Insights

See our fresh takes on disruptions, innovations and impact in public affairs – from inside the Beltway and around the world.

This election cycle, we equip clients with guidance on internal and external communications considerations by providing updates and counsel on timely developments and emerging issues related specifically to the 2024 elections.

Elections

Policy priorities in the second Trump administration

As we gain a clearer understanding of President-elect Donald Trump’s approach to a second term in the White House, we’ve assembled policy briefs examining the anticipated priorities for domestic and foreign policy, and across key sectors including energy, financial services, healthcare and technology.

Elections

Election Matters 2024: The art & science of polling

Ashley Etienne moderated a conversation between Simon Rosenberg, strategist and author of Hopium Chronicles, and Brenda Gianiny, pollster and founding principal of Axis Research, on “The art & science of polling” in the 2024 Election.

Insights

Pulse on America – Political violence and election interference

Our latest Pulse on America survey polled American consumers and employees on the role of business in national elections. A majority of the surveyees want business leaders to be engaged when it comes to protecting a free and fair election. Read the full report.

Elections

U.S. Election Matters: contested Presidential Election scenario planning

This edition of Election Matters focuses on what happens after the polls close on Election Day, specifically the timeline of events, new laws that change the way the election can be contested and the major scenarios for which the presidential candidates, political parties and government are preparing.

Sustainability

How to supercharge collective, contagious action at UNGA and beyond

Despite of tensions and challenges surrounding SDGs as a result of polycrisis and disruptions, civil society organizations and philanthropic funders should step forward as champions of sustainable solutions who do not face the constraints challenging public and private sectors.

Research

Pulse on TikTok

Pulse on TikTok is a multi-modal research of U.S. TikTok users and creators’ experiences and perspectives to offer key insights into how news and politics are shaped, shared and consumed on this ever-evolving and increasingly indispensable platform.

ESG

Rethinking corporate philanthropy for the post-ESG era

While ESG discourse may have become politicized, the substance of corporate investments stays the same – to create shared value, for both the long-term health of the business and the stakeholders and communities it serves. Read for pro-tips on the repositioning of corporate foundations in the post-ESG era.