Policy is Power

What Does LWH Do?

Advises candidates, office holders, and stakeholders on the impact of new and proposed policies

• Helped state and local governments, trade associations, insurers, brokers, and consumers adapt to Affordable Care Act regulations.

Helps candidates, companies, and initiative proponents develop policy strategies and associated media campaigns

• Conducted primary research for a successful California ballot initiative that raised taxes on cigarettes to deter youth smoking and fund health care programs. Counseled biotech companies and other firms on how to form corporate political action committees.

Acts as a trusted go-between between health care stakeholders and between candidates and donors

• Managed national task forces credited with helping add a prescription drug benefit to Medicare and preparing public health systems for a potential bioterrorist attack.

Helps payers and providers bring down health costs and get better value for health spending

• Recommended strategies for employers to reduce health spending and assisted a large research hospital implement new rules on risk-adjusted payments.

Advises investors on state, national, and international policy changes

• Examples include Chinese and other health reforms and the overseas market for U.S. medical technology and services.

Delivers keynotes, leads corporate and educational seminars, and helps candidates improve their presentation and public speaking skills

• Coached the Yale University parliamentary debate team and have an extensive record of television, radio, and conference appearances.