How To Be Heard On The Hill

Heading to Capitol Hill for Water Week? Make the most of your meetings with Congress by learning what really happens behind closed doors. This webinar will equip you with insider knowledge and practical strategies to ensure your 15-minute visits with legislators and staffers have a lasting impact.

First, Bebe Schaefer, former lobbyist for the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies and now a consultant with EMA, will lead “So You Think You Can Talk to a Senator?”—a fast-paced session on how to communicate effectively, build rapport, and leave a lasting impression.

Then, join Josh Mahan (Senior Director of Government & Industry Relations at Xylem) for an exclusive insider Q&A with John Kane (former EPW staffer and current Policy Director for the Delaware Governor) and Logan Ferree (current staffer with the Water Resources and Environment House subcommittee.) These current and former Senate & House staffers will share candid advice on what happens after your meeting—how staffers think, what motivates them, and why a polite “yes” doesn’t always mean action.

Whether you’re a seasoned advocate or new to Hill meetings, this session will give you the tools to navigate the political landscape, make meaningful connections, and turn your conversations into real influence.

𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2i9AVjazTdycGXCiM47StA