Organizations of all kinds turn to government relations and public affairs consultants when the decisions of policymakers or the court of public opinion can shape their future. Our clients include businesses, nonprofits, industry associations, and community coalitions that need help navigating regulation, building relationships with government, shaping legislation, or managing sensitive public issues. Whether you’re seeking to influence policy, protect your reputation, or mobilize community support, The Zierhut Group provides the strategy and credibility to help you succeed.

Organizations often benefit from engaging us early: before a challenge turns into a problem, before a problem becomes a crisis. You should consider working with a government relations and public affairs firm when you’re facing new regulations, advancing a major project that requires approvals, entering a high-stakes political environment, or dealing with public perception challenges. By getting involved early, we can help you anticipate risks, build coalitions, and shape the narrative so that you’re prepared and positioned for success.

That said, many of our clients come to us once challenges are already unfolding. In those situations, we bring the same focus, relationships, and strategic execution to help you stabilize, respond effectively, and move toward your goals.

Yes. Our work includes political campaigns, but much of what we do is focused on helping businesses, nonprofits, industry associations, and community coalitions navigate policy, government processes, and public perception. Campaigns and ballot measures are one part of our portfolio, and the same skills: coalition-building, strategic communications, and advocacy allow us to deliver results for clients across sectors.

We build influence by combining direct advocacy with the broader support that makes decision-makers pay attention. That means engaging officials and agencies through government relations, bringing together coalitions and partnerships that amplify a client’s position, and shaping public conversations through strategic communications and media relations. Just as important, we draw on long-standing relationships in the communities we serve and a reputation for credibility that allows us to begin each project from a place of trust. Together, these elements give our clients both access and impact where it matters most.

Success is defined by the goals of each client. For some, it means advancing or protecting legislation, securing agency approvals, or influencing a key policy decision. For others, it may be building a coalition, strengthening relationships with government and community leaders, or improving public perception in a challenging environment. In every case, we measure success by whether our clients are better positioned to achieve their objectives and move their priorities forward.