access broker

noun

1. a lobbyist or public-relations executive who was formerly a political figure or otherwise has connections to high officials in a governmental administration.

Example Sentences

Genesis was a particularly prolific and user-friendly “initial access broker” whose services were used as a means for online fraud and ransomware attacks, according to the Justice Department.

From Washington Post

Kempner, a longtime Democratic fundraiser and liberal activist who could not be reached for comment, has been an active access broker for the Democratic party.

From Time