PITTSBURGH – January 9, 2020 – Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney announces that Randy P. Vulakovich, most recently the firm's chief administrative officer, is returning to the government relations group as senior principal.
Vulakovich brings decades of experience in government relations, as well as a leadership role during former governor Tom Corbett's campaign. In his new role, he will focus on helping clients develop, implement and manage comprehensive political and legislative strategies in a variety of industries.
"I'm pleased to welcome Randy back onto our government relations team. His knowledge of the political process, sharp business acumen, as well as ease with which he builds long-term relationships will be a tremendous asset to our state and local clients," said Leslie Gromis Baker, co-chair and managing director of Buchanan's State and Federal Government Relations practice.
"I'm passionate about helping our clients navigate legislative challenges and meet their business goals and strategic objectives through critical policy and regulatory changes," said Vulakovich.
Vulakovich has earned numerous accolades and has been recognized for his involvement in the Pittsburgh business community - in 2019, he was named to the Allegheny Conference on Community Development's Our Next 75 initiative steering committee; in 2018, he was selected as one of 10 Pittsburgh leaders to participate in an effort under Harvard Business School's U.S. Competitiveness Project known as the Young American Leaders Program, and in 2015 he was named a "Fast Tracker" by the Pittsburgh Business Times. Vulakovich received his B.S., M.B.A and M.L.L.S from Duquesne University.