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🚨ICYMI! This past week, we brought together a powerhouse panel of communicators and leaders for a conversation on how AI is reshaping the business, policy and cultural landscape for organizations. Couldn’t join us live? Watch the full recording here: lnkd.in/e9EK9sWY

Meet Amanda Finney (@FinneyAmanda2 ), VP on our Reputation Management team. She shares what she’s focused on in her new role, how her public sector experience is shaping her approach, her top career highlight and what she’s looking forward to with her upcoming move to New York.…

We're proud to celebrate Partner Cedric Grant for being named one of @washingtonian's “500 Most Influential People of 2025.” This prestigious list honors leading experts and advocates outside of government who are shaping the most important policy conversations in Washington.…

AI is transforming how organizations communicate, build trust and manage reputational risk — and it’s happening fast. Join us on Wednesday, July 16 from 10–11 AM ET for a webinar built for Chief Communications Officers and senior leaders navigating this transformation. Moderated…

After eight transformative years, Nicole Cornish will step down as CEO at Avoq by the end of the year. She will remain on the Board and actively support a smooth leadership transition and continue to provide ongoing strategic guidance as the firm moves forward. We are deeply…

The National LGBTQ Task Force in Washington, D.C. is a driving force for positive change, pursuing national policy that works for all Americans, no matter how they identify. From fighting to have “homosexuality” decategorized as a mental disorder in 1973, to ongoing advocacy and…

A major bipartisan moment in the Senate could reshape the future of digital payments. Keith Castaldo, SVP on our Government Relations team, breaks down what the stablecoin vote means for U.S. leadership in digital assets and the power play now facing the House.

The Ali Forney Center (AFC) is saving lives and changing them. What began with six beds in a church basement is now the largest organization in the U.S. dedicated to LGBTQ+ homeless youth, serving over 2,000 young people each year with housing, meals, healthcare and a 24/7…

With both the GENIUS Act and the CLARITY Act gaining traction, there’s major movement in how Congress is thinking about innovation, oversight, and transparency for the future of digital assets in the U.S. SVPs on our Government Relations team Keith Castaldo and Rebecca Shaw break…

The Pride Center of New Jersey works to fight discrimination and serve the needs of the LGBTQ+ community. The Center offers educational tools, family resources, free HIV testing and most importantly, a safe and welcoming community where all are accepted. We’re proud to honor…

Since 1985, @AIDSChicago (AFC) has been a vital force in HIV/AIDS prevention, care and advocacy. Through education, community programs and policy leadership, AFC is building a healthier future for those living with and affected by HIV. We’re proud to amplify their unwavering…

Congress is back in session with a full Senate agenda and a fast-approaching July 4th deadline. Natalie Farr Harrison and Bill Ghent, SVPs on our Government Relations team, break down what to watch as the budget reconciliation process heats up. If you want to learn more, reach us…

Communicators today must be willing to engage a wide range of media outlets, even those that may feel ideologically distant. As Partner and Head of Strategic Planning, Dianne Riddle Mikeska notes, “These outlets have the ear of policymakers, and if you try to avoid them, you’ll…

On the move: @TeamAvoq appoints partners Whit Askew and Cedric Grant to manage its gov't relations operations... @rbbcomm names VPs Jennifer Valdes & Julie Jimenez-Padron as equity shareholders... The Consultancy PR promotes Francesco Tribuzio to SVP odwpr.us/3SCDHBr

Avoq is excited to share that partners Whitaker Askew and Cedric Grant will now serve as co-heads of our Government Relations team, leading day-to-day operations and strategy. With bipartisan expertise across sectors—from healthcare and energy to technology and entertainment—they…

A lot of movement on the budget reconciliation bill occurred over the last several hours, and the House has now acted. So what’s next? SVP and Republican Lobbyist on our Government Relations team, Lindsey Seidman, shares the latest update and what’s to come. If you want to learn…

SVP on Government Relations and public health expert Caitlin Canter spoke with @PRWeekUS on emerging healthcare trends for 2025 and how health communicators are navigating this rapidly evolving landscape, impacting pertinent issues for our clients. Check it out:…

We had a great time celebrating standout ideas and the incredible people behind them at @Provoke_News' SABRE NA Awards this week! We're thrilled to take home the award for Best Energy & Natural Resources Campaign for @WilliamsUpdates' "Experience Powers Us" campaign. Thank you,…

During our webinar on Navigating the Future of Federal Tax Policy, we discussed the potential impact this year’s tax package could have on industry stakeholders. Partner Whit Askew counsels on what communicators and businesses should do to advocate and get their message in front…

While DC policy insiders often find that much more divides them than unites them, when it comes to where they get their news, there is one thing that they seem to agree on: the power of LinkedIn, according to a survey by @TeamAvoq odwpr.us/4jzEWNg