to the show.  Have a suggestion, or want to chat with Jim? Email him at: Jim@theLobbyingShow.com Follow The Lobbying Show on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for weekly updates about the show, our guests, and more.  

Dusty Brighton is the Managing Director of Brightstone Bridge, LLC, a firm that Dusty created after an illustrious career in the GR field. Dusty and Jim sat down to chat in Nashville, TN, talking about Dusty's unique career serving as both an in-house and contract lobbyist, and breaking down the differences between the two. Dusty hails from Arkansas. He attended the University of Arkansas for his B.A. in Communications and also a Masters of Public Administration. His first experience in politics was in 3rd grade, hanging up campaign flyers in a gubernatorial race. He served as the Director of State and Government Affairs for Microsoft, and Director of Government Relations for eBay, Inc. He was the Vice President of State Government Affairs at the Internet Association. “At the end of the day, we have a skillset. Doctors know how to be doctors, lawyers know how to be lawyers and Government relations people know how to navigate the government process.” Help us grow! Leave us a rating and review - it's the best way to bring new listeners to the show.  Have a suggestion, or want to chat with Jim? Email him at: Jim@theLobbyingShow.com Follow The Lobbying Show on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for weekly updates about the show, our guests, and more.

Lorri Unumb is best known for leading a nationwide effort to get state mandates passed that require insurance coverage of ABA services for individuals with autism.  She recently transitioned from her role as Head of State Government Affairs for Autism Speaks to CEO for the Council of Autism Service Providers (www.CASProviders.org).  In this interview we discuss her personal story, the legislative process, her new role at CASP, changes in the autism services field, and tips for growing organizations.

The war on packaging is heating up and California is poised to set a new marker that may chance the entire lifecycle of the issue. In an age of increasing delivery demands by consumers, operators are finding themselves in a very difficult position. We discuss that with Shannon Crawford, the Director of State Government Affairs for the Plastics Industry Association. And the online retailer Wayfair had a tough week with many of their employees protesting some of the company's potentially politically-sensitive business engagements. Their response did themselves no favor but may have done a big one for other companies unfortunately demonstrating what not to do in a crisis. We'll take a deep dive into that. We'll talk about those stories and wrap it up with the legislative scorecard.

Christopher Badgley is the Executive Director and CEO of the Association of Dental Support Organizations (ADSO), which represents dental practitioners across the U.S. This includes HR, tech support, financing, and the administrative functions of the dental industry. Badgley spent much of his career in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industry. He obtained a B.S. in Wildlife Management from the University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point. Christopher spent 18 years working for Wyeth Pharmaceuticals, where he started as a sales representative and ended as the Executive Director of State Government Affairs. He then served as the Senior Vice President for Government and Public Affairs at PhRMA, and Senior Vice President of State Government Affairs for TechAmerica, a trade association for tech companies in the U.S. Prior to his role in ADSO, he also worked at Daiichi Sanko, a Japanese pharmaceutical company. “Working at a trade association, you have to listen to a lot of voices, knowing they are competitors. You have to be able to dance that dance, and that is what makes trade associations fun.” The DSO business model in the dental industry allows dentists to focus on patients and clinical aspects, while contracting the back of house functions of the practice to the member companies of ADSO. Help us grow! Leave us a rating and review - it's the best way to bring new listeners to the show.  Have a suggestion, or want to chat with Jim? Email him at: Jim@theLobbyingShow.com Follow The Lobbying Show on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for weekly updates about the show, our guests, and more.

Today's show features Ben Pearlman, Head of State Government Affairs, Northern Region for Lowe's Companies, Inc., where he manages operations in over 25 states. Lowe's started as a small local store, growing to a Fortune 40 company and national retailer of hardware and home appliances, with 2,200 stores across North America and 300,000 employees. Ben grew up in West Lafayette, Indiana. Ben attended American University for his B.A. and obtained his J.D. at Indiana University School of Law-Indianapolis. Growing up in a political family, he became involved very early, attending monthly gatherings of local and county elected officials where he jokes, he was the youngest person attending by 40 years. During college he interned on the Hill in the Senate, before returning to Indiana to work for the Indiana House Democratic Caucus. He returned to D.C. working in the U.S. House of Representatives before spending time working as a Federal Relations Assistant for Indiana University. He then moved to Massachusetts where he worked as a Legislative Attorney at the state capitol, and later as an Attorney/ Contract Lobbyist for Serlin Haley LLP. Prior to his current role, Ben served as the Senior Manager of Government and Regulatory Affairs at Comcast.   “Especially when looking for jobs and internships in government affairs, any opportunity where you get to meet a lot of people very quickly, that is where I point people to go.”    “This is the most challenging role I have been in because there is no shortage of things to do and there is no shortage of things to learn.” Ben breaks down some of the seemingly complicated jargon that lobbyist often use, and offers insight into some of the common trade associations in the retail industry. Working in government affairs for such a large company, Ben works on a range of issues from labor issues, consumer privacy regulation, to tariffs. Ben recommends, “Before you go into government affairs, I suggest learning the business. If you have an interest in politics and you can learn the business, you will be better off.” With that being said, Ben suggests looking into the internships Lowe's offers out of their corporate office, here. Help us grow! Leave us a rating and review - it's the best way to bring new listeners to the show.  Have a suggestion, or want to chat with Jim? Email him at: Jim@theLobbyingShow.com Follow The Lobbying Show on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for weekly updates about the show, our guests, and more.

Bill Ashworth is the Director of State and Local Government Affairs at Alibaba Group, a multinational e-commerce company, headquartered in China.  Bill Ashworth was raised in Wayne, New Jersey. Ashworth obtained his B.A. in Public Communications from American University. He obtained his J.D. from Syracuse University College of Law. His first foray into politics began with student government and door knocking for a local city council campaign. While in law school at Syracuse University, he learned the nuts and bolts of prosecutorial work at the New Jersey Attorney General's Office. He worked as Policy Counsel at TechAmerica, then at Microsoft, and Google. He served as Senior Director of State Government Affairs, and later as Senior Legal Director of Public Policy at Yahoo. “Companies are recognizing the importance of state and government affairs and they are building out those functions accordingly and proportionately.” Help us grow! Leave us a rating and review - it's the best way to bring new listeners to the show.  Have a suggestion, or want to chat with Jim? Email him at: Jim@theLobbyingShow.com Follow The Lobbying Show on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for weekly updates about the show, our guests, and more.

We met up with Dwayne Kratt, Sr. Director of State Government Affairs for Diageo, at the Guinness Open Gate Brewery. We discussed his testimony on behalf of Guinness before the Maryland House of Delegates and Senate, and their support for the bill put fourth by the Brewer’s Association of Maryland. Today’s podcast is presented by Roasthouse Pub in Frederick.

Matthew Guilbault is Associate Director, State Government Affairs at Novartis. In this wide ranging interview, we discuss how he got into lobbying, the pros and cons of being a contract lobbyist, racing motorcycles, and more. Matt studied to be a pilot before deciding to focus on pre-law studies at the College of St. Rose. He got his first job in politics for a State Senator after networking at the restaurant he worked at in Albany. After almost seven years working at the New York General Assembly, Matt transitioned to an in-house lobbying position. After 10 years working in-house, he worked as a contract lobbyist. Matt owns 7 motorcycles, and used to race them professionally. Matt's current position is with Novartis, as Associate Director of Government Affairs He now covers New York, Maine, and Vermont Help us grow! Leave us a rating and review - it's the best way to bring new listeners to the show.  Have a suggestion, or want to chat with Jim? Email him at: Jim@theLobbyingShow.com Follow The Lobbying Show on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for weekly updates about the show, our guests, and more.

Author KJ Howe is back with another book in the Thea Paris thriller series. Skyjack, the sequel to The Freedom Broker, is an action-adventure series where the main character, a hostage rescuer and seriously tough lady, also happens to live with type 1 diabetes. **A few minor audio issues with this show. Stacey sounds like she's inside a tin can at times! Apologies, should be fixed for next week** Join the Diabetes Connections Facebook Group We find out why Howe decided to focus on diabetes for this series; she has a background in medical writing but doesn't have type 1 herself. She also shares tips for aspiring writers and talks about her annual Thriller Fest in New York - this year, George RR Martin is making an appearance.  In our Know Better segment, a new push to hear more stories from women of color with diabetes with the social media account WOCDiabetes on Twitter and Instagram Our community connection this week is Christine Fallabel. She got our attention with a column she wrote about not wanting to be anyone’s diabetes hero as well as talking about her marriage to someone without type 1. Christine is also the American Diabetes Association’s Director of State Government Affairs and Advocacy for the Mountain Region, covering 9 states. ----- 2:30 Stacey welcome and talks about travel with Benny. He seems to think it's okay to throw all his diabetes gear on the luggage conveyor belt. 6:30 Interview with KJ Howe, author of Skyjack 30:00 Know Better Segment: WOCDiabetes expained 33:00 Community Connection interview with Christine Fallabel 56:00 Stacey talks about meeting George RR Martin during a Convention Q&A (read her write-up here) ----- Sign up for our newsletter here Get the App and listen to Diabetes Connections wherever you go! Click here for iPhone      Click here for Android     

Indiana has lagged behind most other states when it comes to providing any type of state-funded preschool. A five-county pilot program that provides funding for children of low income families to attend quality Pre-K has seen such an overwhelming demand for enrollment that supporters say it's time for the state to move to a full fledged program. This year, the legislature made some changes. Hear from experts: Christina Hage, VP of Public Policy for United Way of Central Indiana; Mike O'Connor, Senior Director, State Government Affairs, Eli Lilly & Company; and Ted Maple, President and CEO of Early Learning Indiana.

Host: Jennifer Caudle, DO States are cracking down on physicians and pharmacies in an attempt to curb a nationwide epidemic of opioid abuse. While some measures are improving the situation in hard-hit areas such as Florida, opponents say that the new laws are also keeping needed medications out of the hands of patients. How are states responding to this dual-issue, and do the ends of diminishing drug overdoses justify the means of restricting drug access to those who need them? Host Jennifer Caudle, DO welcomes guests Nick Schilligo and Mark Bailey, DO, PhD to Everyday Family Medicine to discuss the pros and cons of updated opioid prescription regulations nationwide. Mr. Schilligo is Associate Vice President of State Government Affairs for the American Osteopathic Association, while Dr. Mark Bailey is Professor of Neurology and Pain Medicine specialist at the University of Alabama in Birmingham. This program was recorded on site at the American Osteopathic Association's annual medical education conference, OMED2015 in Orlando, FL,