15-yrs experience in Government Affairs & Advocacy at the local, state, and federal levels monitoring and representing the newspaper industry interests. Strong grasp of the Illinois State Legislature structure and legislative process. Expert at tracking legislation, analyzing policy and research on key issues that impacts industry and public. Work cross-functionally with lobbyist, teams of advisors and internal and external stakeholders. Provide briefings, reports and strategic advice on implications of proposed bills and rules. Translate policy relevant research into digestible issue briefs, fact sheets and talking points. Liaise between government bodies, working closely with policy makers to draft, write, and successfully pass legislation into law. Attend legislative sessions, host lawmakers and provide testimony when required. Maintain highest level of integrity, confidentiality and discretion with information. Expert at nurturing 20-year plus relationship with local officials and legislators across the great state of Illinois.
Highlights & Achievements:
- Gained bi-partisan consensus with legislators across state lines resulting in favorable outcomes for more than 400 members.
- Introduce and co-author two legislative bills levying bi-partisan sponsorship and co-sponsorship support.
- Lobbying efforts resulting in a 4-year moratorium on public notices, a first of its kind victory for the industry in a tumultuous landscape.