S-3 Group and West Front Strategies Merge to Shape the Future of Lobbying
Major Merger in the Lobbying Sphere
S-3 Group and West Front Strategies on Wednesday announced their merger. The firms, which brought in a combined $15 million in federal lobbying revenue in the first nine months of 2024, will combine under the brand S-3. S-3 Group founder John Scofield will serve as managing partner.
Key Appointments and Changes
Former Rep. Will Hurd (R-Texas) has joined CHAOS Industries as chief strategy officer. Hurd previously served on crucial committees including Homeland Security, Intelligence, and Appropriations, providing him with significant governmental insights.
- Sally Laing has rejoined Akin as an international trade partner after serving as chief international trade counsel for Senate Finance Chair Ron Wyden.
- Jocelyn Wiles is now a senior policy adviser at Akin, bringing a wealth of experience from her previous roles including assistant vice president of federal affairs at the Pharmaceutical Care Management Association.
- David Dorsey is joining Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck as a strategic adviser, adding valuable experience from the Food and Drug Administration.
- Becker has appointed Omar Franco as vice chair of its government and lobbying practice.
- Alison Lynn has been promoted to senior vice president of external affairs at the Aerospace Industries Association.
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