Pause. Reflect. Prioritize.

Pause. Reflect. Prioritize.

While the former regulator in me wants exactness, consistency, and stability – the reality is that I have never been one to gravitate to New Year’s Resolutions, which could provide all of those things.  I’m more content marching to the beat of my own drum and really...
Navigating the Waters of State Government

Navigating the Waters of State Government

When some hears lobbyist, they often think of someone pushing for legislation or asking for a state appropriation.  While that can be a part of our jobs, our job is really being a navigator and strategic counselor for our clients. Our clients range from big to small,...
Remaining True to Yourself

Remaining True to Yourself

Throughout graduation season our lobby team is sharing advice they would give new recent college graduates as they’re embarking on their careers. After multiple celebrations this summer it wasn’t surprising that at least one of them had “Advice for the Graduate” cards...
Starting is Half the Battle

Starting is Half the Battle

Beginnings can be a time of great opportunity. To quote Aristotle, “The beginning seems to be more than half of the whole.”  True indeed.  I can recall my first three months serving as a commissioner on the Michigan Public Service Commission.  During that time, there...