Our Mission
Kissel, Kohout, ES Associates is proud to provide our clients with the best, most comprehensive government relations services the state of Nebraska has to offer. Fostering congenial, professional relationships with our clients allows us to know their needs inside and out, and it is then that we are able to use our extensive contacts within the state government to achieve the goals set forth by our clients. Our firm is bi-partisan, and willing to work with any and all stakeholders to ensure that our clients are the most satisfied in the state.
Clients we serve
Client Testimonials
“Joe Kohout has provided Ralston Public Schools with tremendous representation as our chief lobbyist. Joe's integrity and approach to engaging the issues that are important to RPS have been critical in assisting our district in building relationships with legislators. When Joe is speaking on behalf of Ralston I never question or worry what he is saying. We are truly fortunate to have him on our RPS team!”
Linda Richards
Former President, Ralston Public Schools Board of Education
“The team at Kissel, Kohout, ES Associates has worked for Nebraska's family-owned beer distributors for almost 10 years. They have done an outstanding job representing us on issues relating to defeating tax increases, defending our position in the three-tier system and deciphering the political system for our members. Together, we have protected an industry that provides 800 jobs across Nebraska, generates $16 Million in excise taxes and has an economic impact to the state of over $500 million."
Kristin Crawford
President & General Counsel, Associated Beverage Distributors of Nebraska
Where We Work
While much of our time is spent at the beautiful Nebraska State Capitol building, we do have offices in Nebraska’s two largest cities – Lincoln and Omaha.