Government Relations

With experience on both sides of the congressional negotiating table, in the Administration, and in the advocacy community, our government relations professionals are unmatched in helping clients pursue legislative goals. Penn Hill Group can represent you on Capitol Hill, in the departments, and within the community. Learn more Learn more

Who Are We?

The experience, policy knowledge, procedural expertise, and relationships that Penn Hill Group brings to the table are second to none. Collectively, we have unmatched experience working on both sides of the aisle, as government and public relations professionals, and as consultants for organizations large and small, for-profit and nonprofit. We listen to our clients’ goals and execute customized plans of action to achieve results.

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Meet Our Team

Danielle Ballard
Emma Bushnell
Allie Hagan
Vic Klatt
Ruth Lopez
Alex Nock
Danica Petroshius
D'Arcy Philps
Rich Stombres

Danielle BallardDanielle Ballard

Senior Associate

Danielle focuses on pre-K to postsecondary education issues, researching policy issues and providing analysis and outreach.

Emma BushnellEmma Bushnell

Staff Assistant

Emma provides research, administrative, and project support on both policy analysis and internal operations.

Allie HaganAllie Hagan

Associate

Allie focuses on policy and research related to digital media and learning, teacher effectiveness, and education innovation.

Vic KlattVic Klatt

Principal

For 20 years, Vic has helped shape many major education initiatives, in both the executive branch and House of Representatives.

Ruth LopezRuth López

Associate

Ruth brings a strong background in education policy and issues relating to English language learners and disadvantaged communities.

Alex NockAlex Nock

Executive Vice President

Alex has been a part of every major piece of federal education and disability policy legislation for nearly 17 years.

Danica PetroshiusDanica Petroshius

Principal

Danica's public policy, advocacy, management, and consulting expertise helps clients achieve their policy and advocacy goals.

D'Arcy PhilpsD'Arcy Philps

Principal

D'Arcy Philps brings nearly 20 years of public policy experience in education, job training, and social services to the Penn Hill Group.

Rich StombresRich Stombres

Vice President

Rich brings expertise in federal education and job training initiatives to Penn Hill Group.