Expertise. Relationships. Impact.
Unparalleled Results
Illinois’ Premier Consultant for Strategic Lobbying and Government Relations
102
Serving Clients in All of Illinois’ Counties
2 Billion +
In Secured Funding for Clients
18+
Years Experience in the Illinois State Government
Expertise.
Relationships.
Impact.
Expertise
Ben Lazare brings decades of experience at the highest levels of Illinois government, providing clients with strategic counsel on legislation, appropriations, regulatory policy, and government relations. His background developing policy, drafting state budgets, and advising legislative leadership gives clients a unique understanding of how decisions are made, and more importantly, how to influence them. While recognized for his expertise in Medicaid, healthcare and human services policy, Ben advises organizations across a wide range of industries, helping clients navigate complex challenges and capitalize on opportunities.
Relationships
Success in government affairs begins with trust. Over his career, Ben has built strong, bipartisan relationships with legislators, constitutional officers, executive branch leaders, agency directors, and key policy stakeholders throughout Illinois. These relationships, combined with a reputation for credibility and responsiveness, allow him to connect clients with decision-makers, build consensus, and move priorities forward at every level of state government.
Impact
Results define effective advocacy. Whether securing appropriations, advancing legislation, protecting funding, or resolving complex policy issues, Ben has helped clients achieve meaningful outcomes, even during some of Illinois’ most difficult fiscal years. He works as a strategic partner to executive leadership, combining thoughtful planning, practical problem-solving, and relentless advocacy to help organizations strengthen their position, achieve long-term stability, and make a lasting impact on the communities they serve.
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As the CEO of a safety-net hospital and Chair of the Association of Safety-Net Hospitals, I have seen firsthand how critical strong advocacy is to securing the resources needed to serve vulnerable communities across Illinois. Ben Lazare has been an invaluable partner in navigating Illinois’ complex healthcare funding landscape. With a deep understanding of the state budget process and strong legislative relationships, he understands the challenges facing safety-net providers and works tirelessly to ensure our voices are heard and our hospitals have the resources they need to thrive.
-Jose R. Sanchez, CEO of Humboldt Park Health and Chair of the Association of Safety-Net Hospitals