State Government Affairs Council (SGAC)

08/21/2026

Heading to CSG Midwest in St. Paul?
Whether you're attending the CSG Midwest Meeting or are an SGAC member in the area, join us for our reception!

Sunday, August 30
9:00 – 11:00 PM
St. Paul, MN

08/13/2026

It was wonderful to see so many SGAC members and friends at our signature events this year in Chicago!

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

08/13/2026

08/12/2026

🎤 Inter(n)views with Jimmy Miller

We're wrapping up this summer's Inter(n)views with a special edition featuring Jimmy! As James Miller heads back to school for his senior year at the University of Dayton, he reflects on his summer with SGAC.

A big thank you to all of the SGAC members who took the time to participate in the Inter(n)view series this summer.

08/11/2026

Registration is open for the 2026 SGAC Foundation Leaders’ Policy Conference!

Register here: https://lnkd.in/g8fuw2XY

Join us November 21–24 in Scottsdale, Arizona, for one of SGAC’s premier events of the year. LPC brings together state legislative leaders and state government affairs professionals from across the country for meaningful networking, professional development, and timely conversations on the issues shaping the year ahead.

We’re looking forward to an outstanding few days. Register today and join us this November!

08/07/2026

🎤 Inter(n)views with Jimmy Miller

Our recent intern, James Miller (Jimmy), connected with SGAC members and leaders to learn more about their careers, experiences, and advice for the next generation of government affairs professionals.

This edition features newly elected SGAC President Dmitri Siegel, Director, Alliance Development, State Government Affairs at Bristol Myers Squibb.

07/31/2026

Congratulations to the 2026–2027 SGAC Board of Directors! 🌟
We're excited to welcome our new Board of Directors, led by incoming President Dmitri Siegel of Bristol Myers Squibb. We look forward to the year ahead as this outstanding group of leaders continues to strengthen SGAC!

Officers
President – Dmitri Siegel, Bristol Myers Squibb
Vice President – Matthew Lenz, Meta
Treasurer – Kathryn Gunter, Oracle
Secretary – Zeny Agullana, TIAA
Immediate Past President – Anika Dyrstad Hagenson, CoreWeave

Directors
Jeff Berkowitz, Delve
Dex Battista, Magna
Kristen Casimir, Salesforce
Britt Carter DeMarzo, American Chemistry Council
Lauren K. Doroghazi, MultiState
Michelle Erbeyi, Mary Kay, Inc.
Matthew Kiessling, American Gas Association
Joee Lindbeck, Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
Ninia Linero, TechNet
Kevin P**a, Nuclear Energy Institute
Ryan Stevens, Duane Morris Government Strategies
Sharon Sykes, Stride

We also extend our appreciation to Anika Hagenson for her outstanding leadership as President this past year. Here's to another year of collaboration! View our Board of Directors: https://lnkd.in/e2wkQh68

07/27/2026

🎤 Inter(n)views with Jimmy Miller

Our intern, James Miller (Jimmy), is connecting with SGAC members and leaders to learn more about their careers, experiences, and advice for the next generation of government affairs professionals.

This edition features our 2025 - 2026 SGAC Board President Anika Hagenson, Director of State Government Affairs at CoreWeave.

07/25/2026

🎙️ New Episode of The Lobby Podcast!

Host Crislyn Lumia is joined by Zeny Agullana (TIAA) and Bobbi Dillon (Procter & Gamble) to share practical strategies for making the most of the NCSL Legislative Summit.

From setting conference goals and maximizing networking opportunities to navigating SGAC events and balancing a busy schedule, this episode is packed with tips for both first-time attendees and Legislative Summit veterans.

Arrive ready to make the most of your week in Chicago!

🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
Apple Podcasts - https://lnkd.in/eeMrNNDq
Spotify - https://lnkd.in/ehnzzj3b

Learn more at www.sgac.org or reach out with questions at [email protected]!

07/24/2026

Get Ready for SGAC's signature events at the NCSL Legislative Summit! 🎉
The countdown to Chicago is on!

Join us for:

📍 Monday, July 27 – SGAC Co-Sponsored NCSL Young and New Professionals (YNP) Reception

📍 Tuesday, July 28 – Advanced Certificate Program Session

📍 Tuesday, July 28 – SGAC Annual Business Meeting & Lunch

📍 Tuesday, July 28 – SGAC's signature Late Night at Punch Bowl Social

Be sure to download the SGAC Member App before you arrive to connect with fellow members and make the most of your time in Chicago. We can't wait to see you at the NCSL Legislative Summit!