As an attorney and former policy analyst for an education think tank, Conrad has vast experience in legislative analysis and policy development. Politically, as Chairman of the West Virginia Republican Party, Conrad oversaw the historic takeover in both chambers in the state legislature and near federal sweep by the Republican Party. When elected, Conrad was the youngest state party chair in the nation. He has also been named to the list of "Top 500 Influencers" in American politics by Campaigns & Elections magazine. Early in his career, Conrad also served as an aide to Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV). Professionally, Conrad works for Capitol Resources, LLC, one of the nation's leading government relations firms with offices in seven states and Washington, DC. He represents clients in a variety of fields on state and federal issues. Conrad serves on numerous community boards including a local economic development authority and was awarded the Governor’s Community Service Award. He earned his bachelor’s and doctorate degrees from Vanderbilt, a master’s from Harvard, law degree from Tulane and a certificate in international law at the Sorbonne. While at Tulane, Conrad also earned a certificate in environmental law and served as a Senior Moot Court JusticeSpecialties: Political Communication, Legislative Affairs, Higher Education, Organization Development