About our Team

Scott Penman founded The Penman Group Government Solutions and C2C Association Management Solutions through a strategic partnership with C2C's co-founder and owner, Jill Hancock.

This partnership allows the two firms to maximize one-another’s client affairs with greater staff capacity, a shared location, and a more comprehensive array of skills and expertise. Scott and Jill serve as founders & partners of their respective firms, maintaining their ability to operate independently, but sharing various aspects of executive office management.

Scott Penman and Kaycee Nail are key members of The Penman Group, dedicating their time primarily to government affairs. Jill Hancock and Tammy Miller primarily act in their role as members of C2C, while also providing a critical support and expertise to specific aspects of The Penman Group’s government affairs.

Also key to our clients' success is our ability to build a team of strategic allies in the Capitol.

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D. SCOTT PENMAN

OWNER & FOUNDER

In his nearly 30 years in the Capitol, Scott Penman has earned a trusted reputation as a key player in Missouri politics. Known for successfully managing complicated policy issues and maintaining relationships on both sides of the aisle, Scott provides clients with critical insight into Missouri policymaking, coupled with integrity and honesty at every step.

Scott's experience has afforded him expertise on a wide array of policy issues from decades of meaningful partnerships. During his tenure in policy work, Scott’s leadership has ranged from coordinating teams of lobbyists on mutual issues over multiple firms, to being the solo antagonist opposing and negotiating legislation.

His recent work awarded Scott recognition for “the best lobbying on a single bill” in The Missouri Scout (2018).

Scott oversees all aspects of The Penman Group's legislative and policy affairs. His time in the Missouri Capitol is reserved primarily for strategic client representation, engaging with policymakers through one-on-one meetings, testifying before legislative committees, and forging critical relationships.

When he’s not managing The Penman Group, Scott is likely traveling to one of his favorite fly fishing spots or taking his family on a camping trip in Colorado.

KAYCEE NAIL

Director of Government Affairs

Managing Director, Washington, DC

Kaycee began in the Missouri Capitol in 2016. Since that time, she has excelled in every aspect of the process, working closely with clients to execute policy action plans and craft legislation.

Kaycee resides parts of the year both in Jefferson City and in Washington DC, recently establishing the Penman Group, Washington DC, where she serves as managing director. When in DC, Kaycee leverages opportunities to introduce our clients and their issues to Missouri’s congressional delegation and their staff.

Kaycee has earned a reputation as a dedicated hard worker whom clients can truly depend on for insight and support. When she’s not working with clients, Kaycee focuses on innovative ways to reach state elected officials on their issues through
evidence-based research, strategic messaging development, and close communication with legislators and their staff.

Kaycee was recently recognized by her peers in The Missouri Times “30 Under 30: Leaders of Tomorrow, Class of 2018.” Her passion for improving the lives of Missourians through lasting policy solutions stems from her background in non-profit programming.

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JILL HANCOCK

AFFILIATE MANAGING PARTNER

Jill serves a critical role in government affairs at The Penman Group while also managing our our affiliate association management firm, C2C Association Management Solutions. Nationally recognized for her work, in 2016 Jill was named Outstanding State Executive Director for her leadership on behalf of the Missouri Society of Eye Physicians & Surgeons by the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

At The Penman Group, Jill maximizes clients’ state affairs by connecting them with national associations - which provides access to leading experts with their same mission and critical financial resources to support lobbying efforts. Jill also manages administrative client relations and political giving; provides general executive management alongside Scott; and oversees client advocacy and lobbying day planning.

Madison Eacret

Government affairs associate

Madison joined the Penman Group with six years of policy research and advocacy experience in various settings, including Operation Food Search, Harvard University Department of Sociology, The Office of Washington State Senator David Frockt, and AARP Minnesota. She specializes in policy research, analysis and strategic communications to help organizations make informed decisions, develop strategies and build community partnerships.

Madison led the WIC Innovation Project at Operation Food Search, where she worked with the Social Policy Institute at Washington University in St. Louis to identify barriers to utilizing the WIC program through statewide surveys and interviews. She leveraged the information gathered to build a partnership with the Missouri WIC Bureau. Together, they addressed barriers by creating and testing supplemental training materials for WIC participants and retailers.

Madison earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology of Law, with a minor in Public Health from the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities. Madison grew up and currently lives in St. Louis County. In her free time, she likes to rollerskate, garden, ride bikes, and spend time with family and friends.

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TAMMY MILLER

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Tammy comes to the Penman Group with 35 plus years of service as an Executive/ Administrative Assistant. Most of her career has involved professional association work. Tammy’s favorite responsibilities in the association field are scheduling meetings and facilitation of conference organization.

Tammy has committed her life to helping others. This passion has been realized through her employment at the Special Learning Center in Jefferson City and a local retirement community where she worked tirelessly in multiple roles to meet the needs of students and residents.

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Caleb Haydock

Graduate Student Assistant

Caleb is a highly motivated professional with a passion for policy-making and community engagement. Currently enrolled at DePaul's School of Public Service receiving a Master's Degree in Public Policy, Caleb has dedicated himself to furthering his knowledge and expertise in the field of local government and nonprofit work. He resides in Chicago since the fall of 2022 and works to actively contribute to the community. Caleb's background is in the film industry, which provided him the opportunity to work on international projects and gain invaluable insights into different global contexts. These experiences continue to shape his worldview and fuel his drive to utilize his managerial and leadership skills for policy and nonprofit endeavors. At the Penman Group, Caleb assists Scott and Kaycee with client activities and Capitol work. He also works closely with our affiliate association management firm.

STRATEGIC ALLIES

There are times a client or a specific issue requires the combined efforts of multiple lobbyists and firms. The decision to engage additional support depends on the breadth or complexity each issue presents, and occasionally, it is also necessary to engage allies based on their unique relationships with certain elected officials. The Penman Group expands our team through close-working relationships with trusted firms with proven track records.