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Washington, DC, US

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Washington DC

Greater Tampa Bay Area

Dubuque, Iowa Area

Managed and coached teams of 10 organizers in Iowa and Texas that utilized voter database systems (NGP/VAN), weekly strategy meetings/trainings, and digital platforms to identify, cultivate, and mobilize supporters. Oversaw voter outreach in 165 precincts across 11 counties in NE Iowa, which resulted in Pete coming in first place in 80% of those 11.

Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area

Managed government relations and outreach efforts with federal, state, and local partners, including Pinellas County’s 24 cities, four Congressional and Senate Offices, and ten State Legislative members. Prioritized the County Commissioner’s state and federal legislative program within a complex and delicate political environment – created a streamlined.

Greater Tampa Bay Area

Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area

Built public policy and outreach strategy from scratch, enabling leadership to effectively engage with elected officials – created constructive relationships with seven congressional offices and both US Senate offices.Developed relationships with community partners and business leaders to identify additional funding and in-kind services to support.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Analyzed and presented data to provide various Department of Defense (DoD) agencies with program management, organizational strategy, business process improvement, and policy analysis services.Managed several projects that streamlined the client’s internal processes and implemented solutions to improve communications, eliminate duplication, and incorporate.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Organized White House and Capitol tours for constituents and drafted weekly response letters to constituents. Coordinated, recruited and trained interns for the Washington, DC congressional office. Drafted constituent correspondence letters and ensured a timely response to constituent mail.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Performed administrative duties of the Washington, DC Senate office (organizing constituent letters, voicemails and tours). Conducted legislative research and drafted constituent response letters on issues related to education, criminal justice and housing.

Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area

Attended development meetings, community meetings and ceremonies in order to plan and implement various redevelopment programs. Investigated best practices of other successful economic development agencies throughout the nation. Researched incentive programs and strategies for businesses.

Greater Pittsburgh Area

Researched major current events in international relations and politics and prepared briefings for Dr. Kiron Skinner. Organized and summarized course materials for her undergraduate class in American Politics and International Affairs.

Responsible for the needs and well being of over 100 residents. Designed and implemented programs and projects using a comprehensive programming model. Used crisis management, counseling, and communication skills in resolving a variety of situations.

Provided substantive research support and maintained the Africa Online Policy Forum of CSIS. Responsible for planning events and tracking news on current African policy issues. Conducted personal research on AFRICOM and relevant security issues in Africa.

Master Of Science In Public Policy And Management, Public Policy, International Affairs

Bs, Foreign Service

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