Staffer: Ariel Gonzalez

The National Institute for Lobbying and Ethics named Ariel Gonzalez as one of the Top 100 Lobbyists for 2022.  This merit-based distinction spotlights professionals that showed significant success in 2022, took an innovative approach to their field, and demonstrated commitment to give back to their community and profession, as well as adherence to the highest ethical standards. The list is comprised of lobbyists, PAC managers, and grassroots professionals that have been nominated by their colleagues, Congressional staff, or clients for their outstanding work. Ariel led coalition strategies across clients and developed coalition content for the firm, as well as leading webinars on the topic for NILE.

In this final installment of “That Said”, Ariel Gonzalez discusses how best to execute a policy meeting when managing a coalition.  The video covers key topics to include how to identify who will be speaking at the meeting, how to leverage principals, and how to best get your policy points to be heard during the meeting. Click here:

Ariel Gonzalez discusses the next phase of coalition building. In this third installment of “That Said”, Ariel discusses the dynamics of convening a coalition which includes coming to agreement on policy and how to leverage the strengths of coalition members. Click here:

Ariel Gonzalez continues to discuss key facets of coalition building. In this second installment of “That Said”, Ariel discusses how to identify the right partners for your cause and how to get them onboard with your efforts. Click here:

Ariel Gonzalez dives into the nuts and bolts of coalition building. In this first installment of “That Said”, Ariel discusses the steps to consider when deciding to form a coalition. Click here:

Ariel Gonzalez moderates a panel on coalition building, an event sponsored by The National Institute on Lobbying and Ethics (NILE).  In this video, Ariel draws on his 20+ years in building and leading coalitions to discuss best practices on third-party advocacy/development and how to build a functioning coalition.  NILE is the premier trade association for the lobbying and government affairs profession focused on promoting ethical lobbying and continuing education.

The National Institute for Lobbying and Ethics named Ariel Gonzalez as one of the Top Lobbyists for 2021.  This merit-based distinction spotlights professionals that showed significant success in 2021, took an innovative approach to their field, and demonstrated commitment to give back to their community and profession, as well as adherence to the highest ethical standards. The list is comprised of lobbyists, PAC managers, and grassroots professionals that have been nominated by their colleagues, Congressional staff, or clients for their outstanding work.

The Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance (MMHLA) has named Ariel Gonzalez, principal, to their Board of Directors.  MMHLA is a nonpartisan nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the mental health of childbearing people in the United States by advocating for mental health during pregnancy and the year following pregnancy with a focus on federal legislation, and by sharing information about these conditions with others in the fields of maternal-child healthcare and mental health.  In his role, Ariel will provide leadership to MMHLA as they raise awareness about maternal mental health (MHH) conditions, reducing their stigma and improving health outcomes for mothers and babies. He will draw upon his experience in the mental health and maternal health arenas from his past leadership with the American Psychiatric Association and the March of Dimes.

Ariel Gonzalez is joining Chamber Hill Strategies as a principal. He most recently was head of government affairs for March of Dimes, and is an AARP alum.

Chamber Hill has hired Ariel Gonzalez as a principal and leading Democrat for the firm. He was most recently senior vice president of public policy and government relations for the March of Dimes.