THE FIRM

Founded in 2016 by Sarah Blackwood, Sarah Blackwood Government Relations, LLC (SBGR) is a boutique government affairs and strategic consulting firm that helps clients navigate the complexities of the federal policymaking process. Representing clients before the U.S. Congress and executive branch agencies, SBGR develops and executes tailored legislative and regulatory strategies that advance business objectives, mitigate risk, and influence public policy outcomes.

SBGR advises clients across a diverse portfolio of industries, including aviation, transportation infrastructure, manufacturing, energy, critical minerals, international trade, tax policy, and national defense. The firm is recognized for its ability to anticipate political and budgetary shifts, identify emerging opportunities and challenges, and develop proactive advocacy strategies that deliver measurable results.

At SBGR, successful advocacy is built on more than access—it is grounded in expertise, credibility, and trust. The firm combines strong bipartisan relationships with deep policy knowledge, allowing it to effectively navigate complex legislative and regulatory issues and provide clients with thoughtful, strategic counsel on matters critical to their organizations.

SBGR takes a hands-on, client-focused approach, investing the time to understand each client's business, objectives, and long-term priorities. This enables the firm to craft compelling policy arguments, develop effective messaging, and engage the right policymakers at the right time to maximize impact. Whether advancing legislation, securing federal funding, shaping regulatory policy, or protecting client interests, SBGR delivers strategic advocacy with integrity, precision, and results.

Clients value SBGR for its responsiveness, discretion, and ability to translate complex policy challenges into actionable strategies that achieve meaningful outcomes in Washington.