Monument Policy Group and Nyhus Communications Announce Strategic Partnership to Expand Client Service Offerings and Geographic Reach

WASHINGTON and SEATTLE, Feb. 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Monument Policy Group, a leading bipartisan government relations and lobbying firm, and Nyhus Communications, an award-winning strategic communications and advocacy firm, today announced a new partnership that will provide their respective clients with an expanded suite of complementary services.

"In today's 24/7 business and media world, companies need to integrate traditional and new media along with policy and lobbying efforts to be successful," said Tim Punke, partner at Monument Policy Group. "Our partnership with Nyhus allows Monument to increase the capabilities we offer our clients to include a full array of innovative, 2.0 communications, including comprehensive public relations, public affairs, marketing and social media services, which are critical to success in today's marketplace."

A nimble, creative agency, Nyhus Communications provides full-service public relations, public affairs, marketing and social media services to clients around the world. Monument Policy Group is a full-service government affairs and lobbying firm with deep relationships on both sides of the political aisle in Congress, the White House and the Executive Branch. Both firms provide counsel to an array of premier brands in the United States and globally.

In addition to offering complementary skills and services, both firms share an expertise in corporate responsibility as well as strong international capabilities, especially relating to China and Australia, putting them in a unique position to help clients with reputation and international issues.

"Monument Policy Group is one of the leading government affairs and lobbying firms in Washington, D.C., and, together, we offer smart, integrated solutions to our clients," said Roger Nyhus, president and CEO of Nyhus. "The Monument team is an elite bipartisan team with the experience and relationships necessary to address the toughest policy and legislative challenges. By joining forces, Nyhus and Monument offer clients a robust combination of government relations, lobbying, strategic communications and advocacy expertise tailored to meet each client's needs."

The partnership also solidifies both firms' bicoastal operations.

Monument Policy Group was founded in 2006 on the belief that teamwork and creativity are critical to advocacy and policymaking. Whether it is a high-profile legislative fight; a need for timely and useful information about policy developments; a search for federal funding to explore a promising technology; or a response to regulatory activity; Monument can effectively deliver a client's message to key influencers.

Founded in 1994, Nyhus Communications is an award-winning agency providing strategic communications and advocacy services for clients around the world. The well-connected Nyhus team includes specialists in public relations, public affairs, marketing and social media, allowing them to deploy the precise combination of resources needed to best serve each client's unique needs. The agency specializes in integrated campaigns, thought leadership and corporate responsibility, and is known for its candid, strategic and creative approach. Nyhus focuses on personalized customer service, developing true partnerships, and consistently delivering exceptional results.

The firms share offices in Washington, D.C., and Seattle:

For more information, visit www.monumentpolicy.com and www.nyhus.com.

SOURCE Nyhus Communications; Monument Policy Group