As we approach the fall, we’re gearing up for a season filled with significant news and inevitable administration changes. Staying informed and prepared is crucial to navigating these developments successfully.
Election
Here’s the question on everyone’s mind: Who will be involved in the new administration? Regardless of the outcome of the election, there will be an administration change, meaning significant turnover and reallocation of budgets based on the new administration’s priorities and agendas. Take this time to use Leadership Connect to learn as much as you can about the future administration’s stances toward your key area of focus to hit the ground running the moment the winner is announced.
Kamala Harris networks:
Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign is well underway as she’s solidifying her network and identifying her key advisors. By understanding the histories and political and financial leanings of those closest to her, you can tap into invaluable insights into potential policy directions and areas of focus.
Check out Harris’ networks list in Leadership Connect to make the right relationships ahead of the election. The list currently contains a very full picture of her professional network, featuring everyone on her campaign for President and everyone in the Office of the VP, combined with all the people she interacts with in the 11 other roles she has.
Running mate announcement:
Harris recently announced her running mate as Tim Walz, and Donald Trump tapped JD Vance as his. These decisions are key steps in shaping their campaign strategies and give insights to who will be influencing their policy priorities. Check out the two VP nominees’ Leadership Connect profiles and dive into their closest connections.
Establishing connections:
Now is the time to forge connections. It’s more important than ever before to understand who plays a critical role in shaping policy decisions. Turnover, reorganizations, and other people moves happen all the time, but they ramp up before an election. Missing key moves could harm your reputation and put you behind the curve when it comes to funding or influence opportunities down the line.
For example, did you know the Department of Energy has seen 30 new Schedule C appointments in the past year alone? And the Department of Commerce’s number is even higher, having added 34 Schedule C appointees in the same timeframe. That number is only going to increase with a new administration. If you have already missed these changes, who knows how much more will go by you during this hectic time?
Leadership Connect is the only way to keep up with these changes with data that is more accurate and reliable than any competitor. Add key players or job titles to your lists and get alerts on any changes as soon as they happen and never miss a beat again.
End of Fiscal Year
Capitalizing on deals:
Use FedSpend to take advantage of deals before opportunities close as the fiscal year ends. Let Leadership Connect help you save time with shortcuts for finding bills and contacting the right people to close deals efficiently. With FedSpend, you can track deals and filter searches by date and capitalize on deals that are ending in the coming months.
Learn more about FedSpend and all you can with the product. Make better use of your time, streamline your searches, and narrow your targets as the fiscal year ends.
Official Leadership Connect advice: Checklist of actionable steps to prepare for the fall
- Monitor key dates: Stay informed about the running mate announcement, advisor and staff appointments, and cabinet member swearing-in dates.
- Establish connections: Prioritize building relationships with key stakeholders now to navigate future changes smoothly.
- Utilize our platform: Leverage our comprehensive data and reliable information to stay ahead of political and policy developments with lists and alerts.
- Plan strategically: Anticipate shifts in executive orders, government funding, and budget allocations to create opportunities by leveraging our top-tier data suite.
- Optimize end-of-year opportunities: Use FedSpend and our time-saving shortcuts to close deals and find the right contacts efficiently.
Stay ahead of the curve with our insights and tools, ensuring you’re prepared for the heavy news cycle and guaranteed changes this fall.
