As the year draws to a close, Florida Trend Magazine traditionally announces its coveted “Floridian of the Year.” This year, the publication also revisited its 2022 honoree, Becker shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson, to highlight her continued accomplishments. Reflecting on 2024, Jackson described it as a year of “unexpected pleasures,” including a meaningful opportunity to serve as a professor […]
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Yolanda Cash Jackson Featured in Harper’s Bazaar’s “This Is How You #WinWithBlackWomen” as Part of the ‘Great Motivators’ Series
Becker proudly announces that our Yolanda Cash Jackson is featured in Harper’s Bazaar’s November 2024 “Voices Issue.” In the article, This Is How You #WinWithBlackWomen, part of the magazine’s prestigious Great Motivators series, Jackson joins an inspiring lineup that includes former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Hollywood directors, fashion designers, beauty industry leaders, artists, authors, and sports icons. The […]
Read MoreBecker’s Gary C. Rosen and Yolanda Cash Jackson Recognized Among Florida’s 500 Most Influential Executives for 2024
Becker proudly announces that Managing Shareholder Gary C. Rosen and Shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson have been named to Florida Trend’s prestigious Florida 500 list of the state’s most influential executives for another year. This honor reflects an extensive research effort by the editors of Florida Trend to identify the state’s most impactful leaders across diverse economic sectors. Rosen has […]
Read MoreBecker Named Top 25 Lobbying Firm in Q2 of 2024 by Florida Politics
Becker is pleased to announce our Government Law & Lobbying practice has been named a top 25 firm by Florida Politics, based on second-quarter revenue for 2024. Becker also ranked in the top 25 for first-quarter revenue for 2024. Bernie Friedman, Chair of the firm’s Government Law & Lobbying practice led the 10-person team, which […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Awarded Outstanding Minority Partner at a Majority Firm by National Bar Association Women Lawyers Division
Becker is thrilled to announce that shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson has been named “Outstanding Minority Partner at a Majority Firm” by the National Bar Association (NBA) Women Lawyers Division. This prestigious award exemplifies her numerous accomplishments in the community, the state of Florida, and the legal field. Ms. Jackson accepted the award at the 2024 […]
Read MoreBecker Named Top 25 Lobbying Firm in Q1 of 2024 by Florida Politics
Becker is pleased to announce our Government Law & Lobbying practice has been named a top 25 firm by Florida Politics, based on first-quarter revenue for 2024. Bernie Friedman, Chair of the firm’s Government Law & Lobbying practice led the 10-person team, which also includes former Sen. Ellyn Bogdanoff, Jose Fuentes, Yolanda Cash Jackson, Max Losner, Nicholas Matthews, Cody Rogers, LaToya Sheals, Bryony […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 9
Becker’s End of Session Spotlight Welcome to Becker’s End of Session Spotlight! As your trusted lobbyists we are proud to provide you with the latest developments in politics and policy in Tallahassee. As the 2024 Legislative Session comes to a close, here is what happened in Tallahassee during Week 9 (March 4 – March 8). Headliners […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 8, February 26 – March 1, 2024
50th Day Rule and Budget Conferences Tuesday, February 26, marked the 50th day of the 2024 Legislative Session. With 1,954 bills filed, 30 bills have passed and are awaiting presentation to the Governor. Currently, two bills have been presented to the Governor and six total bills have been signed into law. Tuesday, February 26, also […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 7, February 19 – February 23, 2024
“Where Are We in the Process?” As the legislative session approaches its conclusion, it’s a critical time for many bills that are still in the pipeline. The 50th Day, a significant milestone in the legislative calendar, is on Tuesday, February 27th. This day marks a period when the focus sharpens on advancing bills through the […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 6, February 12 – February 16, 2024
40-Day Count Down We have now completed 40 days of the 60-day 2024 Legislative Session. The focus is now shifting to bills being heard on the floor as opposed to committee meetings. For those bills that have been assigned to committees but have not been heard, the likelihood of them passing this session is minimal. […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 5, February 5 – February 9, 2024
Halfway Mark The legislative session reached its “halfway” mark, Day 30, on Wednesday, February 7th. Legislators are now heading into the second half of the 2024 session with both chambers having passed only 12 bills thus far. Many of those bills are technical statutory revision bills required each year to make updates and delete provisions […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 4, January 29 – February 2, 2024
Budget HB 5001- General Appropriations Act by House Appropriations Committee and Chair Leek SB 2500- Appropriations by Senate Appropriations Committee The budgets proposed by the House and Senate were heard in the Appropriations Committee on Wednesday, January 31. Lawmakers discussed the spending plan for the upcoming year with the House proposing a spending package of […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 3, January 22 – January 26, 2024
Healthcare SB 248 – Medical Negligence by Senator Yarborough SB 248 by Senator Yarborough proposes changes to the Florida Wrongful Death Act. The act currently allows families to seek compensation for non-economic damages if the Department of Health (DOH) or the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) concludes that a facility or practitioner violated the […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 2, January 16 – January 19, 2024
Healthcare “Live Healthy” SB 7016 – Health Care by Health Policy by Senator Burton SB 7018 – Health Care Innovation by Health Policy by Senator Harrell SB 7016 and SB 7018, collectively known as “Live Healthy and a top priority of Senate President Kathleen Passidomo unanimously passed the Senate floor on Thursday, January 18th. The initiative […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 1, January 9 – January 12, 2024
Opening Day The 2024 Legislative Session commenced on Tuesday, January 9 with legislators gathering in Tallahassee to pass legislation and a balanced state budget. In her opening remarks, President Passidomo outlined her commitment to expanding the healthcare workforce but was emphatic in her refusal to relitigate Medicaid expansion. The Live Healthy package, a Senate priority, […]
Read MoreBecker’s Gary C. Rosen and Yolanda Cash Jackson Honored Again Among Florida’s 500 Most Influential Executives
Becker is proud to announce that Managing Shareholder Gary C. Rosen and Shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson have once again been recognized among Florida’s 500 most influential executives. The Florida 500 is the culmination of a comprehensive year-long research initiative conducted by the editors of Florida Trend, aimed at identifying the state’s most notable business leaders […]
Read MoreBecker Hosts Lunch for Bahamian Prime Minister Philip E. Davis and Consul General Curt G. Hollingsworth
Becker had the distinct honor of hosting an impactful lunch for Bahamian Prime Minister Philip Davis and Consul General Curt Hollingsworth, commemorating 50 years of Bahamian independence. During this momentous event, we celebrated the achievements of trailblazing Bahamians in the United States and paid homage to the enduring legacy of those who have paved the […]
Read MoreThe Becker Insider | June 2023
The Becker Insider provides recent news and unique perspectives into the Florida policy issues that matter most to you. At Becker, we believe that our strengths truly lie in our differences. Our local, state, and federal lobbying teams have deep and longstanding relationships across the political spectrum, allowing us to better champion the interests of […]
Read More“Lobbying Compensation: Becker Scores $775K in Q1”- Florida Politics
Becker lobbyists Bernie Friedman, Ellyn Bogdanoff, José K. Fuentes, Yolanda Cash Jackson, Max Losner, Nicholas G. Matthews, Cody Rogers, and LaToya Sheals represented about 90 clients in Q1 and brought in an estimated $775,000 last quarter. Florida Politics estimated the lobbying pay based on the middle number of the per-client ranges firms list on their compensation reports. Contracts are reported […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 9, May 1-5, 2023
Headliners Sine Die Congratulations!! We’ve made it to the end of the 2023 Legislative Session where both Chambers adjourned sine die on Friday, May 5. This year, the following business was conducted: 1,873 Bills and Proposed Committee Bills (PCBs) filed 2,674 Amendments filed 3,229 Votes Taken 52 Floor Sessions 356 Bills passed both chambers Budget […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 8, April 24-28, 2023
Headliners 50th Day Rule and Budget Conferences Tuesday, April 25 marked the 50th day of the 2023 Legislative Session. With over 2,000 bills filed by legislators, committee hearings have come to an end per the rules of the Legislature; all bills that have not made it past their committee references have died. As we continue […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Interviewed in South Florida Business Journal
Shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson sat down with Brian Bandell, Real Estate Editor at the South Florida Business Journal, and candidly discussed her journey towards establishing a successful and storied legal career. Yolanda is an experienced Government Law attorney who has established a strong reputation in the community for her leadership and commitment to civic, charitable, and […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 7, April 17-21, 2023
Headliners Budget On Friday, April 21, House Speaker, Paul Renner, and Senate President, Kathleen Passidomo, announced that conferencing between the two chambers is likely to start Monday, April 24. The House and Senate passed separate budgets earlier this month and the two chambers are now working on allocating the dollars toward each section of the […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 6, April 10-14, 2023
Headliners CS/HB 7 – Pregnancy and Parenting Support by Representative Persons-Mulicka SB 300 – Pregnancy and Parenting Support by Senator Grall On Thursday, April 13, after more than seven hours of discourse and more than 50 amendments filed on the House floor, all of which were not adopted, SB 300, passed with a vote of […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 5, April 3-7, 2023
“Heartbeat Protection Act” SB 300 – Pregnancy and Parent Support by Senator Grall HB 7 – Pregnancy and Parent Support by Representatives Persons-Mulicka Both chambers debated SB 300/HB 7 regarding the expansion of the 15-week ban for the termination of pregnancy and other healthcare services this week. SB 300/HB 7 will prohibit a physician from […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 4, March 27-31, 2023
Universal Voucher Bill HB 1 – Education- Representative Kaylee Tuck SB 202 – Education- Senator Corey Simon Week 4 of the 2023 Legislative Session began with the signing of HB 1 by Representative Tuck, a comprehensive education bill expanding the eligibility for school choice. On Monday, March 27th Governor DeSantis approved the bill, formally making […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 3, March 20-24, 2023
Budget On Thursday, the Senate released their proposed General Appropriations Act (SB 2500) for the 2023-24 fiscal year with the House releasing their version (HB 5001) on Friday. The House proposes a $112.9 billion budget where the Senate proposes a $113.6 billion budget. Each chamber’s budget is less than the proposed $114.8 budget presented by […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 2, March 13-17, 2023
Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee Substitute for House Bill 111 Flooding and Sea Level Rise Vulnerability Studies by Representative Hunschofsky Senate Bill 1170 Flooding and Sea Level Rise Vulnerability Studies by Senator Calatayud CS/HB 111 by Representative Hunschofsky will expand the current provisions set forth by the legislature’s passage of SB 178 during the 202 […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Interviewed on Fluent in Floridian Podcast
Shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson sits down with SalterMitchell PR President and Partner Heidi Otway to share her story of growing up in South Florida and pivoting to a lobbying career in her late-twenties. They also discussed her notable achievements, such as spearheading the effort to install a sculpture of Mary McLeod Bethune (founder of Bethune-Cookman University) […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 1, March 7-10, 2023
Opening Day The Florida Legislature convened in Tallahassee for the commencement of the state’s 125th Legislative Session on Tuesday, March 7, 2023. President Kathleen Passidomo delivered an impassioned opening statement thanking the entire legislature for their commitment to serving their constituents, outlaying the achievements of the legislature during Special Session, and the goals of the […]
Read MoreThe Becker Insider | February 2023
The Becker Insider provides recent news and unique perspectives into the Florida policy issues that matter most to you. At Becker, we believe that our strengths truly lie in our differences. Our local, state, and federal lobbying teams have deep and longstanding relationships across the political spectrum, allowing us to better champion the interests of […]
Read MoreGary C. Rosen and Yolanda Cash Jackson Named to the 2023 “Power Leaders 250” by South Florida Business Journal
Becker Managing Shareholder Gary C. Rosen and Shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson have been named to South Florida Business Journal’s 2023 “Power Leaders 250.” This year’s Power Leaders 250 reveals how executives from South Florida’s top public and private companies continue to drive growth in their organizations and the region. In a word, their efforts are […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Quoted in The Miami Herald
Yolanda Cash Jackson was quoted in the Miami Herald article titled, “Miami-Dade’s Beacon Council, which recruits companies to the area, names new CEO.” To read the full article, please click here. Yolanda is an experienced Government Law attorney who has established a strong reputation in the community for her leadership and commitment to civic, charitable, […]
Read MoreGary C. Rosen and Yolanda Cash Jackson Named to the “South Florida Power 100” by City and State Florida
Becker & Poliakoff got started in 1973 focusing on condominium and community association law (and are still a major player there) but has grown into a firm which focuses on several areas, including lobbying. Gary C. Rosen played a major role in raising the firm’s lobbying profile after becoming CEO in 2012, helping bring in […]
Read MoreEllyn S. Bogdanoff and Yolanda Cash Jackson Named to “The Florida Women Power 100” by City and State Florida
Attorneys Yolanda Cash Jackson and Ellyn S. Bogdanoff have considerable clout in Tallahassee, Washington and elsewhere as members of Becker’s marquee government law and lobbying practice. Jackson made history this year as the first Black chair of the Miami-Dade Beacon Council, the county’s public-private partnership for economic development. At Becker, where she serves on the […]
Read MoreSpecial Session 2022A
On Monday, December 12, 2022, the Florida Legislature convened for 2022 Special Session A, with the goal of providing much needed disaster relief, addressing Florida’s fragile homeowners’ insurance environment and toll relief for traveling public. The Special Session lasted three days and concluded Wednesday afternoon. This was the third Special Session of 2022. Three pieces […]
Read More“Floridian of the Year: Yolanda Cash Jackson” – Florida Trend Magazine
Yolanda Cash Jackson, South Florida attorney and lobbyist at Becker & Poliakoff, has been named FLORIDA TREND’s 2022 Floridian of the Year in recognition of her groundbreaking efforts to create pathways of opportunities for others and to garner support for Florida’s history-making achievement in becoming the first state to have an African-American, Mary McLeod Bethune, […]
Read More“Liberty City Native Yolanda Cash Jackson Becomes First Black Woman to Lead County Economic Development Agency” – Miami Herald
In a Fort Lauderdale office adorned with countless awards next to her picture with President Barack Obama, an autographed Dwyane Wade jersey and art by Black artists, attorney Yolanda Cash Jackson feels at home. Jackson, 64, is the newly appointed chairwoman of the board of directors of the Miami-Dade Beacon Council, the county’s public-private economic […]
Read MoreGary C. Rosen and Yolanda Cash Jackson Named as One of Florida’s 500 Most Influential Executives
Becker Managing Shareholder Gary C. Rosen and Shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson have been recognized as one of Florida’s 500 most influential executives. The Florida 500 is the culmination of a year-long research initiative by the editors of Florida Trend to identify the state’s most notable business leaders across economic sectors. Gary has been listed every […]
Read MoreBecker Counted Among the Top 25 Corporate Philanthropists of South Florida for the Second Year in a Row
Delivering platinum service to our clients and community is at the very heart of Becker, and we are thrilled to be counted among the top 25 corporate philanthropists of South Florida as recognized by the South Florida Business Journal for the second year in a row. Becker attorneys and professionals are heavily involved in charitable […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Appointed Chair of Beacon Council Board of Directors
At the Beacon Council’s annual meeting on November 17th, Yolanda Cash Jackson will be announced as Chair of the Council’s Board of Directors. The Beacon Council is Miami’s official economic development partnership, which attracts and retains companies to help create investment opportunities, new jobs, and economic growth for Dade County. Yolanda Cash Jackson, Esq., is […]
Read More“Building Bridges to Find Common Ground in Israel” – Influence Magazine
If you want a glimpse into the potential role intersectionality of people, politics, religions and belief can play in helping bridge differences, spend some time in Israel. I was one of a dozen lobbyists, elected leaders and others from the U.S. who toured Israel on a week long trip in July arranged by the American […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Interviewed on From Florida Podcast
Becker’s Yolanda Cash Jackson had the opportunity to discuss what she called the “lobbyists dream” of getting the legislation passed in Florida to have a statue of Mary McLeod Bethune represent the state in Statuary Hall in the nation’s capitol. Bethune, an advisor to five presidents and the founder of what would become Bethune-Cookman University, […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Leads Miami-Dade Beacon Council Search Committee for New President & CEO
The Miami-Dade Beacon Council, the County’s official economic development partnership, announced today that Korn Ferry has been engaged to manage the organization’s search for a new President and Chief Executive Officer. Korn Ferry, the global organizational consulting firm that helped The Beacon Council hire Michael A. Finney in 2017, will be leading the organization’s nationwide […]
Read MoreDr. Mary McLeod Bethune Statue Unveiled in Statuary Hall
Before the Civil Rights Movement, there was Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune. Born to former slaves born in 1875 on a farm in South Carolina, she went on to help found one of the first historically Black universities, along with a host of other educational and civic programs. Before the Black Lives Matter protests of […]
Read MoreBecker End of Session Spotlight, 2022
Welcome to Becker’s End of Session Spotlight! As your trusted lobbyists we are proud to provide you with the latest developments in politics and policy in Tallahassee. As the 2022 Legislative Session comes to a close, here is what happened in Tallahassee during Week 9 (March 7 – March 11) and Monday, March 14. SINE DIE […]
Read MoreBecker’s Weekly Spotlight Week 8, February 28-March 4, 2022
Welcome to Becker’s Weekly Spotlight! As your trusted lobbyists, we are proud to provide you with the latest developments in politics and policy in Tallahassee. Here is what happened in Tallahassee during Week 8 (February 28 – March 4) of the 2022 Legislative Session. LOCAL GOVERNMENT Additional Homestead Property Tax Exemption for Specified Critical Public […]
Read More“Act Fast: State, Federal Funding Could Transform Families, Businesses, Universities and Municipalities” – South Florida Business Journal
From homeowners to business owners, urban entrepreneurs to rural residents, federal stimulus dollars are set to flow through Tallahassee to fund critical projects statewide. In what has been called a “once-in-a-generation” opportunity, those seeking to tap these dollars must act quickly. A previous Becker article reviewed the billions of federal and Florida dollars that will fund state […]
Read MoreBecker Announces Florida Relocation Advisory Team
An influx of individuals and businesses have flocked to Florida since the beginning of the COVID pandemic. Lured by the lack of income and capital gains taxes, along with year round summer-like weather, a reported 1,000 individuals per day move to the Sunshine State. Boasting a favorable tax climate, business incentives, and a growing multicultural […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 7, February 21-25, 2022
Becker Weekly Spotlight Week 7 February 21 – February 25 Welcome to Becker’s Weekly Spotlight! As your trusted lobbyists we are proud to provide you with the latest developments in politics and policy in Tallahassee. Here is what happened in Tallahassee during Week 7 (February 21 – February 25) of the 2022 Legislative Session. HEADLINES General Appropriations Act. […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 6, February 14-18, 2022
Becker Weekly Spotlight Week 6 February 14 – February 18 Welcome to Becker’s Weekly Spotlight! As your trusted lobbyists, we are proud to provide you with the latest developments in politics and policy in Tallahassee. Here is what happened in Tallahassee during Week 6 (February 14 – February 18) of the 2022 Legislative Session. HEADLINES […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 5, February 7-11, 2022
Becker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 5, February 7-11 Welcome to Becker’s Weekly Spotlight! As your trusted lobbyists, we are proud to provide you with the latest developments in politics and policy in Tallahassee. Here is what happened in Tallahassee during Week 5 (February 7 – February 11) of the 2022 Legislative Session. HEADLINES Budget. The House and […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 4, January 31- February 4, 2022
Becker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 4, January 31-February 4 Welcome to Becker’s Weekly Spotlight! As your trusted lobbyists, we are proud to provide you with the latest developments in politics and policy in Tallahassee. Here is what happened in Tallahassee during Week 4 (January 31- February 4) of the 2022 Legislative Session. HEADLINES The budget for […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 3, January 24-28, 2022
Becker Weekly Spotlight: Week 3, January 24-28 Welcome to Becker’s Weekly Spotlight! As your trusted lobbyists we are proud to provide you with the latest developments in politics and policy in Tallahassee. Here is what happened in Tallahassee during Week 3 (January 24-28) of the 2022 Legislative Session. HEADLINES Local Ordinances. SB 280 by Senator […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 2, January 17-21, 2022
HEADLINES SB 102 by Sen. Ray Rodrigues passed on Thursday, January 20, 2022 and created new political maps for congressional districts and state Senate. The congressional map proposal passed with a vote of 31-4 and the state Senate district map (SB 100 by Sen. Ray Rodrigues) passed 34-3. This vote comes two days after State Senator Shevrin […]
Read MoreBecker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 1, January 10-14, 2022
HEADLINES Opening Day – Tuesday, January 11, 2022, marked the opening day of the 2022 Legislative Session. President Wilton Simpson and House Speaker Chris Sprowls addressed both chambers with a common theme: Keep Florida free. This theme aligns with Governor DeSantis who also presented his State of the State address to both chambers. While he […]
Read MoreBecker Counted Among the Top 25 Corporate Philanthropists of South Florida
Delivering platinum service to our clients and community is at the very heart of Becker, and we are thrilled to be counted among the top 25 corporate philanthropists of South Florida as recognized by the South Florida Business Journal. Becker attorneys and professionals are heavily involved in charitable and community causes including: University of Miami Alan […]
Read MoreKeep Florida Free Legislative Agenda
This week, the legislature convened for Special Session 2021B to address multiple COVID-19 mandate related issues. The brief Special Session concluded with four bills passing. Each bill, summarized below, was signed by Governor DeSantis yesterday, November 18, 2021. As always, if you have any questions, please contact us. HB 1B – COVID-19 Mandates HB 1B has […]
Read MoreBecker & Enterprise Florida Discuss Benefits of $74M Job Growth Grant Fund
Becker Shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson recently welcomed Florida Secretary of Commerce and Enterprise Florida President & CEO Jamal Sowell for an in-depth conversation about the purpose and impact of the state’s Job Growth Grant Fund. This economic development program, administered by the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, is designed to promote public infrastructure projects and […]
Read MoreBecker Signs The Diversity in Government Relations Coalition Industry Pledge
Becker is proud to announce that the firm has signed The Diversity in Government Relations Coalition Industry Pledge. The DGR Coalition aspires to foster and strengthen diversity, equity, and inclusion among entities that influence local, state, and federal policy through data collection, strategic communications, and stakeholder engagement. This pledge is part of its greater non-partisan […]
Read MoreBECKER UPDATE: 2021 Florida Legislative Session Wrap Up, Week #9
HEADLINES Sine Die. The Florida Legislature adjourned on Friday, April 30th around 2:40 pm. The 2021 regular session presented some extraordinary challenges to all who participated in the legislative process. As this COVID-19 Session comes to an end, the following business was conducted: 3,140 Bills and Proposed Committee Bills (PCBs) filed 2,632 Amendments filed 3,788 […]
Read MoreBECKER UPDATE: 2021 Florida Legislative Session, Week #7 & Week #8
HEADLINES Budget. After a week of budget conferencing, the House and Senate appear to be nearing agreement on the state budget for the fiscal year. On Friday night, House and Senate budget chiefs publicly accepted compromises regarding health care, education and prisons expenditures. Some of the key decisions included backing off proposed Medicaid cuts for […]
Read MoreUPDATED: Yolanda Cash Jackson Named A 2021 Influential Business Woman
Becker is proud to celebrate Shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson’s inclusion in South Florida Business Journal’s 2021 Influential Business Women, a list of the 25 most innovative, inspiring, and influential businesswomen in South Florida. An experienced Government Law attorney, Yolanda has a strong reputation for her leadership, heart of service, and commitment to civic, charitable and […]
Read MoreBECKER UPDATE: 2021 Florida Legislative Session, Week #6
HEADLINES Budget. The House and Senate took votes last week on their chambers’ ‘proposed respective budgets for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. The House voted on Thursday to approve their $97B proposed budget by a vote of 104-14, while the Senate unanimously passed their $95B spending plan. Senate President Wilton Simpson signaled that he did not think […]
Read MoreBECKER UPDATE: 2021 Florida Legislative Session, Week #5
HEADLINES Budget. The Revenue Estimating Conference will meet on April 6th. It is anticipated that revenue projections will be higher than expected, resulting in an increase in the amount of cash available going into budget negotiations. With respect to the expected $10B in relief money coming to the state from the federal government, Senate President […]
Read MoreBECKER UPDATE: 2021 Florida Legislative Session, Week #4
HEADLINES Budget. This week, the House and Senate released their respective budget proposals for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. Both houses of the legislature prioritized resiliency, flood mitigation, and sea level rise-focused projects this year. The House set aside $29.1M for water projects; the Senate set aside $37.5M. Additionally, the House’s proposal included $100M for land […]
Read MoreBECKER UPDATE: 2021 Florida Legislative Session, Week #3
COVID-19. Governor DeSantis announced on Friday that Floridians aged 50 and older will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine beginning March 22nd, due to the now modest demand for vaccines. The Governor estimates that the state will be on track to open vaccines to all Floridians before May 1st. At this juncture, more than 3 million […]
Read MoreBECKER UPDATE: 2021 Florida Legislative Session, Week #2
WASHINGTON, D.C. UPDATES COVID-19 On Thursday, March 11, 2021, President Biden signed a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 stimulus bill known as the American Rescue Plan. This packaged bill contains a wide range of benefits to help Americans still suffering from the pandemic-related collapse of the economy. The measure includes direct payments of up to $1,400 for […]
Read MoreBECKER UPDATE: 2021 Florida Legislative Session, Week #1
OPENING DAY Tuesday, March 2, 2021 marked the opening day for the 2021 Legislative Session for the House and the Senate. Senate President Wilton Simpson, House Speaker Chris Sprowls, and Gov. Ron DeSantis addressed both chambers with a level of hope and optimism as the state is doing its best to function in what is […]
Read MoreFlorida House Moves Forward With Legislation to Preempt Local Governments From Regulating Vacation Rentals
Vote of the Regulatory Reform Subcommittee Fell Mostly Along Party Lines As our many local government clients know, the Becker Team has been intimately involved in lobbying against the many attempts to limit their ability to manage the vacation rental crisis. The issue continues to severely impact cities of all sizes. We continue to be […]
Read More2020 Top Lobbyist Award Winners: Yolanda Cash Jackson, Omar Franco
Becker is proud to announce that Yolanda Cash Jackson and Omar Franco have been named Top Lobbyists by the National Institute of Lobbying & Ethics (NILE). The annual list celebrates the innovation, commitment to community service, and significant legislative success of 75 lobbyists, PAC managers, and grassroots professionals nominated by their colleagues or clients. “It […]
Read MoreWebinar: 2020 Post-Election Analysis with Leaders in Florida Politics
Moderated by Florida Politics Publisher Peter Schorsch, this can’t miss webinar featured a bipartisan conversation with Florida elected leaders on timely topics including the economy, COVID-19, and more. Watch the replay below! SPEAKERS: Peter Schorsch Moderator Publisher Florida Politics Yolanda Cash Jackson Co-Host Shareholder Becker Michael A. Grissom Co-Host Senior Government Relations […]
Read More“Diversity & Inclusion in State Lobbying Just Makes Cents” – INFLUENCE Magazine
The lobbying world could potentially face one of the most challenging sessions in the history of the profession. The deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and other victims of police shootings, the ongoing Black Lives Matters protests, and the passing of Congressman John Lewis and Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg have put a spotlight on the […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Named to The INFLUENCE 100 By Florida Politics Magazine
Becker is proud to celebrate Shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson’s inclusion in the 2020 edition of INFLUENCE 100, a list of the 100 most influential people in Florida politics. Yolanda is an experienced Government Law attorney who has established a strong reputation in the community for her leadership and commitment to civic, charitable and professional organizations. She […]
Read More“Best Mentors: Yolanda Cash Jackson Has Inverse Ratio for Talking, Listening,” Daily Business Review
Yolanda Cash Jackson Title: Shareholder Firm: Becker & Poliakoff Name a secret ingredient or two for effective mentoring? My two secret ingredients are compassion and empathy. A good mentor will never forget what is was to be in the shoes of a mentee, and a good mentor should always offer advice for the mentee as if they were […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Creates Largest Endowed Scholarship Fund
August 24, 2020 – Ft. Lauderdale, FL – Becker, a multi-practice commercial law firm with attorneys, lobbyists, and other professionals at offices throughout the East Coast, announced that Management Committee Member and Government Relations Shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson created The University of Florida Levin College of Law’s (UF Law) largest endowed scholarship fund. Ms. Jackson, […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Speaks at the Second NBPLA Fireside Chat Webinar
Becker Shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson joined esteemed panelists from Pfizer, Paypal, the Jones Group, and the National Black Professional Lobbyists Association for a fireside chat on the aftermath of George Floyd, how the fight for racial equality has influenced state lobbying, and more. Watch the replay.
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Moderates Broward Sherriff’s Office Candidates Forum
Becker Shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson moderated the Broward Sheriff’s Office Candidates Forum. Candidates including incumbent Sheriff Gregory Tony, Scott Israel, H. Wayne Clark, Al Pollock, Willie Jones, and Andrew Smalling participated in this lively discussion. Watch the Replay.
Read MoreBecker Joins Over 125 Law Firms Committed to Racial Equality
Becker has joined the Law Firm Antiracism Alliance (LFAA), a partnership of over 125 law firms who have made a commitment to racial equality. LFAA is hosting a virtual summit on July 29 – 30 which will help define the Alliance’s core mission and provide a better understanding of structural racism. Becker Managing Shareholder Gary Rosen and Shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson will attend on behalf […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Speaks at the South Broward Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority “Virtual Candidate Forum”
Yolanda Cash Jackson Moderates the Virtual Candidate Forum at the South Broward Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. In case you missed the live event you, may catch the replay below on Facebook. To Watch the Replay Click here.
Read MoreA Message from Our Management Committee
Since its founding, Becker has demonstrated a commitment to freedom, equality, and the betterment of the communities we serve. We will continue to use our resources, influence, and voice to rectify injustice and create positive change. Becker has contributed to a number of organizations that oppose racial injustice, however we realize there is more work […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson speaks at the first “NBPLA Fireside Chat Webinar”
At the first “NBPLA Fireside Chat Webinar”, Yolanda Cash Jackson joins all-star panelists discussing the impact of COVID-19 on the government affairs industry, and how private, corporate and contract lobbyists can continue to thrive in the midst of a pandemic. To Watch the Replay Click here.
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Moderates Virtual Town Hall “Election 2020”
Becker Shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson moderated a Virtual Town Hall on “Election 2020” presented by the Miami Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Panelists included mayoral candidates Esteban Bovo, Daniella Levine Cava, Alex Penelas, and Xavier Suarez. They discussed the outlook of Miami-Dade county post COVID-19 and how the mayoral candidates intend to adapt to […]
Read MoreCoronavirus Special Edition “Federal Dollars: How the CARES Act is Affecting Florida”
It has been over a month since the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act was passed by Congress and signed into law by President Trump on March 27, 2020. This over $2 trillion economic relief package provides fast and direct economic assistance for American workers, families, small businesses, and preserves jobs for American […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Honored as ‘Best Mentor’ in Daily Business Review’s 2020 Professional Excellence Awards
The Daily Business Review has recognized Government Law & Lobbying Shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson as a ‘Best Mentor’ in its 2020 Professional Excellence Awards. The ‘Best Mentor’ awards are given to South Florida attorneys who have taken it upon themselves to prepare the next generation of legal talent by passing along valuable knowledge and paving […]
Read MoreThe Becker Insider | March 2020
The Becker Insider provides recent news and unique perspectives into the Florida policy issues that matter most to you. At Becker, we believe that our strengths truly lie in our differences. Our local, state, and federal lobbying teams have deep and longstanding relationships across the political spectrum, allowing us to better champion the interests of […]
Read MoreLegislative Update: Week 8-9 (March 3 – March 10)
Headlines Governor declares state of emergency: A news conference was held Monday afternoon at the Capitol, where the Governor urged Floridians to take common-sense precautions and stressed that normally healthy individuals remain at low risk of contracting the coronavirus. This press conference comes after five lawmakers were forced to self-quarantine due to their attendance at a […]
Read MoreBecker Kicks off Women’s History Month by Celebrating Women of Color in Florida Politics
Tallahassee, FL – March 2, 2020 – Becker hosted its inaugural “Celebrating Women of Color in Florida Politics” event February 19, 2020 at restaurant Table 23 in Tallahassee. Shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson led the event, which served as a celebratory kickoff to Women’s History Month taking place in March. The networking event was attended by women […]
Read MoreLegislative Update: Week 7 (February 24-28)
Headlines E-Verify: This week a House committee decides to advance legislation that requires Florida businesses to verify employment eligibility for workers. HB 1265 by Representative Cord Byrd passed favorably in the Commerce Committee in a 15-8 vote. This bill would require either use of the federal E-Verify database or, in some cases, use of the […]
Read MoreLegislative Update: Week 6 (February 17-21)
Headlines Abortion: This week, after two days of grueling and heated debate, parental consent for minors’ abortions was voted to become law by the Florida House. SB 404 by Senator Kelli Stargel is now headed to Governor DeSantis’ desk for review and signature. Florida law currently requires that parents or guardians are notified if a […]
Read MoreLegislative Update: Week 5 (February 10-14)
Below you will find a summary of legislation that moved during week five of Session. Each issue discussed has the potential to impact your municipality and organization. In the weeks ahead, we will continue to monitor these bills and others while advocating on your behalf. Ready to Sign: This week, Governor Ron DeSantis received four […]
Read MoreLegislative Update: Week 4 (February 3-7)
Appropriations: This week both the House and Senate passed their respective budgets out of the Appropriations Committee. The Senate proposed a $92.8 billion budget that includes a 3% pay raise for state workers, the first in years. The House proposed a $91.3 billion that is $1.3 billion lighter than the Senate. Both chambers included $500 […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Co-Founds The National Black Professional Lobbyists Association (NBPLA)
Becker Shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson is a co-founder of The National Black Lobbyists Association (NBPLA), a group created to promote diversity and inclusion in the lobbying corps at state capitols. Gregory Jones, President and CEO of The Jones Group, and John Heath, Government Affairs Manager at Turo, also serve as co-founders of the Association. Launched […]
Read MoreUniversity of Florida Law Trailblazer: Yolanda Cash Jackson
Shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson delivered the 2019 University of Florida Levin College of Law commencement address earlier this year. Ms. Jackson is a double Gator having earned both her law and undergraduate degrees from the University of Florida. “I’m not afraid to try to do things differently…somebody has to do things for the first time, […]
Read More2019 Florida Legislative Session Wrap Up Event Video
Recently, Becker hosted a Session Wrap-Up event featuring a discussion on the hot and not-so-hot issues covered during the recent Florida Legislative Session. Moderated by Becker Shareholders Ellyn S. Bogdanoff and Yolanda Cash Jackson, the event featured special guests Senator Oscar Braynon II, Representative Shevrin Jones, and Representative Chip LaMarca. The conversation explored key issues […]
Read MoreLegislative Update: Legislative Session Summary – Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County
One day after its scheduled close, the legislature adjourned after passing a $91.1 billion budget which fell slightly short of Governor Desantis’ recommended budget. Of the 1,861 bills (excluding local appropriation requests) that were filed, 195 passed and will be sent to the Governor’s desk for approval. Some of the major topics discussed were disposable […]
Read MoreLegislative Update: 2019 Post-Legislative Session Report
One day after its scheduled close, the legislature adjourned after passing a $91.1 billion budget which fell slightly short of Governor Desantis’ recommended budget. $682 million was appropriated for water-quality efforts related to red tides, algae blooms, and Everglades restoration, and over $220 million was directed to the panhandle area for Hurricane Michael recovery efforts. […]
Read More“Yolanda Cash Jackson to Deliver UF Law’s 2019 Commencement Address,” Florida Politics
Yolanda Cash Jackson will head to Gainesville next week to deliver the commencement address for the next batch of JDs coming out of The University of Florida Fredric G. Levin College of Law. The Becker & Poliakoff shareholder is herself an alumna of UF Law and her ties to her alma mater run deep — […]
Read MoreLegislative Update: 2019 Session – Week 9
Week 9: April 29 – May 3, 2019 Emergency Services: The Governor approved SB 426, Firefighters, sponsored by Senator Flores. The bill grants certain benefits to a firefighter upon receiving a diagnosis of cancer if certain conditions are met, and requires an employer to make certain disability payments to a firefighter in the event of […]
Read MoreBecker’s 2019 Shareholder Meeting
Becker Shareholders and Senior Management recently came together for the firm’s 2019 Shareholder Meeting. Attorneys and lobbyists from the firm’s 16 offices throughout Florida and the East Coast convened in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida for a productive and educational weekend of relationship building, strategic planning, and camaraderie. Hosted at the Dalmar Hotel, attendees took part in […]
Read MoreLegislative Update: 2019 Session – Week 8
Week 8: April 22 – 26, 2019 Elections: The Senate Rules Committee, the Senate, and the House heard SB 7066/ HB 7101, Election Administration, sponsored by the Senate Ethics and Elections Committee and the House State Affairs Committee. The bill requires the Secretary of State to provide signature matching training to certain persons, and revises […]
Read MoreLegislative Update: 2019 Session – Week 7
Week 7: April 15 – 19, 2019 Proposed 2019-2020 Budget The House and Senate Chambers have also released the first drafts of their proposed 2019-2020 budget. Here is a generalized breakdown of the current draft budget compared to last year’s budget, and the draft budget broken down by section. Source Senate PCB 2500 House PCB […]
Read MoreLegislative Update: 2019 Session – Week 6
Week 6: April 8 – 12, 2019 Proposed 2019-2020 Budget The House and Senate Chambers have also released the first drafts of their proposed 2019-2020 budget. Here is a generalized breakdown of the current draft budget compared to last year’s budget, and the draft budget broken down by section. Source Senate PCB 2500 House PCB […]
Read MoreLegislative Update: 2019 Session – Week 5
Week 5: April 1 – 5, 2019 Proposed 2019-2020 Budget The House and Senate Chambers have also released the first drafts of their proposed 2019-2020 budget. Here is a generalized breakdown of the current draft budget compared to last year’s budget, and the draft budget broken down by section. Source Senate PCB 2500 House PCB […]
Read MoreLegislative Update: 2019 Session – Week 4
Week 4: March 25 – 29, 2019 Proposed 2019-2020 Budget The House and Senate Chambers have also released the first drafts of their proposed 2019-2020 budget. Here is a generalized breakdown of the current draft budget compared to last year’s budget, and the draft budget broken down by section. Source Senate PCB 2500 House PCB […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Selected as a Miami Herald 2019 Influencer
Shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson was recently selected as one of 50 state leaders for the Miami Herald’s 2019 Influencer Series. The project draws on the leadership and expertise of 50 of Florida’s leading voices to elevate civil conversation and keep policy-makers focused on challenges that matter to the state, both during the current legislative session […]
Read MoreLegislative Update: 2019 Session – Week 3
Week 3: March 18 – 22, 2019 Elections: The House State Affairs Committee heard SAC 1, Elections, sponsored by the House State Affairs Committee. The bill was passed unanimously and will move on to a second committee. The PCB bill makes the following changes to the Florida Election Code: Extends the deadline for curing defective […]
Read MoreLegislative Update: 2019 Session – Week 2
Week 2: March 11 – 15, 2019 Elections: The House Oversight, Transparency & Public Management Subcommittee heard HB 613/ (SB 270), Repeal of Public Campaign Financing Requirement, sponsored by Representative Roth. The bill proposes the repeal of s. 7, Art. VI of State Constitution to eliminate the requirement for public financing of campaigns of candidates […]
Read MoreLegislative Update: 2019 Session – Week 1
Week 1, March 4 – 8, 2019 Elections: The Senate Ethics and Elections Committee heard SB 272/ (HB 613), Campaign Finance, sponsored by Senator Baxley. The bill repeals provisions relating to the Florida Election Campaign Financing Act; specifically deleting provisions governing the public funding of campaigns for candidates for statewide office who agree to certain […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Lobbied to Send Bethune Statue to Washington
Florida has kept a relatively low profile when it comes to Confederate symbols in public places, except for one very public place — National Statuary Hall in the U.S. Capitol. One of the state’s statues honors Confederate Gen. Edmund Kirby Smith. Becker shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson helped lead a campaign to replace his statue with […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson: The Real Election Day Surprise
Given all the controversy surrounding Florida’s elections and vote recounts, it’s easy to miss the real Election Day surprise — the gains made by black women vying for state legislative seats. These down-ballot victories often get overlooked when compared to top-of-ticket races or controversial ballot initiatives that draw voter interest. Winning seats in the Florida […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Inducted into Miami Edison Hall of Fame
Yolanda Cash Jackson, shareholder in our Government Law & Lobbying Group, has been inducted into the Miami Edison Hall of Fame. Now in its second year, the annual event recognizes alumni, faculty, and staff members of the Miami Edison Community who have made noteworthy accomplishments in an array of fields including education, community involvement and […]
Read MoreDaily Business Review Selects Yolanda Cash Jackson as Most Effective Lawyer
The Daily Business Review is announcing its 14th annual Most Effective Lawyers recognizing their stellar achievements for clients in the past year. By far the most competitive categories were class action/mass torts and complex/business litigation, reflecting the dominance of challenging and nuanced litigation as well as the mastery of its South Florida practitioners. Attorneys handled […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Hosts Andrew Gillum Fundraiser
Yolanda Cash Jackson helped to host a successful fundraiser for Andrew Gillum’s gubernatorial campaign this week in our Miami office. Pictured left to right: Yolanda Cash Jackson, Tony Brunson, Mayor Andrew Gillum, Marilyn Holifield, Willie Logan. Read the full article here.
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson on the November Electoral Landscape
Shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson says voters willing to embrace change in this Miami Times article. Read the full article here.
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Quoted in The Miami Times
Shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson calls for more representation in a Miami Times article featuring U.S. Representative candidate Michael Hepburn. Read Full Article
Read MoreGov. Scott Signs Bethune Statue Bill – Big Win for State Lobbying Team
On March 18, Governor Rick Scott signed a bill making it official – a statue of civil-rights leader and educator Mary McLeod Bethune will replace the current statue of a Confederate general as a representative of Florida in the U.S. Capitol. Yolanda Cash Jackson, Mario Bailey and our entire lobbying team in Tallahassee led the […]
Read MoreBethune Statue Bill a Big Win for State Lobbying Team
Spearheaded by Yolanda Cash Jackson, Mario Bailey and our entire lobbying team in Tallahassee, Governor Rick Scott is poised to sign a bill that will lead to a statue of civil-rights leader and educator Mary McLeod Bethune replacing the likeness of a Confederate general as a representative of Florida in the U.S. Capitol. Read more about […]
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A Stellar 2017 for Tallahassee Lobbying Team
As reported in today’s FloridaPolitics and to paraphrase Frank Sinatra, they had a very good year. Read the full article here: http://floridapolitics.com/archives/256624-becker-poliakoff-brings-530k-q4-2-75m-2017
Read MoreBethune Statue Bill a Big Win for Our State Lobbying Team
Congratulations to Yolanda Cash Jackson, Mario Bailey and our entire lobbying team in Tallahassee! With Gov. Rick Scott poised to sign a bill that will lead to a statue of civil-rights leader and educator Mary McLeod Bethune replacing the likeness of a Confederate general as a representative of Florida in the U.S. Capitol, we tip our […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Inducted into the Children Of Inmates League of Superheroes
In recognition of her “Superheroic” efforts for the organization, Yolanda Cash Jackson, shareholder in our Government Law & Lobbying Group, will be inducted into the Children Of Inmates League of Superheroes. The induction ceremony will be held in the State Capital Rotunda at 10am on February 13. Already a three-year inductee, Yolanda will become a […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Honored by University of Florida
Yolanda Cash Jackson, shareholder in our Government Law & Lobbying group, has been selected as a 2018 “Gator Great.” Ms. Jackson will be honored by the University of Florida Association of Black Alumni – South Florida Chapter, at an awards dinner on February 8 for her distinguished career as one of the state’s leading lobbyists […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Selected as a 2018 “Gator Great”
Congratulations to Yolanda Cash Jackson, shareholder in our Government Law & Lobbying Group, on her selection as a 2018 “Gator Great.” Yolanda will be honored as a 2018 University of Florida Association of Black Alumni – South Florida Chapter “Gator Great” at an awards dinner on February 8 in Boca Raton. Yolanda continues to make her […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson and Hugo Alvarez Nominated as Legal Luminary Finalists
Hugo Alvarez, shareholder in our Business Litigation group, and Yolanda Cash Jackson, shareholder in our Government Law & Lobbying group, have been nominated as Legal Luminary Award finalists by the Dade County Bar Association. Mr. Alvarez is a nominee in the Insurance category, Ms. Jackson in the Lobbying & Government Relations category. With over 71,000 […]
Read More“Sister to Sister” Networking Event Fosters a First in Lauderdale Lakes
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – June 22, 2017 – Becker & Poliakoff shareholder and state lobbyist Yolanda Cash Jackson and Lauderdale Lakes Mayor Hazelle P. Rogers met in 2000 and their careers have intersected ever since. Each woman has dedicated her professional life to advancing the interests of underrepresented communities throughout Florida, Ms. Jackson as an attorney […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Receives League of Superheroes Award
Yolanda Cash Jackson, shareholder in our Ft. Lauderdale and Tallahassee offices, was inducted for the third year into the Children of Inmates League of Superheroes class. At a May 2, 2017, press conference in the State Capitol Rotunda, Ms. Cash Jackson was recognized for her heroic efforts on behalf of the Children of Inmates program, having guided legislative efforts […]
Read MoreThe News Service of Florida has five questions for Yolanda Cash Jackson
Lobbyist Yolanda Cash Jackson has been involved in the legislative process across three decades. She has represented a wide range of clients, from non-profits and charities to businesses deep in into industry wars. One of the Capitol’s relatively few African-American women lobbyists, Jackson currently represents clients as diverse as Bethune-Cookman University, Gulf Power, AT&T and […]
Read MoreBank-credit Union Battle, Insurance Clash Likely in Tallahassee
It’s still early in the year, and the 2017 session of the Florida Legislature won’t begin until March, but observers already have some ideas about what state legislation might affect Miami’s financial services community. “There will be a fight between the banks and the credit unions, because there always is,” said Yolanda Cash Jackson, a shareholder […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Talks Politics – Miami Herald
By Alex Blencowe Special to The Miami Times According to the Office of Economic and Demographic Research Census, the Hispanic population in Florida grew from about 17 percent in 2000, to 23 in 2010, and is expected to reach 27 percent in 2030. The past, present and future of Florida demographics is changing, creating new […]
Read MoreNeedle in a Haystack: Yolanda Cash Jackson is an Ideological Sphinx in an Increasingly Polarized Dynamic – Influence Magazine
By Ryan Ray | Photos by Mary Beth Tyson Despite a few superficial differences, Becker & Poliakoff’s Yolanda Cash Jackson is your typical high-powered Tallahassee lobbyist. Except more so. The 1992 redistricting that gave rise to so-called “minority-access” districts, Hurricane Andrew and its aftermath, the dawn of GOP dominance in the statehouse and governor’s mansion, the 2000 Bush […]
Read MoreShe’s an Insider’s Insider – Influence Magazine
She’s an insider’s insider, while also reflecting a story not always evidenced in the stodgy halls of state power: the growing power of people of color in Florida government. A double Gator, she received a bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Florida and a law degree from the school’s Levin College of […]
Read MoreMinority Powerbrokers Q&A: Becker & Poliakoff’s Jackson – Law 360
National Black Caucus of State Legislators Elects Yolanda Cash Jackson to Corporate Round Table Board
FT. LAUDERDALE, January 9, 2014 – The Becker & Poliakoff law firm proudly announces that the Corporate Round Table (CRT) of the National Black Caucus of State Legislators (NBCSL) has elected Yolanda Cash Jackson to a two-year term on the Board beginning in 2014. Ms. Jackson will be installed as a new officer of CRT during […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson featured in “Leading”, FIU’s Center for Leadership Newsletter
When Yolanda Cash Jackson was in a play in first grade, in addition to memorizing her own parts, she knew all the other children’s lines, too. Ms. Jackson’s mother says her daughter was bossy but some people say that’s a sign of being a born leader. “You might be born as a leader but you need to […]
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Networking Key to Success for Busy Lawyer-Lobbyist – Miami Herald
Becker & Poliakoff Elects Two New Management Committee Members
FT. LAUDERDALE, FL, February 9, 2009 – Becker & Poliakoff, P.A., a diversified commercial law firm with more than 130 attorneys in 13 Florida offices, New York City, New Jersey, Nassau (Bahamas) and Prague, today announced that the firm’s shareholders elected shareholders Yolanda Cash Jackson and Rosa M. de la Camarato the Management Committee, which determines the strategic direction and […]
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