WASHINGTON, D.C., September 8, 2025 - Howard Schweitzer, Chief Executive Officer of Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies (CPS), has been named to the Fast Company Impact Council, an invitation-only collective of the most innovative leaders in business. The Council brings together top executives, founders, visionaries, designers, and changemakers from companies such as Abbott, Deloitte, Delta Airlines, Oracle, Verizon, and Visa to explore how innovation can drive progress across business. 

As CEO of CPS—a multijurisdictional, bipartisan government relations and communication firm—Howard leads more than 50 professionals across nine offices along the East Coast and Midwest. He guides the firm’s strategy and oversees client advocacy at every level of government, navigating challenges at the intersection of business and government. With decades of experience spanning public service and private-sector advisory roles, Howard has become a trusted voice on the political, legislative, and regulatory forces influencing business decisions in real time. His appointment to the Council reflects his commitment to bridging the worlds of government and business to deliver meaningful results.