John Dukich Email & Phone Number

Duluth, Mn, Us

Duluth, Minnesota, United States

I leverage a decade of experience in strategic policy development and legislative relations to advance the City of Duluth’s policy objectives and intergovernmental interests. I lead policy research and development initiatives, providing data-driven insights and crafting policy proposals that address critical social, economic, and political issues impacting the city. My work involves analyzing legislation, monitoring trends, and collaborating with stakeholders—government officials, advocacy… Show more I leverage a decade of experience in strategic policy development and legislative relations to advance the City of Duluth’s policy objectives and intergovernmental interests. I lead policy research and development initiatives, providing data-driven insights and crafting policy proposals that address critical social, economic, and political issues impacting the city. My work involves analyzing legislation, monitoring trends, and collaborating with stakeholders—government officials, advocacy groups, and the public—to build consensus around the city’s priorities.I serve as a strategic advisor to the Mayor, conducting high-level policy analysis and offering clear, actionable recommendations. I also represent the Mayor in various capacities, whether attending key meetings, coordinating community engagement efforts, or facilitating special projects that address pressing community issues. In these roles, I ensure the Mayor is well-informed, prepared, and supported in decision-making processes.My intergovernmental relations responsibilities include collaborating with the City lobbyist to identify legislative needs, prepare proposals, and track the progress of City-sponsored legislation. I maintain strong relationships with legislators and appointed officials to advance the city’s legislative agenda and represent the city in meetings with governmental entities, foundations, and other stakeholders.By combining strategic policy expertise, government relations, and community engagement, I work to advance Duluth’s priorities and foster a more effective and responsive city government. Show less

St. Paul, Minnesota

I led the agency’s legislative engagement with members of the Minnesota Legislature and their staff, advancing the agency’s policy priorities through strategic advocacy, coalition-building, and effective communication. I managed the agency’s policy development process, collaborating with agency leaders and the Governor’s Office to solicit, refine, and advance a comprehensive legislative agenda. • Developed and executed legislative strategies that resulted in the passage of 80-90% of… Show more I led the agency’s legislative engagement with members of the Minnesota Legislature and their staff, advancing the agency’s policy priorities through strategic advocacy, coalition-building, and effective communication. I managed the agency’s policy development process, collaborating with agency leaders and the Governor’s Office to solicit, refine, and advance a comprehensive legislative agenda. • Developed and executed legislative strategies that resulted in the passage of 80-90% of MnDOT’s policy initiatives annually. • Guided agency staff in effectively communicating with legislators and stakeholders on politically sensitive issues, ensuring alignment with agency priorities. • Served as Acting Communications Director during the initial months of the COVID-19 pandemic, managing sensitive communications for all 5,000 MnDOT employees. • Created and delivered a course on Minnesota legislative processes and political dynamics for the agency’s leadership development program, enhancing participants’ understanding and engagement in policy advocacy.Through strategic leadership and stakeholder engagement, I effectively advanced MnDOT’s legislative objectives. Show less

Minneapolis, Minnesota

I led advocacy and research efforts on behalf of Minnesota’s technology and innovation sectors, focusing on broadband funding, telecommunications, tax policy, and workforce development. I effectively communicated the association’s policy positions to key stakeholders, resulting in significant funding increases and policy advancements. • Secured more than $3 million in state funding for a paid science and technology internship program and successfully advocated for increases in the… Show more I led advocacy and research efforts on behalf of Minnesota’s technology and innovation sectors, focusing on broadband funding, telecommunications, tax policy, and workforce development. I effectively communicated the association’s policy positions to key stakeholders, resulting in significant funding increases and policy advancements. • Secured more than $3 million in state funding for a paid science and technology internship program and successfully advocated for increases in the state’s R&D tax credit, angel investment tax credit, and broadband expansion funding. • Managed the Governor’s Task Force on Broadband (2014-2018), balancing diverse stakeholder interests and streamlining processes to improve outcomes. • Authored and edited the annual Broadband Task Force report to the legislature and governor, providing critical insights and recommendations for state broadband policy. • Led research and analysis initiatives, compiling data on venture capital, patent activity, and workforce dynamics to inform policy advocacy and support Minnesota’s technology sector growth. • Initiated the “Workforce Wednesday” reports, the association’s most popular social media content, providing insights into local labor market trends in science, technology, and engineering. • Provided strategic guidance to the association’s President & CEO on risk management and policy issues, aligning the association’s objectives with state and federal policy developments.By combining strategic advocacy, research, and data-driven analysis, I advanced the association’s mission to support and grow Minnesota’s science and technology industries. Show less

Minneapolis, Minnesota

I led public policy and advocacy efforts, outreach to Minnesota’s entrepreneurial community, and managed a key venture capital conference that supported innovation and investment in the state. I conducted in-depth research to inform the association’s policy positions and advocated for an environment conducive to entrepreneurial growth. • Conceptualized, initiated, and managed a portfolio of research activities, including reports on venture capital investments, patent activity, and… Show more I led public policy and advocacy efforts, outreach to Minnesota’s entrepreneurial community, and managed a key venture capital conference that supported innovation and investment in the state. I conducted in-depth research to inform the association’s policy positions and advocated for an environment conducive to entrepreneurial growth. • Conceptualized, initiated, and managed a portfolio of research activities, including reports on venture capital investments, patent activity, and university research strengths, to shape policy discussions. • Managed a successful venture capital conference, recruiting companies, speakers, and sponsors, and fostering partnerships to promote Minnesota’s innovation ecosystem. • Led the association’s Government Affairs Committee, collaborating with lobbyists and stakeholders to develop and advance a legislative agenda that aligned with the needs of Minnesota’s entrepreneurs and innovators.Through strategic policy development, effective stakeholder engagement, and event management, I strengthened the association’s role as a key advocate for Minnesota’s entrepreneurial and technology sectors. Show less

M.A., History And Philosophy Of Science

B.S. (Statistics), B.A. (Philosophy)