Public Affairs & Advocacy in a Divided Washington: The 2027 Outlook

In the wake of the tectonic shift from the 2026 midterm elections, Washington is preparing for a new Congress and a shifting political landscape. What will the election results mean for public affairs, government relations, and advocacy professionals navigating an increasingly complex and polarized policy environment for their clients and organizations?

This timely event will feature two panel discussions examining the challenges, opportunities, and strategies shaping public affairs and advocacy in 2027 and beyond.

Panel 1: Public Affairs & Advocacy Outlook 2027 will bring together several of the leading public affairs and government relations executives and thought leaders to discuss how the new political landscape will impact legislative priorities, government relations strategies, messaging, stakeholder engagement, and advocacy campaigns.

Panel 2: The New Public Affairs Playbook: What Tactics Will Prevail in 2027? 

The tools behind effective advocacy in the "New Washington" are changing as fast as the political landscape. This panel brings together public affairs leaders, digital strategists, grassroots practitioners, and media relations experts to explore how AI and advanced analytics, social media, and other emerging tactics will reshape how organizations monitor policy, build coalitions, test messaging, mobilize supporters, and earn coverage. 

Speakers: To Be Announced

Agenda

8:30–9:00 am
Registration, Breakfast & Networking

9:00–10:00 am
Panel 1: Public Affairs & Advocacy Outlook 2027

10:00–10:15 am
Coffee & Networking Break

10:15–11:00 am
Panel 2: The New Public Affairs Playbook

Date: Thursday, Dec. 3, 2026
Time: 8:30 - 11:00 am
Location: Warner Building, 1299 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, 20004

Sponsorship Information: Contact Robert Udowitz at robert@udowitz.com