Nicholas Manis

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Nicholas Manis

( Maryland,  )

Manis Canning & Associates

Introduction

One of the premier lobbying firms in Annapolis, Manis Canning & Associates (MCA) has been representing the interests of its clients for almost 50 years, dating back to 1974. Our team collectively has more than 100 years of experience working with legislatures, executives, and regulators in local, state and federal governments.

We provide creative, proactive government affairs, public relations, business and trade association management strategies and programs to a diverse group of clients. We conduct ourselves in a bipartisan manner and pride ourselves in our ability to build and manage effective grassroots organizations and issue-based coalitions. We believe credibility is essential to maintaining our firm's good name and the good name of our clients, and preserving that commodity is of paramount importance.

Recommendations  Client List  Number of Years as a Lobbyist  Biography 
Recommendations

  • "The Motion Picture Association of America began its relationship with MCA in 1974, working with Co-Founder George Manis. We can't imagine working with anyone else. They anticipate our issues and their professionalism and integrity is unmatched in Annapolis. For decades, it has been clear to MPAA that their relationships with elected leaders are based on trust and mutual respect." - Vans Stevenson, Senior Vice President, State Government Affairs, Motion Picture Association of America
  • "No matter how large or small, I can always trust MCA to dive into the substance of an issue. Their experience working at the highest levels of State and local government gives them a unique command of both the process and the issues. There is no one I'd rather work with in Annapolis." - Anne Lindner, Vice President of State Legislative Affairs, Pepco Holdings
  • "MCA continues to help us navigate the complexities of one of the largest and most important urban renewal projects in the country, Port Covington. Available at all times, day or night, I know I can count on them for their strong grasp of the issues and effective leadership." - Marc Weller, President and CEO Weller Development Company
  • "We turned to MCA help secure funding for our new Regional Youth Workforce and Innovation Center. They have become a trusted partner and advisor, not just for our new Center, but also on efforts to expand career and technical exploration in the K-12 school system." - Jennifer Bodensiek, President and CEO, Junior Achievement of Central Maryland
  • "We added MCA to our team when we needed timely advice on an issue of great importance to the company. They quickly brought themselves up to speed and knew the players to get the job done. We can't thank them enough for their results- oriented approach. Their knowledge of all levels and branches of Maryland government has been invaluable." - Brett Kelly, Vice President, Fraport Maryland (formerly Airmall Maryland)
  • "It isn't easy to start a new business - let alone a new industry. MCA gave the medical cannabis growers and processors in our organization instant credibility, and a powerful voice in Annapolis. With their help, we have gotten our businesses off the ground and are delivering a safe, reliable and affordable medical product to Maryland patients." - Jake Van Wingerden, owner of SunMed Growers and past President of the Maryland Wholesale Medical Cannabis Trade Association (CANMD)
  • "I've worked with MCA for many years, and I have always been impressed by their thorough approach to government affairs. They work in a bipartisan manner to get results for their clients and they are clearly respected on both sides of the aisle by elected officials and staff alike. The MCA team has helped facilitate relationships and presented opportunities for me to communicate directly with policymakers about issues important to my business." - Gary Mangum, co-Founder of ForwardGro and former CEO of Bell Nursery

    • Clients

    1) Adventist HealthCare, Inc.

    2) Alkermes

    3) American Chemistry Council

    4) Baltimore Cyber Range LLC dba BCR Cyber

    5) Baltimore Ravens

    6) Baltimore Urban Revitalization LLC

    7) Baltimore Washington Rapid Rail, LLC

    8) BMG Money

    9) Boys & Girls Clubs of America

    10) Cable Telecommunications Association of Maryland and Delaware

    11) CBAC Gaming, LLC (Horseshoe Casino)

    12) Chesapeake Urology Associates, LLC

    13) Cigna

    14) Constellation Energy Generation, LLC

    15) Council for Responsible Nutrition

    16) Entertainment Software Association

    17) FRAPORT Maryland, Inc.

    18) Hikma Specialty USA, Inc. c/o Velocity BioGroup

    19) Holcim Participations (US) Inc.

    20) Hub International Mid-Atlantic, Formerly Neff & Associates

    21) Junior Achievement of Central Maryland

    22) Maryland Academy of Advanced Practice Clinicians

    23) Maryland Appraisers Coalition

    24) Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants

    25) Maryland Beer Wholesalers Association, Inc.

    26) Maryland Orthopaedic Association

    27) Maryland Patient Care and Access Coalition

    28) Maryland Transportation Policy Coalition

    29) Maryland Wholesale Cannabis Trade Association

    30) Maryland Works, Inc.

    31) Motion Picture Association, Inc.

    32) National Association of Industrial and Office Properties, Maryland

    33) Northeast Maglev, LLC, The

    34) Northrop Grumman Corporation

    35) Parsons Transportation Group Inc.

    36) Pepco Holdings, Inc.

    37) Pfizer Inc.

    38) Phantom Fireworks Showrooms, LLC

    39) RAI Services Company

    40) RSM US LLP

    41) Sagamore Whiskey, LLC

    42) Synergics Wind Energy, LLC

    43) Teach for America

    44) Toyota Motor North America, Inc.

    45) Under Armour

    46) Washington County Community Coalition

    47) Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission

    Number of Years as a Lobbyist

    20+ years

    Biography

    Nicholas G. Manis, the son of MCA co-founder George Manis and managing partner of the firm, has presided over legislative and special event successes on behalf of clients such as the Motion Picture Association of America, the Baltimore Ravens, the Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants and Pfizer.

    Nick has been an accomplished lobbyist and legislative analyst for more than 25 years and has played an instrumental role in forging innovative and economically enhancing business partnerships among clients. He is proud to see MCA continuously ranked as one of the top lobbying firms in Maryland and the growth the firm has experienced during his time here. He has represented clients in matters related to sports entertainment, taxes, professional licensing, gaming, transportation, insurance, franchises, business regulation, information technology, environmental regulation, mergers and acquisitions, pharmaceuticals and healthcare.

    In 1989, Nick's business bent led him to co-found Manis & Wright Realty, a premier residential and commercial realty firm that grew from modest beginnings to a successful 40 associates company that merged with the largest real estate company in Maryland.

    Nick graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park in 1980. He was the captain of the varsity lacrosse team during his time at College Park.

    A native of Annapolis, Nick is involved in many local business and community organizations including the Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce, the University of Maryland Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Cancer Center Board of Advisors, Annapolis Youth Lacrosse Association, and the Maryland Chamber of Commerce. He was presented the Louis L. Goldstein Award in 1998 in recognition of his efforts on behalf of the Maryland Alcohol Beverage Industry. He is married with two children.

    Last Updated: March 17, 2024