VIPs David Van Daff, l., Senator John McCain
Lobbying: Mark Daly counsels legislative aide
First Family’s personal trainer, Cornell McClellan, addresses attendees
Summiters Virginia Collins and Barry Field
Lobbying exercise
On the second day of the Summit, theory gave way to action as attendees took to Capitol Hill to meet with their Senators and Representatives and/or their assistants. Understandably, a few members of the club contingent were nervous, but, with a little help, they were soon lobbying like pros. “Frankly, as a first-timer, I was nervous,” acknowledged Stauble. But, after Tom Richards, of IHRSA’s pub- lic-policy team, joined her in her first meeting, Stauble felt confident enough to attend the next one alone. “My second meeting, I flew solo, and the aide for my Congressman was very receptive. I left feeling as though the doors for future dialogue were
open—whether in D.C. or Hartford, Connecticut.” Many club professionals also made
personal connections with legislators. Bill Staples, the director of marketing and communications for the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), in Mesa, Arizona, unexpectedly joined Rep. Dave Schweikert (R-AZ) while he took his dog, Charlie, for a walk down Independence Avenue. Rather than politics, the two talked about local sports. “The members of Congress were surprisingly genuine, down-to- earth and real,” observed Staples. The 9th Annual Summit for a
Healthier America represented a sig- nificant step forward in the movement to make prevention and exercise a way of life for all Americans. “The
event was well-organized, addressed relevant topics, prepared us for the lobbying experience, and provided adequate opportunity for networking and group dialogue,” reported How- ard. “I met many great people, learned from their experiences, and I hope that I added value to their participa- tion, as well. I’ve spoken to several of them since then and look forward to staying in touch. “The Summit was well worth the
time investment!” —| – Lilly Prince,
lp@ihrsa.org
.org
For full information on IHRSA’s Vision for a Healthier, More Prosperous America, log on to
www.ihrsa.org/vision.
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