John F. Apitz Brings stories to life John's interest in history mixed with his love of the arts provides focus to his government relations practice. History and art are invariably about real people with real stories. And, for John, government relations tells the stories of real people the Capitol plays out real-life drama every day. At Messerli & Kramer, John is known for building strong and influential relationships. He understands what drives decision makers and uses his knowledge of politics and public life to advise and represent clients across a spectrum of interests. His experience has strengthened the firm's already esteemed reputation as a Minnesota lobbying powerhouse. John's practice in government relations includes representation of clients before the Minnesota Legislature, state administrative and regulatory agencies, and local units of government. He also focuses on campaign and grassroots consulting, administrative law, agricultural finance, transportation, public safety, gambling, and media relations. John has helped elect some of Minnesota's most distinguished political leaders and continues to provide campaign advice to candidates on their campaigns. |