Martin
G. Corry, Jr., an attorney
since 1981, specializes in regulatory and legislative issues
on behalf of many Massachusetts "blue chip" entities.
His remarkable record of success is highlighted by the passage
of several major laws that received considerable public
and media attention, such as the Hospital Finance Reform,
the State Police Consolidation Act, the Savings Bank Life
Insurance Law and Electric Deregulation. He is a graduate
of Boston College and Suffolk University Law School.
Due
to the diverse nature of his clients’ interests, Corry
has been able to interact with legislators at the earliest
stages of their careers. By developing a relationship based
upon providing quick and accurate responses to legislative
informational requests, Corry has assisted, among others,
Motorola, Raytheon, and Blue Cross Blue Shield in obtaining
their legislative goals.
His
diligent and aggressive representation of clients' interests
has earned him wide acclaim on Beacon Hill. Corry's insightfulness
is regularly called upon by both Republican and Democratic
legislators, regulators and administration officials for
professional and political advice. His ability to network
with legislative staff personnel affords him access to critical
informational resources which he, in turn, is able to assess
on behalf of his clients. Marty Corry personifies the dynamic
capabilities of his firm.
Allen
R. Larson, an attorney,
MBA and political strategist, brings considerable Federal
credentials to Corry Associates. His service on the U.S.
Senate staff and later as an attorney with the Federal Trade
Commission provides clients of Corry Associates with a broad
spectrum of regulatory and legislative contacts in Washington.
Larson continues to effectively represent AARP and the Edison
Electric Institute on several major regulatory matters in
Washington, D.C.
In
Massachusetts, Larson's successful consulting firm, Enterprise
Management Group (EMG), has provided strategic business
planning for a number of local clients including the Commonwealth
Zoological Corporation, Thompson Island
Outward
Bound Educational Center, the Greater China Business Network
(co-founder), and the Hyannis Area Economic Development
Corporation.
Allen
Larson's political savvy and business acumen has established
him as a recognized advocate of former Governor Celucci
and his administration's efforts in developing an economically
enhanced business climate in Massachusetts. Larson is an
invaluable asset to the Corry Associates team.
Frank
A. Valas,
senior associate of the firm, has over 25 years of issues
management experience on Beacon Hill. His clients are and
have been a veritable "who's who" of corporate
business, including utilities, insurance, entertainment,
health care and communications.
Valas'
grassroots organizational abilities, coupled with a public
relations background developed in the energy industry, resulted
in his management of a statewide referendum campaign on
behalf of the Massachusetts Electric and Gas Association,
whose interest prevailed by a 5–1 margin.
His
strong communication skills make him an effective advocate
for his clients and often have him testifying before legislative
committees and at regulatory hearings. Valas’ keen
understanding of the legislative process, as well, has him
frequently consulted by his clients in devising appropriate
strategies to implement or thwart legislative initiatives.
Frank
Valas' interpersonal skills and years of legislative and
regulatory process experience lend significant support to
Corry Associates.
Colleen M. Turner,
public relations professional, supports the efforts of Corry
Associates with consistent media messages designed to impact
a specific audience — from the public at large to
key members of legislative committees.
With
over 20 years of public relations experience, Ms. Turner
takes her cue from the senior members of Corry Associates
to develop innovative, cost-effective, specialized messages
to meet all clients' legislative goals. Her creative experience
spans a wide spectrum, including dealing with issues affecting
finance, real estate, not-for-profit, high technology, restaurants,
sports and entertainment.
Colleen
Turner's integrated research, marketing and promotion skills
have helped clients improve their corporate recognition
and awareness among targeted publics, establishing a more
effective positioning of services or goals. It is her "hands
on" philosophy and willingness to work closely with
client management on all projects, large and small, that
afford her clients the best results in increased market
awareness.
Whatever
your governmental or public relations needs, Corry Associates
is ready and able to provide you with effective advocacy
and, more importantly, satisfactory results.
