Highlighting the public value of your proposal creates far better advocacy outcomes.

John previously led Government Affairs at 3M, working with a talented team covering federal, 26 states including Minnesota, and nearly 40 countries. He is a tireless advocate for community-based organizations.    

How we serve you?

Government Analytica operates as a strategic consultancy, providing clients with end-to-end support that includes policy research, stakeholder mapping, narrative development, public-value framing, and thought leadership—prepping well designed campaigns ahead of direct advocacy. GA’s approach emphasizes public value—demonstrating how a client’s proposal benefits society by improving government effectiveness, innovation, economic impact, and social benefits. GA works across executive and legislative branches as well as other peer groups, engaging not just policymakers, but also the media, stakeholders, and civic organizations to build momentum. GA develops custom fit communications strategies, message maps, and thought leadership content for clients to shift public discourse and support policy transformation.

John earned his degrees in engineering (BS, MS & PhD) from the University of California, Berkeley, and University of Washington, Seattle.  He received his MBA from the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota. He is a Humphrey Fellow of the Humphry Institute of Public Affairs at University of Minnesota.  He is the chair of the Trade Policy for National Association of District Export Councils.  He is also the chair of Policy & Advocacy Committee of Minnesota Public Health Association.  John has worked for Intel, Chevron, Boeing, Dupont, and 3M.  He has served on numerous boards and has been appointed by U.S. Secretary of Commerce to the Minnesota District Export Council.  He is an inventor and holds several patents.  John is a tireless advocate and volunteer for community-based organizations.