09/29/2025
Congrats to our team for being selected as a 2025 top lobbyist!
39. Empire Strategic Planning
Compensation: $1,890,000
Nick Spano, Maureen Kronau & John Spano / Grupp and Rose Photography; Upstate Photographers
Nick Spano, President
Maureen Kronau, Managing Director
John Spano, Senior Vice President
Biggest accomplishment:
“Our firm’s most significant achievement has been successfully navigating a challenging financial budget year in the state capital. Representing not for profits and hospitals across New York state, we helped restore crucial funding and prevented further cuts to essential programs. This reflects our dedication to the communities we serve.”
Key industries: Health care, housing, community services, law enforcement unions, nonprofits
Notable clients: Greater New York Hospital Association, Westchester Parks Foundation, New York Propane Gas Association, town of Ramapo, The Legal Aid Society of Westchester County
