A Managerial Perspective on Lobbying

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2026
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Abstract
Abstract More than 11,000 lobbyists spending $4 billion annually influence the outcome of public policy, law, and regulation in the United States. Estimates of lobbying in the EU are of a similar size. The vast majority of these efforts are made by the business sector. This chapter examines the models corporations use in deciding when and how much to lobby. The decision factors leading the initiation of a lobbying effort and the criteria for its persistence are also explored. It further delves into the operational aspects, emphasizing the importance of building a lobbying brand, stakeholder mapping, framing strategies, and resource allocation for effective campaigns. Moreover, the chapter assesses lobbying’s return on investment, acknowledging challenges like entry barriers, reputational risks, and persistent public skepticism. Emerging trends, such as increased corporate lobbying in the EU, the rise of the tech sector, and the potential for industry self-regulation, are discussed alongside strategic recommendations for maximizing lobbying effectiveness. The chapter concludes with an examination of managerial approaches used to ensure the best return on the lobbying investment. The foundation of addressing lobbying models, decision factors, and managerial approaches is a review of the current literature. This is complemented with practitioner commentary.
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Authors Mark Fagan
Journal Oxford University Press eBooks
Year 2026
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10.1093/oxfordhb/9780197769034.013.0005
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https://doi.org/10.1093/oxfordhb/9780197769034.013.0005
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