WASHINGTON, D.C. – December 05, 2024 – Invest in the USA (IIUSA) proudly announces that Executive Director Aaron Grau and its Government Affairs team at Commonwealth Strategic Partners, led by George McElwee and Katie Hazlett, have been named to The Hill’s 2024 Top Lobbyists list. This recognition reflects their exceptional advocacy during a year defined by legislative challenges, political shifts, and looming uncertainty as Washington prepares for a new administration under President-elect Donald Trump.
The Hill’s annual list celebrates the top advocates in the nation, recognizing their ability to navigate a rapidly changing policy landscape and deliver impactful results for their clients. For Grau, this is his third consecutive appearance on the list, while McElwee and Hazlett have achieved this honor for the fourth year running. They are recognized among the nation’s most accomplished advocates, celebrated for their ability to deliver meaningful results in a complex policy landscape.
“It is thanks to the exceptional collaboration with our Government Affairs team, Commonwealth Strategic Partners, the unwavering commitment of IIUSA members, and the tireless efforts of our staff that we’ve been able to achieve so much this year,” said Mr. Grau. “Being recognized by The Hill is both an honor and a testament to IIUSA’s leadership in shaping the future of the EB-5 industry.”
About IIUSA
Founded in 2005, IIUSA is the only national non-profit, membership-based trade association for the EB-5 Regional Center industry. Representing over 200 Regional Center members across 47 states, IIUSA members have driven billions in foreign direct investment, fueling economic growth and job creation throughout the country at no cost to U.S. taxpayers.
About Commonwealth Strategic Partners
Founded in 2015, Commonwealth Strategic Partners is a bipartisan public policy firm that provides expert federal and state government relations and lobbying to corporations, trade associations, non-profits, and state and local governments. Visit the firm’s website here.
