“APS & Associates has proven capabilities and experience to consult county, city, and other local government agencies in this current public affairs climate.”

– Voyage Chicago

“A fresh face in an elite, white-male dominated field.”

– Laura Washington, Sun-Times

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General Consulting

We build successful political & issue campaigns by leveraging our expertise and relationships. We manage how campaigns are structured and how campaign teams are developed. From the first poll to the election night party, we are invested in the success of our campaigns.

Political Strategy

We manage the real-time stakeholder communication and public affair sector relationships that are required to maintain a strong base of support and constituent engagement.

Grassroots Outreach

We facilitate the “on-the-ground” organizing tools that are required to personalize constituent engagement through canvassing, phone banks, and design of local/community and regional events.

Research

We research and create briefs to communicate policy platforms and stances on specific topics including legislative agendas, current events, and relevant public policy issues. For campaigns, we offer concise and practical political intelligence & opposition material.

Communications & Earned Media

We develop and execute specific communication plans for a myriad of objectives. We steward strategic earned media messaging and can serve as spokesperson for media inquiries.

Intergovernmental Affairs

We serve as liaison between you and multiple levels of government to push legislation, create and execute “issue campaigns,” and coordinate the cultivation of relationships with elected officials.

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APS & Associates

At APS & Associates, we believe that every challenge presents an opportunity for growth and positive transformation. We are dedicated to helping you overcome obstacles and seize those opportunities by providing you with tailored and effective solutions. Our track record speaks for itself, as we have successfully empowered numerous clients to create lasting impact and drive meaningful change.

Thank you for considering APS & Associates as your partner in the journey towards a better world. Together, we can transform caring into action, overcome challenges, and deliver tangible results that truly make a difference. Get in touch with us today to explore how we can collaborate to achieve your public affairs goals.

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APS & Associates serves the public affairs sector by turning caring into action, identifying a challenge,finding a solution, and delivering impact. APS & Associates provides clients with public affairs tools forgrassroots organizing, intergovernmental affairs, political campaigning and communication strategies.

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