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December 2024
December 10, 2024: Second Curve Returns to the Baker Botts “Beltway Buzz”
Thanks to Shailesh Sahay and the Baker Botts team for having Second Curve back on Beltway Buzz to discuss what comes next after the 2024 election. We discussed the election’s potential impacts on the energy and agricultural sections as well as the broader economy. And we took a deep dive into President Trump’s incoming Cabinet and the budget reconciliation legislation Congress is looking to craft on tax, energy, and border policy.
Next year promises massive policy decisions by the incoming Trump Administration and a Congress with razor-thin margins. Organizations need smart advocacy to navigate this complicated landscape. Let’s talk about how the Second Curve team can deliver for you!
To view a recording, click here to register.
October 2024
October 8, 2024: Johns Hopkins Magazine highlights launch of Second Curve Strategies by alumni
Johns Hopkins Magazine recently highlighted the launch of Second Curve Strategies by co-founders Jennifer Linker and Steve Forde. Linker and Forde both received graduate degrees at Hopkins – from the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) and The Johns Hopkins University – Carey Business School, respectively. October 8 is the six-month mark for Second Curve, and our team is adding value through smart advocacy for clients and organizations in DC and beyond. The November election promises an increasingly complicated Washington. Contact us for help in navigating the uncertainty ahead.
August 2024
August 22, 2024: Second Curve Co-founders Join Baker Botts’ “Beltway Buzz” Podcast
Second Curve co-founders Jennifer Linker and Steve Forde recently joined Baker Botts‘ Beltway Buzz webinar series, discussing the state of the 2024 campaign and its policy implications.
Joining host Shailesh Sahay, Steve and Jennifer shared insight into how companies should prepare for a new Administration and Congress, particularly on energy and climate issues, and in light of the recent Chevron (Loper) Supreme Court decision.
Business decisions and political strategy are converging like never before – and Second Curve is ready to help your organization navigate what’s next in Washington. Reach out to learn how!
To view a recording, click here to register.
June 2024
June 5, 2024: Strategic Energy 2024: A Dialogue on Challenges and Solutions
Second Curve Strategies Co-Founder Jennifer Linker joined other energy policy experts June 5 at a Hudson Institute panel discussion, “Strategic Energy 2024: A Dialogue on Challenges and Solutions.”
Some key points from Linker’s remarks, highlights of which can be viewed here:
• Global population will increase by 1.7 billion by 2050, and the need for industrial power continues to skyrocket via manufacturing, data centers, and other growth industries. To meet the world’s increasing energy demand, both electrons and molecules – electrification and fuels – will remain critical.
• Government policy can open the door to incentivize new energy supply more rapidly, with the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act’s new or expanded clean fuels, carbon capture, and hydrogen tax credits cited as enablers of more domestic development. Still, the free market will dictate scalability and where industry will make its significant capital investments for these projects and products.
• Drivers of energy demand will primarily be outside of the OECD countries, and the competition for lower-carbon energy sources will come from around the globe. American companies want to compete in these markets – and need these markets – to drive demand growth for their lower-carbon products. Understanding the nuances and interconnectivity of international policy in this space is imperative.
The complete Hudson Institute panel is available here and below.
May 2024
May 8, 2024: Second Curve celebrates Global WIN’s 15th anniversary
As our first formal partnership, Second Curve is proud to support the work of GlobalWIN and the women leaders in government, industry, and academia it promotes. Congrats to Helen Milby on 15 years of success, and thanks to Canadian Ambassador Hillman for hosting the organization’s anniversary reception on May 8 at the Canadian Embassy. We were proud to join you for a celebratory evening – and to discuss all that is ahead for this terrific organization!
April 2024
April 15, 2024: The story behind “Second Curve”
April 8, 2024: Politico Influence coverage
April 8, 2024: Second Curve Strategies – Official Launch
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