The Public Affairs Council is a global organization of over 600 public affairs executives and managers founded in 1954. It aims to promote the field of public affairs and provide comprehensive training and resources to its members to help them achieve their goals ethically. Bryan Specht, an experienced political advisor and president of Olson PR, is a member of the Public Affairs Council and has a background in government and political campaigns.

1. BRYAN SPECHT: AN
OVERVIEW OF THE
PUBLIC AFFAIRS
COUNCIL
By Bryan Specht

2. Introduction
 An experienced communications executive
and political advisor, Bryan Specht is currently
the president of Olson PR. Specht also has an
extensive background in government. He
served as a campaign member in the 1996 re-
election campaign of former President Bill
Clinton and as a campaign manager for Ohio
Congressman Ted Strickland. Actively involved
in his profession, he is a member of the Public
Affairs Council.

3. About Public Affairs Council
 Founded in 1954, the Public Affairs Council is a
global organization of public affairs executives
and managers. The Public Affairs Council offers
comprehensive training, resources, and
information to its members. The group aims to
promote the field of public affairs and provide
members with the training and education
necessary to help them realize their goals while
adhering to strict ethical principles. Located in
Washington, D.C., the Public Affairs Council has
more than 600 members. Among them are
consulting companies, Fortune 500 firms, and
associations.