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Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Serve as firm’s subject matter expert on financial services policy for clients, leading advocacy engagement with Congress, federal regulators, think tanks, and third-party organizations.Represent a broad range of clients across technology, financial services, retail, and energy sectors. Develop and execute public affairs campaigns to complement traditional lobbying activities.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Established and led Zillow’s Washington, DC office. Partnered with senior executives to identify policy opportunities and threats and developed lobbying and public affairs strategies to advance Zillow’s business goals. Collaborated daily with communications, investor relations, social impact, and legal teams to address reputational issues and position the brand as a leader in housing and tech innovation.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Served as senior federal lobbyist covering 80+ offices in both chambers and parties. Primary liaison to House Republican Leadership. Drafted, edited, and approved Congressional letters, hearing testimony, position papers, and member communications. Developed multi-million-dollar PAC budgets and attended political fundraising events. Managed and mentored internal policy teams across legislative, regulatory, grassroots, and public affairs.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Promoted to federal lobbying team at the onset of the Global Financial Crisis. Quickly gained subject matter expertise in mortgage finance and servicing, tax and foreclosure law, and small business insurance coverage. Established and maintained personal relationships with Congressional and Administration staff, industry partners, and NAR volunteer leaders.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Directed NAR’s political and legislative grassroots programs across multiple regions. Helped develop and execute multi-million-dollar political engagement strategies to pass legislative priorities and elect pro-housing candidates to Congress.

Columbus, Ohio Area

Directed public policy, grassroots advocacy, and PAC fundraising for over 3,000 construction companies in the Midwest. Educated local, state, and federal elected officials about the impact of public policies on member businesses. Managed contract lobbyists and developed testimony for state legislative hearings.

Des Moines, Iowa Area

Managed all aspects of grassroots, media, and GOTV campaigns for a targeted congressional race. Drafted speeches and press releases and served as on-the-record spokesman for the campaign with the media. Organized fundraising events both in district and DC, raising over $1 million for a first-time challenger.

Austin, Texas / Des Moines, Ia

Interned in the Finance and Policy departments of the Bush Exploratory Committee in Austin. Led youth GOTV efforts for Iowa Straw Poll and helped coordinate GOTV efforts for Iowa Caucus and general election.

Master'S Degree, Real Estate Finance

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.) With Honors, Political Science And Communications