Washington D.C., February 16, 2016 - Prime Policy Group, Washington’s premier bipartisan government relations and consulting firm, is pleased to announce the promotion of Stefan Bailey to Managing Director, the launch of its redesigned website (www.prime-policy.com), and the hiring of Owen E. Taylor as Client Staff Assistant.Bailey Promotion. Bailey, who has served as a Director of the firm, focuses his practice on energy and transportation policy, and manages the representation of clients in the utility and commercial aviation sectors. He has a reputation for working effectively across party lines, and serves as a trusted advisor to corporate, trade association and nonprofit clients on a wide range of issues before Congress and federal agencies. Prior to joining Prime, Bailey served on the legislative staff of Senator Evan Bayh, and as Legislative Director for Reps. Nick J. Rahall II and Baron P. Hill. “Stefan brings determined teamwork, leadership and commitment to our ranks,” said Prime Policy Group President and CEO, R. Scott Pastrick. “He provides exceptional client service, and his work ethic enables him to focus on the next important opportunity for the firm and our clients. His positive contributions to Prime’s growth and culture are substantial.”Redesigned Website. Prime is launching a new website which emphasizes the diverse expertise of Prime’s senior professionals, and highlights the firm’s unique ability to solve problems and build brands on behalf of its clients.“Prime’s new website reflects our position at the forefront of advocacy and strategic counsel, and draws on our history as a pioneer of bipartisan government relations,” said Pastrick. “Our capabilities inside and outside Washington, D.C., and extending internationally, allow us to effectively navigate in the complex global marketplace. Prime has grown and evolved to meet the challenges our clients face today, and we are excited to showcase who we are through a dynamic new website.”The new website provides streamlined and intuitive access to the latest updates and insights from the Prime team. Featured on the new website is the Prime Policy Tax Hub – a comprehensive, free online tax policy collection that includes summaries, legislation and reports related to tax policy and reform. Prime Policy Transatlantic Group, a new initiative from Prime that offers clients dynamic reach into Europe, also is highlighted.Prime Policy Group hired CRAFT – the marketing, advertising, and advocacy agency – to serve as web developer. “CRAFT is proud to have partnered with Prime Policy Group to build a website that captures the essence of the firm: Leading-edge, team oriented, with a global presence and bipartisan reach," said Brian Donahue, CEO & Founder of CRAFT.Taylor Hire. Taylor is joining Prime’s legislative and policy research team. Taylor, who is fluent in German and Bulgarian, served as a consular intern for the U.S. Embassy in Berlin, Germany, reporting directly to the Consul General. He was a page in the South Carolina General Assembly, and received his bachelor’s degree from the University of South Carolina. “Owen experiences living and working in Germany and the Balkans provide a unique perspective on an important part of the globe,” said Pastrick. “Working closely with Prime Policy Transatlantic Group and former Congressman/Executive Vice President John Tanner, we welcome Owen as an essential part of our team.”

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