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SANDOVAL ASSOCIATES is an experienced and successful Government Relations/ Regulatory Affairs / Media Affairs/ Executive / Lobbying Firm with 9+ years of experience gained on the Capitol or within the Executive branch representing organizations, forging relationships, negotiating legislative provisions that advance the interests of an organization and enhance the bottom line of a company. Highest ethical standards. We're experts in the public policy process, as well as accomplished business strategists and skilled administrators, with a history of achievement at leading companies in diverse industries through the ever-increasing maze of legislative and regulatory challenges. Our background includes repeated successes at achieving short-and long-term growth goals, driving a company's top and bottom lines, gaining a strategic advantage over the competition and protecting and enhancing brand image and reputation. Industries include not-for-profit associations, large international and domestic non-governmental organizations and leading U.S. and multi-national companies, consumer product manufacturing, importing and retail, financial services, transportation, entertainment, labor organizations, as well as trade organizations. Proven ability to work effectively "both sides of the aisle." Our core competencies, relevant areas of knowledge and key qualifications include:Coalition Building, Crisis Management, Corporate Strategy, Government Affairs, Grassroots Advocacy, Innovative Problem Solving, Issues Management, Key Contact Strategy, Legislative Expertise, Legislative and Political Presentations, Legislative, Political and Public Relations Strategies, Lobbying, Media/Community/Industry Relations, Negotiating Skills, Parliamentary Procedures, Project Coordination and Budget Management, Regulatory Affairs and Compliance, PAC Management and Administration, Political Fundraising, Political Presentations, Profile-Raising, Public Policy Research and Dev..more

Budgeting ● Planning ● Management ● Financial AnalysisUnder the general direction of the Program Manager, played a vital role in the operation of the Monitoring & Management Owner Loan Program (OLM); performed loan security and regulatory activities as they applied to residential properties, including single-family homes and rental housing development (one to four units); assisted with mortgage loans under the following programs: California Disaster Assistance Program (CALDAP), State Earthquake Rehabilitation Assistance Program (SERA), California Homeownership Assistance Program (CHAP), Mobilehome Park Assistance Program (MPAP), California Self-Help Housing Program (CSHHP), Deferred Payment Rehabilitation Loan Program (DPRLP), and the Special User Housing Rehabilitation Program (SUHRP); prepared financial analysis and made recommendations to management for projects involved in foreclosure actions (upon receipt of defaults, notice of sale documents); negotiated with project owners for loan workouts to resolve defaults, etc.; assisted management with the disposition of REO properties; reviewed and approved documentation to certify borrower’s program eligibility and other security issues with respect to real property, like verifying payment of real estate taxes, insurance coverage and adequate amounts of protection for each individual project; processed loan transactions, including: subordinations, assumptions, short sales, loan extensions, etc.; reviewed and verified amount and terms of existing and proposed new loans, closing costs statements, and current property appraisal and credit reports; verified completeness of record retention in the loan files, including security documents (recordation, proper lien position, etc.,) and originals to store in the secure file room; updated loan database and tracking system; responded to local agencies, lenders, and owners or tenants with regards to program statutes, regulations and policies.

Represented a City of Sacramento City Council District of 50,000 people with high needs. Performed significant project/issue management. Developed proposal for an Infill Strategy Program to further promote high quality infill development, both residential and non-residential, that contributed greatly to the surrounding area and helped achieve the City’s needs, supported air quality and transit goals, eliminated blight, enhanced neighborhoods, and provided economic development opportunities. Conducted policy research. Compiled and analyzed data for special District projects and reports. Assisted in community capacity building (public-private partnerships). Participated in constituency work, focus areas included; education, collaboratives, redevelopment, transportation, blight and crime reduction strategies, design and planning.

Planned and directed the overall operations of a statewide, general election, political campaign, including registration of voters; was responsible for staff selection and direction, and budget preparation and administration; dealt with the media, public agencies, candidates, and the general public concerning the election and voter registration process; established timetables and coordinated activities to meet the deadlines by the various election codes; planned, organized, assigned, supervised and evaluated the work of a 5-25 subordinate staff and temporary workers; analyzed current policies, procedures, codes, rules, and regulations; defined problem areas and implemented improved procedures and methods; and established working relationships with local and state agencies; demonstrated written and verbal competency in Spanish and English.

Provided various clerical and administrative duties including assisting the personnel, budget and other administrative staff in the completion of background investigations by the Department of Justice that included checks with present and former employers, military records and credit bureaus, verifications of tax filings, attendance at institutions of higher learning, and drug testing by urinalysis; Coordinated the District motor pool; Procured office furniture, equipment, and accessories; Issued DOJ identification cards; Filed civil and criminal lawsuits with the Clerk of the U.S. District Court; Assisted the Victim/Witness Unit in making sure that victims of federal crimes and their family members were treated with compassion, fairness and respect; Collaborated with the Victim Witness Program Manager to assist innocent clients who were involved in the federal criminal justice system either as a victim or a witness and provided services to these victims; Assisted with the development and administration of public meetings, forums, and conferences, including agenda development, speaker selection, marketing, and document production; Provided outreach efforts focusing on vulnerable victimized communities, including victims of hate crimes, child abuse, and government program fraud; Assisted the Law Enforcement Coordinating Committee, Law Enforcement Coordinator, and the U.S. Attorney in improving coordination and cooperation among law enforcement agencies to enhance the effectiveness of the criminal justice system within a federal judicial district by participating on law enforcement panels, local and statewide committees, law enforcement task forces, training, program development and facilitation, project assistance, funding for law enforcement related activities and programs, assistance with writing and acquiring federal grants, and when requested, serving as an ombudsman to District law enforcement agencies.

Amended and proofread bills; Processed legislation, analyses, and paperwork; Served as liaison between the Assembly, Senate, Secretary of State, and Governor's Office; Exercised floor privileges; Performed a variety of tasks in different areas, including drafting and staffing legislation; Tracked legislation; Wrote committee analyses; Responded to constituent letters; Wrote speeches; Spoke to groups; Researched and analyzed legislative policy issues; Worked with constituents, lobbyists, and other groups; Worked with committee staff members; Analyzed bills before they were heard in committee and assisted in the planning of informational hearings.

Planned, organized and provided leadership and policy direction for the Resource Management Agency and its operating departments by rewriting the Agency policies and procedures manual which directed agency operations, including environmental health services, land use planning, building inspection, floodplain management and transportation management and roads; Developed and implemented uniform policies and management techniques for the agency; Established and coordinated the uniformity and compatibility of all research, environmental review, permit processing, plan checking, inspection and enforcement functions of the agency; Advised the Director of the Resource Management Agency on policies regarding resource management. In the process of rewriting the Agency policies and procedures manual, I conferred with other county departments, state and federal agencies and representatives of business and industry on matters relating to agency policies and practices; Coordinated the development, establishment and review of the agency and department work programs and performance standards. Reviewed and evaluated existing programs, policies and procedures and recommended appropriate changes; Made recommendations in the selection and professional development of subordinate managers; made presentations before governmental bodies, professional organizations and other public groups; Established and maintained effective working relations with elected and appointed officials, state and federal agencies, industry representatives, employees and the public; Responded to requests for information from the general public, other internal departments, other agencies and employees; Investigated customer complaints and took steps necessary to resolve them; Compiled and analyzed a variety of data and information and prepared related reports; scheduled and coordinated a variety of meetings, conferences, phone calls, and/or other related events.

Built networks of members, community based organizations, and local leaders, to be a part of the movement, locally and nationwide; Fostered and developed a sense of community and shared identity within membership in the assigned regional area; Planned and hosted events in collaboration with local leaders to recruit new members (i.e.: advocacy trainings, policy discussions, get-together events, panel discussions, etc.); Maintained and produced regular reports about member recruitment and engagement efforts; Under the direction of the Director of Outreach, communicated all policy positions of the Committee agenda related to national, state and local issues clearly to local leaders and members in the assigned regional area; Maintained accurate financial records/expense reports regarding authorized reimbursements and mileage reports; Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and excellent research and writing skills; Maintained a proven track record showing an ability to motivate and influence others and connect with communities; Exercised an ability to manage many tasks simultaneously; Possessed experience field organizing for a political campaign, event planning, local fundraising, mobilizing volunteers, and canvassing for a political campaign or issue; Familiarity with the structure of political campaigns and familiarity with campaign technology; Experienced managing staff and/or volunteers; Willing and able to work and travel irregular hours (weekend and evenings as required); Demonstrated written and verbal competency in Spanish and English.