Learn from the PA experts! New blog post by Kelsey Beltz – Managing Director of The Good Lobby

This week on The Public Affairs Engine Blog, Anders Kopp interviews Kelsey Beltz, Managing Director of The Good Lobby. Kelsey shares her preferred sources for staying updated on Public Affairs, including Politico Podcasts, LinkedIn connections, and One Policy Place. She also mentions Public Affairs professionals she respects, such as Aaron McLoughlin, whose blogs entertain and educate her. When asked about the skills needed in the future, Kelsey emphasizes empathy and the ability to bridge the gap between NGO work and Public Affairs. In terms of social media, Kelsey finds LinkedIn the most useful for resource and idea sharing, while Twitter is good for breaking news. Kelsey highlights the importance of aligning Public Affairs with other departments to reflect the organization's core work and political footprint.

The Public Affairs engine website takes its name from the book “The Public Affairs Engine” authored by Ulobby’s CEO and co-founder, Anders Kopp Jensen. To offer readers a genuine understanding of the essence of Public Affairs, the website features a blog on which distinguished public affairs experts every week answer a series of questions about their daily tasks, habits and routines. These guest bloggers are carefully selected for their exceptional industry knowledge and contributions to the betterment of the public affairs profession.