Hills & Company was established in 1993 by Carla A. Hills, the former U.S. trade representative, to help businesses expand trade and investment worldwide. Their principals have unparalleled public and private sector experience in global business, trade, investment, economics, politics, and diplomacy.

Their analytical and advocacy efforts are enriched by a:

 

• Thorough, first-hand understanding of the decision-makers, customs, negotiating tactics, and business practices in various foreign countries;
• Broad range of knowledgeable and influential contacts in foreign government and business circles; and
• Significant language capability

In seeking to bring about policy change in a foreign country or region on behalf of a client, they work with the client on a comprehensive approach to:

 

• Analyze the issues, arguments, and relevant political and economic environments;
• Develop a strategy for building support, both internal and external, for change;
• Facilitate key contacts and introductions to support a negotiated and favorable outcome; and
• Persuade key figures in the public and private sectors in a foreign market to take the steps necessary to accomplish the client’s objectives