Imperium

Innovating.

Advocating.

Innovating.

Advocating.

Influencing.

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

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

IN THE NEWS

Marta Plana Dropez joins Imperium Global Advisors as Strategic Advisor

10/15/2024

Imperium Global Advisors (IGA) is pleased to announce the addition of globally recognized technology policy strategist Marta Plana Dropez is joining the firm as Strategic Advisor.

IGA provides best-in-class advice on government engagement for organizations and businesses, with a reputation of excellence in the innovation and emerging technologies space.

Marta is a globally-recognized leader for both business and policy strategy, spanning areas of innovation and emerging technologies to include specialization in defense, cybersecurity, FinTech, and artificial intelligence (AI). Her extensive background provides unparalleled insight for companies seeking new market entries, competitive landscapes, and public sector needs in terms of policy, regulations, requirements, and resourcing – especially across the European Union.

As Director and General Secretary of the Futbol Club Barcelona, while serving as the club’s Head of Innovation, she oversaw Bihub, a campus of sports-related start-ups to improve the performance of 2,500 athletes through AI. Her tenure as Commissioner of the Telecommunications Market Commission (CMT) in Spain provided her with invaluable context for regulatory decision-making processes and business-to-government acumen.

“I’m thrilled to partner with Imperium Global Advisors,” said Marta. “Our synergies in the emerging tech, AI, and defense arenas will provide unparalleled insights for our partners.”

“Marta’s deep policy background, coupled with her founder’s mindset, make her an incredible asset for our partners seeking to do business in the EU and beyond,” said IGA General Counsel, Marina Hardy.

IGA Recognized as a Top-Performing Lobbying Firm by Bloomberg Government

06/14/2023

Bloomberg Government analyzed Lobbying Disclosure Act reports from all 2,105 registered lobbying firms that filed with the U.S. Senate in 2022 and we are thrilled to announce that IGA was recognized as a “top-performing lobbying firm.” We extend our heartfelt thanks to our incredible team and valued clients. Your trust and support have been vital to this achievement. Read the full report HERE

IGA Welcomes Shonte Eldridge as Strategic Advisor

01/07/2023

Shonte Eldridge is a Strategic Advisor at Imperium Global Advisors. As an award-winning leader in the areas of government operations and organizational change, she focuses on working with executive teams to create effective government contracting strategies and identifying key opportunities to grow their public sector market share.

Shonte’s key experiences include serving directly as a an executive leader in both high growth Fortune-level organizations and within state & local governments. Her proven record in leadership roles, coupled with steering high-performance teams for leading technology organizations such as DocuSign and Amazon Web Services provides the clients she supports with a highly valued perspective from both sides of the public and private sector. She is uniquely positioned to help organizations of all sizes and maturity to develop strategic plans for engagement, risk management, change management, process improvement, and digital transformation.

As a Strategic Advisor at Imperium Global Advisors, Shonte supports organizations in their efforts to grow sustainable businesses and develop strategic plans capitalizing on product strengths to best navigate an ever-evolving government landscape.

Areas of expertise include but are not limited to:

State and Local Government operations and industry trends
Government profit margin growth strategies
Process improvement and change management methodologies
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion best practices
Executive leadership coaching and alignment

Shonte has a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and Psychology (double major) from Towson University and a Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice & Political Science from the University of Baltimore, and was named one of the top 25 women to watch by the Baltimore Sun Newspaper and Magazine in 2020. As a PMP® certified individual by the Project Management Institute (PMI), she is committed to keeping pace with leading practice in help teams and organizations execute their strategic initiatives.

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