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Imperium Global Advisors is a boutique government relations firm with global reach. Our award-winning, bipartisan team brings decades of experience in shaping policies, regulations, and the business of government through strategic advocacy and innovation. From world-leading corporations to startups entering the government market for the first time, organizations trust IGA for our proven results, unwavering integrity, and ability to navigate complex political and policy landscapes. We don’t just advise—we deliver sustained value, ensuring our clients stay ahead in an evolving regulatory environment.
Financial Services
IGA works with a variety of financial services entities to help them navigate the policymaking process, advocate before regulators, understand the political landscape impacting their interests and those of their customers. As highly regulated and often scrutinized entities, financial services firms come to IGA because strategy, insights and effective advocacy are paramount to the issues impacting their business today, and its rapid involvement in the days to come.
Health Care
The United States health care system is a complex and highly regulated marketplace. IGA works with health care providers, patient groups, medical device manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, insurers and hospitals. Our work includes dealing with issues ranging from FDA approvals, the Affordable Care Act, taxes, coverage, competition, innovation, pricing and access.
Defense & Homeland Security
IGA works with clients who need to understand, partner with, and influence the military, law enforcement and security community. Our experience includes the Defense Authorizations (NDAA), appropriations, foreign military sales, cyber security, supply chain, CFIUS, homeland security, law enforcement, immigration, transportation security, emergency management, procurement and acquisition.
Transportation, Infrastructure, & Energy
Building and maintaining our physical and digital infrastructure persistently challenges government to innovate, resource, and create policy that meets taxpayer demands. IGA helps clients in the power distribution and generation, water infrastructure, aerospace, engineering and clean/renewable energy industries thread opportunities, shape policies impacting the market, and drive actionable outcomes from government.
Technology
With Silicon Valley roots, IGA knows how technology is transforming the economy and the need these companies have for speed, responsiveness and results from policy makers. With an increasing expectation on the industry to engage across a broadening array of issues, we bridge the gap between policymakers and the tech industry. From data protection, cyber, quantum, intellectual property, entrepreneurial startups, and workforce development; IGA understands the complexities and intricacies when tech meets government.
Trade & Investment
Trade and trade policy barriers and openings have dramatic impact on markets and its participants. Today’s trade landscape involves more than just treaties and tariffs – it involves a range of dialogues, investment reviews, cooperative relationships with national, state and local governments to create the best combination of value. IGA utilizes a network of consultants across the globe to advocate for clients interests at home and abroad.
Cyber Security
IGA operates at the forefront of cyber security policy. We develop coordinated strategies, policies and advocacy efforts to help our clients lead the discussion, intelligently react to policies, and mitigate threats. This also includes providing strategic advisory to clients in the acquisition and procurement of cyber resources by the government to maximize impact of opportunities presented.
Government Procurement & Operations
The systems and policies governments use to operate are built through political processes and use business processes unique from those of the private sector. To understand the decision-making process, Imperium has ongoing dialogues across government. Imperium is an invaluable resource to any company seeking to do business with the government, complying with a request from an agency or seeking to get aligned with the government’s operating requirements across both defense and civilian agencies.
WHAT WE DO
Lobbying & Public Affairs

The IGA team has held senior roles in the House of Representatives, the Senate, the Executive Branch, statehouses, foreign capitals, and on federal and state political campaigns. Our firsthand experience gives us unparalleled insight into what drives decision-making at every level of government. We work closely with your team to craft clear, compelling strategies that ensure your issues resonate with policymakers. Whether seamlessly complementing your existing Washington presence or serving as your dedicated advocates, we develop innovative approaches to advance your priorities in an ever-evolving political and regulatory landscape

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State & Local Government

IGA’s state and local practice is grounded in experience and a deep understanding of government processes. With a proven track record of advising and leading top corporations’ state and local public affairs teams, we are equipped to deliver immediate impact. Whether advancing policy initiatives or creating business opportunities, we provide the strategic insight and execution needed to help our clients succeed.

Federal Market Analysis

The IGA team has strong relationships with procurement officials across agencies, from the General Services Administration to the Department of Defense. We have a proven track record of helping organizations engage with key decision-makers who drive major procurement initiatives. Whether supporting your existing sales team or providing direct access to federal buyers, we ensure your product or service is positioned as essential and valuable in the federal marketplace.

Thought Leadership & Positioning

IGA helps organizations establish thought leadership programs that drive meaningful engagement with policymakers at every level of government. Whether working with Fortune 500 companies or emerging startups, we craft strategic campaigns that position your organization as a trusted voice. Our expertise connects you with elected officials, think tanks, trade associations, and Beltway media—ensuring your message resonates and influences key decision-makers

MEET THE TEAM
Brian McLaughlin
Founding Partner
Andrew Nicholson
Director
Joel Riethmiller
Founding Partner
Jordon Sims
Founding Partner
Marina Taft Hardy
General Counsel
Kurt Sanger
Strategic Advisor
Amanda Caruso
Chief of Staff
Pete Mauro
Strategic Advisor
Vice Admiral TJ White (Ret.)
Strategic Advisor
Evan Zelikovitz
Strategic Advisor-Canada
Major General Ed Wilson (Ret.)
Strategic Advisor
Marta Plana Drópez
Strategic Advisor
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