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
Meet and Greet Reception
Featuring: His Excellency Wendall K. Jones
The Ambassador of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas to the United States of America
April 2023
Washington, DC
Meet and Greet Luncheon
Featuring: His Excellency Jean-Arthur Regibeau
The Ambassador of the Kingdom of Belgium to the United States of America
May 2023
Washington, DC
WIPG Professional Networking Briefing for Members of the Diplomatic Community and Defense Attaches
Nelson Garcia, Founder and President of The Washington Intergovernmental Professional Group, along with our partners at the World Trade Center, Washington, DC, hosted a panel discussion on "The Basics of Lobbying Congress and Federal Agencies as a Member of the Diplomatic Community.”
Over 40+ embassies were represented. The discussion provided an overview of the 118th Congress and the key committees of jurisdiction on foreign and trade policy.
Thank you to WIPG Members and fellow panelists:
Luis Fortuño
Former Republican Governor of Puerto Rico
Former Resident Commissioner of Puerto Rico
Partner, Steptoe & Johnson LLP
Thomas J. Kehoe
Trade Advisor to the USTR & USDA
Export Advisory Council for US Department of Commerce
Partner, Kingsbridge Strategies, Inc.
Thomas Kehoe
Former Law Clerk of the House Homeland Security Committee
Partner, Kingsbridge Strategies, Inc.
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