Scott D. Hatch (Lobbyist, Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP)

Scott D. Hatch, is a Managing Director in the Federal Government Affairs and Public Policy practice of Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP, based in the firm's Washington, D.C. office. (Not to be confused with Scott D. Hatch, the lobbyist with Walker, Martin & Hatch and the son of Senator Orrin Hatch).

A seasoned Washington operative, Mr. Hatch has counseled leaders ranging from those at the highest levels of Congress to rock stars. Known for his ability to navigate the corridors of power and his astute relationship building skills, Mr. Hatch guides his clients with innovative, forward thinking strategies. Mr. Hatch specializes in legislative and political advocacy as well as strategic brand positioning.

Mr. Hatch counsels clients in a broad array of industries, including those in the nonprofit, international, defense, aerospace, healthcare and technology fields. In doing so, he applies his managerial expertise, strategic planning and legislative/political skills in assisting corporations and nonprofit organizations to achieve their strategic interests before the U.S. Congress, White House and executive branch agencies.

Capitol Management Initiatives
Prior to joining Manatt, Mr. Hatch was the founder and managing partner of Capitol Management Initiatives (CMI), a Washington, D.C. lobbying and consulting firm. He founded CMI in 2001 when approached by Bono, the lead singer of the band U2, to represent his antipoverty foundation, now known as the ONE Campaign. He worked closely with Bono on many initiatives, and most notably facilitated a bipartisan agreement between the White House and Congress on both passing and funding the historic $39 billion President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) legislation.

Previous Experience: Chief Floor Assistant to the Majority Whip, Executive Director of NRCC
Prior to CMI, Mr. Hatch spent years strengthening his political, messaging, and lobbying skills through various emerging roles in the government, political, and association arenas. As Chief Floor Assistant to the Majority Whip of the U.S. House of Representatives, he developed a detailed working knowledge of legislative and parliamentary processes, serving as the Whip's "eyes and ears" on the floor of Congress. His success in assisting with the passage of major legislative initiatives was attributed to his exceptional political instincts and vote-counting ability.

At the age of 30, Mr. Hatch was selected by the Republican House leaders to serve as the Executive Director of the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC), the youngest in its history. Honing both his strategic planning and operational management skills during his service in this position, Mr. Hatch led a staff of 60 professionals and managed a budget of $55 million, overhauled the committee's operations, and shattered previous fundraising records.

Mr. Hatch also served as a Presidential appointee in the George H.W. Bush administration, working in the Office of Congressional and Intergovernmental Affairs at the U.S. General Services Administration. This was followed by his work with the world's largest federation of businesses, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, where he helped to advocate for the organization's policy priorities as a member of the Congressional and Public Affairs lobbying team. A tested communications tactician with senior-level dealings in the national media, Mr. Hatch is known for his proactive messaging techniques and his crisis communication management skills. He has been profiled in numerous articles, including a Washington Post Magazine cover story entitled "The Insider," which praised his judgment, relationship-building skills, and ability to maneuver within the legislative process. Further, Roll Call newspaper repeatedly recognized him as one of the "50 Most Powerful and Influential Staffers in Washington." He serves as a guest lecturer, panelist and advisor before conferences and in private discussions with corporate and nonprofit leaders.