WASHINGTON, D.C. – Forbes Tate Partners (FTP) is excited to announce its Partner, Ed Hill, is joining as co-host of Macrocast, a weekly podcast delivering expert insight and analysis on the latest macroeconomic trends. In collaboration with Markets Policy Partners, Macrocast brings listeners in-depth commentary on the intersection of markets, policy, and economics in a concise, 30-minute format.

Hosted by FTP’s Ed Hill, alongside Markets Policy Partners’ John Fagan and Brendan Walsh, Macrocast dissects the most pressing economic issues shaping the markets. The podcast equips listeners with the essential knowledge to stay ahead of financial trends and make informed decisions, whether at work, in conversations with friends and family, or while managing personal finances.

“Macrocast offers a unique blend of market and policy expertise,” said Ed Hill, Partner at Forbes Tate Partners. “It’s designed to break down complex topics in a way that’s accessible and engaging, giving listeners the insights they need to understand how macroeconomic trends affect their daily lives.”

“We’re excited to welcome Ed Hill and Forbes Tate Partners as co-hosts and co-producers of Macrocast,” said John Fagan, Co-founder of Markets Policy Partners. “Ed brings a wealth of experience and fresh perspectives on the financial policy landscape, making this partnership a perfect fit for delivering the kind of thoughtful, timely analysis our listeners have come to expect.”

“Our collaboration with Forbes Tate Partners and Ed Hill elevates Macrocast to the next level,” said Brendan Walsh, Co-founder of Markets Policy Partners. “Together, we’re offering listeners deeper insights at the intersection of markets, policy, and economics, empowering them to stay ahead of the game in an increasingly complex financial world.”

Produced by Markets Policy Partners, Macrocast is the go-to source for anyone seeking a clear and concise analysis of economic developments. With expert hosts who have spent their careers advising on government policy and analyzing market movements, listeners can expect timely and actionable information to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.

Listeners can tune in weekly on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, and Buzzsprout.

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About Forbes Tate Partners: 

Forbes Tate Partners is a bipartisan, full-service public affairs consultancy specializing in government relations, grassroots advocacy, strategic communications, fundraising, and business development. The firm’s primary areas of specialty are the development and implementation of bipartisan lobbying and advocacy strategies related to tax, health care, natural resource management, trade, energy, telecommunications, outdoor recreation, appropriations, and agriculture. Jeff Forbes and Dan Tate, Jr. founded the firm in 2012. 

Forbes Tate Partners has been highlighted as one of Bloomberg’s top performing lobbying firms and as one of PR News’ Agency Elite Top 100 agencies, recognizing the leading public relations practices in the country.

Question –

Where do you see the food pricing and inflation fitting into this election?

These are economic issues, which have long been top of mind for voters and remain so today. Recent polls show that the economy and inflation are important to 81 percent of registered voters heading to the polls this fall. The need for a robust domestic food supply and a strong rural economy is certainly a big part of that conversation.

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What legislative priorities are you thinking about for the remainder of this Congress and next Congress?

As someone who follows food, agriculture, and related policies, the next Farm Bill is top of mind. The current extension of the 2018 Farm Bill expires September 30th. A lapse in the Farm Bill has no real immediate ramifications to farmers; however, Congressional leaders are considering passing a new Farm Bill or another extension later this year and ahead of a new Congress with an already jampacked agenda. Many are pushing for the former, as 2024 inflation-adjusted net cash farm income projections for many crops are their worst in over a decade. Further, a new Farm Bill provides opportunities to update other critical policies, including rural development, energy, horticulture, forestry, credit, agriculture trade, and nutrition.

In the new 119th Congress, there will be a flurry of activity out of the gate. Such activities include setting up new Congressional procedures and committee assignments, and addressing the debt limit and 2025 expiring tax provisions.

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What is one area of expertise that people may not know you have? 

My colleagues and friends get a chuckle, but I work on industrial hemp and cannabis policy! I actually serve as co-executive director of the Coalition for Cannabis Policy, Education, and Regulation (CPEAR), one of the Forbes Tate Partner’s prominent coalitions. During the 2014 Farm Bill and at the White House, I worked on industrial hemp, a crop with great potential, and related policies. That has translated into my extensive understanding a variety of cannabinoid issues.

Also, I’m always happy to discuss the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), but strangely only a few people ever take me up on it.

Question –

What impact does tourism have on our country’s natural resources and conservation efforts?

When it comes to public land and water, the dynamics cut a few different ways. On the positive side, the incredible popularity of our national parks, state parks and other public lands as places for people to get outside and get active means more Americans are maintaining or gaining an appreciation for the value of these places. In theory, that appreciation would translate into constituents pressing federal and state governments to provide adequate resources and funding to manage and conserve these natural resources in a balanced manner guided by best available science. I’d say at the federal level for sure, we still have major resource shortfalls in need of attention. We are loving some of these places to death and we are not giving natural resource managers what they need carry out the very complicated work of allowing for multiple kinds of uses of our public natural resources, including high public demand for recreational access. Here in Washington, outdoor recreation related tourism continues to represent a policy space where we can find a high level of bipartisan cooperation, so we’ve made some incremental progress on this front and I’m bullish about continued progress.

Question –

Earlier this year, you helped pass the EXPLORE Act. Can you tell us a little more about this bill and its importance?

We did get this passed in the House of Representatives on a voice vote under suspension which speaks very directly to my point above – in a narrowly divided House where bipartisanship has been in short supply for many Congresses now, this legislation addressing a wide range of federal outdoor recreation management needs came out of committee smoothly and the full House smoothly. Its Senate companion, America’s Outdoor Recreation Act, similarly came out of committee unanimously twice. This bill for the most part is aimed at helping the federal government update its approach to recreation management on many fronts that have been in need of attention for some time including how various seasons for recreation permitting are determined, updated campground management, more effective gateway community collaborations – it’s a long list. It’s not sexy stuff but it gets at the guts of how our public land management agencies approach facilitating recreation and if passed and implemented, this legislation will help all Americans who love the outdoors. It’s a big deal.

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How is climate change affecting outdoor recreation in our country? What can we do about it? 

In a very practical sense, people are having to shift the locations of where they pursue their favorite outdoor activities or turn to different activities in the places they live. Whether it is fishing, hunting, skiing – name the activity – seasons and weather are changing. Outdoor recreation businesses are having to adapt and evolve and this brings us back to federal advocacy. We need to make sure the agencies managing the places we recreate outdoors in this country are able to carry out adaptive management of fish, wildlife, and infrastructure that anticipates climate-driven changes. We need to be clear eyed about all of these practical considerations and make sure outdoor recreation interests are communicating clearly with members of Congress and presidential administrations.

Question –

Can you tell us about your involvement in I AM ALS’ efforts? 

Forbes Tate Partners has been involved in I AM ALS from the very beginning. Early in 2019, we began working with I AM ALS to help their efforts in Washington, D.C. The fight against ALS is very personal for the Forbes Tate team and along with I AM ALS and the ALS community, we were able to quickly accomplish many life-changing policy wins for those living with ALS, their families, caregivers and loved ones. We started by launching the bipartisan and bicameral ALS Caucuses.

In 2020, the ALS Disability Insurance and Access Act was signed into law removing the five-month waiting period for SSDI benefits for those diagnosed with ALS. In 2021, ACT for ALS was signed into law, authorizing $100M in new funding for ALS research, including through a new Expanded Access Grant Program (EAP). ACT for ALS has been fully funded every Appropriations cycle since. Additionally, DOD CDMRP funding for ALS research was increased from $10M in FY19, to $20M in FY20 and $40M in FY21 and every year since.  

Question –

What does it mean to have No Ordinary Campaign now streaming on Prime Video?  

It means everything that our advocacy and education can continue to reach more and more people! ALS is often thought of as a rare disease, but 1 in 300 people will be diagnosed in their lifetime and there is currently no real treatment and no cure. We hope the increased awareness will help drive interest and resources to finding that much needed treatment and ultimately, a cure! No Ordinary Campaign follows the lives of I AM ALS founders Brian Wallach and Sandra Abrevaya. Following Brian’s diagnosis, they have dedicated their lives to changing the world for those with ALS.

The film follows their personal journey, including the work on Capitol Hill and the White House that Forbes Tate Partners has been so honored to be a part of. Over the last couple years, the film has had a very successful run at many of the world’s most popular film festivals, but it being streamed on Prime Video means that more people all over the world can learn about ALS, which is a huge benefit to our fight against this terrible disease.  

Question –

What’s next for the I AM ALS campaign and the fight to end ALS? 

Anyone in the fight against ALS has one goal: a cure! Over our time working on ALS issues, we have met and worked with so many wonderful people living with ALS, their families, friends, and caregivers. Sadly, because ALS is often quickly progressing, we’ve lost too many of these friends and fellow advocates along the way. As we continue to work towards finding a cure, our efforts are fueled by them and the amazing ALS community across the country. Continued funding for research and Expanded Access Programs is critical.

ACT for ALS will need to be reauthorized next year and there is other legislation we’ll be working on to ensure finding treatments and cures for ALS, and other similar diseases, is top of mind for researchers, regulators and Capitol Hill.  

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Forbes Tate Partners (FTP) announced the addition of Justin Kintz as a partner on its award-winning government relations team to oversee the firm’s international and technology work.

Kintz brings nearly two decades of experience helping high-profile technology brands engage collaboratively and effectively with governments worldwide.

He joins Forbes Tate Partners from Peloton Interactive, where he established and led the company’s government affairs function. Before Peloton, Kintz guided and built Uber Technologies’ policy and communications teams as the company expanded across all 50 states in America and into thousands of cities and 70 countries around the world. At Uber, Kintz successfully navigated a dynamic, always-on, and highly complex policy and regulatory environment around several core issues – including labor, transportation, tax, and trade, among many others.

“We’re proud to welcome Justin to our team of talented government relations specialists,” said Jeff Forbes, founding partner at FTP. “His tremendous experience and acumen in international affairs – along with his work advising some of America’s most well-known technology brands – can help our clients prepare for, mitigate, and overcome the challenging geopolitical shocks and transformative technological shifts of our modern era.”

Kintz also held stints at the Transatlantic Business Council – where he advised multinationals in the United States, European Union, and Canada – and at Orbitz, the online travel booking service, where he supported global legislative and regulatory affairs issues, corporate public relations, and corporate social responsibility efforts.

“I’m beyond grateful to start working with the incredible team at FTP,” said Kintz. “The firm’s integrated, full-service government relations and public affairs practitioners are uniquely positioned to create a one-stop shop that supports clients in this age of global politics – where you can’t afford to only focus on Washington.”

Kintz started his career as a special assistant for external and intergovernmental affairs at the U.S. Department of the Interior during the George W. Bush administration. He previously served as a board director of The Internet Association and as a founding board director of the Autonomous Vehicle Industry Association. He is an active member of the Economic Club of Washington and serves on the nonprofit board of directors for the University of Florida’s Gator Boosters – his alma mater.

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About Forbes Tate Partners: 

Forbes Tate Partners is a bipartisan, full-service public affairs consultancy specializing in government relations, grassroots advocacy, strategic communications, fundraising, and business development. The firm’s primary areas of specialty are the development and implementation of bipartisan lobbying and advocacy strategies related to tax, health care, natural resource management, trade, energy, telecommunications, outdoor recreation, appropriations, and agriculture. Jeff Forbes and Dan Tate, Jr. founded the firm in 2012. 

Forbes Tate Partners has been highlighted as one of Bloomberg’s top performing lobbying firms and as one of PR News’ Agency Elite Top 100 agencies, recognizing the leading public relations practices in the country.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Forbes Tate Partners (FTP), a bipartisan, full-service government relations and public affairs firm, today proudly announced its latest round of promotions, celebrating employees that have contributed to establishing its recognition as one of the top 10 firms in Washington, D.C.

“These promotions are a testament to the exceptional talent and dedication within our team,” said Jeff Forbes, FTP Founding Partner. “Our firm’s continued success is driven by individuals who consistently demonstrate their expertise and commitment to our clients and mission. We are thrilled to recognize these outstanding professionals and look forward to their continued contributions to Forbes Tate Partners.”

Tate Bennett has been promoted to a partner on the government relations team. Tate has brought innovative strategies, particularly around bipartisan engagement on the Farm Bill, to the firm’s client base.

Stacey Rolland has been promoted to a partner on the government relations team. Stacey brings invaluable experience from her time at the U.S. Treasury and with Speaker Pelosi, positioning FTP to lead in the upcoming tax code rewrite and other tax-related initiatives in the coming year.

Michael Williams has been promoted to a partner on the government relations team. He has a successful track record of turning project-based clients into long-term partnerships, garnering praise for his proactive approach and subject matter expertise.

Alekhya Tallapaka has been promoted to senior director of the public affairs team. She has demonstrated an ability to effectively manage some of FTP’s largest coalition clients, which have many moving parts, as well as anticipate and meet client needs.

Yaw Thompson has been promoted to a director on the government relations team. Yaw has been a key player in achieving successful House NDAA language inclusion for FTP clients and has been vital in servicing FTP’s cannabis clients.

Claire Vapnek has been promoted to a senior analyst on the firm’s research and policy analysis team. Claire has played a vital role in revamping various external newsletters to clients and beyond into a widely sought-after publication.

FTP was recently recognized as one of Bloomberg Government’s top performing lobbying firms for the fifth year in a row. Additionally, FTP was named a PRNEWS Top Elite 100 agency for 2024, a prestigious honor recognizing the firm as one of the leading public relations practices in the country.

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About Forbes Tate Partners: 

Forbes Tate Partners is a bipartisan, full-service public affairs consultancy specializing in government relations, grassroots advocacy, strategic communications, fundraising, and business development. The firm’s primary areas of specialty are the development and implementation of bipartisan lobbying and advocacy strategies related to tax, health care, natural resource management, trade, energy, telecommunications, outdoor recreation, appropriations, and agriculture. Jeff Forbes and Dan Tate, Jr. founded the firm in 2012. 

Forbes Tate Partners has been highlighted as one of Bloomberg’s top performing lobbying firms and as one of PR News’ Agency Elite Top 100 agencies, recognizing the leading public relations practices in the country.

Hill to Bring Unparalleled Experience as Thought Leader and Advocate to Growing Financial Services Practice

Forbes Tate Partners’ Full Suite of Government Relations and Public Affairs Tools will Provide Platform for Hill to Help Clients Capitalize on Connections Between Financial Services and Core Business Interests

Forbes: Combining Forbes Tate Partners’ Reach and Comprehensive Capabilities with Hill’s Insight Creates an Advocacy Powerhouse for Businesses Across the Economy

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Bloomberg top performing lobbying firm Forbes Tate Partners (FTP) revealed that it is entering the next phase of its financial services policy advocacy with the addition of Ed Hill as a partner in its government relations practice. Hill’s decades of corporate and association experience will elevate the firm’s growing financial services practice and provide FTP clients with a unique ability to evaluate their needs through a financial policy lens and pursue winning issue campaign solutions.

Ed Hill is a respected and influential national authority on financial services issues. Prior to joining FTP, Hill served as Senior Vice President and Head of Government Affairs for the Bank Policy Institute (BPI) leading federal advocacy efforts on the priorities of member companies, including those across capital and liquidity, consumer banking, technology, and national security. With the full array of FTP’s campaign capabilities – including media relations, digital communications, state advocacy, and data-driven insights – at his disposal, he and FTP will be able to offer clients a variety of tailored, multi-faceted ways to shape policy outcomes and navigate the political, regulatory, legislative, and reputational landscape.

“Finance is the common thread throughout our economy, touching industries from banking to energy to emerging tech,” said FTP Founding Partner Jeff Forbes. “Ed’s incomparable experience in the world of financial services will go hand in hand with FTP’s reach across several complex issue areas. With Ed spearheading our financial services portfolio, we will be well positioned to help businesses seize opportunities and spot challenges from every angle.”

Before taking on his role at BPI, Hill spent nearly two decades with Bank of America where he represented the bank before federal policy makers. Additionally, he established himself as a fierce financial services advocate working for associations, including the National Governors Association and the Financial Services Roundtable.  

“I am thrilled to join Forbes Tate Partners and excited to help take its financial services practice to the next level. Not only does Forbes Tate Partners have a proven track record and stellar reputation, but the firm’s bipartisan approach, comprehensive campaign tools, and diverse clients will create a one-of-a-kind opportunity to make an impact wherever business and policy cross paths. I can’t wait to get started working with an incredible team on integrated campaigns that cut across the most pressing issues facing our economy.”

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About Forbes Tate Partners: 

Forbes Tate Partners is a bipartisan, full-service public affairs consultancy specializing in government relations, grassroots advocacy, strategic communications, fundraising, and business development. The firm’s primary areas of specialty are the development and implementation of bipartisan lobbying and advocacy strategies related to tax, health care, natural resource management, trade, energy, telecommunications, outdoor recreation, appropriations, and agriculture. Jeff Forbes and Dan Tate, Jr. founded the firm in 2012. 

Forbes Tate Partners has been highlighted as one of Bloomberg’s top performing lobbying firms and as one of PR News’ Agency Elite Top 100 agencies, recognizing the leading public relations practices in the country.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Forbes Tate Partners (FTP) today announced the addition of Cristina Scarpaci and Colleen Elson as senior vice presidents to its public affairs practice, which will bolster the firm’s already strong health care and public affairs advocacy expertise.

Scarpaci brings with her a wealth of corporate, nonprofit, and government communications experience with a focus on health care public affairs, corporate reputation, executive visibility, event and media engagement. Prior to joining FTP, Scarpaci led integrated campaigns at Weber Shandwick and Porter Novelli for pharmaceutical and public and community health initiatives focused on COVID-19, disease education and physician engagement for clients including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Kaiser Permanente and leading pharmaceutical companies.

Elson’s extensive work experience includes issue advocacy and public affairs campaigns at the federal, state, and local level for a range of clients.  Before joining FTP, Elson ran her own boutique public affairs firm, Elevation Advocacy. Elson was the Vice President of Public Affairs at Capitol Direct Messaging, LLC where she managed public affairs campaigns for clients across industry sectors, including AARP and Ford Motor Company.

“Cristina and Colleen have tremendous track records of overseeing large successful, multi-faceted campaigns that demand strong leadership, a deep understanding of policy and strategy, and knowledge of how to execute a wide array of communications tactics,” said FTP Founding Partner Jeff Forbes. “As we head into a historic election year with widespread ramifications on the federal and state levels, we welcome these two experts to our team.”

FTP also added Jocelyn Kuh as a director of public affairs, Elizabeth Monroe as a public affairs analyst, and Ethan Hicks as visual designer. Jocelyn previously worked for Ketchum in the unbranded and branded pharmaceutical industry and is a graduate of University of Florida. Prior to joining FTP, Elizabeth served as a legislative correspondent and press assistant for Congressman Dave Joyce, R-Ohio. Elizabeth is a graduate of Denison University. Ethan has worked with several digital advertising and press agencies in the D.C. area and is a graduate of the University of the District of Columbia.

About Forbes Tate Partners:

Forbes Tate Partners is a bipartisan, full-service public affairs consultancy specializing in government relations, grassroots advocacy, strategic communications, fundraising, and business development. The firm’s primary areas of specialty are the development and implementation of bipartisan lobbying and advocacy strategies related to tax, health care, natural resource management, trade, energy, telecommunications, outdoor recreation, appropriations, and agriculture. Jeff Forbes and Dan Tate, Jr. founded the firm in 2012.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – For the second year in a row, Forbes Tate Partners (FTP) has been named to the PRNEWS Agency Elite Top 100, a list of the most innovative public relations and communications firms in the business. This year, FTP was specifically recognized for the firm’s acquisition of Engage, a digital advocacy agency, which has added to the company’s full suite of capabilities to deliver high-level services to clients.

“This recognition from PRNEWS confirms what I already knew, we have one of the best public affairs teams in town,” stated Founding Partner Jeff Forbes. “We now have a top performing government relations firm and one of the best public affairs practices in the country under the same roof. We continue to deliver first-in-class strategies, tactical execution, and far-reaching advocacy campaigns for our clients. Going into 2024, we have a tremendous amount of momentum for continued growth.”

The full Agency Elite Top 100 list for 2024 can be found here.

About Forbes Tate Partners:

Forbes Tate Partners is a bipartisan, full-service public affairs consultancy specializing in government relations, grassroots advocacy, strategic communications, fundraising, and business development. The firm’s primary areas of specialty are the development and implementation of bipartisan lobbying and advocacy strategies related to tax, health care, natural resource management, trade, energy, telecommunications, outdoor recreation, appropriations, and agriculture. Jeff Forbes and Dan Tate, Jr. founded the firm in 2012.

WASHINGTON D.C. – Forbes Tate Partners (FTP) is proud to announce the promotion of Andrew Freedman as a public affairs partner and the addition of Colin Tooze as a senior vice president in the state government relations practice.

“Andrew’s promotion is a testament to his deep expertise in growing issue areas like cannabis and tech that have made him an invaluable resource to our clients as we continue to expand our reach,” said Founding Partner Dan Tate. “We are thrilled to have Andrew continue to bring his expertise to our clients in this new role.”

Freedman made history in 2014 when he was appointed to serve as Colorado’s first cannabis czar after the state legalized adult-use cannabis and subsequently worked directly for dozens of state governments implementing cannabis legalization. In his tenure at FTP, Freedman has successfully established and led the Coalition for Cannabis Policy, Education, and Regulation (CPEAR), the leading coalition advocating in support of federal regulatory reform of cannabis. Freedman has received national recognition for his leadership. Most recently, Forbes Magazine named Freedman one of the five most influential voices in cannabis policy on a list also featuring Snoop Dogg, Charles Koch, and several U.S. senators and representatives.

Tooze joins FTP’s well-established state team with 15 years of in-house corporate experience managing government relations and public affairs efforts at Expedia, Uber, and the proptech startup Pacaso. As an early leader at Uber, Tooze led teams responsible for passing favorable ridesharing laws in 10 states. He spearheaded dozens of successful state, county, and local campaigns for Uber, including high-stakes legislative and regulatory campaigns in Washington, D.C., Miami, Boston, Los Angeles, Paris, and New York City.

“We view state government affairs as an area of focus and growth for our firm and a critical part of any corporate advocacy strategy,” shared Founding Partner Jeff Forbes. “That is why we brought in an insightful and effective state strategist like Colin who can help our clients understand the issues of the day in state capitols that are ultimately driving policy conversations nationwide.”

FTP has been highlighted as one of Bloomberg’s top performing lobbying firms and as one of PR News’ Agency Elite Top 100 agencies, recognizing the leading public relations practices in the country.

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About Forbes Tate Partners:

Forbes Tate Partners is a bipartisan, full-service public affairs consultancy specializing in government relations, grassroots advocacy, strategic communications, fundraising, and business development. The firm’s primary areas of specialty are the development and implementation of bipartisan lobbying and advocacy strategies related to tax, health care, natural resource management, trade, energy, telecommunications, outdoor recreation, appropriations, and agriculture. Jeff Forbes and Dan Tate, Jr. founded the firm in 2012.