Senator Kent Conrad:
“During his tenure in my office, some of [Bob Van Heuvelen’s] most notable accomplishments include coordinating disaster relief for the devastating 1997 flood of Grand Forks, spearheading the work of a tobacco task force to formulate a strong public health response to the tobacco settlements, fighting for a fair Medicare distribution formula and estate tax reform. He also made great strides in developing strong working relations with both his Democratic and Republican colleagues. Bob has helped organize monthly breakfasts, dinners, and policy meetings for chiefs of staff of both parties, fostering a sense of bipartisanship, an accomplishment which is truly praiseworthy.”

Senator Byron Dorgan:
“You were an MVP in the Senate.”

Roger Levy, Senior Vice President, Genworth Financial:
“When we looked for someone who could offer the experience, reputation and strategic advice we needed to help navigate complex issues in a challenging political environment, we turned to Bob Van Heuvelen at VH Strategies. Few in this town combine good political instincts, sound judgment and broad reach as effectively as VH Strategies. They add confidence and success to our team.”

Jonathan Phillips, Chief Operating Officer, Renewable Biofuels, Inc.:
“Bob and his team have done an outstanding job of leading a directed and targeted effort for my company in an infant industry when many others would have not taken on the assignment. They are total pros.”

Mike Ahearn, CEO of First Solar:
“Bob, I also know the way things work on the Hill. Your reputation, your endorsement of us as a thoughtful company that should be listened to, and your connections to the chiefs of staff were incredibly important in getting us in the door and getting the respectful ear of the staff. Terrific!! … I know that you … have worked very hard to get all of those meetings lined up. I thought the meetings went great and a lot of that was due to the credibility you brought walking into the meetings.”

John Thomas, General Manager, Commerical Vehicles and Environmental and Regulatory Affairs, Webasto Product North America:
“Bob, I really appreciated the professional representation that you and the rest of your team brought to our recent activities on the Hill. You provided my organization with the strategic insight on how to cut through the red tape and deliver our messages in a way that was well received by our target audience. Your team opened doors and gained access to key congressional decision makers that have helped us to achieve our corporate goals. I would recommend VH Strategies to any organization that is looking for professional, honest representation in Washington.”

Mark Goldhaber, Vice President, Genworth Financial:
“I wanted to say ‘Thank You’ for your help in extending [mortgage insurance] deductibility. It was a great prize for Genworth mortgage insurance and it was a wonderful team effort.”