Sean Kennedy, a highly regarded government affairs expert known across the state, has joined Connell Foley as a government affairs advisor in the firm’s Regulatory Affairs and Compliance Group, BINJE has learned.
Kennedy brings extensive experience developing policies, leading campaigns and building relationships statewide, as well as strong business development skills as he facilitates connections between the public and private sectors.
Connell Foley Managing Partner Tim Corriston said adding Kennedy to the team would underscores the firm’s dedication to providing comprehensive and forward-looking client services, as well as solutions for business and policy matters.
“We are thrilled to welcome Sean,” he said. “His multifaceted background enables him to be a business ambassador for our clients and ensure their interests are heard.”
Kennedy’s experience will assist clients in strategic problem solving and expanding business networks. With the addition of Kennedy, Connell Foley will continue to support clients in the regulatory, legislative and governmental processes.
“I am honored to work with such a respected team and excited to support both existing and new clients in forging strong connections at the state, county and local levels,” Kennedy said. “Together, we will create impactful relationships that drive success for all.”
Connell Foley’s Regulatory Affairs and Compliance Group comprises of members that have served on gubernatorial transition teams for both political parties, as well as directly in governors’ and legislative offices. They provide counsel on regulatory and corporate compliance, help develop compliance programs for businesses in regulated industries, and represent clients before government agencies and boards. As part of a full-service law firm, the group also offers regulatory clients access to a wide range of services.
It should be noted: Kennedy is a government affairs advisor and is not licensed to practice law.
That being said, he brings decades of expertise in public service, business leadership and community engagement.
Kennedy previously served as N.J. director, consulting services for CGI. Prior to that, he served as VP of government affairs and external partnerships at Rowan University and director of government and external relations at the Rowan School of Osteopathic Medicine.
He previously worked as associate executive director overseeing communications for the NJ Senate Majority Office and has experience leading business development efforts for renowned civil engineering firms in New Jersey.
Kennedy also serves as the vice chair of the New Jersey Ireland Trade Commission, which concluded a mission trip to Ireland on Monday.
Kennedy holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from Rowan University and a Juris Doctorate from Rutgers Law School. Kennedy holds leadership positions on the board of directors for the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce and the Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey, as chairman of the Rowan College of Burlington County Board of Trustees, and as president of the Burlington County Board of Taxation.
Connell Foley, established in 1938, is a full-service law firm of more than 140 lawyers and offices across multiple offices throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.
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