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Intro

 * Van Scoyoc Associates, Inc. (sometimes abbreviated as VSA) was established in 1990 and has become one of the top lobbying groups in Washington D.C. It's mission is to "..bring specialized government expertise and resources to the communities, organizations and markets" it serves. VSA's main office is located at 101 Constitution Avenue, NW Suite 600 West Washington, DC 20001.

Who They Represent

 * According to their website, VSA provides a wide array of expertise with topical areas ranging from agriculture and food to water resources and infrastructure. From 1998 to 2004 the 5 companies that gave the most money to VSA included Computer Sciences Corp., Lockheed Martin, Coalition of Epscor States, University of Alabama Systems, and Raytheon Co. The amount of money given to VSA from these companies totaled 8.31 million dollars.

Lobbying Record

 * According to opensecrets.gov, VSA ranks as the 4th largest lobbying firm in the US. During the course of the present year VSA has grossed a total of $11,810,000 and has served over 200 clients.