Briana M. Calleros, Mpp Email & Phone Number

Oversaw the SUMA Academy platform by breaking down complex financial concepts to create relatable and accessible content:Developed curriculum, programming, and strategy for SUMA Academy, the educational vertical of fintech startup SUMA Wealth, according to key progress indicators, learning outcomes, and budget. Cultivated and maintained relationships with.

Fullerton

Contributed to the university’s ability to register more students to vote than any other institution of higher education in the State of California during the 2020 general election cycle.

Beverly Hills

Managed legislative advocacy efforts, including volunteer recruitment and retention, for 13 Southern California Congressional districts and the state legislative districts within (LA, Central Coast, Central Valley). Received national recognition amongst public policy staff for innovation in public policy. Supported the fundraising goals of the.

Greater Los Angeles Area

Produced a sponsored five-week fellowship program, which included curriculum development, project management, maintaining external partnerships, and providing professional development opportunities for 5 fellows.

Greater Los Angeles Area

Coordinated the development of the ACCELERATOR summer internship program and monitored program success metrics for 20+ interns.

San Francisco

• Advanced online advocacy strategies focusing on early childhood education and k-12 learning.
• Authored and project managed the Right Start Commission report on early childhood education: conducted research, made recommendations, and authored several chapters. Managed the translation of the executive summary.
• Coordinated projects and collaborated across organizational departments within Common Sense to copy edit and design documents, create videos… Show more Advanced online advocacy strategies focusing on early childhood.
• Coordinated projects and collaborated across organizational departments within Common Sense to copy edit and design documents, create videos, and implement advocacy efforts according to Kids Action priorities
• Prepared policy briefs and advocacy blog posts for diverse audiences and purposes
• Tracked bills, developed legislative summaries, and analyzed proposed legislation and laws Show less

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Prepared key research studies for the 53 Members of the California Congressional Delegation (examples: 2014 executive actions on immigration, EPA air quality standards, the Trans-Pacific Partnership)
• Published summaries of Congressional hearings, briefings, and reports electronically via the Institute’s website and distribution list
• Studied and advocated public policy positions to benefit California

Sacramento, California

• Directed three bills regarding voter participation through the legislative process.
• Conducted legislative research, created fact sheets, drafted and negotiated legal language, collaborated with committee consultants, mobilized support, countered opposition, and effectively communicated with stakeholders
• Developed expertise in the following issue areas in order to brief the senator on important developments: disabilities, elections and voting, education (k-12), governmental… Show more Directed three bills regarding.
• Developed expertise in the following issue areas in order to brief the senator on important developments: disabilities, elections and voting, education (k-12), governmental organization, insurance, immigration.
• Analyzed and made recommendations on bills heard in Senate Education Committee, Public Employees Retirement System Committee, and Floor Session Show less

Washington DC

Selected by a competitive process to analyze and translate (Spanish/French to English) sensitive emails and letters written to the president and refer relevant correspondence to federal agencies for casework.

Greater Los Angeles Area

Researched immigration reform targets in congress and the CA state legislature by tracking votes on immigration bills and managing the collection, entrance, and maintenance of district data. Assisted in planning advocacy events at the state capitol.

Master’S Degree, Public Policy, Certificate In Policy Advocacy

Activities and Societies: Price Latino Student Association, Co-Chair (2017-2018) and Public Relations Rep. (2016-2017)

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Political Science And Government; Minor: Women And Gender Studies

Education record

Wellesley study abroad program in Puebla, Mexico.