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Political campaigns allow business and community leaders an opportunity to engage with candidates and have dialogue around issues, policies and regulations that are important to them, said Kelly Cohen, managing partner at The Southern Group - Orlando.
The lobbyist said it behooves business leaders to get involved, because “political decisions influence infrastructure development, zoning laws, taxation, immigration, land use, labor regulations and many other aspects crucial to business operations."
As for how to engage, it’s not just about the money, although campaigns surely welcome contributions. Companies can support candidates who advocate for business-friendly policies by organizing efforts like hosting fundraising events, creating corporate PACs, canvassing neighborhoods, putting out signs and volunteering to work phone banks, said Cohen.
