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Peter G. Kelly

b. 1938

American lobbyist

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About Peter G. Kelly

Born 1938. Peter G. Kelly is an American lobbyist.

Peter Galbraith Kelly Sr. (born 1938) is an American lobbyist and political consultant. He received the 2015 Luminary Award in The World Affairs Council of CT.

Education After education at Georgetown University and Yale Law School. Kelly founded his own law firm, Updike, Kelly and Spellacy.

Career He served as the Democratic National Committee treasurer (1979–1981) and finance chair (1981–1985). He served as senior political advisor to Al Gore in 1988 and 2000, Bill Clinton in 1992 and 1996, and John Kerry in 2004.

Kelly was a founding partner Black, Manafort, Stone and Kelly (BMSK) and its successor, Black, Kelly, Scruggs & Healey (BKSH & Associates), one of the most powerful lobbying firms in the United States, owned by public relations powerhouse Burson-Marsteller.

Activity in international relations

After retiring from BKSH, Kelly worked with The PBN Company,

Personal life

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Important facts

Born
1938
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Lobbyist
Nationality
United States
Employers
Black, Manafort, Stone and Kelly, BKSH & Associates Worldwide

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Peter G. Kelly?

American lobbyist

When was Peter G. Kelly born?

Peter G. Kelly was born in 1938.

What is Peter G. Kelly's occupation?

Peter G. Kelly is a lobbyist.

What nationality is Peter G. Kelly?

Peter G. Kelly is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Peter G. Kelly

· Wikidata: Q7174133

· DBpedia: Peter G. Kelly

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