Insight & Influence

C&G Strategies

A podcast of insights from influencers produced and hosted by the C & G Strategies team who use their unique backgrounds, bipartisan connections, and governmental experience to benefit clients across Pennsylvania.

  1. 3D AGO

    Ep 21: Brian Kennedy from PGH Tech Council

    Brian Kennedy from the Pittsburgh Technology Council sits down with Rob Vescio and David Caliguiri to talk about the upcoming 2nd annual PA Data Center & Energy Innovation Summit.

    26 min

  2. FEB 17

    Ep. 20: Dewey Lanuzzo & Rachel Poorman with Pittsburgh Towing Association

    Nello Giorgetti, sits down with Dewey Ianuzzo (Saitta's Towing) and Rachel Poorman (Dave's Towing) talk about the Pittsburgh Towing Association and how possible new legislation can impact small businesses.

    23 min

  3. FEB 10

    Ep 19: Alex Halper Senior VP of Government Affairs for the PA Chamber

    Alex Halper, the Senior Vice President of Government Affairs for the PA Chamber, sits down with Rob & Amie to talk permit reform, CNI reduction & more.

    24 min

  4. JAN 27

    Ep 18: What's Ahead for the General Assembly in 2026

    The C & G Strategies team from Harrisburg and Pittsburgh get together to talk about what's ahead for the general assembly in 2026. Tony Crisci, Co-Founder/General Counsel Amie Downs, SVP of Communications Nello Giorgetti, SVP of Government Relations Don Smith, Senior Policy Director Rob Vescio, Co-Founder/Chief Financial Officer

    27 min

  5. JAN 13

    Insights & Influence: Year 1

    In 2025, C & G Strategies launched the Insight & Influence podcast, a place for meaningful conversations that shape the Commonwealth. Across 17 episodes, we have remained bicameral and bipartisan. We didn't just talk about policy; we talked with the decision-makers leading the charge. This past year, we were honored to host the Lieutenant Governor, the President Pro Tempore of the Senate, the majority and minority leaders of both chambers, and legislators from across the state, ensuring every perspective had a seat at our table. Insight & Influence has also taken a deep dive into local issues that legislators and organizations are developing policy around. We've featured voices like Pittsburgh City Council members, and partnered them with statewide organizations on the podcast, to talk about how their work is impacting every Pennsylvanian. Or a State Representative talking with a nonprofit organization about their work around housing. We sat down with organizations like The Salvation Army to discuss emergency preparedness, and the Pittsburgh Film Office to explore the future support of the film industry in Pennsylvania. And C & G Strategies' government relations professionals were central to these talks. They provided the bridge between high-level policy and everyday law, speaking to the intricacies of the state budget process, pending legislation, and the impact of policy at the local, state, and federal levels. Whether it was analyzing the 2025 election trends with Senator Greg Rothman and former Auditor General Eugene DePasquale, or championing the Waterfront Development Tax Credit with Representative Emily Kinkead, Insight & Influence proved that when we listen to one another, we can find a path forward. And we closed our year with a look at the massive transformation of the Pittsburgh International Airport that has been supported by legislators from across the state who recognize the airport's significance and its economic impact on this region. Thank you for joining us for a landmark year. As we head into 2026, we remain committed to bringing you the insight you need and the influence that drives Pennsylvania forward. Catch up on all our 2025 episodes on our website or your favorite podcast platform and watch for the first episode of 2026 later this month.

    4 min

  6. 12/16/2025

    Episode 17: Senator Devlin Robinson & Christina Cassotis

    Senator Devlin Robinson, 37th Senatorial District & Christina Cassotis, CEO of the Allegheny County Airport Authority join Rob Vescio this week to talk about the new front door to the world, advanced manufacturing and a new destination Pittsburghers will soon be able to visit.

    32 min

  7. 12/09/2025

    Episode 16: House Majority Leader Rep. Matt Bradford

    This week's guest: House Majority Leader Rep. Matt Bradford Hosts: Rob Vescio, Partner & Chief Financial Officer, C & G Strategies and Nello Giorgetti, Senior Vice President of Government Relations, C & G Strategies

    22 min

  8. 11/25/2025

    Episode 15: Former PA Auditor General Eugene DePasquale

    Former PA Auditor General Eugene DePasquale joins Nello Giorgetti on this week's episode.

    26 min
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About

A podcast of insights from influencers produced and hosted by the C & G Strategies team who use their unique backgrounds, bipartisan connections, and governmental experience to benefit clients across Pennsylvania.

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  • Creator
    C&G Strategies
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Insight & Influence