Federation Relations and Grassroots Advocacy
Federation Relations and Grassroots Advocacy manages relationships with state and local chambers of commerce and trade associations.
The Federation Relations and Grassroots Advocacy division manages relationships with state and local chambers of commerce, trade associations and small businesses and has a membership presence in every state across the country.
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The Chamber’s Washington Fly-In Briefing Program attracts chambers from around the country to hear the inside scoop on hot issues and policies affecting the business community. They receive a front-row seat at a program tailored specifically to their business priorities and have access to top Chamber policy and advocacy experts.
Members who aren't planning a fly-in to Washington can take advantage of the Chamber's virtual policy briefings to hear from top policy and advocacy experts on topics of interest to their local business community.
Leadership
- Sara ArmstrongVice President and Managing Director, Federation Relations and Grassroots Advocacy
- Raymond P. Towle, IOM, CAEVice President, Federation Relations and Grassroots Advocacy, Institute for Organization Management
- Lexi BransonExecutive Director, Federation Programs and Grassroots Political Affairs and Federation Relations
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