Direct Advocacy

Working with our clients, we develop and implement a comprehensive advocacy strategy that advances client interests through public sector engagement. These efforts include direct engagement with public policymakers, drafting and delivering public testimony, drafting language for legislative and administrative consideration and, ultimately, securing a favorable consideration for client interests.

Economic Incentives

Anytime an organization is seeking capital, the public sector should be considered. Between low interest loans, grants and tax credits, there is a litany of incentives available for organizations who are looking to invest in their business. Cypress has developed a niche service of assisting its clients that are looking for capital in the public sector. Specifically, Cypress will scope various public programs that may be applicable based on market conditions, work with the client to develop the appropriate narrative and negotiate economic incentives on behalf of the client. Non-Disclosure Agreements executed with public sector partners ensure client confidentiality is maintained throughout the public sector engagement process.

Public Policy Consulting

As organizations seek to balance their mission with public benefit, it has become more critical than ever to align those interests – when possible – with public sentiment and engagement. Cypress works with organizational leadership to identify key client objectives and filter those objectives through the lens of the public sector. This effort is designed to align clients with the appropriate regulatory, political and policy considerations on a pro-active basis.

Strategic Planning

As public sector reach continues to expand, organizations are faced with the reality that their mission – directly or indirectly – cannot be advanced without public policy implications. Whether through the tax code, changes to the revised or administrative code or the development of a regulatory framework, the public sector touches virtually every aspect of an organization’s business plan or charitable mission. Cypress works with clients to incorporate public policy considerations as an organization develops strategic plans or goals. These inputs may include public sector engagement, procurement opportunities, policymaking considerations and a host of other public sector opportunities for private sector advancement.