Neilan Strategy Group

Every morning, as Perre Neilan, the founder and president of Neilan Strategy Group, steps into his office, he is greeted by a photograph of his late father, Leo. Though worn at the edges, the photograph serves as Neilan’s North Star, guiding him with the values his father embodied.

"To anyone else, it might just be a simple snapshot, but to me, it’s a daily reminder of the principles that shape my life and steer the success of Neilan Strategy Group," says Neilan.

Leo’s advice— “Work hard and tell the truth and the rest will work itself out”—serves as a core mantra that Neilan imparts to his team. This principle is foundational to the firm’s reputation as a trusted partner for clients nationwide.

His father's guiding principles, coupled with a dedicated team, have been crucial to the firm's success. Neilan manages his team in a way that maximizes their strengths and addresses the specific needs of each project, ensuring that client objectives are achieved effectively and on time, with each legislative effort executed with strategic precision and skill.

At its core, the firm collaborates with businesses, interest groups, trade organizations, and individuals to facilitate a seamless exchange of information. This engagement helps legislators develop effective policies that enhance the democratic process and maintain balance within the governance system.

Active participation in politics through candidate research, fundraisers and other events further helps Neilan Strategy Group to stay on top of the changes in the legislative landscape. These aspects particularly become beneficial for multi-state clients as it prepares them to acclimate to a new state’s policies and laws when they are expanding their business.

Neilan stated, “No one does it on their own. Jenn Neilan and Caitlin Holman are critical to the team’s success for our clients.”

Given the climate of skepticism surrounding lobbying efforts, the firm is steadfast in its objective to foster an enhanced understanding of the societal advantages its processes can yield. Neilan Strategy Group’s effective advocacy has ensured that it has marked a highly successful year to date in 2024. A major highlight was the successful passage of two significant pieces of legislation within the nonprofit donor space in the Nebraska legislature. These bills, which had been the focus of persistent effort over several years, reflect the firm's strategic ingenuity and relentless advocacy. The passage of these pieces of legislation is a testament to Neilan Strategy Group's ability to navigate complex legislative processes and secure favorable outcomes for its clients.

In addition to legislative successes, Neilan Strategy Group has made strides in client advocacy. The firm prevented a major tax increase for a new client, showcasing its effectiveness in addressing and mitigating fiscal challenges.

“Our achievements in 2024 reflect the strategic acumen, commitment to client advocacy, and ability to adapt to an evolving legislative landscape,” says Neilan.