National firm. Local reach.
We are a national, bipartisan government relations firm with decades of experience.
What we do
The 51 Group stands out for its coast-to-coast perspective, with a unique ability to serve clients through our National/Multistate, Federal, and Virginia government relations practices. Clients include many of the nation’s largest and most successful companies in the financial services, private equity, healthcare, education, workforce development, automotive, gaming, and technology sectors.
Political Relationship Building
An experienced team of politicos involved in many national groups whose members are governors, attorneys general, legislative leaders, and other state policymakers to facilitate relationships and best position our clients’ interests.
Federal Government Relations
A veteran team that has the relationships and know-how in Washington, D.C. to work with the administration, Congress, and other federal officials on funding, legislative, and regulatory priorities.
National Bill Tracking
A world-class team of analysts that track thousands of bills annually across all 50 states to identify possible opportunities or threats for our clients, along with suggested plans of action.
Virginia Government Relations
A bipartisan team of lobbyists that has worked for governors, legislators, and state agencies now singularly focused on advancing our clients’ needs in the Commonwealth.
National/Multistate Government Relations
A well-connected team with a long track record of not only tracking bills across states but, more importantly, providing clients with real-time intelligence and working with our trusted roster of in-state lobbyists, as needed.
Brand awareness and exposure
A strategic team to get our clients in front of the right people (associations, media, philanthropy, policymakers, etc.), at the right time, with the information they should have in advance of any ask.
