Government Affairs Consultant | Program Manager| Chief of Staff
Accomplished thought leader in Government Affairs and Policy with a history of driving innovation and change.
Solutions-minded leader in organizational transformation, program management, and governmental affairs and policy on state, federal, and regional levels. Deeply knowledgeable on processes and regulations impacting U.S. lobbying, reporting, and political contributions complimented by a history of steering public legislation. Strong dedication to facilitating innovative change across all functional areas and facilitating organizational mission.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
● Governmental Affairs
● Organizational Development
● Change Management
● Stakeholder Engagement
● Policy & Legislative Oversight
● Data Analysis & Reporting
● Budgetary Control
● Program Management
● Infrastructure Development
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
● Demonstrated ability to effectively manage $200M plus budget supporting numerous functions while continuously maximizing resource utilization and cutting unnecessary spending.
● Strong history of establishing and strengthening networks of crucial relationships with policy makers, businesses, agency partners, leading stakeholders, constituents, governmental departments, and more.
● Recognized for delivering above expectations while proactively driving change and integrating impactful solutions to optimize operational effectivity, streamline costs, and improve program management.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Georgia Department of Labor, Atlanta, GA, U.S.A. 2016 – 2023
Deputy Commissioner (2020 – 2023)
Chief of Staff (2018 – 2023)
Delivered strategic, results-focused leadership while directing a 1.2K plus member workforce and driving efforts to promote the mission of the agency and develop vital state-wide infrastructure. Developed critical roadmaps for budgeting and legislation in close partnership with Members of the Georgia General Assembly and addressed and managed an array of federal matters while engaging with Members of Congress. Cultivated and strengthened long-term relationships, promoted an inclusive culture that valued open communication and innovation, and focused on improving delivery models and achieving established objectives. Accountable for a $200M plus budget funding numerous operations and programs while focusing on optimizing resource utilization, streamlining spending, and eliminating redundant expenses. Resolved a myriad of challenges and roadblocks impacting state and federal policy while serving as Advisor to the Commissioner of Labor, a state-wide elected official. Addressed any inquiries or concerns relating to any bills approaching a vote and supervised multiple internal functions including workforce solutions, business services unit, regional operations, communications, economic research, and more. Supervised negotiations and approved high-value contracts with vendors, distributors, and various state and federal agencies. Proactively investigated current operations, performance, and success factors to pinpoint underperforming areas and deliver impactful solutions to improve program management, policy, and expenses.
● Spearheaded efforts to successfully improve state employee wages by designing a unit-by-unit plan for incremental salary raises and advocating for employee-centric solutions before senior leadership.
● Acted as a key driver in expanding reach and effectiveness of the Department of Labor Career Centers by strengthening the partnership with the Technical College System of Georgia in conjunction with the Governor’s Office of Planning and Budget.
● Instrumental player in retaining and engaging the workforce during arduous new conditions brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic by redesigning schedules, revamping agenda, and integrating new innovative approaches to work within a virtual setting.
● Improved employee outcomes and wellbeing during COVID-19 by devising and implementing a plan to ensure that Hazard Pay and working conditions were competitive with current market practices.
● Modified the unemployment insurance system to expand coverage to additional worker types during the pandemic.
● Transformed interdepartmental collaboration and synchronized actions across 14 different functions towards a common mission by heading efforts to identify and integrate strategic change management initiatives.
● Served as confidant and advisor to the Commissioner of Labor on all state and federal policy issues while managing Commissioner’s communications and messaging.
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