It’s Not Just The Money: How Businesses Can Attract Top Government Talent

N/A U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, DC on Feb 21, 2023. Former Members of Congress and their staff bring a lot of value to businesses. ANDY FELICIOTTI/UNSPLASH

Ron Klain’s resi­­­­gnation as White House Chief of Staff made him the highest-profile of many administration departures. His next job isn’t known; but he’ll likely follow many former Biden officials who since mid-2021 have turned their knowledge and relationships into big private-sector bucks at lobbying firms, public relations agencies, and businesses which want more access to Washington, D.C. 

Then-outgoing Chief of Staff Ron Klain listens as U.S. President Joe Biden delivers remarks during an event to welcome his new Chief of Staff Jeffrey Zients in the East Room of the White House on February 01, 2023, in Washington, DC. Many top companies gravitate to post-White House staff in the private sector where most had done well due to their accomplishments. KEVIN DIETSCH/GETTY IMAGES