Client Services
The Johnston Group provides a variety of services to our clients, including:
Federal lobbying, policy analysis, grant funding and direct congressional appropriations.
Legislative lobbying including drafting legislation and amendments, securing congressional support and working with committees and leadership to enact.
Support relationships and manage workflows between clients and federal grant making agencies.
Intergovernmental relations counsel and public affairs consulting.
Review of capital budgets to find opportunities for federal funding support.
Community events involving elected officials and media.
Community outreach and communications.
The results of these services for clients include:
Tens of millions of dollars in direct federal support for transportation, community healthcare and economic development.
Legislation introduced in Congress to achieve specific policy goals.
New tools for cities and hospitals that align local missions with federal funding opportunities.
Supportive federal legislation for local cities, hospitals and other public entities.
Strong partnerships established between the federal government and local clients in support of common goals.
Federal Funding
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Review capital plans and align with eligibility requirements for congressional funding.
Create collateral materials to support funding request.
Complete all congressional project submittal forms.
Develop community support for projects.
Create local events with community, client, media and delegation to highlight projects.
Work with Appropriations and Authorization Committees to ensure eligibility and explain funding need.
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Analysis of federal grant opportunities for client programs and plans.
Secure delegation support for grant applications.
Align client projects with legislative and agency priorities.
Contribute to narrative portions of grant applications.
Develop community support for grants.
Policy Support
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Work with clients to understand where federal polices are helping - or hindering - local priorities.
Develop lobbying materials and strategies for clients to engage with Congress.
Train and support local officials with their outreach and lobbying.
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Develop legislative strategies to advance client interests, including drafting amendments and legislation.
Lobby Congress in support of policy outcomes.
Provide detailed analysis of proposed and existing federal legislation.
Federal Relations
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Lead client lobbying trips to Washington DC, including materials development, scheduling and message preparation.
Track priorities and actions taken by Congress and assist clients with analysis and response.
Connect clients with DC-based activities including media events, committee hearings and testimony and policy development activities.
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Create and lead district-based meetings with the client and Members of Congress and their key staff.
Create events and media opportunities to support lobbying and funding agenda.
What People Are Saying
“The Johnston Group has helped our City develop our relationships with our congressional delegation. Jake understands the process, the timelines and the process of the federal funding landscape. He helps us make the right requests at the right time in the right way.”
— Mayor Jerry Smith, City of Mountlake Terrace
“The Johnston Group delivers a hands on approach to strategizing with the City to develop our policy agenda. Their strength is their ability to work with the City both locally and in Washington DC to building strong relationships with our federal partners.”
— Mayor Keith McGlashan , City of Shoreline
The Johnston Group has helped Woodinville successfully compete for federal funds through exceptional counsel and support. Jake’s strategic vision and deep understanding of the federal process has positioned our City into strong partnerships with our congressional delegation and within our region. I recommend the Johnston Group to other jurisdictions without hesitation.”
— Mayor Mike Millman, City of Woodinville
“The Johnston Group understands complex federal health policy and the federal funding environment. Island Health has benefitted from working with Jake to bring needed funding and policy support to Island Health and we appreciate his work in Washington D.C. and here at home. Jake gets the critical importance and vitality that rural hospitals bring to their community, and I recommend the firm to any rural hospital seeking policy or funding support.”
— Elise Cutter, CEO, Island Health
“The Johnston Group has helped Skagit Valley Hospital partner with our congressional delegation to meet the healthcare needs of our community. The collaborative approach has led to much needed federal funding as well as supportive policy development.”
— Gregg Davidson, CEO, Skagit Regional Health
“Jake is without a doubt one of the top minds in public affairs, government relations, appropriations work and legislative consulting in the business. It is rare to find someone with such a complete background yet Jake has it. I have zero hesitation in recommending him and the services he provides.”
— Tom Boyer, Director of Government and Public Affairs, Novo Nordisk
“Jake is not only an advocate; he is a teacher and mentor. He has helped us learn to pay attention to the needs of our elected officials, so that we can offer solutions that meet their needs as well as ours. We literally would not be in the place we are today, on a path of partnership with our lawmakers, without his skillful guidance and deep reservoir of knowledge. We can't speak highly enough of Jake.”
— Jamie Maciejewski, Executive Director, Habitat for Humanity of East Jefferson County
“In rural health care, advocacy efforts can make the difference between success and failure. When navigating the labyrinth of Federal policymaking, you need a trusted guide. Jake has been that guide for Skyline Hospital. Jake has grown into a trusted thought partner for Skyline, and he has the DC relationships to turn those thoughts into action. Skyline highly recommends the Johnston Group.”
— Matt Kollman, CEO, Skyline Health
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