Washington, D.C. Ballard Partners, a leading international public affairs and lobbying firm, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Azerta, a premier public affairs and communications firm with presence in Chile and Peru. The collaboration marks a significant step in Ballard Partners’ continued international expansion and strengthens its ability to advise clients navigating the political, regulatory, and commercial landscape of Latin America.

The partnership integrates Azerta into the Ballard Global Alliance, Ballard Partners’ international network of trusted advisory partners. 

“We are proud to welcome Azerta into the Ballard Global Alliance as we continue building a world-class advocacy network across borders. Latin America represents a dynamic region of opportunity, and Azerta’s relationships make them an ideal partner as we expand our ability to serve clients in these critical markets,” said Brian Ballard, President of Ballard Partners.

Together, Ballard Partners and Azerta will offer a comprehensive suite of government relations and advisory services, including:

• Public policy advocacy before legislative and regulatory bodies
• Regulatory strategy and compliance guidance
• Public affairs and strategic communications initiatives
• Crisis management and reputation advisory
• International market entry and investment consulting

 Through this partnership, Azerta will be able to engage with U.S. policy institutions, international decision-makers, and global commercial opportunities.

“Latin America is increasingly shaped by global policy dynamics, and companies operating in the region need advisors who understand both the local landscape and the international policy environment. Through this partnership with Ballard Partners, we are strengthening our ability to connect our clients with key decision-makers in Washington and other global capitals, while bringing deep regional insight into Chile and Peru. Together, we can help organizations navigate complexity and unlock new opportunities across the Americas,” said Cristina Bitar, Founding Partner of Azerta.

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This collaboration represents the latest milestone for the Ballard Global Alliance and reaffirms Ballard Partners’ commitment to providing clients with the strategic counsel and connectivity needed to succeed in today’s complex policy environment.