Profile Summary
Seasoned government relations and compliance professional with over nine years of experience in public policy, regulatory affairs, and stakeholder engagement. Proficient in policy analysis, legislative tracking, and coalition building to advance organizational objectives while ensuring regulatory compliance. Known for clear communication, strategic planning, and results oriented advocacy.
Experience
City of Lakes Government Relations Office — Policy and Government Affairs Manager
Jan 2021 — Present • Seattle, WA
- Led cross functional teams to develop and advance regulatory policy proposals; secured 12+ regulatory approvals and introduced 6 amendments to statutes.
- Drafted testimony and speaking points for council hearings; supported budget hearings with risk assessments and impact analyses.
- Built and managed a coalition of 20 plus stakeholders including business associations, nonprofits, and labor groups; improved collaboration and timelines.
- Implemented a compliance training program with 35 percent increase in completion rates across departments.
State Senate Office — Legislative Liaison
Jun 2018 — Dec 2020 • Olympia, WA
- Advocated for energy policy and environmental regulation; drafted amendments and coordinated interagency briefings.
- Monitored regulatory developments, prepared policy briefs, and tracked bill status using legislative databases.
- Managed stakeholder outreach and event logistics for public hearings, resulting in improved support for key proposals.
Public Affairs Firm — Government Relations Associate
Jan 2016 — May 2018 • Portland, OR
- Supported client portfolios by conducting policy research, competitive analysis, and regulatory scoring.
- Coordinated press briefings and media outreach for policy campaigns; contributed to 10 plus campaign activations.
- Prepared briefing materials for clients and executives to facilitate decision making and stakeholder engagement.
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Policy Analysis
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Legislative Tracking
- Policy Memo Drafting
- Risk Assessment
- Public Affairs
- Government Liaison
- Coalition Building
- Advocacy Campaigns
- Data Visualization
- Communications
Certifications
- Certified Government Relations Professional (CGRP) — 2021
- Certified Regulatory Compliance Professional (CRCP) — 2019
- FCPA Awareness Certification — 2018
Education
- Master of Public Administration (MPA), University of Washington, Seattle, WA — 2015
- Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR — 2013