Andrew Friedson Email & Phone Number

Washington, Dc, Us

Glen Echo, Md

Bethesda, Md

Elected in 2018 as the youngest Councilmember in Montgomery County history. Re-elected in 2022 and tapped by colleagues to serve as the youngest ever Council Vice President.Chair the Planning, Housing & Parks Committee and serve on the Government Operations & Fiscal Policy Committee.

North Bethesda, Md

Rockville, Md

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Past Positions:TreasurerChair, Fiscal CommitteeExecutive CommitteeLegislative CommitteeServed as Chair 2016-2018. Previously served as Treasurer. Appointed by County Executive Ike Leggett to serve two terms on the Board of The Montgomery County Collaboration Council for Children, Youth and Families, a local management board that has brought together public and private service providers to address the needs of Montgomery County, Maryland's children under the age of 18… Show more Past Positions:TreasurerChair, Fiscal CommitteeExecutive CommitteeLegislative CommitteeServed as Chair 2016-2018. Previously served as Treasurer. Appointed by County Executive Ike Leggett to serve two terms on the Board of The Montgomery County Collaboration Council for Children, Youth and Families, a local management board that has brought together public and private service providers to address the needs of Montgomery County, Maryland's children under the age of 18, and their families. Comprised of 350+ public and private agencies, faith-based organizations, families, elected officials, businesses and community advocates, the Council: assesses community needs, sets priorities, targets resources, and oversees the delivery of services. Show less

Baltimore, Maryland

Appointed by the Governor to serve as one of nine members of the MSBDFA Board, a quasi-public organization that provides financing and other financial support to promote the viability and expansion of Maryland businesses owned by economically and socially disadvantaged entrepreneurs, as well as local small businesses that lack adequate access to private capital through normal financing channels.

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Vice Chair, Audit & Finance CommitteeABLE Implementation CommitteeABLE RFP Evaluation CommitteeServed a second term as a Board Member and fiduciary for the State of Maryland's 529 program, overseeing over $6 billion in total assets in the Maryland Prepaid College Trust, the Maryland College Investment Plan and the newly established ABLE (Achieving Better Life Experiences) Plan expected to launch in Fall 2017 to serve individuals with qualifying disabilities. I previously served… Show more Vice Chair, Audit & Finance CommitteeABLE Implementation CommitteeABLE RFP Evaluation CommitteeServed a second term as a Board Member and fiduciary for the State of Maryland's 529 program, overseeing over $6 billion in total assets in the Maryland Prepaid College Trust, the Maryland College Investment Plan and the newly established ABLE (Achieving Better Life Experiences) Plan expected to launch in Fall 2017 to serve individuals with qualifying disabilities. I previously served on the Board from 2012-2015 before stepping down to serve as Interim Executive Director, overseeing an agency reorganization and leadership transition following the departure of the agency's top two executives who had served in their roles for more than 15 years. Show less

Annapolis, Md

Policy advisor to Maryland's independently elected Comptroller, and the $150M+ state agency of 1,200 employees, with a broad-ranging portfolio that included: the $46+ Billion State Retirement and Pension System, the $6+ Billion Maryland 529 College Savings and ABLE Disability Plans, and the Board of Public Works which oversees state contracts, real estate transactions, the state's school construction program, along with inter-agency affairs.

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A nationwide non-profit organization that leverages online organizing, new media, and popular culture to enhance the political voice of young Americans. Each day, we break down news and need-to-know policy into quick memes, short videos, and key bullet points. We also lead campaigns that register voters, remove ballot barriers, and fight for economic opportunity.

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The Jewish Council for Public Affairs (JCPA), the united voice of the organized Jewish community, was formally established in 1944 by the Council of Jewish Federations, the forerunner of the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA). Through our network of 14 national and 125 local independent partner agencies, the JCPA serves as a catalyst that heightens community awareness, encourages civic and social involvement, and deliberates key issues of importance to the Jewish community.

Annapolis, Maryland

Oversaw the development and implementation of the communications strategy for Comptroller Peter Franchot and the Comptroller's 1,100+ employee, $150M+ state agency, and served as Chief Spokesperson. Served as a policy and strategic adviser to the Comptroller on legislative, regulatory, fiscal, economic and tax policy, and along with an outstanding staff, handle the communications for the Comptroller of Maryland and the agency. Handled special initiatives including being responsible for the… Show more Oversaw the development and implementation of the communications strategy for Comptroller Peter Franchot and the Comptroller's 1,100+ employee, $150M+ state agency, and served as Chief Spokesperson. Served as a policy and strategic adviser to the Comptroller on legislative, regulatory, fiscal, economic and tax policy, and along with an outstanding staff, handle the communications for the Comptroller of Maryland and the agency. Handled special initiatives including being responsible for the State of Maryland's Regulatory Working Group on Daily Fantasy Sports. Show less

Annapolis, Md

Handled outreach and intergovernmental affairs and served as the agency point person for outreach, governmental affairs and rapid response communications. Among a broad portfolio of responsibilities, oversaw the Comptroller’s Business Advisory and Labor Advisory Councils and served as liaison with salary-setting & personnel oversight to Maryland’s 24 elected Registers of Wills. Served as an advisor on all matters affecting the broad-ranging agency, including tax and fiscal policy, legislative… Show more Handled outreach and intergovernmental affairs and served as the agency point person for outreach, governmental affairs and rapid response communications. Among a broad portfolio of responsibilities, oversaw the Comptroller’s Business Advisory and Labor Advisory Councils and served as liaison with salary-setting & personnel oversight to Maryland’s 24 elected Registers of Wills. Served as an advisor on all matters affecting the broad-ranging agency, including tax and fiscal policy, legislative affairs and the statewide regulation of alcohol, tobacco, and motor fuel. Show less

Annapolis, Md

Served as both a speechwriter and strategic communications adviser, where I developed a wide range of content including speeches, policy proposals, legislative testimony and communications plans.

Baltimore, Maryland Area

Installed by Board to reorganize the State of Maryland's 529 college savings program and to oversee the agency's transition following the departure of long-time Executive Director & Chief Investment/Operating Officer. Oversaw and directed all operations of the College Investment Plan and Prepaid College Trust, managing agency staff, consultants, investment managers and outside advisers and overseeing program assets exceeding $5 billion held in more than 260,000 accounts. Assessed immediate… Show more Installed by Board to reorganize the State of Maryland's 529 college savings program and to oversee the agency's transition following the departure of long-time Executive Director & Chief Investment/Operating Officer. Oversaw and directed all operations of the College Investment Plan and Prepaid College Trust, managing agency staff, consultants, investment managers and outside advisers and overseeing program assets exceeding $5 billion held in more than 260,000 accounts. Assessed immediate needs, reorganized staff and maintained steady operations through peak season. Show less

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Audit & Finance CommitteeChair, Nominations CommitteeSelect Investment Plan Program Manager Evaluation CommitteeBanking Services RFP Evaluation Committee As a Board Member, I served as a fiduciary for the State's 529 plans, overseeing over $5 billion in total assets and specifically helped negotiate a significant fee reduction with the College Investment Plan's program manager, T. Rowe Price and evaluated the agency's banking relationships. The College Savings Plans… Show more Audit & Finance CommitteeChair, Nominations CommitteeSelect Investment Plan Program Manager Evaluation CommitteeBanking Services RFP Evaluation Committee As a Board Member, I served as a fiduciary for the State's 529 plans, overseeing over $5 billion in total assets and specifically helped negotiate a significant fee reduction with the College Investment Plan's program manager, T. Rowe Price and evaluated the agency's banking relationships. The College Savings Plans of Maryland is an independent State agency that provides flexible and affordable plans to help Maryland families save for future college expenses and reduce dependence on student loans and other forms of debt. The Maryland Prepaid College Trust, which first opened for enrollment in 1998; andThe Maryland College Investment Plan, which launched in 2001 and is managed and distributed by T. Rowe Price, a leader in no-load mutual funds. Show less

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NCLC is a network of student leaders designed to build a stronger national dialogue that includes young voices. Our generation has the most at stake in the decisions made in Washington today, yet we rarely get a seat at the table. NCLC will change this by facilitating communications among student leaders and national policymakers.

Ran the successful statewide re-election campaign for Comptroller Peter Franchot, garnering over 1 million votes and more than 60% of the electorate.

Rockville, Md

Served as the database administrator for venture-funded start-up, coordinating national research distribution and coordinated procedures between research and sales divisions and oversaw budgeting and logistics for briefings.

Pennsylvania

College Park, Md

Elected to represent 26,000 undergraduates at Maryland's flagship institution where I advocated at the campus, state and federal levels on issues important to students. Oversaw an organization of over 80 appointed and elected representatives and a multimillion dollar annual budget allocation.

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Activities and Societies: Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society Order of Omega Greek Leadership Honor Society Golden Key.

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