Your Primary Professional Network in Washington, DC
WHY WE ARE IMPORTANT TO YOUR CAREER
A November 2011 article in The Economist ("Contact Sports") stated that "in the rarefied world of the corporate board, a good network matters." The article went on to mention that executives with 400 contacts are, on average, paid 6 percent more than those with 200. For non-executives, the gap is 14 percent.
The Washington Intergovernmental Professional Group, LLC (WIPG) is the premier organization that introduces mid- to high-level professionals in the DC Metropolitan area to newly appointed Ambassadors from around the world, as well as newly elected Members of Congress. We hold monthly networking events as a means of providing professionals extended exposure and access to key policy makers in the city.
WHY THERE IS A NEED FOR OUR SERVICES
As the demand for strategic partnerships and stronger networks with private and public sector groups continues to grow, it is clear that a need exists for DC-based professionals to expand their contacts among other key policy makers, business executives, political and community leaders.
In the current economic times, DC-based professionals will need to depend on such contacts to obtain valuable information in the most cost-effective manner to ensure the best decisions are made when carrying out their business plans and policy goals.
With the election of new members in the US House of Representatives and the US Senate, the demand to interact with the Freshman Class of this Congress becomes even more apparent. WIPG can help you develop and organize Congressional Meet and Greets, staff briefings, and fly-in activities specifically designed for your needs that would allow for the continued growth of your contacts in Congress at very little cost.
WHY WE CAN BE A USEFUL RESOURCE FOR YOUR NEXT JOB
Networking is the best way to find your next job, especially since the vast majority of job openings are never advertised. They are usually filled via word of mouth. Unfortunately, many job seekers are hesitant to take advantage of networking opportunities because they feel it is a waste of time, nor do they recognize the value of making key necessary contacts. But networking is not a useless excercise—it’s about building relationships. As you look for a new job, these relationships can provide much-needed feedback, advice, and support.
Networking may sound difficult, or even intimidating—especially when it comes to
finding a job or asking for help—but it doesn’t have to be. Networking can be
rewarding, and even fun. It can be a useful tool even if you are new to the DC area and do not know that many people.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Private Networking Reception
His Excellency Godfrey C. Xuereb
The Ambassador of the Republic of Malta to the United States of America
May 2025
Private Networking Reception
His Excellency Rizwan Saeed Sheikh
The Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to the United States of America
May 2025
WIPG Professional Networking Reception with His Excellency Godfrey C. Xuereb Ambassador of the Republic of Malta to the United States of America
Dr Godfrey C. Xuereb presented his credentials to President Biden in April 2023 to become the 14th Maltese Ambassador for the United States of America. He is currently also non-resident Ambassador for Mexico and High Commissioner for The Bahamas.
Prior to his appointment he spent twenty-two years working for the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) having held several senior positions in different countries. During his tenure with WHO/PAHO he became the first Maltese citizen to be appointed to the position of Head of Country Office within the organization. He is specialized in public health with a focus on nutrition and physical activity and more recently public health diplomacy. He has experiences in Small Island Developing States, having worked closely with both the Caribbean and Pacific islands as well as in his native Malta, with special emphasis on public health and disease prevention. Before joining WHO, Dr Xuereb served in different posts within the Maltese health system, with his final appointment being that of a/Director of Health Promotion and International Health within the Ministry of Health.
Dr Xuereb has a PhD in Public Health and is specialized in Global Health Diplomacy, having gained his university education at the University of Malta, University of London (Kings College) UK and the University of the West Indies (Mona). During his professional career he has presented at several international scientific fora and is the main author of a number of publications in peer reviewed journals as well as publications for patient education and continuing professional development for health care professionals. He has served as Vice-President and Secretary of the European Diabetes Education Study Group and is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Public Health (UK).
Dr Xuereb is married to Kay, who has a PhD in Education and works as a social researcher mainly in the context of small island states. They have one adult son.
NEW MEMBER PROFILE
Dean Heyl Assistant Secretary US Department of Labor
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