RDL & Associates, LLC assists clients seeking solutions to public policy issues, strategic communications and grassroots engagement. With nearly 30 years of background and expertise in public policy development and analysis, as well as experience in the public and private sectors, Dave has an understanding of the issues and the ability to manage projects to achieve client objectives. His unique blend of experience benefits his clients on numerous levels. He has a broad range of contacts at the federal, regional and state levels and he has developed relationships with key leaders in production agriculture, the renewable energy sector, agribusiness, financial institutions, state and federal government and Capitol Hill. Dave is also President & Co-Founder of the Minnesota Industrial Hemp Association, a broad coalition of businesses and individuals who advocate for the re-emerging industrial hemp sector from field to consumer.Dave is often looked to for his expertise regarding the political landscape, especially agricultural and rural issues. He has also served as a consultant to numerous state and federal candidates.Specialties: Policy development and analysis, coalition development, grassroots advocacy, online outreach, strategic communications, message development and delivery, relationship management.
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PresidentRdl & Associates Llc Mar 2011 - PresentGreater Minneapolis-St. Paul AreaRDL & Associates assists clients seeking solutions to public policy issues, the utilization of digital media and maximizing grassroots engagement. We contribute strategic advice to a wide range of organizations as an expert consultant to our clients, including; government relations, message development, strategic communications, grassroots advocacy, project design and online outreach.RDL & Associates leverages a vast network of Federal, state and local stakeholders to assist clients in establishing new opportunities for their customers or members via the building of strategic alliances and cross-sector coalitions.Past and current clients have included - AgriLogic Insurance Services, Al-Corn, Angie's Artisan Treats, Coalition for Safe Affordable Food, Dow AgroSciences, FleishmanHillard, Fears Nachawati, PLLC, 40 Square Cooperative Solutions, Iowa State Dairy Association, Minnesota Agricultural Water Resource Center, Minnesota FFA Foundation, Minnesota Industrial Hemp Association, Minnesota Milk Producers Association, South Dakota Dairy Producers, Viroment, Wisconsin Dairy Business Association.
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Head Football Coach - FreshmenThomas Jefferson High School Jul 2018 - PresentBloomington, Mn
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Youth Development CoachMinnesota Vikings Mar 2022 - PresentEagan, Mn -
Strategic Communications ConsultantHowling For Wolves Jun 2022 - Feb 2024Hopkins, Minnesota, United States -
Co-Founder & PrincipalHeartland Advocates Llc Dec 2016 - Apr 2023Washington D.C. Metro Area And Greater Minneapolis - St. Paul AreaHeartland Advocates was founded by Fred Starzyk and Dave Ladd, both of whom have decades of experience in public policy, government relations and strategic communications. Heartland's unique business model provides a Federal and State government affairs and strategic communications service that touches every corner of the United States.Heartland Advocates leverages decades of experience on behalf of agriculture and rural America and creates additional opportunities and efficiencies for clients. Our hands-on approach allows clients to be engaged in all aspects of government affairs and strategic communications while helping them manage their political capital effectively and efficiently.In today’s policy environment, a strategic and tactical communications and government relations plan allows for an organization to effectively hit the ground running at the federal, state and local levels of government and across business sectors.While Heartland Advocates specializes in agricultural public policy and issues management, we are not limited to these issues. We can help where the trade associations can’t on a wide-range of topics. We can get to the specifics, the heart of an issue, and advocate for our clients on a more personal level.
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Assistant Football CoachSt. Louis Park Public Schools Jun 2014 - Dec 2015St. Louis Park, Mn -
Assistant Football CoachBloomington Kennedy High School Jun 2013 - Dec 2013Bloomington, Mn
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Manager Of Government AffairsAgribank (St. Paul, Mn) Dec 2000 - Aug 2011St. Paul, MnApprised Chief Executive Officer, Senior Management Team and Board of Directors of policy, legislation and legislative developments. Successfully represented the legislative interests of AgriBank, FCB and the AgriBank District Farm Credit Council before members of Congress, as well as other banks within the Farm Credit System. A proven strategist and tactician who has developed and implemented numerous legislative initiatives. Successfully managed and directed the 15-state AgriBank District’s Political Action Committee activities in relation to Farm Credit PAC.Upon completion of the merger between AgriBank, FCB and Farm Credit Services of America, successfully integrated the government affairs functions of both institutions. -
Senior Policy AdvisorUnited States Senate Feb 1995 - Dec 2000Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul AreaResponsible for policy evaluation and development, drafting of floor statements, outreach coordination, and the management of cross-sector coalitions. Managed political capital in the development and presentation of the Senator's policy agenda. -
Personal AssistantUnited States Senate Mar 1991 - Jan 1995Washington D.C. Metro Area
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Legislative InternU.S. House Of Representatives Mar 1990 - Jun 1990Washington D.C. Metro Area
Dave L. Education Details
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Master Of Arts -
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Hutchinson (Mn) High SchoolHigh School Diploma
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Dave L.'s current role is President.
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Dave L. attended Hamline University, Minnesota State University Moorhead, Humphrey School Of Public Affairs, Hutchinson (Mn) High School.
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