About WML

Wendy M. Lazarus, Principal

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Wendy’s decades of experience and achievement in the areas of government affairs, healthcare and state tax policy, public affairs, and corporate social responsibility have made her a recognized leader in developing and implementing strategies that effectively impact legislative efforts. 

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At Pfizer, her 20 years spent in government relations, community relations and public affairs have given her a strong competency in building and managing relationships that drive business and policy goals. In addition to representing Pfizer with all public officials in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, Wendy served as Pfizer’s lead on all state tax legislation and regulations, with results that impacted tax policy nationally. 

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In her role as Director of Community Relations and Public Affairs, Wendy established Pfizer’s corporate social responsibility program in New Jersey and earned statewide recognition for community impact. The Pfizer program was quickly seen as a model for other corporate responsibility programs as it created the state’s first public private STEM program, a 600-person volunteer program and an international consumer products donation plan.

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Wendy’s background in Finance elevates WML Public Affairs to an uncommon level and capability as an advisor and strategic partner. As Finance Director at Pfizer for ten years, Wendy led a team of financial analysts in all areas of the pharmaceutical business and was a trusted advisor to senior leadership in marketing and manufacturing.

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Wendy launched her career as a consultant in investor relations and learned early on that relationships, trust and integrity lead to successful outcomes.

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Wendy holds An MBA in Finance from New York University and a BA in Economics and Spanish from Binghamton University.  Wendy is proficient in Spanish.