Marty Russo

Marty Russo

VA, US
Lobbyist, Member of Congress (1975-1992), American-Australian Foundation Leader

A master of how influence really works, former Congressman Marty Russo gives audiences a specific road map for how to use influence to cut through obstacles and make a difference. He draws on years of serving as a congressional leader, deputy whip, results-driven lobbyist and entrepreneur.

Marty Russo is a dynamic speaker and master storyteller who relates riveting insider tips and leadership lessons from the world of politics. Audiences love his candid, Chicago-style straight talk on how to exercise more influence in public debates, leadership, teams and daily life. Known for his many close relationships among movers and shakers across the world of all political persuasions, Russo delivers a world-class perspective on how things really get done in a complex world.

In today's collaborative work environments, leaders can no longer expect "chain of command" behavior to work. Instead, learning how to exercise influence is the key to energizing team-oriented workforces to work together and compete globally. Russo's involvement in young leader programs for domestic and international groups is an exciting transfer of insider knowledge from an "old pro" to the next generation. He frequently provides articles that can be disseminated to accompany and reinforce his message of how to have more influence.

A master of how influence really works, former Congressman Marty Russo gives audiences a specific road map for how to use influence to cut through obstacles and make a difference. He draws on years of serving as a congressional leader, deputy whip, results-driven lobbyist and entrepreneur.

Marty Russo is a dynamic speaker and master storyteller who relates riveting insider tips and leadership lessons from the world of politics. Audiences love his candid, Chicago-style straight talk on how to exercise more influence in public debates, leadership, teams and daily life. Known for his many close relationships among movers and shakers across the world of all political persuasions, Russo delivers a world-class perspective on how things really get done in a complex world.

In today's collaborative work environments, leaders can no longer expect "chain of command" behavior to work. Instead, learning how to exercise influence is the key to energizing team-oriented workforces to work together and compete globally. Russo's involvement in young leader programs for domestic and international groups is an exciting transfer of insider knowledge from an "old pro" to the next generation. He frequently provides articles that can be disseminated to accompany and reinforce his message of how to have more influence.

Current Politics, Influence and the Art of the Deal

Former Congressman Marty Russo gives his unfiltered "no holds barred" insider views on what's really happening in US politics and what it will take to get the government working again. With a tumultuous 2016 Presidential Election and a new dynamic emerging on Capitol Hill, are we on the cusp of a messy, but productive era where divided government can actually work, and legislation will start moving on important policy areas? Or will we fall further into paralyzing partisan dysfunction? Today,...
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Legislative Hill Day

Most associations hold an annual legislative conference to address important policy initiatives in Washington. Do you want your attendees fired up and ready to go before you send them to storm the Hill? Former Congressman Marty Russo is a dynamic speaker who will inspire your members to head for the Hill with confidence and excitement. Drawing from his years in Congress and as a top lobbyist, Russo lays out the roadmap. Why should you care about what happens in Washington? What are the...
Audience ActivityEducational / InformativeTechnical / Specific

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