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Dear Friends & Colleagues,

Thank you for this exceptional year serving as your SGAC President. It has been an honor to work alongside such talent in our industry and to be at the helm of such renowned conferences and educational programing.

This year we shared expertise for “Managing the Shifting Sands of State Policy” at the Leaders’ Policy Conference in Naples, Florida, and explored the “Crossroads of State Government Affairs” during our National Summit in Salt Lake City, Utah. We engaged with speakers and used our new knowledge and the supportive SGAC community to help us bring real, expert leadership to how our organizations navigate the state government relations arena. SGAC is always interested in the feedback of its members, and I am proud that your feedback ranks both recent conferences among the highest in SGAC’s 40+ year history.

The talented members of the board and committee leadership have enthusiastically embraced their roles and have guided our community, including the unveiling of a new website this year that has served to increase accessibility and engagement between SGAC members and with partner organizations.

As I did one year ago in Boston, I challenge each of you in the coming months to join a committee and actively take steps to further your professional development. Regardless of your goals for your organization and your own career, SGAC has a tradition of providing unmatched opportunities for our profession. Thank you for this opportunity.

Dear Friends,

Welcome to our 2017-2018 SGAC Update. This mid-year report marks a one-time adjustment in the timing of our annual report, which, starting this year, will be published at year’s end for a full calendar year snapshot of our activities. This report highlights many notable achievements. I am proud to celebrate these achievements and continued progress in membership growth and improved programs. In addition to the many accomplishments featured in this report, I would like to highlight additional activities of which we are proud:

Development of New Strategic Plan: Our mission is to be the premier national association for multi-state government affairs professionals, providing opportunities for networking and professional development. To help guide our staff and board leadership over the coming years, we embarked on a process to develop an updated strategic plan that was finalized and

approved by the board in the second half of 2017. SGAC’s strategic plan serves as a detailed road map for our organization, marking goals we anticipate achieving in the coming years and describing how we plan to achieve them. We will continue to focus on delivering opportunities for professional devel-opment and networking – both peer-to-peer, and between members and legislative leaders and state policymakers.

Update of the Professional Certificate Program: The Education & Training Committee undertook a major redesign of the Professional Certificate Program this past year, not only removing some of the impediments for enrollment, but clarifying program competency titles and descriptions to offer even more timely training to members.

Continued Membership Growth: Since last year’s Annual Report, we have added 24 new member organizations to our ranks. We are excited by the expansion of our membership numbers, but even more by the level of participation at which members, both new and more veteran, are participating in our programs. The Professional Certificate Program continues to be a big draw, and graduates from the program now nearly 100 SGR professionals who have shown their dedication to their own professional growth and to the industry of state affairs.

Stay tuned for more accomplishments in the second half of this year, which will be featured in the 2018 Annual Report. As always, it is our pleasure and privilege to provide you with the benefits to help you excel at your and your organizations’ goals.

Elizabeth LoudyExecutive Director

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S NOTE

PRESIDENT’S ADDRESS

Jon Burton, RELX, Inc.SGAC President

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CONTENTS03 SGAC in the States 09 Professional Development

04 Board of Directors 10 Committees

05 Leaders’ Policy Conference 12 Travel Tips

07 National Summit 14 2018 Members

08 Partner Organizations

SGAC’s Update not only takes a chance to review this past year but allows a look at opportunities in the coming months.

“SGAC adds value to our State Government Affairs program. As we all face greater demands on creating value for our employers and the custom-ers we serve, SGAC is more important than ever. From the excellent speakers who educate us on emerging trends and new legislative proposals, to the networking opportunities with state policy makers outside of the pressure of legislative sessions, to the certificate programs and partner opportunities - SGAC covers all the bases.” - Katrina Iserman, Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.

The State Government Affairs Council is the premier national association for multi-state government affairs professionals of nearly 200 major U.S. corporations, trade associations and service providers. SGAC as an organization doesn’t take positions on matters of public policy, but through its members seeks to enhance policy makers’ knowledge of various business perspectives.

ABOUT SGAC

The State Government Affairs Council is the premier national association for multi-state government affairs professionals, providing opportunities for networking and professional development.

Conduct educational activities that benefit members of the Council, legislative and public policy organizations and their members

Strengthen interaction and understanding between and among SGAC members and state government officials

Champion professional and ethical standards in government relations

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08.06 - 08.09 NCSL Legislative Summit (Boston, MA)08.06: Advanced Certificate Program Session08.06: SGAC Salute to Leadership Reception08.07: SGAC Late Night08.08: SGAC Member Business Meeting & Lunch

08.11 You Met The Legislator, Now What? Turning Advocacy into Action (SGAC Webinar)

08.13 – 08.17 CSG Eastern Regional Conference (Mohegan Sun, CT)A SGAC Reception

08.16 - 08.19 CSG Western Conference (Tacoma, WA) A SGAC Reception

09.07 Incorporating Non-Lobbyists into Effective Advocacy (SGAC Webinar)

09.12 SGAC & CSG Policy Lunch (Washington, D.C.)

09.12 Budgeting Tips for the Government Relations Department (SGAC Webinar)

11.18 - 11.21 SGAC Foundation’s Leaders’ Policy Conference (Naples, FL) A 11.18 SGAC Advanced Certificate Program Session

12.05 SGAC’s Holiday Reception (Washington, D.C.)

12.14 - 12.17 CSG National Conference (Las Vegas, NV) A SGAC Reception

01.18 Measuring Success & ROI of GR Teams (SGAC Webinar)

02.07 Political Transparency and Corporate Responsibility (SGAC Webinar)

02.23 - 02.26 NGA Winter Meeting (Washington, D.C.)A NGA Opening Reception - co-sponsored by SGAC

02.26 Orientation - “The ABC’s of SGAC” (Washington, D.C.)

03.08 Digital Grassroots Mobilization Tools (SGAC Webinar)

04.11 - 04.13 SGAC National Summit (Salt Lake City, UT)A 04.11 SGAC Advanced Certificate Program Session

04.26 SGAC Open House (Alexandria, VA)

05.17 Communication Strategies for the SGR Professional (SGAC Webinar)

05.10 - 05.12 NCSL Executive Committee (Denver, CO)A SGAC Reception

05.23 State GR Series Educational Training (Washington, D.C.)

06.21 SGAC Summer Kick-Off (Washington, D.C.)

07.13 Mastering the Fly In (SGAC Webinar)

07.15 - 07.18 CSG Midwest Conference (Winnipeg, Manitoba)A SGAC Reception

07.29 - 08.02 NCSL Legislative Summit (Los Angeles, CA)07.30 Advanced Certificate Training Session 07.30 SGAC’s Salute to Leadership Reception 07.31 SGAC Late Night Event 08.01 SGAC Annual Member Business Meeting & Lunch

08.08 Using Your Relationship with Legislators for Congressional Success (SGAC Webinar)

08.05 - 08.08 CSG Eastern Regional Conference (Westchester, NY)A SGAC Reception

08.08 - 08.10 45th ALEC Annual Meeting (New Orleans, LA)A SGAC Reception

09.06 - 08.08 NCSL Executive Committee (Portland, ME)A SGAC Reception

09.12 - 09.16 CSG West Conference (Snowbird, UT)A SGAC Reception

11.17 – 11.20 SGAC Foundation’s Leaders’ Policy Conference (Scottsdale, AZ)A SGAC Advanced Certificate Program Session

12.05 - 12.08 NCSL Capitol Forum (Washington, D.C.) A SGAC Capitol Forum Dinner

SGAC Holiday Reception

How Teams Get Feedback from their Internal Business Partners

Utilizing State Legislators to Influence Congress

Best Practices when Managing a Region or Multiple States

Facility Tours and Hosting Public Officials

“Silent Periods”: When to Push an RFP and When to Step Back

SGAC 2018 UPCOMING EVENT S

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DIRECTORS

Winn Atkins, Diageo North America, Inc.

Dustin Brighton, ofo

Beth Cooley, CTIA

Daniel Felton, Philips Healthcare

Tom Foulkes, Entertainment Software Association

Jeff Hartgen, MultiState Associates Inc.

Terra McClelland, Benevis, LLC

Eric Schuller, Oasis Financial

Emory Wilkerson, State Farm Insurance Companies

Katie Bernard Wright, National Association of Home Builders

Fred Zeytoonjian, Apple Inc.

PresidentJon Burton, RELX, Inc.

Vice PresidentDavid Christman, National Beer Wholesalers Association

TreasurerTheresa Flores, Mary Kay Inc.

SecretaryLaura Dooley, eBay Inc. Inc. / Stubhub

Immediate Past PresidentDonna Gehlhaart, International Paper

Executive DirectorElizabeth A. Loudy

Senior Director, Education & TrainingCrislyn Lumia

Manager, Member Services & DevelopmentAnn Webster

Manager, Communications & OutreachKatherine Kilgore

Program CoordinatorErin Cinney

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Very honored to be joining the SGAC board with this great group of government affairs professionals! #SGACNews

Winn Atkins

The Leaders’ Policy Conference is the annual meeting of the states’ legislative leadership and state government affairs professionals from America’s leading businesses, associations and service providers. LPC is designed to encourage dialogues on issues of importance between state legislative leaders and private sector representatives. The Leaders’ Policy Conference is sponsored by the State Government Affairs Council Foundation, in cooperation with NCSL and CSG, to provide an outstanding educational initiative.

The SGAC Foundation is a 501c3. Its purpose is to conduct research, sponsor conferences and seminars, and promote educational activities related to state government. The 2017 LPC, “Managing the Shifting Sands of State Policy and Politics” was held in Naples, Florida.

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Governor Bobby Jindal, (R-LA)

Senator Carmelo Rios, Puerto Rico

Bryan Koon, Vice President of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, IEM

Deb Sofield, Communication Specialist and Author

Clint Hill, Former Secret Service Agent for First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy

Lisa McCubbin, Journalist, TV Anchor and Author

Stephen Lucas, Author, Words of a Century: The Top 100 American Speeches

Howard Fineman, NBC / MSNBC Political Analyst, Global Editorial Director of The Huffington Post Media Group & Bestselling Author

GENERAL SPEAKERS

Chair: Dan Felton, Philips HealthcareVice Chair: Joe Gregorich, University of PhoenixCommittee:Winn Atkins, Diageo, North America, Inc.Ron Barnes, GoogleElizabeth Bartz, State and Federal Communications, Inc.Katie Bernard Wright, National Association of Home BuildersDustin Brighton, ofoNancy Bukar, Sodexo, Inc.Jon Burton, RELX, Inc.Jean Cantrell, SignifyKelsey Carlson, The Advocacy GroupDave Christman, National Beer Wholesalers AssociationJacqueline Clark, Ash Grove Cement CompanyDonna Cooke, LexisNexis State NetBen Dendy, The Advocacy GroupSherry Doctorian, State Law Resources, Inc.Troy Flanagan, American Hotel & Lodging AssociationDonna Gehlhaart, International PaperJeff Hartgen, MultiState Associates Inc.Anika Hagenson, Intuit, Inc.Chad Heinrich, University of Phoenix

Andrew Hosmer, Preti Flaherty Katrina Iserman, Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.Michelle Jacquis, Vertex PharmaceuticalsRobert Kearley, Best Buy Co., Inc.Gregg Lanez, Celgene CorporationJohnathan Lozier, Stateside AssociatesBeth Medina, Mylan Inc.Terra McClelland, Benevis, LLCMike McGarey, Nuclear Energy InstituteAndy Oreffice, Benevis, LLCGary Riddle, Indivior Robert Rodophele, State Law Resources, Inc.Luke Rollins, RELX, Inc.Eric Schuller, Oasis FinancialAndrea Serlin, Serlin Haley LLPDmitri Siegel, Celgene CorporationJohn Steele, Johnson ControlsJenn Stowe, The Carpet and Rug InstituteDanielle Waterfield, Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries, Inc.Ashley Wieland, American Traffic Safety Services AssociationEmory Wilkerson, State Farm Insurance CompaniesFred Zeytoonjian, Apple Inc.

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Chair: Luke Rollins, RELX, Inc.

Vice Chair: Katie Bernard Wright, National Association of Home Builders

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Elizabeth Bartz, State and Federal Communications, Inc.

Dirk Bloemendaal, Amway

Dustin Brighton, ofo

Jon Burton, RELX, Inc.

David Christman, National Beer Wholesalers Association

Beth Cooley, CTIA

Ben Dendy, The Advocacy Group

Sherry Doctorian, State Law Resources, Inc.

Laura Dooley, eBay Inc. / Stubhub

Theresa Flores, Mary Kay Inc.

Donna Gehlhaart, International Paper

Jeff Hartgen, MultiState Associates Inc.

Chad Heinrich, University of Phoenix

Carol Laham, Wiley Rein LLP

Terra McClelland, Benevis, LLC

Darren Reaman, Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association

Eric Schuller, Oasis Financial

Jenn Stowe, The Carpet and Rug Institute

Emory Wilkerson, State Farm Insurance Companies

Libby Wuller, Quorum

2018 NATIONAL SUMMIT COMMITTEEThe 2018 National Summit was held in Salt Late City, Utah and featured speakers and activities centered around the theme, “The Crossroads of State Government Affairs.” Attendees dived into content developed by SGAC mem-bers, leaders in their field, and experienced what Salt Lake City has to offer.

National Summit attendees take full advantage of the conference to fulfill program requirements for SGAC’s Certificate Program – the first comprehensive state spe-cific certificate program.

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SGAC is proud to partner with the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL), the Council of State Governments (CSG), the American Legisla-tive Exchange Council (ALEC), Women in Government (WIG), the National Governors Association (NGA), and iCivics. Partnership with these groups enables SGAC to further our mission of strengthening the interaction and understanding between and among SGAC members and state government officials.

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SGAC 2016 - 17 President Donna Gehlhaart presents the State Leadership Award to the 2016 - 17 NCSL Staff Chair Raul Burciaga (NM)

SGAC 2016 - 17 President Donna Gehlhaart presents the State Leadership Award to the 2016 - 17 NCSL President Senator Dan Blue (NC)

SGAC E.D. Elizabeth Loudy presents the State Leadership Award to 2017 CSG West Chair Senator Sam Hunt (WA)

SGAC E.D. Elizabeth Loudy presents the State Leadership Award to 2017 CSG East Co-Chairs Senator Terry Gerratana (CT) and Representative Kevin Ryan (CT)

SGAC E.D. Elizabeth Loudy presents the State Leadership Award to 2017 CSG Midwest Chair Senator Janet Petersen (IA)

SGAC E.D. Elizabeth Loudy presents the State Leadership Award to 2017 CSG National Chair Senator Kelvin Atkinson (NV) and National President Governor Kate Brown (OR)

SGAC E.D. Elizabeth Loudy presents the State Leadership Award to the 2017 ALEC Chair Senator Jim Buck (IN)

NGA Executive Director Scott Pattison presents to 2017 LPC attendees.

Members and partner organizations’ staff have the opportunity to earn this certificate by actively participating in at least twelve credit classes, including six mandatory credit classes.

SGAC is proud to announce the seventh graduating class of the State Government Affairs Professional Certificate Program and the second graduating class of the Advanced Certificate Program. Please join us in congratulating these graduates for their achievement! Graduates have shown a commitment to continuing their education to enhance their orga-nizations’ SGR function.

Erin Archer, Association for Accessible Medicines

Patrick Atagi, National Wooden Pallet and Container Association

London Biggs, RELX, Inc.

Christine Csizmadia, Nuclear Energy Institute

Cashion Drolet, International Council of Shopping Centers

Aimee Grmoljez, State Law Resources, Inc.

Michelle Jacquis, Vertex Pharmaceuticals

Beth Medina, Mylan Inc.

Gary Riddle, Indivior Inc.

Robert Williams, Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee (DLCC)

Jeff Case, CropLife America

Ben Dendy, The Advocacy Group

Jeff Hartgen, MultiState Associates Inc.

Brian McAndrews, TIAA

Luke Rollins, RELX, Inc.

Eric Schuller, Oasis Financial

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Dan Felton, Philips Healthcare

Theresa Flores, Mary Kay, Inc.

Jennifer Stowe, The Carpet and Rug Institute

01.18.2018 Measuring Success and ROI of GR/PA Teams02.07.2018 Political Transparency and Corporate Responsibility03.08.2018 Digital Grassroots Mobilization Tools05.17.2018 Communication Strategies for the SGR Professional05.23.2018 SGR Training Series06.27.2018 Mastering the Fly In

Strategic Leadership: Shoring Up Your Foundation – Boston, MA

Social Networks and Leadership – Salt Lake City, UT

How Teams Get Feedback from their Internal Business Partners – Los Angeles, CA

Communications with Dr. John Daly – Scottsdale, AZ

VISIT SGAC.ORG FOR UPCOMING INFORMATION

“Completing the SGAC Advanced Certificate Program in its inaugural class was a top priority. It demonstrates my commitment to personal development and commitment to achieving the highest standards in this organization and in the government relations profession. I encourage every serious government relations professional to complete the SGAC certificate program and advanced certificate program.” – Jacqueline Clark, Ash Grove Cement Company

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SGAC provides a multitude of professional development opportunities throughout the year specific to state government relations professionals and available through a variety of platforms to fit members’ schedules and interests. Comprehensive lessons are designed to equip graduates with the knowledge, tools, and techniques to excel in their careers and advo-cate for their organizations.

WEBINARS + TRAININGS

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Pictured above is the sixth graduating class of the Professional Certificate Program (left) and the Advanced Certificate graduating class including the first graduates of all three levels (right)

C O M M I T T E E S

Thank you to the hardworking SGAC committee members! As a member focused organization, committees help shape SGAC, impacting the direction throughout the year. Reach out to SGAC staff leads or our committee leadership and get involved today! Whether members are new to SGAC or looking to take on more involvement, becoming a committee member helps you stand out and build your professional community.

The Communications Committee promotes SGAC news and offerings to the state government relations community.

Chair: Jacqueline Clark, Ash Grove Cement CompanyVice Chair: Trista Adams, Feld Entertainment, Inc.Ron Barnes, GoogleElizabeth Bartz, State and Federal Communications, Inc.Jon Burton, RELX, Inc.David Christman, National Beer Wholesalers AssociationDonna Gehlhaart, International PaperJeff Hartgen, MultiState Associates Inc.Johnathan Lozier, Stateside AssociatesTom Phillips, Siemens CorporationJosh Young, American Chemistry Council

The Nominations Committee identifies future leaders of the SGAC community. It is comprised of the Immediate Past President, six SGAC members-at-large and two-alternates.

Chair: Donna Gehlhaart, International PaperMindy Baker, The Toy AssociationCashion Drolet, International Council of Shopping CentersSamantha Hill, Troutman Sanders StrategiesTracey Meeks, Vertex PharmaceuticalsDmitri Siegel, Celgene CorporationFred Zeytoonjian, Apple Inc.Alternate: Lorin Alusic, Intuit, Inc.Alternate: Erika Scheffer, International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions

The Public Sector Outreach Committee works to increase SGAC’s footprint across the country by developing and implementing campaigns geared to educate elected state government officials about SGAC.Chair: Johnathan Lozier, Stateside AssociatesVice Chair: Gary Riddle, Indivior Inc.Steve Arthur, Stateside AssociatesDirk Bloemendaal, AmwayJon Burton, RELX, Inc.Kelsey Carlson, FOCUS, A Leonine BusinessJacqueline Clark, Ash Grove Cement CompanyBeth Cooley, CTIALaura Dooley, eBay Inc.

Daniel Felton, PhilipsDonna Gehlhaart, International PaperJoe Gregorich, University of PhoenixAndy Hackman, Serlin Haley LLPChad Heinrich, University of PhoenixKatrina Iserman, Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.Craig Mischo, Bayer HealthCareDarrren Reaman, Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association

Luke Rollins, RELX, Inc.Eric Schuller, Oasis FinancialDmitri Siegel, Celgene CorporationKiley Smith, Stateside AssociatesJames Toner, International Bottled Water AssociationJosh Young, American Chemistry Council

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2016-17 SGAC President Donna Gehlhaart passes the gavel to the 2017-18 SGAC President Jon Burton at the 2017 Annual Business Meeting

2017-18 SGAC President Jon Burton presents 2016-17 SGAC President Donna Gehlhaart with the State Leadership Award at the 2017 Annual Business Meeting

Make sure to explore the new SGAC.org! Thank you to the Communications Committee for all their help!

The Education and Training Committee evaluates current and future education and professional development offerings.

Chair: Abby Parta, Vertex PharmaceuticalsVice Chair: Darren Reaman, Custom Electronic Design & Installation AssociationSteve Arthur, Stateside AssociatesElizabeth Bartz, State and Federal Communications, Inc.Dusty Brighton, ofoSherry Doctorian, State Law Resources, Inc.Laura Dooley, eBay, Inc. / StubhubDaniel Felton, Philips HealthcareStefani Grant, Unilever United States, Inc.Kathryn Gunter, Entertainment Software AssociationPierce Haley, Serlin Haley LLPKatrina Iserman, Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.Tim Johnson, Entertainment Software AssociationMarcie M. McNelis, CAE, MultiState Associates Inc.Andrea Serlin, Serlin Haley LLPJohn Steele, Johnson ControlsEmory Wilkerson, State Farm Insurance CompaniesGregg Lanez, Celgene Corporation

The Member Services Committee strengthens and builds the SGAC network.

Chair: Luke Rollins, RELX, Inc.Vice Chair: Patrick Atagi, National Wooden Pallet & Container AssociationRon Barnes, GoogleElizabeth Bartz, State and Federal Communications, Inc. Sano Blocker, Vistra EnergyJacqueline Clark, Ash Grove Cement CompanyShannon Crawford, PLASTICS Industry AssociationGerard Dehrmann, Walmart Stores, Inc. Cashion Drolet, International Council of Shopping CentersLynn Dyer, Foodservice Packaging Institute, Inc. Ed Griesmer, MultiState Associates Inc. Andy Hackman, Serlin Haley LLPDaniel Harris, National Association of Professional Employer OrganizationsCaroline Hegeman, Deloitte LLPSamantha Hill, Troutman Sanders Strategies Katrina Iserman, Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc. Ben Jones, McKesson CorporationJennifer Jura, National Rural Electric Cooperative Association Johnathan Lozier, Stateside AssociatesJoseph Manero, CNASean Moore, Consumer Healthcare Products Association Frank Plescia, Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLPMaureen Riehl, MultiState Associates Inc.Andrea Serlin, Serlin Haley LLPKiley Smith, Stateside Associates John Steele, Johnson Controls Jenn Stowe, The Carpet and Rug Institute Marilyn Vetter, Horizon Pharma Danielle Waterfield, Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries, Inc. Libby Wuller, Quorum

Thank you to SGAC Past President Jenn Stowe of The Carpet and Rug Institute and Member Services Chair Luke Rollins of RELX, Inc. for hosting several informal calls designed to share with new members upcoming opportunities exclusive to SGAC membership.

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ALABAMADreamland Bar-B-Que (Tuscaloosa)ALASKA Humpy’s Great Alaskan Alehouse (Anchorage)The Marx Bros Cafe (Anchorage)ARIZONA (PLAN YOUR 2018 LPC!)Cowboy Ciao (Phoenix)Los Dos Molinos (Phoenix) Salty Sow (Scottsdale)ARKANSASDoe’s Eat Place (Little Rock)Lassis Inn (Little Rock)Pressroom (Bentonville)CALIFORNIADive Bar (Sacramento)Ella Dining Room & Bar (Sacramento)Frank Fat’s (Sacramento)Hawks (Granite Bay)Mikuni Japanese Restaurant & Sushi (Sacramento)Mulvaney’s B & L (Sacramento)Swabbies (Sacramento)The Citizen Hotel (Sacramento)

COLORADOCapital Grille (Denver)Elway’s (Denver)Guard and Grace (Denver)JW Marriott Denver Cherry Creek (Denver)Rioja (Denver)D.C.Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab (D.C.)The Capital Grille (D.C.)FLORIDABarton G. The Restaurant (Miami)Bern’s Steakhouse (Tampa)Big Ray’s Fish Camp (Tampa)Clevelander South Beach Hotel and Bar (Miami)Gianni’s (Miami Beach)La Rose (Miami)Monty’s on South Beach (Miami)The Breakers (Palm Beach)Upland (Miami Beach)Yardbird Southern Table & Bar (Miami)GEORGIAChampions Retreat Golf Course (Evans)Huey Luey’s Mexican Kitchen & Margarita Bar (Sandy Springs)

TRAVEL TIPSAt the 2017 Leaders’ Policy Conference, attendees volunteered their favorite places to visit throughout the country. This map shares that knowledge and can be found in the members-only portal of Sgac.org. Ready to recommend one of your favorites? Email kkilgore@sgac.org

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HAWAIIDuke’s Waikiki (Honolulu)House without a Key (Honolulu)ILLINOISBiggs Mansion (Chicago)Saputo (Springfield)INDIANAMcDonald’s (Indianapolis)St. Elmo Steak House (Indianapolis)IOWA801 Chophouse (Des Moines)Fong’s Pizza & Tiki Bar (Des Moines)KANSASNorth Star (Topeka)LOUISIANADomilise Sandwich Shop & Bar (New Orleans)Parrain’s Seafood (Baton Rouge) MAINECushnoc Brewing Co. (Augusta)MARYLANDMcGarvey’s Saloon & Oyster Bar (Annapolis)O’Learys Seafood Restaurant (Middleton Annapolis) MASSACHUSETTSAl Dente Restaurant (Boston)Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse (Foxborough)Stephanie’s on Newbury (Boston)MICHIGANArt’s Tavern (Glen Arbor)Gandy Dancer (Ann Arbor)MINNESOTAWolf Bay Lodge (Lake Vermillion)MISSISSIPPIParlor Market (Jackson)MISSOURIJack Stack Barbeque (Lee’s Summit)Jefferson City Country Club (Jefferson City)NEW MEXICOThe Compound (Santa Fe)The Pink Adobe (Santa Fe)The Shed (Santa Fe)NEW YORKAma Cocina (Albany)Angelo’s 677 Prime (Albany)Gramercy Tavern (New York)Restaurant Navona (Albany)NORTH CAROLINAAngus Barn (Raleigh)Clyde Cooper’s BBQ (Raleigh)NORTH DAKOTA Luft Rooftop Beer Garden (Bismarck)

OHIOBarcelona (Columbus)Figlio (Columbus)Mitchell’s Steakhouse (Columbus)OKLAHOMAKitchen No. 324 (Oklahoma City)Prairie Brewpub (Tulsa)Red Piano Lounge (Oklahoma City)OREGONJake’s Famous Crawfish (Portland)PENNSYLVANIADevon Seafood Grill (Philadelphia)Harp and Crown (Philadelphia)RHODE ISLANDSiena (Providence)SOUTH CAROLINAMotor Supply Company Bistro (Columbia)SOUTH DAKOTACattleman’s Club Steakhouse (Pierre)Mad Mary’s Steakhouse & Saloon (Pierre)TENNESSEEAcme Feed & Seed (Nashville)Party Fowl (Nashville)Prince’s Hot Chicken (Nashville)The Bluebird Café (Nashville)The Hermitage (Hermitage)The Rendezvous (Memphis)Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge (Nashville)

TEXASEddie V’s Prime Seafood (Austin)Guero’s Taco Bar (Austin)Hotel Saint Cecilia (Austin)Lambert’s Downtown Barbeque (Austin)Via 313 (Austin)UTAHLa Caille (Sandy)Market Street Oyster Bar (Salt Lake City)Red Iguana (Salt Lake City)Squatters Pub (Salt Lake City) The Copper Onion (Salt Lake City)VERMONTThe Farmhouse Tap & Grill (Burlington)VIRGINIAAcacia Mid-Town (Richmond)Chick-Fil-A (DCA airport)Quirk Hotel (Richmond)The Jefferson (Richmond)WASHINGTONCanlis (Seattle)Ricardo’s Restaurant (Bellevue)WEST VIRGINIAGreenbrier (White Sulphur Springs)WISCONSINThe Old Fashioned (Madison) WYOMINGLittle America Hotel & Resort (Cheyenne)

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