The Diplomat
A Government Affairs Specialist

“Working with governments to reach consensus, advance a project, or solve problems can be a difficult and frustrating process. From working to bring a Major League Soccer franchise to Portland, to helping the Northwest College of Art double its physical footprint for future growth, my success on behalf of clients is based on strong relationships and careful listening. These two principals are the foundation of my work in government affairs.”

Greg Peden has more than 15 years of experience in and around Oregon government.  

From his start in Governor John Kitzhaber’s administration to his current role advising clients in energy, environmental, economic development, business, timber, and fisheries industries, Greg brings a wide range of knowledge and experience to his work.

Prior to joining Gallatin, Greg was Vice President of Government Affairs and Economic Development for the Portland Business Alliance, where he oversaw all public policy efforts. Greg recently assisted the Pacific Northwest College of Art through the local and federal process to successfully acquire a federal surplus property in downtown Portland, enabling the college to double it’s growth in student population and physical footprint.

Greg earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Union College in Schenectady, NY, and a Juris Doctorate from Willamette University. Greg is a partner in the Portland office of Gallatin Public Affairs and a member of the Energy Policy and Facility Siting, State and Local Government Relations, and Sustainable Development and Land Use practice groups.

Expertise                                             Background

State and local government            17 years in Oregon politics and
                                                              Government

State and local lobbying                  Vice President of Government
                                                             Relations and Economic
                                                             Development, Portland
Contract and agreements              Business Alliance
negotiation
                                                             Lawyer and lobbyist, Qwest
                                                             Communications
Strategic communications
                                                             Campaign Press Secretary,
                                                             Governor John Kitzhaber
Litigation support            
                                                             B.A., Union College

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