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Political Action and Lobby Day

With so much ground to cover from all of last week’s meetings, I made the decision to do photo highlights tonight for our readers, to be followed by more detailed accounts and viewpoints in the days ahead.

Randy Witter briefing IMHA members before Lobby Day walk to the Capital
Randy Witter briefing IMHA members before Lobby Day walk to the Capital. Photo by Tony Kovach

The idea of the Illinois Manufactured Housing Association’s (IMHA) Lobby Day was so intriguing to me…

IL State Capital is just a short walk from lobbyists Cook-Witter, Inc.'s offices.  Photo by Tony Kovach
IL State Capital is just a short walk from lobbyists Cook-Witter, Inc.'s offices. Photo by Tony Kovach
Bob Thieman entering IL State Capital with IMHA members for Lobby Day
Bob Thieman entering IL State Capital with IMHA members for Lobby Day. Photos by Tony Kovach

Between the pull of meeting privately for close to 3 hours with the legendary George Allen and Ken Rishel, coupled with the draw to participate in IMHA’s Lobby Day Springfield, IL proved irresistible.

IL House in Session - IMHA Lobby Day
IMHA's view from the Galley IL House in Session - IMHA Lobby Day
Bill being introduced in IL House
Bill being introduced in IL House

The Lobby Day concept was both simple and profound. Lobby Day provided the opportunity to watch our elected officials at work.

Floor Discussion on a Bill IL house - laptops, lobbyists and staff abound.
Floor Discussion on a Bill IL house - laptops, lobbyists and staff abound.

Lobby Day also provided the opportunity to be briefed by pros such as Randy Witter, the IMHA’s lobbyist.

Lobbyists in Action, IMHA's Randy Witter on right.
Lobbyists in Action in the halls at the Capital Building, IMHA's Randy Witter on right.

The necessity for political engagement, the understanding of the legal processes and dynamics at play along with discussion on how to improve our Industry’s political effectiveness were all among the topics covered.

Bob Thieman introducing Randy Witter to IMHA members.
Bob Thieman introducing Randy Witter to IMHA members.
IMHA members listen to tips and information shared about political lobbying process.
IMHA members listen to tips and information shared about political lobbying process
Randy Witter addresses Illinois Manufactured Housing Association members and leaders about political process.
Randy Witter addresses Illinois Manufactured Housing Association members and leaders about successful managing the political process.

Kudos to all at IMHA for making Lobby Day a positive learning experience.

Enjoy some Before and After meeting photos below.

George Allen regales IMHA members with insider secrets to Mystery Shopping process.
George Allen regales IMHA members with insider secrets to Mystery Shopping process.
Ken Rishel speaks to IMHA members about the need for Captive Finance.
Ken Rishel speaks to IMHA members about the need for Captive Finance.
George Allen (right) and Tony Kovach conversed at length to explore ways to collaborate in Industry Publishing and to discussed Industry needs, opportunities and more.
George Allen (right) and Tony Kovach conversed at length to explore ways to collaborate in Industry Publishing and to discussed Industry needs, opportunities and more.

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