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Richmond, Virginia Area

Manage Virginia legislative activities. Lobby on behalf of Hunton Andrews Kurth clients and determine regulatory and legislative priorities that impact current and prospective clients, with a focus on technology and procurement issues. Research, analyze and monitor Virginia state legislative activities and coordinate involvement of Hunton Andrews Kurth lobbyists in legislative and regulatory matters. Draw on extensive experience working for -- and appearing before -- the Virginia General… Show more Manage Virginia legislative activities. Lobby on behalf of Hunton Andrews Kurth clients and determine regulatory and legislative priorities that impact current and prospective clients, with a focus on technology and procurement issues. Research, analyze and monitor Virginia state legislative activities and coordinate involvement of Hunton Andrews Kurth lobbyists in legislative and regulatory matters. Draw on extensive experience working for -- and appearing before -- the Virginia General Assembly, as well as nearly fifteen years working in several leadership roles in Virginia’s executive branch. Show less

Richmond Virginia

Served in one of the Commonwealth’s senior procurement positions, providing oversight of purchases by state agencies and other political subdivisions for non-technology materials, equipment, supplies, and services pursuant to the Virginia Public Procurement Act. Helped oversee the operation and development of the Commonwealth’s nationally recognized electronic procurement system, eVA. Developed and delivered procurement-related communications to stakeholders, including agencies, business… Show more Served in one of the Commonwealth’s senior procurement positions, providing oversight of purchases by state agencies and other political subdivisions for non-technology materials, equipment, supplies, and services pursuant to the Virginia Public Procurement Act. Helped oversee the operation and development of the Commonwealth’s nationally recognized electronic procurement system, eVA. Developed and delivered procurement-related communications to stakeholders, including agencies, business partners, and statewide procurement community. Show less

Served as deputy agency head of the 225-person agency that provides information technology (IT) services to Virginia’s executive branch agencies. Reported directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO) of the Commonwealth. Advised CIO on all matters related to the management of IT services delivered to 60+ state agencies, including Governor’s office. Assisted with the direction of all enterprise-wide IT activities, including infrastructure services, architecture, and computer and auxiliary… Show more Served as deputy agency head of the 225-person agency that provides information technology (IT) services to Virginia’s executive branch agencies. Reported directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO) of the Commonwealth. Advised CIO on all matters related to the management of IT services delivered to 60+ state agencies, including Governor’s office. Assisted with the direction of all enterprise-wide IT activities, including infrastructure services, architecture, and computer and auxiliary operations and support. Show less

Directly responsible for agency communications, agency legal and legislative matters, and all IT procurement for executive branch agencies. Acted as primary contact for members of the General Assembly and legislative staff. Directed all legislative initiatives for VITA, and coordinate communications between the agency and the legislature. Performed research and analysis necessary to advise VITA staff and management on impact of law and policy on VITA’s operations, such as interpretation of… Show more Directly responsible for agency communications, agency legal and legislative matters, and all IT procurement for executive branch agencies. Acted as primary contact for members of the General Assembly and legislative staff. Directed all legislative initiatives for VITA, and coordinate communications between the agency and the legislature. Performed research and analysis necessary to advise VITA staff and management on impact of law and policy on VITA’s operations, such as interpretation of technology contracts and compliance with procurement statutes. Served as primary liaison to the Office of the Attorney General (OAG), managing and coordinating legal work conducted on VITA’s behalf. Worked to facilitate effective and productive communication between VITA and OAG staffs. Show less

Appointed by the Governor of Virginia to serve as agency head of VITA.

Richmond, Va

Represented Loudoun County, Virginia, before the Virginia General Assembly. Developed County’s annual legislative package in consultation with the Board of Supervisors, obtained patrons for the resulting legislation from among from the members of the Loudoun County delegation to the General Assembly, and worked with the patrons to secure the passage of the legislation. Appeared before legislative committees and commissions to articulate positions taken by Board of Supervisors related to… Show more Represented Loudoun County, Virginia, before the Virginia General Assembly. Developed County’s annual legislative package in consultation with the Board of Supervisors, obtained patrons for the resulting legislation from among from the members of the Loudoun County delegation to the General Assembly, and worked with the patrons to secure the passage of the legislation. Appeared before legislative committees and commissions to articulate positions taken by Board of Supervisors related to specific legislation and issues before the General Assembly. Where appropriate, collaborated with other local liaisons and interested parties to further advance legislative positions taken by the Board of Supervisors. Identified issues and events related to Virginia state government that may impact Loudoun County, analyzed these issues and events, and recommended possible courses of action to the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors and County staff. Monitored regional and federal issues that may impact the County. Show less

Richmond, Virginia Area

Advised CIO, Information Technology Investment Board (“ITIB”) and VITA staff on legislative matters; provided background information and research to support VITA’s successful communication with General Assembly and related legislative stakeholders.

Richmond, Virginia Area

Supported Supply Chain Management (“SCM”) staff by drafting, reviewing and negotiating technology contracts and other agreements, and providing counsel to resolve related deficiencies and conflicts. Developed and maintained suite of standard contracts for use in several information technology categories, such as hardware, software and services.

Richmond, Virginia Area

Counseled twelve-member permanent legislative commission and other members of the General Assembly on matters related to technology and science, such as information technology procurement, electronic government, telecommunications and broadband infrastructure, commercialization of intellectual property, and unsolicited electronic e-mail (or “spam”). Recommended and drafted legislation, researched and wrote reports, drafted and implemented Commission workplan, and coordinated and staffed… Show more Counseled twelve-member permanent legislative commission and other members of the General Assembly on matters related to technology and science, such as information technology procurement, electronic government, telecommunications and broadband infrastructure, commercialization of intellectual property, and unsolicited electronic e-mail (or “spam”). Recommended and drafted legislation, researched and wrote reports, drafted and implemented Commission workplan, and coordinated and staffed meetings of the Commission and its advisory groups. Additionally, drafted bills and resolutions for, and provided counsel to, the Senate Finance Committee (‘02-‘04), House Science and Technology Committee (‘02-‘03), and House Militia, Police and Public Safety Committee (‘04) during legislative session. Show less

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Serve as deputy agency head of the 225-person agency that provides information technology (IT) services to Virginia’s executive branch agencies. Report directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO) of the Commonwealth. Advise CIO on all matters related to the management of IT services delivered to 60+ state agencies, including Governor’s office. Assist with the direction of all enterprise-wide IT activities, including infrastructure services, architecture, and computer and auxiliary… Show more Serve as deputy agency head of the 225-person agency that provides information technology (IT) services to Virginia’s executive branch agencies. Report directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO) of the Commonwealth. Advise CIO on all matters related to the management of IT services delivered to 60+ state agencies, including Governor’s office. Assist with the direction of all enterprise-wide IT activities, including infrastructure services, architecture, and computer and auxiliary operations and support. Show less

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Jd, Law

Activities and Societies: Editor in Chief • Richmond Journal of Law & Technology • 1996 - 1997 The nation’s first law review to be.

Ba, English