Advantus Strategies, a Richmond-based consulting firm specializing in government relations, business development and environment and natural resource matters, has strengthened its government affairs team with the addition of Kyle Shreve as Director of Government Relations.
Why have us as your Public Policy team?
We go beyond lobbying and also deliver a comprehensive public policy solution that sets clients up for success. Our extensive experience makes it possible to anticipate legislative or policy developments, allowing us to advise you on the best way to achieve your business or policy objective. Whether your goals are initiating or influencing legislation, monitoring, or protecting previous policy successes, we have relationships with state and local decision-makers, analysts, agency staff, board members, commissions, and other bodies that make public policy. If your interests require the development of legislation or items in the budget, we can provide drafting support and then shepherd it through the legislative process to a positive outcome.
How we help you navigate Virginia’s budget process.
- Our comprehensive and ongoing budget analysis informs our strategic approach
- We understand the ins and outs of Virginia’s budget, and the decision-making process of policymakers
- Our relationships become your assets in the legislative, budgetary, and regulatory policy-making processes
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Kyle Shreve Named Director of Government Relations

“We are pleased to add these two dynamic and experienced professionals to our senior team,” said Daniel G. “Bud” Oakey, Founder and Chairman of Advantus since 1998. “Their wisdom and acumen in matters related to government affairs deepen our capacity to serve our clients and build on the foundations that we have laid over close to a quarter century. ”