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First Friday, August 2026: Public Affairs Trends: Data, Prediction Markets and the Changing Public Affairs Landscape
In the August 2026 episode of the Public Affairs Trends podcast, host Neil C. Hughes discusses key developments in public affairs, including the importance of effective data governance and the rise of prediction markets in political campaigns. The episode highlights the hiring of former CNN correspondent Kate Bennett by DCI Group and former Congressman Matt Salmon by Echo Canyon Consulting, emphasizing the growing need for integrated communications and government affairs expertise. The discussion underscores that success in public affairs increasingly relies on strategic decision-making and governance in the face of emerging technologies.
2026-08-07 · with Neil Hughes
