Anna Tovar Email & Phone Number

Phoenix, Az, Us

Phoenix, Az, Us

In November 2020, Anna was elected to the Arizona Corporation Commission and is the first Latina to hold statewide office. She approaches this job with the same passion and energy as she has in every other endeavor.Anna is working to restore transparency and integrity to the Corporation Commission. Before making any decision at the Commission, Anna will always ask herself: will it be good for my residents and the long-term future of our community?Anna’s first priority is the consumer and she welcomes comment from the public. Please contact her office with thoughts, suggestions, and concerns.

Scottsdale, Arizona, Us

Whether you are in the market to buy, rent or sell, I am confident in my ability to get you the results you desire. My personal specialty is assisting buyers and sellers in achieving their home purchasing or home selling goals. No matter which category you fall into, my unique training and experience sets me apart in my industry.

Tolleson, Arizona, Us

First female Mayor for the City of Tolleson. During her time as Mayor, Anna has worked to ensure all citizens’ of Tolleson have an opportunity for a quality education and good paying jobs. She has supported local businesses and sustainable economic development as a principal cornerstone of her governance and focused on developing regional partnerships and collaborating with local and state elected officials to advocate for all residents.

Rye Brook, Ny, Us

Assisted in developing and executing a comprehensive public policy advocacy program and legislative agenda for the state of Arizona.Stewarded philanthropic opportunities with new and existing local businesses, community leaders and partner organizations.Developed fundraising implementation plans for program components, including a program timeline, recruitment plan, budget, communication plan and logistics for events.Secured and conducted visits with business leaders, hospital doctors/nurses/staff and patients.Coordinated and maintained correspondence, financial records, statistical reports, facilitate, evaluations and reports.Recruited, developed, and recognition of advocacy volunteers and implementation of grassroots action plans.Hired, trained and supervised program staff to achieve annual goals and objectives.Ensured consistent LLS business practices and adherence to policy, including financial, staff management, and program tracking and measurement.Prepared and coordinated materials (via phone, web, social media and print) to cultivate and retain working partnerships with companies.Maintained partnerships with existing sponsors/supporters and identified and secured new relationships.Represented LLS with national and regional coalition partners and guided staff in their local coalition work.Delivered effective presentations to business leaders, community, patients and hospitals.Balanced multiple priorities effectively. Provided a high degree of organization and attention to detail.Lead by example, personally demonstrating the values and behaviors expected of LLS staff.Worked hand-in-hand with the board of trustees, executive director and executive committee team to implement organizational priorities, financial goals, image and reputation of organization.

Phoenix, Az, Us

Leadership Roles-Senate Minority Leader and Senate Minority WhipServed as a passionate advocate for Arizona families.Provide public policy advocacy campaign strategy and leadership to the minority staffincluding development and management of an annual budget.Advised members on legislation and regulation.Leader in building bi-partisanship work and communication between parties.Ensured staff compliance with laws, rules, and lobby registration/reporting.Supervised recruitment, development, and recognition of advocacy volunteers andimplementation of grassroots action plans for increasing members.Progressively responsible experience in leading political and/or policy advocacy campaigns.Developed the minority program by establishing legislative policy and budget priorities ofthe minority party in the Arizona State Senate.Designed, produced, edited and distributed written, materials and other public documentsused in a state-wide platform.Built and maintained positive relationships with public and private advocacycommunity/organizations.Facilitated intensive meetings between elected officials and stakeholders for the purpose ofidentifying and resolving public policy conflict.Researched, analyzed and summarized federal and state statutes and proposed legislation.Designed and authored policy briefs for legislators and stakeholders on weekly and monthlybasis.Acted as Senate’s most visible spokesperson on national, regional and local public policyissues.Collaborated and worked with legislative members across the country and familiar withpolitical structures in western states.Involved in all aspects of priority legislation and implementation of policy objectives.Built strategic alliances among business/community leaders, nonprofit and educationalorganizations.Hired, led, managed and supervised Democratic office staff (Admin budget, hired personnel,distributed work assignments and handled sensitive issues).

Phoenix, Az, Us

Arizona State Representative; Leadership Roles-House Minority WhipManaged, developed communications and advocacy strategy for internal and externalaudiences.Managed professional staff, including hiring, performance management, and professionaldevelopment.Responsible for federal, state and local government relations.Demonstrated ability to work on stressful, time-sensitive matters with internal andexternal constituents.Conducted public policy research and provided "talking points" for elected officials.Provided presentations to community leaders and state legislators regarding budget andlegislation.Exceptional ability to influence others and established effective working relationships withdiverse individuals and communities.Worked collaboratively with community leaders and organizations to develop jointresearch and partnerships.Arizona State Representative (continued)Maintained and tracked all legislative bills, amendments, tracked elected officials vote count on bills throughout the policy making process.Worked to create and identify funding opportunities for my legislative district through appropriations, grants and legislation.Exceptional track record on management of caucus members.Managed multiple projects from conception to completion (i.e. prioritizing caucus agenda and budget).

Tolleson, Arizona, Us

Council member; Leadership Roles-Vice Mayor Tenure 2007-2009Implemented the first City of Tolleson green initiative and citywide recycling program.Planned, coordinated and monitored special programs and projects initiated by Council (i.e. affordable housing program, summer reading program, Tolleson Teen Council, recycling program, homeless program and green initiative).Leader in developing neighborhood revitalization efforts for our constituents.Collaborative work with constituents to increase public input, education and participation.Exceptional attendance and participation during City Council meetings.Conducted numerous city council meetings as Vice Mayor.Established the City of Tolleson Youth Council and grant application process for community groups.Attracted and retained businesses within the City of Tolleson.Worked closely with the City Manager and Assistant City Manager on policy framework.Represented City of Tolleson’s interest with various government agencies, officials and state legislature.Collaborated and communicated with regional council members.Exceptional attendance and participation during City Council meetings.Conducted numerous city council meetings as Vice Mayor.

Tolleson, Arizona, Us

Teacher of the Year in 2000 (Westside Impact).Continued implementation of student discipline, orderly environments and support in developing effective parenting skills.Managed resources effectively and efficiently.Worked independently with minimum direction as well as worked as grade level leader.Effective support in excelling student achievement and community involvement with positive and continued upbeat morale.Collaboratively provided continued educational opportunities to administer higher academic excellence.Completed work in a timely and efficient manner and ensured work was accurate.Created school and city partnerships with establishing an after-school program. Worked with businesses in the West Valley for back to school supply drive.

Educational Leadership And Administration, General

B.A. Elementary Education, English As A Second Lang.