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 while sharing various aspects of executive office management.

Scott Penman and Kaycee Nail lead The Penman Group’s government affairs practice. Together, they bring over forty years of combined experience providing policy tracking, in-depth analysis, and comprehensive engagement services. Scott continues to focus on state-level strategy and client representation, while Kaycee serves as Director of Congressional Affairs, based in Washington, D.C., where she established the firm’s federal practice and now manages its congressional engagement and national advocacy portfolio.

They are joined by Madison Eacret and Dr. Gloria Noble—both of whom play integral roles in delivering high-impact results for clients. Madison brings a strong background in policy research, strategy development, and advocacy across various settings. Gloria contributes deep expertise in federal and state policy, economic development, and grant management, grounded in a research-based approach.

Jill Hancock and Tammy Miller primarily act in their roles as members of C2C, while also providing critical support and expertise to specific aspects of The Penman Group’s government affairs work.

Together, our team offers a well-rounded, high-capacity support system to help clients achieve their policy goals and navigate both state and federal processes effectively. 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 over 30 years at 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 Congressional Affairs

Kaycee Nail has been with The Penman Group since its founding, bringing more than a decade of experience in legislative strategy, government affairs, and association management.

As Director of Congressional Affairs, Kaycee leads the firm’s federal advocacy work. After moving to Washington, D.C. five years ago, she established and grew The Penman Group’s federal book of business, successfully building out a presence on Capitol Hill while strengthening ties with congressional offices and national partners.

Kaycee is recognized for her ability to navigate both state and federal arenas, developing tailored policy action plans, executing advocacy strategies, and guiding clients through every stage of the government affairs process. Her collaborative approach ensures clients’ voices are heard and their priorities advanced in an increasingly complex policy environment.

In addition to her leadership at The Penman Group, Kaycee also serves as Manager of Government and Public Affairs at Shaw Bransford & Roth, P.C., a boutique Washington, D.C.–based firm nationally recognized for its expertise in employment law and government affairs.

Kaycee has been consistently recognized by peers and clients alike as a trusted strategist and tireless advocate. Her dedication to building meaningful relationships, combined with her track record of results, make her a key driver of The Penman Group’s growth and success.

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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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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.