Ballard Global Alliance (BGA)

A New Era in Government Relations and Public Affairs

Ballard Partners proudly announces the expansion of the Ballard Global Alliance (BGA), a pioneering network delivering unparalleled government relations and public affairs services across key international markets. Through strategic alliances with KyodoPR in Japan, SABI Strategy Group in the United Kingdom, The GR Company in South Korea, Cefeidas Group in Latin America, MAIM Group in Italy, Esfera in Brazil, Global Nexus in Mexico City, Forward Global with offices in Paris and Brussels, TG Public Affairs based in Canberra, Azerta in Chile and Peru, and Alber & Geiger in the European Union. BGA provides clients with access to world-class expertise and insights across critical global regions.

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UNMATCHED GLOBAL EXPERTISE

Global Expertise at Your Fingertips with the Ballard Global Alliance

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Global Reach

Gain access to a network of seasoned professionals with deep local knowledge and relationships in key markets worldwide.

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Seamless Service

Experience coordinated and integrated support across borders, ensuring consistent and efficient service for your global initiatives.

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Strategic Expertise

Receive expert guidance on navigating the complexities of political, regulatory, and public affairs challenges in multiple regions.

OUR COMMITMENT TO GLOBAL PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Leveraging Strategic Partnerships for Unmatched Expertise

Through the Ballard Global Alliance (BGA), Ballard Partners has formed exclusive partnerships with KyodoPR in Japan, SABI Strategy Group in the United Kingdom, The GR Company in the Republic of Korea, Cefeidas Group in Latin America, MAIM Group in Italy, Esfera in Brazil, Global Nexus in Mexico City, Forward Global with offices in Paris and Brussels, TG Public Affairs based in Canberra, Azerta in Chile and Peru, and Alber & Geiger in the European Union. These strategic alliances empower our clients with access to top-tier government relations and public affairs services across key international markets.

By combining Ballard Partners’ bipartisan team in Washington, D.C., with the local expertise of KyodoPR, SABI Strategy Group, The GR Company, Cefeidas Group, MAIM Group, Esfera, Global Nexus, Forward Global, TG Public Affairs, Azerta, and Alber & Geiger we provide our clients with the insights and strategies necessary to navigate complex regulatory environments and achieve their business objectives on a global scale.

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    BI-WEEKLY SNAPSHOT

    Insight and analysis on key developments across Latin America.

    This edition covers elections in Honduras and Chile, Bolivia’s new government, U.S.–Brazil trade momentum, shifting U.S.–Colombia relations, regional security developments, and new U.S. trade agreements across Latin America.

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    OUR STRATEGIC PARTNERS

    BGA

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    SABI Strategy Group
    (United Kingdom)

    Founded in 2015, SABI Strategy Group is a leading strategic communications firm based in London. SABI specializes in public relations, campaign management, research, and government advocacy, catering to a diverse clientele, including governments, political parties, multinational corporations, development organizations, and family offices.

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    KyodoPR
    (Japan)

    As Japan’s premier public affairs firm, KyodoPR provides top-tier strategic communication and government relations counsel. With a profound understanding of the Japanese political environment, KyodoPR has a proven track record of executing effective communication campaigns for both domestic and international clients.

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    GR Company
    (Republic of Korea)

    As Korea’s leading public affairs firm, The GR Company specializes in strategic government relations counsel, regulatory expertise, and public affairs campaigns. With a profound understanding of the Korean political landscape, GR Company excels at providing clients with access to key decision-makers and effective advocacy strategies in Korea and beyond.

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    Cefeidas Group
    (Latin America)

    Based in Argentina, Cefeidas Group is a leading public affairs and strategic advisory firm with deep expertise in Latin America. Specializing in public policy, regulatory affairs, and crisis management, Cefeidas helps clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes and build strategic relationships across the region.

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    MAIM Group (Italy)

    MAIM Group is a top public affairs and media relations firm in Italy, specializing in government relations and regulatory affairs. As part of the Ballard Global Alliance, it provides clients with strategic counsel and access to key decision-makers in the Italian market.

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    Esfera (Brazil)

    Based in São Paulo, Esfera Brazil is a leading civic organization and think tank focused on public affairs, policy analysis, and economic insight. Through its partnership with Ballard Partners, Esfera offers clients strategic support in intra-hemispheric advocacy, market access, and cross-border collaboration. With deep expertise in Brazil’s political and regulatory environment, Esfera empowers clients to navigate complex challenges and seize opportunities across the Western Hemisphere.

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    Global Nexus (Mexico City)

    Global Nexus, LLC is a government and public affairs advisory firm based in Mexico City and Washington, D.C. The firm provides strategic counsel on public policy, legislative monitoring, crisis management, and geopolitical risk, helping clients navigate complex political environments across the United States and Latin America.

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    Forward Global

    Based in Washington, Paris, and Brussels, Ballard Partners and Forward Global have launched a strategic partnership uniting leading lobbying expertise with geopolitical risk advisory and public affairs. The collaboration expands Ballard’s presence in Europe while enhancing Forward’s U.S. footprint, offering seamless coordination across borders. Through this alliance, clients gain integrated counsel on trade, technology, sanctions, and regulatory issues, supported by a novel dual-partner structure that ensures consistent strategy across the Atlantic.

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    Public Affairs

    Based in Canberra, TG Public Affairs is a premier government relations and strategic advisory firm. Renowned for its deep expertise within the Australian political and regulatory landscape, the firm empowers clients to navigate complex policy environments and foster strategic relationships with key decision-makers. Through this alliance, TG Public Affairs provides clients with seamless advocacy and operational capacity across the dynamic Asia-Pacific market.

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    Azerta (Chile and Peru)

    Based in Santiago with a strong presence across Chile and Peru, Azerta is a leading public affairs and strategic communications firm in Latin America. The firm specializes in government relations, public policy, regulatory strategy, and corporate communications, advising companies navigating complex political and institutional environments. Through its partnership with Ballard Partners, Azerta enhances cross-border advocacy and strategic coordination, connecting regional stakeholders with key decision-makers in Washington and global policy centers.

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    Alber & Geiger

    Based in Brussels, Alber & Geiger is a leading European government relations law firm specializing in EU regulatory intelligence, government relations, and strategic advocacy. With deep expertise in the European political and regulatory landscape, Alber & Geiger helps clients navigate complex policy environments and engage key decision-makers across the European Union.

    Let’s Work Together

    Whether you’re navigating the complexities of the American, Latin American, Korean, Japanese, British, Italian, Australian, or European Union markets, our strategic alliances provide you with unparalleled expertise and insight. Through the Ballard Global Alliance, we offer tailored government relations and public affairs strategies to help you achieve your business objectives across the Pacific, Atlantic, and beyond. Connect with us to explore how we can support your global initiatives with seamless service and expert guidance.

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