Governmental relations

Versant stands alone when counseling agricultural and rural clients on how to build relationships with key members of the Pennsylvania General Assembly, as well as the U.S. Congressional Delegation.

Companies and associations across the Northeast rely on us for help in monitoring legislation, preparation for legislative visits, and necessary follow-up.

Versant leadership and direction is evident in affecting the outcome of pending legislation.

Whether it is helping to get amendatory language or language changes offered or assisting in moving a piece of legislation through the process, we work the Hill in both Pennsylvania and Washington D.C. for clients ranging from dairy producers, to pest control companies, to large-scale national manufacturers.

Regulatory Work/Permits

One of the nation’s top gypsum companies was struggling to get a special use permit to use recycled drywall products for agricultural uses such as livestock bedding and soil amendments.  

Versant was able to navigate the bureaucracy and red-tape to guide this company to victory in Pennsylvania.

Versant has also helped to resolve eminent domain disputes.

Versant is leading the regulatory charge on behalf of small farm equipment dealers, and the small farmers who rely on their products, who are being unfairly shut out of local markets by monopolistic practices.

Business Development

Versant has worked to build a groundbreaking bridge between a major solar power company and farmers across the Northeast, providing producers a means to control energy costs. 

A leading Pennsylvania-based biofuel company relies on Versant to navigate the halls of DC on their behalf.

Association/Non-Profit Management

When a beef industry association needed a new, more powerful and user-friendly web site, they called on Versant.

We also help write speeches and columns for client organizations and their leaders.

We have a successful track record in helping associations and non-profits manage their memberships.  We can file required documents, help plan and host meetings, and design agendas.  

We also offer Political Action Committee strategies to help clients maximize their political impact.

Grants/Financial Assistance

Our team can navigate the grant processes at both the state a federal levels.  Versant has helped numerous clients apply for – and receive – grants including dollars for energy efficient practices.

As programs across state government were cut to the bone in the 2009-2010 budget debate, we were able to help several of our clients see funding levels restored.

Education Outreach

Over the years, Versant has helped to design business plans for the smallest operators to the larger players in the industry.  Colleges and universities have also contracted with our firm to help design lesson plans and curricula for their students.

Industry professionals from all walks of life rely on Versant’s professionals to write prepared remarks, draft Congressional testimony and other speech materials for delivery in every imaginable venue.  

Moreover, the Versant Principals are frequent keynote speakers at industry events.