Over his career on Capitol Hill, Russ developed an extensive network, managing over 600 staff members and policy professionals \u2013 many of whom currently serve in senior government positions.<\/span><\/p>\n
At Brownstein, Russ has represented a number of taxpayers who operate family-owned businesses and has advanced their interests during critical times. For example, as policy debates unfolded over the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017, he worked on behalf of numerous clients to develop a robust 20% deduction for pass-through businesses to lower the effective income tax rate on entrepreneurs, farmers and ranchers, and family-owned enterprises. <\/span><\/p>\nRuss is passionate about fostering at-risk youth, serving as the legal or designated guardian for 22 teenagers over the past two decades. He has continually fought for an increase in the adoption tax credit. Read less...<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/p>\n
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David Ransom<\/strong>
<\/em>Outside Counsel<\/em><\/p>\nDavid Ransom is a top advisor on issues involving tax policy and tax administration, with an extensive knowledge of excise taxes. David also has significant experience advocating in Congress and federal regulatory agencies on a broad array of issues, including financial services, energy and the environment, and trade issues. He develops and executes strategies alongside clients\u2019 senior leadership to turn executive concerns into action on Capitol Hill and with regulatory agencies. He also has extensive experience helping stakeholders navigate congressional investigations and inquiries.<\/p>\n
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Lauren N. Hancock<\/strong>
Outside Counsel<\/em><\/p>\nLauren Hancock is an attorney and federal policy strategist with deep expertise in tax legislation and regulation. She advances complex government revenue priorities through targeted advocacy and stakeholder mobilization. At the heart of her approach is a commitment to grassroots engagement\u2014leveraging the voices and experiences of small business owners to shape federal policy outcomes. Her work bridges legal analysis with strategic outreach, ensuring that clients\u2019 tax compliance initiatives are both technically sound and lawmaker supported.<\/p>\n
Lauren most recently led the federal tax and financial services policy portfolios for the nation\u2019s leading small business advocacy organization. In this role, she oversaw top legislative priorities and coordinated cross-functional teams to influence federal decision-making. She engaged with lawmakers, crafted testimony for congressional hearings and managed government affairs teams to advance small business interests.<\/p>\n
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Jared J. Jones<\/strong>
Outside Counsel<\/em><\/p>\nBrings over a decade of tax law and policy experience with insider\u2019s knowledge of all three branches of the federal government. Negotiated key provisions of the Tax Cuts Jobs Act (TCJA) as a senior Senate staffer, clerked for two judges on the U.S. Tax Court and served as a subject matter expert at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Office of Chief Counsel.<\/p>\n
Jared Jones is a seasoned tax lawyer with experience writing, enforcing and interpreting legislation related to all aspects of the U.S. tax code. He leverages his experience drafting tax legislation, litigating tax controversies and advising on the complexities of regulatory enforcement. He draws on this range of experience to bring panoramic insights to the development of actionable government relations strategies for his clients.<\/p>\n
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<\/strong>Charles D. (\u201cSkip\u201d) Fox IV<\/strong>
Treasurer and Assistant Secretary<\/em><\/p>\nSkip Fox is a retired McGuire Woods LLP partner. While at McGuireWoods, Skip served as chair of the firm\u2019s Tax and Employee Benefits Department and Private Wealth Services Group. Skip was on the faculty of the American Bankers Association\u2019s National Trust Schools from 1987 to 2021. He was an Adjunct Professor at Northwestern University School of Law from 1983 to 2005 and an Adjunct Professor at the University of Virginia School of Law from 2006 to 2021. Prior to retirement, Skip spoke extensively around the country on estate planning topics and was the co-presenter for over twenty years of the monthly teleconference series on estate planning and fiduciary law issues sponsored by the American Bankers Association. Skip has contributed articles to numerous publications and is the author or co-author of seven books on estate planning topics.<\/p>\n
Skip is a Fellow and Past President of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel. Skip received his A.B. from Princeton, his M.A. from Yale, and his J.D. from the University of Virginia. Skip\u2019s wife, Beth, is a retired trust officer and they have two sons, Quent and Elm.<\/p>\n
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John Gugliada
<\/strong>Director of Engagement<\/em><\/p>\nHe is an experienced Executive who partners with CEOs of both large and small businesses. John holds an MBA from the University of Hartford and has accumulated years of hands-on experience through his involvement in his own family-owned business, as well as several other family-owned businesses throughout the U.S. He has also collaborated closely with family business centers and trade organizations further deepening his understanding of the unique dynamics and governance challenges within family enterprises.<\/p>\n
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Robert Z. Chew
<\/strong>National Communications & Public Relations<\/em><\/p>\nRobert Z. Chew is an author, speaker, leadership training coach, and marketing communications expert. Currently, he develops marketing communications programs, content development, advertising, and public relations for Family Enterprise USA and Policy and Taxation Group.<\/p>\n
Bob has been in the leadership development and marketing communications industry for 30 years and has worked for some of the largest advertising agencies and brands in the world, including Toyota, Singapore Airlines, Coca-Cola, and GE. He has written seven books, has taught at UCLA Extension for over 20 years, and is a regular leadership guest lecturer at such institutions as the University of Southern California and California State University.<\/p>\n
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He developed his expertise for management and leadership communications while working for major advertising and public relations agencies and helping major global brands develop and market their key brand messages. He was Executive Vice President and Board Member at two of the largest public relations firms in the world, Burson- Marsteller and Grey Advertising\u2019s GCI Group. In addition, he has been a partner and senior leadership executive with automotive, chemical, and energy management consulting firms. He has lived and worked in New York, Singapore, Chicago, and is now based in Los Angeles.<\/p>\n
Bob has been an editor, columnist, and publisher and has written for Advertising Age, Time.com, and numerous trade journals. His books on marketing, communications training, and business include Point of You, StoryPilot, SlideStar, and The Fundamentals of Public Relations.<\/p>\n
\u201cMy approach to communications effectiveness is based on find the story that engages audiences most effectively, which is especially important in this age of digital and online influencing,\u201d he says. \u201cIt\u2019s about finding your unique point of view and then being able to deliver it with high-impact. The tools I\u2019ve developed can make sales forces, senior executives, and individuals the most powerful communicators and leaders they can be.\u201d<\/p>\n
As well as consulting, marketing, public relations, training, and teaching leadership techniques, Bob travels the country giving workshops. He is a graduate of Ohio State University and is an artist in his time off.
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Loren Nelson
<\/strong>National Communications & Marketing<\/em><\/p>\nLoren oversees the organization\u2019s communications strategy, messaging, and digital media operations, including social media engagement and content distribution.<\/p>\n
Throughout his career, Loren has worked with companies of all sizes – from local businesses to Fortune 100 corporations – leading teams of over 2,000 managers, supervisors, and field personnel. Prior to founding his own ventures, he began his career in market operations, managing hiring, training, and execution of local marketing strategies.<\/p>\n
With over 30 years of experience in communications, marketing, and strategic messaging, Loren has helped organizations across sectors harness the power of digital media to achieve their business goals.
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His expertise spans local, state, and national markets, with clients in industries including healthcare, politics, manufacturing, retail, finance, legal, hospitality, sports, real estate, nonprofit, and early-stage startups.<\/p>\n
Outside of work, Loren is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys hiking, racing outrigger canoes, photography, and giving back through volunteer service.
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Uma Kakani
<\/strong>Executive Assistant<\/em><\/p>\nUma Kakani has worked with family businesses for over 15 years, bringing extensive experience in addressing the unique opportunities and challenges these businesses face. She has collaborated closely with CEOs and executives, helping them increase productivity, streamline operations, and achieve their strategic goals.<\/p>\n
As a passionate advocate for small businesses and family enterprises, Uma has dedicated her career to empowering these organizations to thrive. She is now thrilled to bring her expertise and commitment to Family Enterprise USA, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting family businesses across the nation. Uma looks forward to contributing to its mission of driving awareness and advocacy for this vital sector of the economy.<\/p>\n
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