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Stephanie D. Vance, also known as the “Advocacy Guru”, is the author of five books on effective advocacy, including Citizens in Action: A Guide to Influencing Government and the Washington Bestseller The Influence Game.
She’s a 35-year veteran of the Washington, D.C. political scene and has held positions as a lobbyist, grassroots consultant and Congressional aide. Stephanie’s experiences as a legislative director and Chief of Staff on Capitol Hill led her to found Advocacy Associates, a firm dedicated to helping individuals and organizations be both heard and agreed with in the legislative environment.
Ms. Vance served as an adjunct professor at George Washington University’s Graduate School of Political Management and holds a Master’s Degree in Legislative Affairs from George Washington University, a Master’s Degree in Liberal Studies at Georgetown University, and a Master’s Degree in Fine Arts from Western State Colorado University.
