Joshua Waide supports the Lobbying & Policy team by monitoring congressional and regulatory developments, conducting policy research, and preparing timely analysis for the team and its clients.
His work includes tracking legislation and emerging policy issues, covering congressional hearings and other government activity, and developing materials that help inform client meetings and advocacy efforts. Josh also assists with congressional outreach and helps the team stay current on developments across a range of policy areas. Through this work, he contributes to the team’s ability to provide clients with informed, responsive support in a fast-moving policy environment.
Before joining Thompson Coburn, Josh served as a Government Affairs Intern at NVG, LLC, where he conducted research on a wide range of federal policy issues, coordinated meetings with members of Congress and their staff, and prepared analyses of legislative and regulatory developments. He also worked as a Legislative Intern in the office of U.S. Senator Chris Murphy, conducting policy research, assisting with constituent communications, and preparing summaries of congressional hearings and briefings for legislative staff. Earlier, as a Government Affairs Intern at Woodberry Associates, he tracked legislative and agency activity, developed policy briefs, and supported client advocacy efforts related to healthcare and other policy matters.
Josh earned his bachelor’s degree from The George Washington University.
I enjoy playing soccer with friends, going to the gym, and exploring new places. Whether I’m walking through the city or spending time outdoors, I’m always interested in discovering somewhere I haven’t been before.