Posted on Friday, July 11, 2025
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Andy Mangione, Senior Vice President of AMAC Action, speaking at the “Becoming an Effective Leader” event in Washington, DC.
Washington, DC – This week on Capitol Hill, AMAC Action and the Leadership Institute teamed up for an event titled “Becoming an Effective Leader”, aimed at educating staff from Capitol Hill and advocacy organizations on how to build successful careers in the conservative movement.
The three-hour education and networking event, hosted at the Capitol Hill Club, attracted over 60 young conservatives representing congressional offices and national advocacy organizations.
Andy Mangione, Senior Vice President of AMAC Action, kicked off the event with a warm welcome, offering insight into AMAC Action’s history, growth, and ongoing legislative priorities. His remarks highlighted the organization’s commitment to advancing policies rooted in faith, family, and freedom.
Garrett Puckett, Coalitions Director for the House Republican Conference, followed with a compelling discussion on his personal experience working on Capitol Hill. He shared valuable advice on how young conservatives can strategically position themselves for long-term success in congressional roles, emphasizing the importance of networking, mentorship, and perseverance.
Holly Horn and Heather Sellers from the Leadership Institute led an in-depth session on media relations, providing actionable guidance on issuing press releases, scheduling interviews for members of Congress, effectively working with media outlets, and cultivating a personal media presence. Their presentation empowered attendees with the tools to communicate clearly and successfully in a media-driven political environment.
The audience was highly engaged throughout the event – taking notes, asking thoughtful questions, and seizing the opportunity to connect with peers and AMAC Action team members. The energy in the room reflected a strong desire among young conservatives to grow as professionals and successful leaders in the movement.
This event marked the second in a growing series hosted by AMAC Action and the Leadership Institute. Based on the overwhelmingly positive feedback and standing-room-only crowd, both organizations have committed to continuing this initiative.
These events represent an exciting expansion of AMAC Action’s mission, extending its core values beyond advocacy and policy to investing in the next generation of conservative leaders. Pictures from the event are below.
For more information on upcoming events and AMAC Action’s initiatives, visit www.amacaction.org.
Contact:
Shane Harris, AMAC Action Communications Team
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (888) 262-2006
About AMAC Action
AMAC Action is the advocacy arm of the Association of Mature American Citizens (AMAC), dedicated to representing the interests of mature Americans through grassroots activism, legislative engagement, and education rooted in the values of faith, family, and freedom.
About the Leadership Institute
Founded in 1979, the Leadership Institute provides training in campaigns, fundraising, grassroots organizing, youth politics, and communications. It has trained over 250,000 conservatives to be effective and successful leaders in public policy and government.
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