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ABOUT ME
In the age of AI and big data, it can be easy to forget that our world still revolves around people. I work to bridge the gap between data-driven strategy and people-focused processes to connect with and earn the support of partner organizations, donors, and voters.
I am a political strategist and fundraiser with experience across nearly every aspect of campaigns. I thrive at the intersection of people and processes. Whether it's building relationships with stakeholders, managing projects and budgets, or creating clear and efficient internal processes, I have the skills and the experience to achieve success inside and outside organizations.
MY SKILLS
What I Do
OPERATIONS
Good processes seamlessly integrate different functions into progress toward a single goal, but operations management isn't just about goals and numbers. I've built processes that value every organization's greatest asset: their people. People-centered operations play a critical role in achieving success on every front in the modern workplace and I have the skills to implement them.
COMMUNICATIONS
In today's fast-paced information environment, both internal and external communications are the lifeblood of any successful organization. Whether it's rapid response, long-term planning, or internal stakeholder communications, I have the experience to ensure principals
successfully communicate the values and strategy of their organization.
STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
From conception to completion, I've worked to manage strategic initiatives by engaging stakeholders and driving awareness both inside and outside the organization. Well-implemented strategic initiatives can change the direction of an organization, and in today's 24/7 environment, that kind of agility is a key tool for any organization.
MY POLITICAL EXPERIENCE
Background & Expertise
FINANCE
DIRECTOR,
IOWA HOUSE TRUMAN FUND
April 2023 - Nov. 2024
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Raised more than $4 million program-wide for the Iowa House Democrats and managed a $3.6 million budget.
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Created and executed finance plans for the House Minority Leader, 35 State Representatives, and 7 targeted candidates.
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Created an aggressive cashflow strategy that increased off-year caucus contributions by 90% and helped the program to hire an additional staffer earlier in the cycle.
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Increased candidates' individual amounts raised and cash on hand for critical reports while maintaining aggressive cashflow posture.
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Built relationships with key partners and lobbyists.
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Managed compliance for Representatives and candidates, including working closely with the Iowa Ethics and Campaign Disclosure Board to maintain compliance.
CAMPAIGN MANAGER,
IOWA HOUSE TRUMAN FUND
June 2022 - Nov. 2022
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Managed the election campaigns of J.D. Scholten in Iowa House District 1 and Rep. Steve Hansen in Iowa House District 2 in Sioux City, Iowa.
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Recruited volunteers, planned events, raised funds, and worked with other campaigns to build strong, Democratic turnout in Sioux City and Woodbury County.
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Planned fundraisers and communicated directly with PACs and Lobbyists to help raise more than $80,000 without candidate call time.
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Organized a field program to knock more than 8,000 doors for Get Out the Vote efforts including personally knocking more than 600 doors during GOTV.
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Outperformed top of the ticket candidates by ten percent and outperformed average Iowa House Democratic candidates by three percent.
CHIEF OF STAFF,
BLACK LIVES MATTER RHODE ISLAND PAC
July 2020 - July 2021
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Helped take the PAC from idea to execution including creating a strategic plan, creating all standard operating procedures from scratch, and filing and maintaining all relevant compliance paperwork including campaign compliance, tax, and employee documents.
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Managed the day-to-day operations of the PAC.
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Coordinated strategy between several departments to achieve the best results for the lowest cost.
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Led interdepartmental projects from conception to completion and communicated priorities to team members and outcomes to the Executive Director.
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Led weekly staff meetings and ensured that each team member had the support needed to complete projects and achieve goals.
FINANCE AND OPERATIONS ASSISTANT,
IOWA DEMOCRATIC PARTY
Sept. 2019 - March 2020
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Assisted with fundraising, budgeting, compliance, and operations processes.
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Interfaced with donors and partner organizations.
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Helped plan and execute a 13,000-attendee fundraiser that raised more than $1,000,000.
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Provided logistical and operational support to the Iowa Caucus team and managed projects within budget and time constraints.
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Handled confidential information including financial, legal, political, and personal data.
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT,
IOWA DEMOCRATIC PARTY
May 2019 - Sept. 2019
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Managed the schedules, travel, and correspondence of the Chair and Executive Director.
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Managed projects on behalf of the Chair and Executive Director and generated daily briefings including important internal and external data points.
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Advanced key visitors to the state including former Attorney General Eric Holder and coordinated with consulates and embassies for foreign visits and created issue and meeting-specific briefings.
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Communicated details and took notes in meetings for the Chair, Executive Director, and other senior staff members to facilitate positive organizational communication.