Emily Giske

Emily Giske is a government affairs specialist based in New York with extensive experience in Albany and New York City. She has lobbied for corporations, financial institutions, not-for-profit entities and local municipalities.

Emily has secured millions of dollars for the renovation of a hospital emergency room, helped negotiate a multi-million dollar energy deal for a major company, worked to have a multi-billion dollar land use project approved – the biggest ever in New York City, and navigated legislation for a prominent New York entertainment company, ultimately guarding their intellectual property rights. She was also one of the lead lobbyists instrumental in helping New York become the sixth state to pass a marriage equality law.

Emily has also worked extensively as a political advisor from grassroots to statewide campaigns throughout New York State. Additionally, Emily is often sought after for comment by the New York Times, USA Today and other leading media organizations for her insights on New York politics. She has appeared on NBC’s Nightly News, WABC and New York 1.

Emily holds a bachelor’s degree from George Washington University and a Master’s Degree in Public Policy from The New School in New York City.