Alex Caldeira is a Master's Student in Public Policy (Cyber Policy & Management) at American University at Mission Navy Yard. Colleagues describe them as "I had the pleasure of managing Alex during his internship at CRAFT during the spring and summer of 2024. Throughout our time working together, Alex proved to be a valuable team member. He consistently met and exceeded deadlines, demonstrating exceptional time management and reliability. His ability to communicate effectively made him a dependable collaborator who was always attuned to the team’s and client’s needs. One of Alex’s most notable qualities is his initiative. He quickly learned to anticipate tasks, often recognizing what needed to be done before I or the client had to ask. His proactive approach showed his dedication and ability to think critically about project needs. In addition, Alex’s copywriting skills were also impressive. He wrote ad copy that consistently performed well, adding value and improving ad performance across campaigns. Over the course of his internship, Alex showed growth and commitment to learning. With his proactive approach and excellent skill set, he will be a valuable asset to any team, and I highly recommend him." and "Alex was an excellent addition to the Government Relations & Public Policy department at HCPA as an intern. He did great research on emerging public policy issues, and wrote insightful summaries and communications content related to the organization's advocacy efforts. He also helped plan the association's advocacy day, coordinating meetings with members of Congress and their staff. Alex also always exhibited a willingness to learn and improve. He was thoughtful, professional, and courteous - everything you want to see in a staff member."