YOUR MISSION
IS OUR MISSION
Civic Forge brings a rare mix of public sector experience and private sector execution. We understand how businesses and governments operate because we’ve been there, and we know how to engage government effectively to unlock funding, build lasting relationships with policymakers, and move projects forward.
A Track Record of Success
Bringing an in-house ethos, process, and capability set to an array of companies, governments and projects, helping clients go further and get there faster.
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Project Scale
$10M
15 jobs
Unique Challenges to Solve
Traditionally conservative community with history of abandoned economic development projects
Capabilities Deployed:
Government stakeholder engagement
Site Selection
Funding Opportunities & Other Incentive Capture
Regulatory & Permitting
Community Engagement & Social License to Operate
Labor Relations
Political Communications
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Project Scale
$20M CAPEX
75 jobs
Unique Challenges to Solve
Dense and sluggish regulatory jurisdiction
Significant opportunity to leverage facility investment for other business objectives
Capabilities Deployed
Government stakeholder engagement
Funding Opportunities & Other Incentive Capture
Regulatory & Permitting
Labor Relations
Political Communications
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Company Scale
400 jobs
Unique Challenges to Solve
Nascent company working in capital-intensive industry in need of non-dilutive funding sources
Funding Opportunities
Captured $47M in awards from federal and state levels in less than 2-year period
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Unique Challenges to Solve
Enabling large-scale electrification within a dense urban environment where infrastructure, regulatory timelines, and utility capacity are tightly constrained.
Capabilities Deployed:
Government stakeholder engagement
Regulatory & Permitting
Community Engagement & Social License to Operate
Political Communications
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Unique Challenges to Solve
Advised on and delivered a successful state funding strategy for a complex infrastructure project involving multiple stakeholders, regulatory constraints, and public access considerations.
Capabilities Deployed:
Government stakeholder engagement
Funding Opportunities & Other Incentive Capture
Community Engagement & Social License to Operate
Political Communications
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Unique Challenges to Solve
Translating local priorities into fundable, competitive projects that align with state policy, budget, and legislative dynamics.
Capabilities Deployed:
Government stakeholder engagement
Funding Opportunities & Other Incentive Capture
Regulatory
Political Communications
Adam Day
CO-FOUNDER & CEO
Adam is an accomplished government affairs leader with over 15 years of experience driving collaboration between public, private, and community stakeholders to achieve impactful outcomes. He has led high-profile initiatives such as securing multi million-dollar tax incentives, negotiating project labor agreements, and securing over $14 million in state and federal grants to support sustainability-focused projects in heavy industry. His expertise lies in aligning organizational objectives with the priorities of government and community partners to drive innovative solutions.
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A deep-rooted connection to the Pacific Northwest has shaped Adam’s career, including over a decade in the Washington State Senate, where he worked for both Republican and Democratic State Senators. This bipartisan experience gave him valuable insight into building consensus and navigating complex political landscapes. During his tenure, he worked closely with local governments, tribal partners, and community leaders on critical issues such as transportation infrastructure, financial policy, and health care.
A third-generation Washingtonian, Adam lives in West Seattle and finds joy in the region’s natural beauty. He’s passionate about native plants, sustainable gardening, and home design projects, from building animal enclosures to experimenting with permaculture. When he’s not working, you’ll find him cooking, baking, exploring national parks, hiking, and skiing across the state. He’s also always up for a good conversation about the quirks of Pacific Northwest life.
Access to Systems Engineering Services
Civic Forge is a member of the Sol Zero family of companies, providing access to systems engineering services that enable blended technical products for relevant clients. Whether a project calls for advanced technoeconomic modeling, technically cognizant site selection and preliminary site design, ad hoc insights, or other needs, we can achieve uniquely innovative solutions that set your project apart in the competitive landscape.
