Business Development
“He is intentionally provocative in a positive productive way to challenge people in how we approach business development and (he) makes us all look at how we solve problems from different angles and lenses.” - Colleague
“Paul has a preternatural ability to understand the big picture and identify inflection points that impact it. Having spent more (much more) than a little time strategizing with Paul in state capitals from Albany to Little Rock, I’ve learned to appreciate and at times even marvel at his ability to deftly analyze a situation and mobilize the right mix of business, legal, and political resources to accomplish the desired results. He also happens to be a pretty good guy, at least for a Sox fan.” - Business Partner
“Paul understands the strategic importance of partners in two key ways. First, he is always thinking about the long-term potential of partnering beyond the immediate deal. In negotiating the first deal, he is already thinking about the third deal. And that is how you build relationships that can make a difference in an increasingly commoditized world. Second, he understands that the ability to do good work at a competitive price is tables stakes. What matters is that partners can bring relationships, networks, quals, an in-state reputation that could tip the balance.” - Business Partner
Proposal Development
“The ability to cut through the noise, the personalities, the irrelevant information, the sheer detail, and produce a thorough end product is what I see you do best.” - Colleague
“An excellent and entertaining writer.” - Colleague
“Paul has the rare ability to develop strategic objectives for a team and then oversee the detailed execution of those objectives. He is able to keep diverse teams focused on achieving a common goal while also ensuring that targets are hit on time and in scope for the final deliverable. Additionally, Paul is not afraid to roll up his sleeves as well and dig in - a quality that builds trust and a commitment to excellence in the teams working for and with him.” - Colleague
Government Affairs
“Paul understands the value of building strategic relationships in government and is effective at representing this point of view within the firm, thus leading to a more effective use of lobbyists and greater success for the firm. Paul capably navigates through the inevitable crises, keeping projects on track, and is transparent in all of his communications in an effort to keep the interest of the firm, not individuals, paramount.” - Lobbyist
“Paul is a unique talent. As an in-house government relations expert working across many different jurisdictions, Paul effectively provides steerage to contracted local advocates and translates their reconnaissance into actionable information for executives. Our work together, despite a very complicated political and relational space with very high stakes for the company was always as cordial as it was strategic. Paul’s depth and breadth of experience were an invaluable asset to our collective effort to navigate multiple stakeholders, including highly influential labor representatives, through the resolution of very difficult issues. I cannot imagine a better partner and cannot recommend him highly enough. His support for various sports franchises might be highly questionable, but in all other areas his judgment is impeccable.” - Lobbyist
“Paul has the ability to communicate complex ideas and concepts in a way that resonates with politicians and public officials. His engaging personality and earnest manor set him apart from most consultants in the normal kill or be killed political environment of today. He is one of those rare guys you’re confident to work with because he knows his subject material so well, and people trust what he says. “ - Lobbyist
General Testimonials
“Everyone from Business Analysts to Managers felt they knew you, because you made them feel included. From your Patriots win (or loss) emails to your Year-End breakfast parties, you made everyone feel like they were part of your inner circle.” - Colleague
“Paul is hands down the hardest working person I have met in my 20+ year career. He quite literally puts his heart and soul into everything he does. His work ethic is truly inspiring and the results he gets speak for themselves.” - Colleague
“Paul can be that expensive Italian suit in your closet. You can’t afford too many and you don’t wear it every day but you sure are glad you can pull it out when you need it. Forget “Call Paul.” Paul should be “On Call” for anyone working in the public sector” - Business Partner