Governmental relations

“Many a slip twixt the cup and the lip” is the phrase William Shakespeare used to remind us that even when the outcome appears certain, things can – and often do – go wrong.  Versant knows that every legislative or regulatory initiative can somehow, somewhere along the way, get derailed by unforeseen actions and opposition.

That is why Versant spends time analyzing clients’ issues, and designing effective messaging for whenever the team “hits the Hill.” 

Versant then identifies the best path to success and begins opening doors to a vast network of policy and decision-makers. 

Along the way, Versant team members identify problems, clear up misinformation and misconceptions, educate, advocate and remain alert until the ultimate goal been achieved.  Preparing bills and amendments, tracking legislative and regulatory actions, prepping for legislative visits – it is all in a day’s work at Versant Strategies.

Regulatory Work

When it comes to dealing with state government, our clients are some of the most regulated in the Commonwealth.  Nary a week goes by that we are not involved in cutting red tape from securing special use permits, to resolving eminent domain disputes, to leading the charge for regulatory reform.
From Fortune 500 companies down to the small farmer, Versant knows the arcane and byzantine world of regulatory affairs in Pennsylvania, and puts our expertise to work on behalf of our clients.

Business Development

Versant’s vast portfolio of current and former clients affords us the unique opportunity to open doors between companies and associations to partner on projects, production, or advocacy campaigns.  Companies, non-profits, and associations are often too busy to see opportunities outside of their comfort zone.  At Versant, we pride ourselves in connecting our clients with unforeseen opportunities.

Association/Non-Profit Management

Versant enjoys a successful track record of helping associations and non-profits manage and expand their memberships.  Our professionals write speeches, file required documents, host meetings, develop agendas, as well as disseminate materials designed to keep an organizations’ membership abreast of legislative and regulatory changes.
From helping folks develop powerful new web sites to doing mass mailings, Versant gets the job done.

Misc.

Other services we are proud to offer include:

• Grant and loan applications for government programs
• Draft testimony for PA House, Senate and Congressional hearings
• Provide keynote speakers for events