Project Description: Here is a research document/ project on National Journals new

initiative.
1. National Journal's Network Science Initiative (NSI)

Description (From JAZZ): National Journal Research is launching its latest venture called the
Network Science Initiative. The new service will focus on identifying connections between
individuals and entities that shape public policy in industries like Healthcare, Energy,
Finance, and others. Our team of analysts will partner with corporations, associations, and non-
profits to create maps that highlight connections among the top 1,000 to 2,000 significant shapers
of public policy in a particular terrain.

Overview

o This program that seeks to analyze and map out the connections among
different organizations that influence how leaders arrive at decisions or
introduce new policies so lobbyists can focus time and effort on fewer, more im-
pactful meetings

o Identifies the key influencers and decision makers, and those who influence
them

o Identify the strongest chains of influence leading from each partner to key de-
cision makersfrom think tanks, media, and academia to congressional offices
and agencies

o We figure out every relationship and the strength of those relationships to

help identify the entire sphere of influentials.

o Whether your organization is facing onerous legislation, shifting priorities, ex-

ternal validation of your outreach strategy, or simply pushing ahead of the com-
petition, the Network Science Initiative offers a comprehensive blueprint of your
issues relevant spheres of influence.

Methods

o Network science is a relatively new academic discipline that has grown out of
digital advances in data collection, which allow for more sophisticated
analysis through different digital techniques.

o Using the highest quality qualitative interviews and rigorous quantitative analysis
we deliver you the most robust and complete map to success.

o The Network Science Initiative applies a proven network science methodology,

already in use within epidemiology and counterterrorism.
 o Sheds light into the black box of unknown influencers in the White House
and agencies to find professional staff that are driving policy implementation.
o Detects unknown quiet voices, silent influencers and strange bedfellows who can
bolster or hinder policy objectives from think tanks, academia and media posi-
tions.
Deliverables
o Provides the following deliverables across the lifecycle of an engagement:
Network Maps: Hub-and-spoke graphics that illustrate the key stakehold-
ers, their level of influence and how they are connected to each other.
People Profiles: Digestible analysis of each influential in the map in rank
order by issue most influential, informal power, subject-matter expert,
quiet voices.
Executive Summary and Briefings: White-label presentations on find-
ings intended to be distributed to client stakeholders, on-site briefings and
presentations.

Management

o Luke Hartig ( Executive Director)

Previously served as Senior Director for Counterterrorism at the National

Security Council (NSC), where he was responsible for advising White
House leadership on counterterrorism matters and co-managing the NSCs
counterterrorism policy and analysis team. Luke also served in positions at
the State Department, Office of Management and Budget, Government
Accountability Office, and U.S. Forces Afghanistan. He was a Presidential
Management Fellow and began his career as a Peace Corps volunteer in
Guatemala.
Websites

o https://www.nationaljournal.com/bp/642867/network-science-initiative?
mref=recommended-6

o https://www.nationaljournal.com/bp/617027/national-journals-network-science-
initiative-charter-partnership

2. Summarize qualities they are looking for in a Research Analyst:

The ideal candidate
o Have the ability to deeply understand the research
o Execute against tight deadlines to develop intellectually challenging deliverables
Qualities
o A highly analytical, natural problem solver
o The ability to highlight key insights within a complex set of data and
information, and then clearly explain these insights to potential clients
o A skilled project manager
 managing competing priorities and adhering to timelines
o A strong writer able to clearly frame issues for a variety of audiences
o An interest in intellectually rigorous work focused on the business of
Washington government affairs offices
o An individual with experience in at least one of the following domains
Strategy consulting
Business research
Government affairs consulting
Policy analysis
Capitol Hill
Political science research
Executive agency policymaking
Data science
Position in Brief
o National Journal Analysts lead key parts of each Network Science engagement
Identifying patterns
Helping us refine the product
Delivering value to our member organization
o Analysts will work directly with senior leaders in National Journal

o Provide insight to the most influential government affairs professionals in

Washington

2. Other DC/MD/VA companies that might have good potential candidates

Practice areas:

o tax

o labor

o economics

o health policy

o higher education

EAB

o Description: We start by forging and finding best practices to address

educations top challenges with research forums dedicated to presidents,
provosts, chief business officers, and many other key academic and administrative
leaders. Through these forums, we provide peer-tested research that answers
educations most pressing issues.
 o Website: https://www.eab.com/research-and-insights

The Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)

o Description: HERC is a non-profit consortium of over 700 colleges, universities,

hospitals, research labs, government agencies, and related non- and for-profit
organizations. Consortium members share a commitment to hiring the most
diverse and talented faculty, staff, and executives.

o Website: http://www.hercjobs.org/about_herc/

Institute for Higher Learning Policy

o Description: As a nonpartisan global research and policy center, the Institute for
Higher Education Policy (IHEP) serves as a resource for government agencies,
higher education organizations, philanthropic foundations, and others committed
to increasing access and success in postsecondary education.
IHEP innovates, educates and leadsoffering policy recommendations and
unique research in order to foster solutions to the access and success challenges
facing todays students

o Website: http://www.ihep.org/about-ihep/what-we-do

The Pell Institute for the Study of Opportunity in Higher Education

o Description: Description: The Pell Institute for the Study of Opportunity in

Higher Education, sponsored by the Council for Opportunity in Education,
conducts and disseminates research and policy analysis to encourage
policymakers, educators, and the public to improve educational opportunities and
outcomes for low-income, first-generation, and disabled college students. The Pell
Institute is the first research institute to specifically examine the issues affecting
educational opportunity for this growing population. Click here to learn more
about the Pell Institute, including our mission, purpose, goals, and history.

o Website: http://www.pellinstitute.org

LEIDOS

o Description: To be the global leader in the integration and application of

information, technology, and systems to solve critical customer problems. We will
deliver innovative solutions and services through the collaboration of our diverse
and talented employees. We will empower our workforce, contribute to our
communities, and operate sustainably.

o Website: https://www.leidos.com/about/mission
 Atlas Research

o Description: Even within the Atlas walls, research is always central to what we
do. Like many of our clients, our internal decisions are driven by a thorough
examination of data. From client surveys to internal focus groups, we use our own
research to uncover key evidence-based insights that help fuel our growth in the
areas that matter most to us and our clients.

o Website: http://www.atlasresearch.us

Center for American Progress

o Description: The Center for American Progress is an independent nonpartisan

policy institute that is dedicated to improving the lives of all Americans, through
bold, progressive ideas, as well as strong leadership and concerted action. Our
aim is not just to change the conversation, but to change the country.

o Website: https://www.americanprogress.org/about/staff/

ERS Group
o Description: Whether providing expert testimony, discussing an economic
analysis with clients, or speaking before professional organizations, ERS Groups
economic consultants explain the methodology used in their analyses and the
implications of the results in clear and concise terms. Our experts know that that
for economic research and statistical analysis to have an impact, interpretations of
their studies need to be understood.

o Website: http://www.ersgroup.com/index.html

CEPR
o Organization Description: CEPR conducts both professional research and
public education so that the public is better prepared to choose among the various
policy options. The professional research is oriented towards filling important
gaps in the understanding of particular economic and social problems, or the
impact of specific policies, both domestically and globally. The public education
portion of CEPR's mission is to present the findings of professional research, both
by CEPR and others, in a manner that allows broad segments of the public to
know exactly what is at stake in major policy debates. As part of its public
education initiative, CEPR utilizes research findings and analysis to challenge the
myths, assumptions, policies and institutions that perpetuate economic and social
inequality.

o Website: http://cepr.net/about-us/jobs/internships/

LexisNexis
 o Description: LexisNexis is a leader in providing essential information to help
customers across industry and government assess, predict and manage risk.
Combining cutting-edge technology, unique data and advanced scoring analytics,
we provide products and services that address evolving client needs in the risk
sector while upholding the highest standards of security and privacy.

o https://www.lexisnexis.com/risk/about/

American Institutes for Research

o Description: AIR is one of the world's largest behavioral and social science
research and evaluation organizations. Our overriding goal is to use the best
science available to bring the most effective ideas and approaches to enhancing
everyday life. For us, making the world a better place is not wishful thinking. It is
the goal that drives us.
o Website: http://www.air.org/about-us
Greenberg Quilan Rosner Research
o Description: For over three decades, we have used sophisticated polling and
opinion research to help leading candidates, parties, government leaders,
corporations, and advocacy groups across the United States and around the world.
Whether you want to win your election, govern your country, raise your
profitability, or change the world, Greenberg Quinlan Rosner has the research and
strategies to help you succeed.
o Website: http://www.gqrr.com/#who-we-are
Edge Research
o Description: Leave the stats and analysis to us. Working in partnership with you,
well get to know your world and your specific objectives, and then develop a
tailored research approach. We provide partner-level attention throughout the
process and deliver reports that tell a clear, actionable story and embolden your
organization to make data-driven business decisions.We help clients of all sizes
uncover the insights needed to make their products and programs successful. Let
us design the right approach for you.
o Website: http://www.edgeresearch.com/services/
Hanover Research
o Description: Hanover Research provides high quality, custom research and
analytics through a cost-effective model that helps clients in the corporate,
education, and healthcare sectors make informed decisions, identify and seize
opportunities, and heighten their effectiveness.
o Website: http://www.hanoverresearch.com/about/advantage/
Wakefield Research
o Description: Wakefield Research is a market research consultancy specializing in
strategic and tactical research for corporations and organizations throughout the
Americas, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Our staff has the classical
training of career researchers, but they have also worked in public relations firms,
marketing and ad agencies, news organizations, political communications
companies, and non-profit organizations. This uniquely valuable background
 informs the marketing and positioning of some of the most prominent brands in
the marketplace.
o Website: http://www.wakefieldresearch.com
KRC Research
o Description: KRC Research is a full service global public opinion research
consultancy and a member of the Interpublic Group (IPG) of companies. Our
global quantitative and qualitative market research solutions help inform strategic
decisions, optimize strategies, fuel thought leadership, and drive headlines. By
using proven methodologies and pulling from over 30 years of experience
interpreting consumer feedback, we deliver meaningful insights and actionable
recommendations to our clients around the globe.
o Website: http://www.krcresearch.com

3. Associations that cover tax, labor, economics, health policy, and higher education

i.e. American Diabetes Assoc, Brookings Institute, National Association of Manufacturers

National Tax Association

o Description: Founded in 1907, the National Tax Association serves as the leading
association of scholars and professionals dedicated to advancing the theory and
practice of public finance, including public taxing, spending and borrowing. The
National Tax Association is a nonpartisan, nonpolitical educational association. As
a 501(c)(3) organization, the NTA does not promote any particular tax program or
policy. The enormous public benefit that can come from sound tax policy and
wise administration of public finances is a prime reason for the work of NTA.
o Website: https://www.ntanet.org
The Tax Council

o Description: The Tax Council is a non-profit, membership-based organization

promoting sound tax and fiscal policies since 1966. We are based in Washington,
DC our nations capital. Our membership is comprised of (but not limited to)
Fortune 500 companies, leading accounting and law firms, and major trade
associations. We provide a regular forum (luncheons and conferences) for our
members to meet with key tax policy decision makers from the U.S. Congress to
discuss important current tax issues; sponsor an annual three-day Spring Tax
Policy Conference; and develop tax policy information and positions for public
dissemination.

o Website: http://www.thetaxcouncil.org

Metro Washington Council AFL-CIO

o Description: As the voice of working people in local communities across the

United States, the AFL-CIO Central Labor Councils are the heart of the American
 labor movement. By uniting the labor movement and mobilizing the local
community, the Councils play a critical role on local, state and national issues as
we work to accomplish our mission To organize in the community to promote
social justice for all working people.

o Website: http://www.dclabor.org

Fair Labor Association

o Description: The Fair Labor Association believes that all goods should be
produced fairly and ethically, and brings together three key constituencies -
universities, civil society organizations (CSOs) and companies - to find
sustainable solutions to systemic labor issues.

o Website: http://www.fairlabor.org/

National Association for Business Economics (NABE)

o Description: NABE is the premier professional association for business

economists and others who use economics in the workplace. Since 1959, NABE
has attracted the most prominent figures in economics, business, and academia to
its membership with highly-regarded conferences, educational and career
development offerings, industry surveys, and its unrivaled networking
opportunities.

o Website: http://www.nabe.com

American Economic Association (AEA)

o Description: See Official By-Laws of the Association. Established in 1885, the
AEA is a non-profit, non-partisan, scholarly association dedicated to the
discussion and publication of economics research.
o Website: https://www.aeaweb.org/about-aea\
Society of Health Policy Young Professional
o Description: Founded in 2006, the Society of Health Policy Young Professionals
(The Society) is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit, non-partisan, volunteer-led
organization designed to meet the diverse needs of DC-area young professionals
interested in the health, health care, and health policy fields. The Society seeks to
help young professionals forge meaningful and long-term professional
relationships, offer a wealth of career-related information and tools, and provide
regularly scheduled social and career-development events. Our mission is to bring
together professionals in health policy. Our organization seeks to provide
opportunities for networking and professional development to create DCs next
generation of health policy leaders
o Website: http://dchealthpolicy.org/about-us/
The National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP)
 o Description: The National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP) is an
independent academy of state health policymakers. We are dedicated to helping
states achieve excellence in health policy and practice. A non-profit and non-
partisan organization, NASHP provides a forum for constructive work across
branches and agencies of state government on critical health issues.
o Website: http://www.nashp.org
American Council on Education
o Description: ACE is the major coordinating body for the nations colleges and
universities. We represent nearly 1,800 college and university presidents and the
executives at related associations, and are the only major higher education
association to represent all types of U.S. accredited, degree-granting institutions:
two-year and four-year, public and private. Our strength lies in our loyal and
diverse base of member institutions, 75 percent of which have been with ACE for
over 10 years. That loyalty stands as a testament to the value derived from
membership. We convene representatives from all sectors to collectively tackle
the toughest higher education challenges, with a focus on improving access and
preparing every student to succeed.
o Website: http://www.acenet.edu/about-ace/Pages/default.aspx
National Association of College and University Business Officers
o Description: The National Association of College and University Business
Officers (NACUBO) is a membership organization representing more than 2,100
colleges and universities across the country. NACUBO specifically represents
chief business and financial officers through advocacy efforts, community service,
and professional development activities. The association's mission is to advance
the economic viability, business practices and support for higher education
institutions in fulfillment of their missions.
o Website: http://www.nacubo.org
5. Current team members & their career paths:

Luke Hartig
o Executive Director of National Journals Network Science Initiative. Prior
to joining National Journal, Luke served as Senior Director for
Counterterrorism at the National Security Council (NSC), where he was
responsible for advising White House leadership on counterterrorism
matters, co-managing the NSCs counterterrorism policy and analysis team,
and coordinating U.S. Government counterterrorism policy and programs.
Luke previously served as the Deputy Director for Counterterrorism
Operations and as a foreign affairs specialist in the Office of the Secretary
of Defense. Luke has also served in various positions with the State
Department, Office of Management and Budget, Government
Accountability Office, U.S. Forces Afghanistan, and San Diego County.
Luke began his career as a Peace Corps volunteer in Guatemala. Luke holds
a Masters in Public Policy from the Harvard Kennedy School and a B.A. in
International Relations from Boston University. He is a term member of the
Council on Foreign Relations, a fellow at the Truman National Security
 Project, and was named a Next Generation Leader by the Center for a New
American Security in 2013.
Regan Considine
o Associate for National Journal's Network Science Initiative
Adam Sherman
o Analyst for National Journal's Network Science Initiative
Rachel Topazian
o Analyst for National Journal's Network Science Initiative. Prior to joining
National Journal, Rachel conducted bioethics research at the Johns Hopkins
Berman Institute of Bioethics. She is a graduate of Wheaton College, where
she studied Philosophy
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Quinn Hirsch

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