John Orlando Email & Phone Number

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

John founded and is principal of Point52 Group, an independent advisory firm providing long-range strategic advice on regulatory issues, legislative strategy, and crisis management.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Chief lobbyist and member of the executive management team, involved with and keenly aware of all aspects of the global business in a rapidly changing industry. Oversaw the development and execution of public policy as well as the legislative and regulatory agenda. Lead liaison with Congress, the executive branch, and regulatory agencies. Advised senior management on potential effects of legislation, regulatory rulemaking, and administration initiatives. Rejoined CBS as it separated from Viacom in January 2006. Reported to CEO. Managed DC team and a $4M+ budget.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Executive Vice President, Government Relations (2002-2005) and prior to that Senior Vice President, External Relations (2000-2002). Lead legislative advocate responsible for formulating and implementing public policy and government relations objectives while balancing the collective interests of the US radio and television industry. Coordinated and implemented industry and external public service initiatives, including a multimillion-dollar DTV consumer awareness campaign. Managed NAB’s multimillion-dollar Political Action Committee. Reported to Chief Executive Officer and Board. Managed the Association lobbying staff and a $5M budget.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Managed CBS’s DC government relations operations. Spearheaded all aspects of CBS’s day-to-day government relations, including representation of the corporation’s interests before Congress, the executive branch, and the FCC. Collaborated in the development and implementation of a successful strategy to obtain regulatory approval for the merger of CBS, Infinity, and American Radio Systems, as well as the CBS/Viacom merger.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Principal and Vice President in one of Washington's leading advocacy firms. Provided advocacy, representation, and analysis of legislation and regulations for Fortune 500 clients from diverse industries as well as major trade associations. Advocated before Congress, the Executive Branch, and various regulatory agencies.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Managed over 100 person staff of the House Energy and Commerce Committee and over 25 person staff of the Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee during an era that included a major rewrite of the Clean Air Act of 1990, the 1992 Consumer Protection and Competition Act, and work that led to the Telecom Act of 1996, in addition to major legislation on healthcare, securities, environmental, and energy issues. Coordinated consideration of all legislation before the Committee. Principal advisor to Chairman Dingell on key initiatives before Congress and their potential political and legislative ramifications.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Top staff member for Represenative John Dingell. Managed Congressional office in Washington, DC, and two district offices in Michigan. Served as a liaison on behalf of Represenative Dingell with various Michigan constituent and interest groups. Coordinated activities with other Michigan Congressional and Senate offices. Monitored Michigan political activity and its impact.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Held numerous positions of increasing responsibility and as the DCCC grew into a major national political force. Managed and coordinated staff and the day-to-day operations.