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SGAC's The Lobby Podcast
Behind the Scenes: A Preview of the National Summit

In this episode, Terra McClelland (SGAC Board President 2023 - 2024), Caren Lock (2024 National Summit Chair), and Mindy Baker (Communications Committee Chair) come together to discuss what will make the 2024 National Summit such a special event. They highlight key moments and what has shaped the National Summit's reputation as a premier gathering for professionals in government affairs.

The trio (along with Crislyn Lumia) share personal anecdotes and insights into what will make the Summit a success. They discuss unique networking opportunities and inspiring speakers that attendees can expect to encounter, as well as philanthropic information. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the passion and drive of the National Summit team, which has been working tirelessly to create an unforgettable experience. Additionally, they provide a sneak peak into several exciting keynote speakers and sessions, offering a taste of the valuable content and discussions that will take place. Our hosts also discuss the Certificate Program and Advanced Certificate Program offered at the National Summit, emphasizing how attendees can leverage these programs to reach their professional goals. This episode features a segment on getting to know Dallas, with recommendations for great places to visit and a few local hidden spots for amazing food.

Don't forget to register at www.sgac.org and to download your conference app!

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Moderator: Crislyn Lumia, Senior Director, Education & Training, SGAC
Guests: Terra McClelland, Vice President of Government and External Affairs, Benevis; Caren Lock, Regional Vice President & Associate General Counsel of Government Relations, TIAA; Mindy Baker, Director, State and Local Government, Total Wine & More
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Please visit www.sgac.org for additional resources for state government affairs professionals.

SGAC's The Lobby Podcast
SGR Lessons Learned: A Conversation with Donald and Lizzie of Volkswagen

Crislyn Lumia hosts Donald Davidson and Lizzie Pittinger from Volkswagen Group of America, discussing their careers in the state government affairs field. Donald has been in the field for many years, while Lizzie started in 2020.

They talk about how they landed in state government relations, with Lizzie participating in a specific program at Volkswagen, while Donald entered the field after a major life pivot. They share leadership lessons, including balancing energy with execution and achieving buy-in from partners through active listening and building on past achievements. They also discuss how their small team tackles projects and three aspects that make the team effective. Additionally, they share best practices for public speaking, including three steps to strengthen your public speaking skills.
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Moderator: Crislyn Lumia, Senior Director, Education & Training, SGAC
Guests: Donald Davidson - Senior Manager, Public Policy and Strategy, Volkswagen Group of America; Lizzie Pittinger - Public Affairs Specialist Sr., Volkswagen Group of America
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Please visit www.sgac.org for additional resources for state government affairs professionals.

SGAC's The Lobby Podcast
SGR Lessons Learned: A Conversation with Anika and Sabina of Intuit

Crislyn Lumia hosts Anika Hagenson and Sabina Nussipov from Intuit, discussing their roles in state government affairs. Anika, who has more experience and Sabina, who is newer to the field, reflect on lessons they've learned from their respective journeys to their current roles.

They share anecdotes of growth and failure, emphasizing what they learned from mistakes. They reflect on whether they would have predicted their current roles several years ago and share about working with different perspectives to effectively collaborate. They address combating burnout in the fast-paced environment of state government affairs and what they've learned from their relationship with each other, highlighting key takeaways. You will also hear a pithy sailboat analogy you're sure to use in the future!

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Moderator: Crislyn Lumia, Senior Director, Education & Training, SGAC
Guests: Anika Hagenson, Senior Manager, State Government Relations, Intuit; Sabina Nussipov, Government Relations Manager, Intuit
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Please visit www.sgac.org for additional resources for state government affairs professionals.