Michael McGarry

Government Relations | Public Affairs | Policy Advocacy

Washington DC-Baltimore Area

About

Extensive experience in government relations and public affairs leading high-performing teams to advance business and organizational goals for Fortune 100 companies, global industry trade associations, and a U.S. Congressional Committee. Recognized by board members, leadership teams, business partners and peers for clear strategic vision and ability to forge consensus across broad stakeholder groups. Expertise: * Government relations / lobbying * Federal agency and regulatory engagement * Congressional Affairs * State government relations * Public affairs * Political Action Committee development / strategy * Grassroots / coalition building * Foundation leadership * Social and environmental responsibility * Organizational leadership / team building * Strategic planning and budgeting

Experience

  • CLIA | Cruise Lines International Association (Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site)
    • Senior Vice President, Government Affairs
      Feb 2025 - Present · 1 yr 5 mos

    • Interim President and CEO
      Jan 2025 - Jan 2025 · 1 mo

  • Principal at Capitol Advocacy Strategies LLC
    Feb 2023 - Dec 2024 · 1 yr 11 mos

  • Senior Vice President, Global Government Affairs at CLIA | Cruise Lines International Association
    Jan 2012 - Jan 2023 · 11 yrs 1 mo

  • Managing Partner at R2M Solutions, LLC
    Jul 2010 - Jan 2012 · 1 yr 7 mos

  • Executive Vice President, Public Affairs at Advanced Medical Technology Association
    Apr 2006 - Jun 2010 · 4 yrs 3 mos