California State Assembly
The California State Assembly is the lower house of the California State Legislature, the upper house being the California State Senate. The Assembly convenes, along with the State Senate, at the California State Capitol in Sacramento. Speaker pro Tempore: Kevin Mullin (D); Since December 1, 2014 Majority Leader: Ian Calderon (D); Since March 10, 2016 Term limits: Elected before 2012: 3 terms (6 years); Elected 2012 and after: 6 terms (12 years) Minority Leader: Marie Waldron (R); Since November 8, 2018 Salary: $110,459/year + per diem Speaker: Anthony Rendon
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California State Assembly Employees
California State Assembly March 2009 - August 2015
UC Berkeley June 2008 - July 2008
UC Berkeley August 2005 - May 2008
Skills
Community Outreach, Public Policy, Public Relations, Event Planning, Politics, Public Speaking, Community Engagement, Community Organizing, Political Campaigns, Speech Writing, Constituent Services, Youth Development, Policy Analysis, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Fundraising
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science
Channel Islands High School 2000 — 2004
KB Home April 2015 - Present
William Jessup University July 2010 - April 2015
California State Assembly August 2008 - July 2010
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2006 — 2008
BA, Sociology
Climate Interactive July 2015 - Present
Shanna Edberg Photography May 2014 - Present
Global Environment Facility July 2013 - July 2015
Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies September 2011 - May 2013
Bosques Amazonicos June 2012 - August 2012
Baltimore Green Map June 2010 - May 2011
IAB June 2010 - August 2010
Baltimore Museum of Art September 2008 - December 2009
Jet Propulsion Laboratory May 2009 - August 2009
California State Assembly June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Digital Photography, Microsoft Office, Editing, Microsoft Excel, Stata, International Relations, Economics, Research, Spanish, Proposal Writing, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Statistics, Translation, Latin America, Econometrics, Photoshop, Social Media, Database management, Teaching, Government, Community Outreach, International Economics, Nonprofits, Public Policy
Education
International Program for Development Evaluation Training (IPDET) 2014 — 2014
Certificate, Core Program on development evaluation
The Johns Hopkins University - Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) 2011 — 2013
M.A., International Economics, Latin American Studies
The Johns Hopkins University 2007 — 2011
B.A., International Studies
UC Berkeley May 2014 - December 2014
UC Berkeley January 2014 - May 2014
UC Berkeley August 2013 - May 2014
Santa Clara County January 2011 - May 2014
Cal Queer & Asian October 2011 - May 2013
California State Assembly July 2012 - August 2012
City of Berkeley September 2011 - April 2012
Skills
Social Recruiting, Public Relations, Community Building, Database Administration, Non-profit..., Curriculum Design, Public Policy, Microsoft Office, Workshop Facilitation, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Research, Teamwork, Social Media, Public Speaking, English, Windows, Event Planning, Time Management
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Asian American and Asian Diaspora Studies & Sociology
U.S. House of Representatives June 2015 - Present
Brady Campaign & Center to Prevent Gun Violence January 2015 - May 2015
Brady Campaign & Center to Prevent Gun Violence October 2013 - December 2014
U.S. Department of Justice September 2012 - May 2013
George Washington University August 2011 - May 2013
Edelman May 2012 - August 2012
WETA January 2012 - May 2012
California State Assembly April 2010 - August 2011
Marty Block For Assembly September 2010 - November 2010
Office of Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger August 2009 - April 2010
Skills
Public Affairs, Strategic Communications, Press Releases, Legislative Relations, Spokesperson, Political Campaigns, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Community Outreach, Politics, Crisis Communications, Public Relations, Social Media, Editing, Coalitions, Policy, Legislation, International Relations, Foreign Policy, Speech Writing, Message Development, Media Relations, Grassroots Organizing
Education
The George Washington University 2011 — 2013
M.A., Media and Public Affairs
University of Southern California, School of Cinematic Arts2005 2001 — 2005
B.A, Cinema Television Critical Studies
University of Southern California, School of International Relations2005 2001 — 2005
B.A, International Relations
The Honorable William Alsup at United States District Court August 2015 - Present
Yoka & Smith May 2015 - August 2015
Los Angeles District Attorney June 2015 - July 2015
Panish Shea & Boyle LLP May 2014 - August 2014
Patrick Malone & Associates February 2013 - May 2013
U.S. House of Representatives May 2011 - August 2011
California State Assembly June 2010 - September 2010
Skills
Political Science, Legislative Research, Political Communication, Grassroots Organizing, Legislative Relations, Political Consulting, Constitutional Law, Public Policy, Research, Policy Analysis, Appropriations, Foreign Policy
Education
University of California, Hastings College of the Law 2013 — 2016
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
The George Washington University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor's Degree, Political Science and Government
Oxford University 2011 — 2012
Year Abroad, Political Science and Government, Philosophy
Council on Mentally Ill Offenders (COMIO) November 2014 - Present
County Behavioral Health Directors Association of California 2009 - October 2014
California Department of Mental Health 2006 - 2009
Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health 2004 - 2006
Los Angeles County Office of Child Care 2003 - 2004
California State Assembly 2000 - 2002
Skills
Public Policy, Legislation, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Policy Analysis, Lobbying, Mental Health Law, Legislative Affairs, Mental Health, Social Services
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1998 — 2000
Master of Social Work (M.S.W.), Management and Planning
University of Michigan 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
JK Public Affairs (Formerly KL Public Affairs & Energy) March 2007 - August 2015
Buena Park School District December 2006 - December 2010
Orange County School Boards Association May 2008 - June 2010
California State Assembly May 2005 - December 2006
Skills
Public Affairs, Governmental Affairs, Community Development, Public Relations, Community Outreach, Policy, Government, Press Releases, Politics, Public Speaking, Leadership, Copy Editing, Legislative Relations, Strategic Planning, Analysis, Local Government, Political Campaigns, Public Policy, Speech Writing, Policy Analysis, Coalitions, Strategic Communications, Grassroots Organizing
Education
The University of Calgary 2011 — 2012
Master of Public Policy
University of California, Davis 1998 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts, English
Activision March 2015 - Present
Treyarch January 2014 - February 2015
SAIC 2011 - 2012
No Ties Management 2008 - 2010
California State Assembly 2009 - 2009
Skills
Usability Testing, PowerPoint, Social Media, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Photoshop, Xbox 360, Public Speaking, PS3, PS4, Outlook, Creative Problem Solving, Oral & Written..., Organizational..., Pro-active Leader, Microsoft Publisher, FEMA ICS 100b, FEMA ICS 200b, Spanish-speaking, iMovie, Spanish
Education
UC Irvine, Extension 2014 — 2015
Certificate, Organizational Leadership and Communication
Tulane University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International Relations and Affairs
La Jolla Country Day School 1999 — 2009
Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP January 2015 - Present
Council on State Taxation January 2011 - January 2015
Nielsen, Merksamer, Parrinello, Mueller & Naylor February 2005 - January 2011
California Taxpayers' Associaiton February 1998 - February 2005
California State Board of Equalization 1995 - 1998
California State Assembly 1993 - 1995
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Appeals, Corporate Tax, Due Diligence, Government, Income Tax, Indirect Taxation, Leadership, International Tax, Legal Research, Legislative Relations, Legislation, Litigation, Nonprofits, Legal Writing, Public Policy, Sales Tax, State Government, Sales, Property Tax, State Tax, Policy Analysis, Tax Research, Tax Accounting, Tax, US Tax, Tax Law, Tax Advisory
Education
University of the Pacific - McGeorge School of Law 1989 — 1992
J.D., Law
University of Arizona 1984 — 1988
B.S.B.A, Accounting and Finance
Teach For America August 2014 - Present
California State Assembly June 2013 - August 2013
Sigma Kappa Sorority January 2012 - January 2013
Organizing for America August 2012 - November 2012
Leonidou & Rosin Professional Corporation June 2011 - August 2011
California Association of Student Councils (CASC) August 2007 - August 2011
San Benito High School March 2009 - August 2010
Skills
Politics, Political Science, Political Campaigns, Public Speaking, Social Media, Fundraising, Research, Facebook, International Relations, Event Planning, Economics, PowerPoint, Community Outreach, Public Policy, Public Relations, Social Networking, Microsoft Office, Policy Analysis, Leadership
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Economy
Science Po Bordeaux
Bluebeam Software, Inc. November 2014 - Present
zulily September 2013 - August 2014
Hewlett-Packard June 2012 - September 2013
Hewlett-Packard June 2011 - June 2012
College of William and Mary 2010 - 2012
The Clapham Group January 2009 - June 2010
Eagle Publishing 2008 - 2009
Crosby-Volmer International Communications 2007 - 2008
California State Assembly 2006 - 2007
TynanGroup, Inc. July 2005 - June 2006
Skills
Digital Marketing, Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Project Management, CRM, E-commerce, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, Strategic Communications, Writing, Entrepreneurship, Email Marketing, Brand Management, Public Relations, Digital Media, Channel Marketing, Program Management, Account Management, Multi-channel Marketing
Education
The College of William and Mary - The Mason School of Business 2010 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Westmont College 2001 — 2005
BA, Communication Studies
SD&A Teleservices, Inc. August 2015 - Present
Westwood Neighborhood Council May 2014 - August 2015
UCLA October 2014 - June 2015
The Olive Tree Initiative at UCLA September 2014 - June 2015
California State Assembly June 2014 - September 2014
UCLA USAC External Vice President's Office January 2014 - May 2014
Bruin Democrats April 2013 - May 2014
UCLA USAC External Vice President's Office June 2013 - January 2014
UCLA USAC External Vice President's Office March 2013 - June 2013
UCLA USAC External Vice President's Office September 2012 - June 2013
Skills
Politics, Research, Proposal Writing, Teaching, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Policy Analysis, Event Planning, Political Campaigns, Public Policy, Social Media, Public Relations, Editing, Political Science, Community Development
Education
The George Washington University 2015 — 2017
Master's Degree, Political Management
UCLA 2012 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science (Major) and Global Studies (Minor)
Palisades Charter High School 2008 — 2012
High School Diploma
BlackRock May 2015 - August 2015
Cielo Private Equity Funds May 2014 - August 2014
California State Assembly May 2013 - August 2013
Runway Boutique January 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Research, Financial Modeling, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, English, Windows, Outlook, Negotiation, Report Writing, Proposal Writing, Organizational..., Access Database, QuickBooks, Highly personable, Public Speaking
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2012 — 2016
Bachelor's Degree, Finance, General, 3.90 overall GPA
Thammasat University 2015 — 2015
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Finance, General
New Leaf Treatment Center May 2013 - Present
California State Assembly January 2013 - May 2013
UC Berkeley April 2012 - May 2013
New Leaf Treatment Center October 2011 - May 2013
Parkway Community Church May 2010 - August 2011
Skills
Research, Public Speaking, Teaching, Community Outreach, Data Analysis, Curriculum Design, Management, Treatment, Training
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2009 — 2013
BA, Sociology
California Pan-Ethnic Health Network December 2014 - Present
California State Assembly October 2012 - November 2014
Gender Equity Resource Center August 2011 - May 2012
UC Berkeley Queer and Asian Conference Planning Committee December 2008 - May 2012
California Federation of Teachers June 2010 - August 2010
Equality California June 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Community Engagement, Gender, Volunteer Management, Non-profits, Community Organizing, Community Outreach, Event Planning, Fundraising, Public Policy, Public Speaking, Program Development, Research, Community Development, Workshop Facilitation, Policy, Higher Education, Politics, Leadership, Nonprofits, Program Management
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2008 — 2012
B.A., Ethnic Studies, Gender & Women's Studies
University of Southern California 2015 — 2017
Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.)
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona 2011 — 2011
Ethnic Studies
Colt Stewart,Iinc PresidentColt Stewart, Inc.May 1979 - January 2003
California State Assembly February 1976 - May 1979
City of San Bernardino November 1971 - February 1976
City of New York Health Services Agency January 1970 - November 1971
Port Authority of NY & NJ October 1968 - January 1970
Skills
Policy Analysis, Sales, Program Development, Publishing, Trade Magazines, Advertising Sales, Guided Tours, Outdoor Adventures, Political Management, Small Business Marketing, Business Development, Public Speaking, Editing, Books, Strategic Planning, Nonprofits, Government, Public Policy, Public Relations, Strategy, Energy, Political Campaigns, Policy, Trade Publications, Advertising, Renewable Enery, Water Resources Policy, Budgets, Community Development, Teaching, Community Outreach, Sustainability, Management
Education
American Management Association, Management Internship Program 1967 — 1968
Certificate, Business Administration and Management, General, Pass
University of California, Berkeley 1963 — 1967
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, 2.5
Kaiser Foundation Health Plan September 2013 - Present
Kaiser Foundation Health Plan November 2011 - September 2013
The New Leaders Council 2010 - 2013
California State Assembly January 2009 - November 2011
Joan Buchanan for Assembly January 2008 - November 2008
John Edwards for President November 2006 - January 2008
Skills
Healthcare Information..., Strategic Planning, Policy, Public Speaking, Leadership, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Grassroots Organizing, Social Media, Community Development, Community Outreach, Event Planning, Public Relations, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Politics, Strategic Communications, Project Management, Political Campaigns, Government, Volunteer Management
Education
University of California, Berkeley
B.A., Political Science
Trujillo Communications December 2012 - Present
Seven59 Events and Marketing March 2010 - January 2013
County of San Bernardino -Economic Development Agency August 2007 - May 2010
Barnes Mosher Whitehurst Lauter and Partners December 2005 - August 2007
OFFICE OF ASSEMBLYMEMBER February 2001 - April 2002
Winning Directions June 2000 - February 2001
OFFICE OF ASSEMBLYMEMBER SCOTT WILDMAN September 1998 - May 2000
California State Assembly October 1997 - August 1998
Skills
Event Management, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Community Development, Public Speaking, Program Management
Education
University of La Verne 1996 — 1997
Bachelor of Science, Anthropology
University of La Verne 1994 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International Relations and Affairs
American University of Paris
International Relations and Affairs/ Anthropology
California State Assembly January 2015 - Present
Davis Wills & Trusts 2011 - Present
California Secretary of State January 2007 - January 2015
California State Senate January 1998 - December 2006
California State Assembly October 1997 - December 1998
Stoorza, Ziegaus, Metzger & Hunt July 1996 - October 1997
Mayor's Office, City of San Jose August 1995 - May 1996
ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability March 1993 - August 1995
Berlitz February 1992 - August 1994
Skills
Estate Planning, Legislation, Public Policy, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Corporate Social..., Government, Administrative Law, Research, Trusts, Hearings, Mergers & Acquisitions, Legal Issues, Trials, Wills, Powers of Attorney
Education
University of the Pacific - McGeorge School of Law 2006 — 2010
J.D., Law
The University of Freiburg 1990 — 1994
Master's, Political Science, German Literature
The University of Göttingen 1989 — 1990
Certificate, German Language
University of California, Davis 1984 — 1988
B.A., Political Science
Piedmont Hills High School 1980 — 1984
High School
Office of Senator Patricia "Pat" Bates January 2015 - Present
California State Assembly March 2008 - December 2014
Office of Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger August 2006 - February 2008
MB (Mark Bogetich) Public Affairs June 2006 - July 2006
Office of Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger April 2005 - July 2005
Skills
Op-ed Writing, Speech Writing, Message Development, Social Media, Political Consulting, Public Policy, Constituent Services, Public Affairs, Political Communication, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Press Releases
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2004 — 2006
B.A., Political Science
College of Alameda 2001 — 2004
A.A., Political Science
California State Water Resources Control Board, Office of Chief Counsel December 2013 - Present
California State Water Resources Control Board, Office of Chief Counsel October 2013 - November 2013
California Environmental Law & Policy Center - UC Davis School of Law January 2012 - May 2013
California State Assembly January 2013 - April 2013
California State Water Resources Control Board, Office of Chief Counsel May 2012 - August 2012
Office of the Attorney General - State of California August 2011 - December 2011
California Department of Water Resources, Office of the Chief Counsel May 2011 - August 2011
Berkeley Bowl Marketplace May 2009 - May 2010
Natural Heritage Institute June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Public Speaking, Research, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Leadership, Environmental Policy, Water Resources, Water Quality, Environmental Justice, Land Use, Natural Resources, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Event Planning, Customer Service, Editing, Courts, Analysis, Environmental Law, Hearings, Climate Change, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Westlaw
Education
UC Davis School of Law 2010 — 2013
J.D., with Environmental Law, Pro Bono, and Public Service Law Certificates
University of California, Berkeley 2004 — 2008
B.A. / B.S., Rhetoric / Conservation and Resource Studies
Loyola High School of Los Angeles 2000 — 2004
U.S. Department of State August 2014 - Present
United States Agency for International Development August 2013 - August 2014
U.S. Department of State January 2013 - May 2013
California State Assembly May 2012 - August 2012
Asia House January 2012 - May 2012
J.Crew June 2010 - January 2011
Western Blue May 2009 - July 2009
Skills
International Relations, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, International..., Economics, Politics, NGOs, Research, Social Entrepreneurship, Corporate Social..., Intercultural..., Public Relations, Non-profits, Punjabi, Hindi, Spanish, Political Science, Foreign Policy, Strategic Communications, International Economics, International Security, Foreign Affairs, Diplomacy, Government, Human Rights
Education
Pleasant Grove High School
Syracuse University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International Relations and Affairs, South Asian Studies
Assemblymember Jimmy Gomez January 2013 - Present
California State Assembly January 2009 - January 2013
United States Air Force May 2002 - September 2006
Skills
Government Contracting, Legislative Affairs, Government, Defense, National Security, Air Force, Legal Writing, Military Experience, Process Improvement, Intelligence Analysis, Contract Negotiation, Management, Legal Research, Change Management, Operations Management, Coalitions, Command, Community Outreach, Policy, Constituent Services, Political Campaigns, Nonprofits, Executive Management, PowerPoint, Social Networking, Program Management, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Operational Planning, Security Clearance, Public Speaking, Leadership Development, Microsoft Office, International Relations, Volunteer Management, Process Scheduler, Outlook, Customer Service, Organizational..., Leadership, Fundraising, Military Operations, Budgets, Policy Analysis, Project Management, Contract Management, Homeland Security, Emergency Management, DoD, Legislative Relations
Education
United States Air Force Academy 1998 — 2002
BS, Social Sciences
City of Palo Alto July 2015 - Present
California State Assembly December 2010 - July 2015
County of San Mateo February 2008 - August 2010
County of San Mateo May 2004 - May 2007
GCA Strategies April 2003 - May 2004
California State Assembly March 1999 - August 2001
Skills
Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Land Use Planning, Legislative Relations, Community Outreach, Local Government, Community Development, Budget Management, Public Speaking, Legislation, Economic Development, Politics, Land Development, Policy, Strategic Communications, Public Relations, Program Management, Government Relations, Land Use, Government, Nonprofits
Education
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) 2001 — 2002
Master of Science (MS), Regional and Urban Planning
University of California, Davis 1992 — 1997
2 BA's: Political Science and US History, Political Science and Government
California State Assembly September 2015 - Present
California Medical Association June 2014 - Present
Stanford Department of Neurosurgery March 2013 - Present
American Medical Association November 2012 - Present
The Prognosis March 2012 - Present
Ben Allen for Senate 2014 May 2014 - November 2014
Stanford Healthcare Consulting Group January 2013 - March 2013
Stetson Powell Orthopedics and Sports Medicine May 2011 - June 2012
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center May 2010 - August 2010
Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health September 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Medical Ethics, Clinical Research, Medicine, Public Health, Neuroscience, Research, Hip-Hop, Creative Writing, Editing, Stata, Qualitative Research, International Relations, EMR, Global Health, Epidemiology, Public Policy, Health Policy, Social Media, WordPress, Public Speaking, Outcomes Research, Medical Statistics, Los Angeles Lakers, Writing, Data Analysis, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits
Education
Stanford Medical School 2012 — 2017
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Masters in Public Policy (M.P.P.)
Columbia College, Columbia University in the City of New York 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Neuroscience and Behavior; Premedical Studies
Harvard-Westlake School 2001 — 2007
High School
California Public Utilities Commission March 2015 - Present
California Coastal Commission November 2013 - March 2015
California Public Utilities Commission July 2013 - October 2013
California State Assembly January 2011 - May 2013
Ken Cooley for State Assembly 2012 October 2012 - November 2012
California State Assembly December 2008 - December 2010
Skills
Legislative Affairs, Governmental Affairs, Policy Analysis, Political Campaigns, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Legislation, Public Policy, Legislative Relations, Policy, Nonprofits, Grassroots Organizing, Regulatory Affairs, Politics
Education
University of California, Berkeley
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Linguistics
Office of Legislative Counsel November 2008 - Present
AccuMed International, Inc. December 1996 - September 2001
Graham & James LLP February 1995 - December 1996
Sidley Austin LLP December 1989 - September 1994
California State Assembly August 1983 - July 1985
Skills
Corporate Law, Legislation, Legislative Relations, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Westlaw, Public Policy
Education
Boalt Hall School of Law, UC Berkeley 1985 — 1988
Doctor of Law (JD), law
University of California, Berkeley 1981 — 1982
Bachelor of Arts (BA), History
University of the Pacific 1978 — 1980
Pre-Law Studies/History
California State Senate April 2013 - Present
California State Assembly December 2012 - April 2013
Canterbury English October 2011 - October 2012
Skills
Spanish, Research, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Policy Analysis, Politics, Public Policy, Grant Writing, Program Development, International Relations, Nonprofits, Fundraising, International..., Editing, Political Science
Education
Universidad Complutense de Madrid 2011 — 2012
Master's degree, Política Internacional
University of California, Los Angeles 2006 — 2011
Bachelor's degree, International Development and Labor Studies
Democratic National Committee October 2014 - Present
National Democratic Institute (NDI) April 2013 - October 2014
United States Senate, Office of Charles E. Schumer February 2013 - April 2013
Missouri Democratic Coordinated Campaign July 2012 - November 2012
Stanford University April 2011 - June 2012
Fraktion Bündnis 90/ Die Grünen im Deutschen Bundestag June 2011 - August 2011
U.S. Department of State September 2010 - December 2010
California State Assembly June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Research, Politics, Public Speaking, International Relations, Leadership, Community Outreach, Policy Analysis, Student Affairs, Event Planning, Public Policy, Social Media, Teamwork, Student Development, German, Foreign Policy, Political Science, Volunteer Management, Data Analysis, Capitol Hill, Political Campaigns, Grassroots Organizing, Congress, Constituent Relations, Communication, Nonprofits, Political Parties, Democracy Promotion, Community Service, Photography, Grassroots
Education
Stanford University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International Relations and Affairs
York School
Young Ideas August 2007 - Present
Boulder County Democratic Party 2015 - 2015
Goddard Claussen Public Affairs 2004 - 2007
Fenn Communications 1997 - 2004
The California Institute for Federal Policy Research September 1995 - December 1997
California State Assembly 1994 - 1995
Congresswoman Pat Schroeder 1992 - 1993
Skills
Public Relations, Video, Television, Politics, Political Campaigns, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Press Releases, Community Outreach, Message Development, Speech Writing
Education
The George Washington University 1995 — 1996
MA, Graduate School of Political Management
University of Colorado Boulder 1990 — 1994
BA, History
The California Endowment February 2013 - Present
California State Assembly October 2011 - December 2012
Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes June 2011 - February 2012
Skills
Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Community Organizing, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Legislation, Legislative Relations, Policy, Politics, Program Management, Research, Coalitions, Event Planning, Grant Writing, Grants
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2007 — 2011
Political Science, Spanish Literature, Education
Harvard Kennedy School of Government June 2011 - June 2012
Hand hygiene study in Kibera, Kenya August 2010 - May 2011
Border Green Energy Team January 2011 - April 2011
Population Services International January 2009 - March 2009
Stanford University March 2008 - December 2008
California State Assembly June 2007 - August 2007
Education
Tufts University 2014 — 2017
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 2012 — 2014
Master of Science (MS), Environmental Science and Engineering
Stanford University 2006 — 2010
BSc, Environmental Engineering, minor in Political Science
Magic March 2015 - April 2015
Envirocom Communications July 2012 - July 2014
Alameda County Board of Supervisors January 2007 - September 2011
California State Senate November 2004 - December 2006
California State Assembly June 2002 - November 2004
Skills
Public Policy, Policy, Community Outreach, Government Relations, Research, Community Relations, Policy Analysis, Spanish, Grassroots Organizing, Social Media, Public Relations, Government, Media Relations, Government Affairs, Non-profits, Program Development, Politics, Political Campaigns, Community Development, Volunteer Management, Fundraising, Grant Writing, Community Organizing, Social Networking, Nonprofits, Grants, Leadership, Strategic Communications, Program Evaluation, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning
Education
University of California, Los Angeles 1997 — 1999
Masters, Public Policy
University of California, Berkeley 1992 — 1996
BA, Political Science
San Lorenzo High School
SEI December 2012 - Present
reInvention LLC January 2012 - June 2012
California State Assembly August 2011 - December 2011
Lincoln Financial Advisors December 2010 - April 2011
Skills
PowerPoint, Customer Relations, Social Media, Customer Service, Research, New Business Development, Mutual Funds, Hedge Funds, Investments, Market Research, Data Analysis, Financial Analysis, Marketing Research, Analysis, Quantitative Research, Public Speaking
Education
Temple University - Fox School of Business and Management 2007 — 2011
BBA, Economics
Lower Moreland High School 2003 — 2007
Alameda County Board of Supervisors June 2015 - Present
UC Berkeley Graduate Assembly July 2014 - July 2015
Coalition of Kaiser Permanente Unions January 2015 - May 2015
UC Berkeley Center for Labor Research and Education August 2014 - May 2015
Covered California California Health Benefit Exchange June 2014 - August 2014
City of Oakland January 2014 - May 2014
California State Assembly October 2010 - August 2013
California State Assembly October 2010 - September 2011
Skills
Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Community Outreach, Policy, Community Organizing, Legislation, Legislative Relations, Research, Political Consulting, Event Planning, Political Science, Public Speaking, Grassroots Organizing, Politics, Legislative Research, Coalitions, Government, Political Campaigns, Community Development, Legislative Affairs, Political Communication, Nonprofits, Economic Development, State Government, Speech Writing, Governmental Affairs, Public Affairs, Proposal Writing, Public Health, Grassroots
Education
University of California, Berkeley - Goldman School of Public Policy 2013 — 2015
Master of Public Policy (MPP), Public Policy Analysis
University of California, Berkeley - School of Public Health 2014 — 2015
Master of Public Health (MPH), Health Policy & Management
University of California, Berkeley 2006 — 2010
B.A. with Honors, Ethnic Studies, Asian American Studies
University of California, Berkeley - Goldman School of Public Policy 2009 — 2009
Law & Public Policy Fellow, Public Policy and International Affairs (PPIA)
Consave August 2014 - Present
University of North Texas December 2011 - August 2014
Greater Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce March 2011 - December 2011
AllPlayers.com, Inc. January 2010 - March 2011
Texas Tech University System December 1999 - December 2009
Texas House of Representatives December 1998 - December 1999
California State Assembly January 1996 - December 1998
Skills
Fundraising, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Politics, Public Policy, Nonprofits, Government, Leadership, International Relations, Event Planning, Media Relations, Community Outreach, Strategic Communications, Higher Education, Social Media, Event Management, Non-profits, Community Development, Marketing, Press Releases, Social Media Marketing, Volunteer Management, Policy, Management, Newsletters, Strategy, Research, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Communications, Speech Writing, Philanthropy, Policy Analysis, Sponsorship, Coaching, Team Leadership, Sports Marketing, Legislative Relations, Leadership Development, Marketing Strategy, Corporate Communications, Political Campaigns
Education
Texas Tech University 1989 — 1994
BA, Government/Politcal Science
The University of Texas at Austin
Portland State University September 2012 - Present
Sociometricis Corporation October 2008 - July 2012
Fairfood International February 2011 - October 2011
National Sexuality Resource Center 2005 - 2008
San Francisco Dept. of Public Health 1999 - 2005
HIV Center - Columbia University 1998 - 1999
Pittsburgh University 1997 - 1998
California State Senate 1987 - 1989
California State Assembly 1986 - 1987
Skills
Qualitative Research, Grants, Public Policy, Research, Program Management, Public Speaking, Quantitative Research, Sustainability, Teaching, Research Design, Policy, Program Evaluation, Public Health, Focus Groups, SPSS, Policy Analysis, Project Management, Leadership, Blogging, Environmental Policy, Grant Writing, Program Development, NGOs, Training
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2010 — 2011
Certificate, Sustainability Studies
Merritt College Landscape Horticulture Dept. 2007 — 2009
Certificate, Landscape Horticulture
University of Michigan 1989 — 1996
Ph.D., Anthropology
Stanford University Law School 1983 — 1986
JD
University of California, Berkeley 1979 — 1983
AB, Economics
Teach for America July 2012 - Present
The Daily Californian August 2011 - May 2012
The Mary Magdalene Project, Inc. June 2011 - July 2011
The Daily Californian September 2008 - March 2011
California State Assembly June 2010 - July 2010
Skills
Newspaper, Journalism, Editing, Blogging, Fact-checking, Ap Style, Editorial, Proofreading, Interviews, Leadership, Newspapers, Copy Editing, Storytelling
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature/Letters
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP September 2014 - Present
California State Assembly October 2013 - September 2014
Federal Communications Commission May 2012 - August 2012
Congressional Campaign of Manan Trivedi of District PA-06 May 2010 - November 2010
United States House June 2009 - August 2009
Eviction Defense Collaborative September 2008 - December 2008
Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Westlaw, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Politics, Non-profits, Litigation, Research, Editing, Community Outreach, Intellectual Property, Social Media, Public Speaking, Courts, Fundraising, Event Planning, Government
Education
University of Michigan Law School 2010 — 2013
Juris Doctor, May 2013
University of California, Berkeley 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, Public Policy Minor
County of Sacramento September 2013 - Present
Behavioral Therapist April 2013 - September 2013
Schott & Lites Advocates November 2012 - April 2013
California State Assembly February 2011 - November 2012
Speaker's Office of Communications March 2010 - October 2011
Shriners Hospitals for Children March 2010 - August 2011
CBS 13 2009 - 2009
Center for the Mind and Brain May 2008 - October 2008
Coalition of Concerned Legal Professionals January 2008 - May 2008
UC Davis, Student Housing September 2006 - June 2007
Skills
Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Press Releases, Public Speaking
Education
University of California, Davis 2004 — 2009
BS and BA, Psychobiology, Spanish
Universidad de Granada 2006 — 2007
Spanish Philology
California State Board of Equalization January 2015 - Present
The Master's College October 2011 - Present
Paraclete Consulting - Fundraising & Event Management April 2011 - Present
California State Board of Equalization February 2011 - December 2014
Aprea & Micheli June 2009 - February 2011
Capitol Ministries August 2001 - May 2009
California State Assembly February 1999 - August 2001
Leslie for Lt. Governor August 1997 - November 1998
Skills
Non-profits, Legislative Relations, Nonprofits, Politics, Policy, Public Policy, Public Speaking, Policy Analysis, Event Planning, Political Campaigns, Discipleship, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Grassroots Organizing, Government, Legislative Affairs, Administration, Community Outreach, Grassroots
Education
The Master's College 2005 — 2011
MA, Biblical Counseling
University of California, Davis 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Science, Political Science
Valley High School 1989 — 1993
California State Assembly July 2012 - Present
The Sacramento Bee April 1992 - July 2012
Skills
Journalism, Newspapers, Media Relations, AP Style
Education
Stanford University
AB, Economics
The White House January 2015 - May 2015
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs July 2014 - December 2014
The White House January 2014 - May 2014
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego October 2013 - January 2014
VOX Global January 2013 - May 2013
United States Senate September 2012 - December 2012
Federal Communications Commission March 2012 - June 2012
California State Assembly August 2011 - December 2011
UC San Diego August 2010 - December 2010
Skills
Governmental Affairs, Telecommunications, Local Government, Federal Government, Federal Agencies, Congressional Affairs, Telecommunications..., Net Neutrality, Internet Governance, Communications Law, Administrative Law, Legislation, Legislative Affairs, Legislative Research, Public Policy, Political Campaigns, Grassroots Organizing, Politics, Legislative Relations, Political Science, Public Speaking, Research, Policy Analysis, Policy, Grassroots
Education
The George Washington University 2014 — 2015
Master's degree, Legislative Affairs
University of California, San Diego
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), American Government and Politics (United States)
Apple October 2014 - Present
Stanford University April 2012 - March 2014
Apple June 2013 - September 2013
Stanford University September 2012 - June 2013
Stanford University April 2012 - August 2012
California State Assembly June 2011 - August 2011
Stanford University June 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Ruby on Rails, SQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, C, C++, Java, Neo4j, Blueprints (Graph..., Unix, Microsoft Office
Education
Stanford University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Computer Science
Soquel High
County of Sonoma, Board of Supervisors November 2008 - Present
Redwood Credit Union January 2006 - December 2008
California State Assembly 2004 - 2006
County of Sonoma, Economic Development Board June 2003 - April 2004
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1999 — 2003
BS, Environmental Economics and Policy
Politi-Cal Podcast July 2015 - Present
Justice Policy Institute July 2014 - May 2015
George Washington University August 2013 - May 2014
UCLA Department of Political Science May 2012 - July 2012
State of California July 2011 - September 2011
Reading to Kids March 2011 - June 2011
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee September 2010 - December 2010
California State Assembly June 2010 - September 2010
Skills
Politics, Research, Public Speaking, Social Media, Event Planning, Policy Analysis, Spanish, Political Research, Writing, Italian, Graphic Design, Desktop Publishing, Speech Writing, Podcasting, Video Editing, Nonprofits, Blogging
Education
The George Washington University 2013 — 2015
Master's Degree, Public Administration
University of California, Los Angeles 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science
Homestead High School 2004 — 2008
California Department of Transportation June 2014 - Present
Lucas Public Affairs July 2013 - February 2014
First 5 California March 2013 - July 2013
California State Assembly April 2012 - November 2012
Mozaic Media + Communications January 2012 - April 2012
California Department of Consumer Affairs July 2011 - December 2011
California Environmental Protection Agency January 2011 - June 2011
Office of Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger August 2010 - December 2010
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger May 2010 - August 2010
California Recovery Task Force August 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Public Relations, Press Releases, Political Campaigns, Crisis Communications, Public Policy, Politics, Coalitions, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Legislative Relations, Speech Writing, Government, Community Outreach, Policy, Nonprofits, Editing, Newsletters, Policy Analysis, Social Media, Research, Facebook, Legislation, Public Affairs, Grassroots Organizing, Spokesperson, Political Consulting, Proposal Writing, Community Development, Economic Development, Message Development, Leadership, Political Science, State Government, Legislative Affairs, Fundraising, Political Communication, Crisis Management, Corporate Communications, Internal Communications
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2001 — 2005
B.A. and B.S., Political Science, Business Administration
Clovis West High School
Clovis West High School
John Burton Foundation for Children Without Homes July 2014 - Present
California State Assembly September 2012 - July 2014
Jesse Unruh Assembly Fellowship October 2011 - September 2012
Urban Habitat October 2010 - May 2011
The Greenlining Institute October 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Public Policy, Non-profits, Journalism, Community Organizing, Policy Analysis, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Grassroots Organizing, Blogging, Political Campaigns, Coalitions, Fundraising, Legislative Relations, Social Media, Politics
Education
University of Michigan 2010 — 2010
UC Berkeley
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International Development Studies
CGI 2013 - Present
California State Assembly January 2012 - January 2013
California State Assembly December 2010 - January 2012
Capital Fellows Programs October 2009 - November 2010
UCLA School of Law February 2007 - July 2009
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute June 2008 - August 2008
JusticeCorps September 2007 - June 2008
Skills
Public Policy, Legislative Relations, Political Campaigns, Policy Analysis, Legislative Research, Media Relations, Public Relations, Legislation, Community Outreach, Public Affairs, Grant Writing, Legislative Affairs, Public Speaking, Research, Political Science, Coalitions, Constituent Services, Press Releases, State Government, Political Consulting, Political Communication, Government, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Speech Writing, International Relations, Policy, Economic Development, Politics, Strategic Communications, Grassroots Organizing
Education
Stanford University 2009 — 2009
Certificate Summer Institute for General Management
University of California, Los Angeles 2006 — 2009
B.A., Political Science
Southwestern Community College 2003 — 2006
A.A., Political Science
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep High School July 2011 - Present
The Shuler Law Firm September 2009 - August 2011
VolunteerMatch.com January 2011 - March 2011
Boys and Girls Club of San Francisco - Tutor Corps September 2010 - March 2011
White House Office of Management and Budget September 2007 - September 2009
U.S. Department of Justice - Environmental and Natural Resources Division July 2008 - January 2009
United States Senate - Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions January 2007 - May 2007
California State Assembly January 2003 - July 2004
Skills
Litigation, Legal Research, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Mediation, Research, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Policy, Politics, Teaching, Mentoring, Nonprofits, Government, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Legislation, Management, Legislative Relations
Education
University of Arizona, James E. Rogers College of Law 2004 — 2007
Juris Doctorate, Law
University of California, Davis 1998 — 2002
B.S., Managerial Economics
California State Assembly December 2012 - Present
City of Rancho Cordova, CA. July 2003 - December 2012
California State Senate April 2009 - January 2011
Sacramento Valley Division (Modoc to Amador), League of California Cities June 2003 - September 2010
League of California Cities November 2008 - May 2009
California's Alfred E. Alquist Seismic Safety Commission April 2007 - May 2009
State Farm Insurance Companies January 1991 - December 2008
California State Assembly, Finance and Insurance Committee August 1988 - January 1991
California Land Title Association February 1985 - July 1988
Office of Assemblyman Louis J. Papan, California State Assembly April 1977 - February 1985
Skills
Collaborative Problem..., Legislative Strategy, Strategic Communications, Policy, Research, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Leadership, Public Affairs, Legislative Relations, Strategy, Legal Research, Insurance, Community Outreach, Legislation, Crisis Communications, Strategic Planning, Government, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Political Campaigns, Governmental Affairs, Legal Writing, Local Government, Program Development, Analysis, Politics, Community Development, Grants, Training, Volunteer Management, Economic Development, Coalitions, International Relations, Public Relations, Fundraising, Public Administration, Event Planning, Grassroots Organizing, Non-profits, Risk Management, Land Use, Political Consulting, Legislative Affairs, Media Relations, Budgets, Litigation, Grant Writing, Political Science, Mediation
Education
University of the Pacific - McGeorge School of Law 1980 — 1984
J.D., Law
University of California, Berkeley 1972 — 1977
B.A., Political Science
Shelby County Schools September 2013 - Present
Language World Services, Inc. September 2012 - July 2013
California State Assembly February 2012 - May 2012
Pacific McGeorge Community Legal Services January 2012 - May 2012
Prestige Law Corporation April 2011 - December 2011
Crossborder Development Corporation January 2008 - May 2008
Skills
Russian, Legal Research, Immigration Law, Legal Writing, Research, Corporate Law, International Law, Civil Litigation, Litigation, Entertainment Law, Trials, Legal Translation, Lexis, Translation, Policy Analysis, Mediation, Westlaw, Management, Legal Issues, Criminal Law, Criminal Defense, Document Review, Legal Assistance, Courts, Trademarks, Document Drafting, Administrative Law, Contract Law, Copyright Law, Licensing, Employment Law, Commercial Litigation, Alternative Dispute..., Arbitration, Corporate Governance, Dispute Resolution
Education
University of the Pacific - McGeorge School of Law 2009 — 2012
Juris Doctor, Law
Universität Salzburg 2010 — 2010
Certificate, International Legal Studies
State University of New York College at Plattsburgh 2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, International Business, Finance
The University of Memphis
Master of Arts in Teaching, Instruction and Curriculum Leadership
fathersdayfund.org May 2008 - Present
Affordable Housing Associates March 2008 - Present
Pacific Merchant Shipping Association April 2005 - Present
Alameda County Planning Commission March 2003 - Present
Grand Parameter LLC October 2001 - April 2005
Port of Oakland 2003 - 2003
California State Assembly June 1997 - January 2001
San Jose Business Journal June 1995 - January 1996
Skills
Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Non-profits, Economic Development, Politics, Government, Policy, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Political Campaigns, Strategic Communications, Public Affairs, Research, Transportation, Nonprofits, Management, Leadership
Education
University of California, Hastings College of the Law 2000 — 2003
JD
University of California, Berkeley 1994 — 1997
BA, Economics
Amador Valley High School 1991 — 1994
HS
Agoura High School 1990 — 1991
Health Net May 2004 - Present
Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) March 2000 - April 2004
California State Assembly November 1997 - March 1999
Skills
Corporate Communications, Strategic Communications, Public Relations, Editing, Public Speaking, Crisis Communications, Program Management, Healthcare, Social Media, Event Planning, Strategic Planning, Media Relations, Press Releases, Internal Communications, Nonprofits, Policy, Public Policy, Marketing Communications, Fundraising, Message Development, Community Outreach
Education
University of Arizona
BA, Political Science/Communications
University of Oregon
California State Assembly September 2011 - Present
City of Fullerton January 2013 - January 2015
1190AM Radio June 2011 - November 2012
California State Assembly April 2011 - August 2011
Orange County Board of Supervisors July 2010 - January 2011
Skills
Fundraising, Event Management, Radio, Political Campaigns, Non-profits, Public Relations, Legislation, Coalition Building, Strategic Communications, Public Speaking, Government Relations, Research, Lobbying, Coalitions, Political Consulting, Social Media, Political Communication, Community Outreach, Politics, Volunteer Management, Grassroots Organizing, Nonprofits, Media Relations, Government, Local Government, Legislative Relations, Speech Writing, Public Affairs, Policy Analysis, State Government, Message Development, Community Development, Event Planning, Public Policy
Education
University of California, San Diego
Management Science, B.S, Economics
Korean Language Institute, Yonsei UniversityEAP Study Center 2006 — 2007
Korean Language Certification
UCLA Anderson School of Management 2015 — 2016
MBA Riordan Fellows
US Sports Camps May 2015 - Present
CalTV January 2015 - Present
Brian A. Vogel Law Offices June 2014 - August 2014
California State Assembly May 2014 - August 2014
Spanish Hills Country Club & Pierpont Racquet Club 2013 - 2014
Skills
Program Management, Public Speaking, Teaching, Editing, Event Planning, Research, Higher Education, Nonprofits, Project Management, Leadership, Social Media, Time Management, Finance, Sports, Teamwork, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2014 — 2018
Intended Economics or Haas School of Business
Kaiser Permanente February 2014 - July 2015
Kaiser Permanente February 2013 - February 2014
UCOP May 2012 - October 2012
HUD June 2011 - September 2011
California Department of Social Services September 2008 - August 2010
City of Richmond, California April 2008 - August 2008
Early Academic Outreach Program August 2007 - May 2008
California State Assembly June 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Policy Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Grant Writing, Public Policy, Stata, Community Outreach, Program Evaluation, Government, Research, Policy, Grants, Program Development, Politics, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Qualitative Research, Fundraising, Grassroots Organizing, Report Writing, Greater China, Data Analysis, Proposal Writing, Chinese history, Editing, Chinese Foreign Policy, Political Science, Chinese, Strategic Communications, Higher Education, Chinese politics, SPSS, Program Management, Statistics, Chinese culture, China Business..., Public Health, Economics, Volunteer Management, Speech Writing, Economic Development, Legislation, Foreign Policy, Legislative Relations, International..., International Relations, Community Development, Quantitative Research, Workshop Facilitation, Business Analysis, Business Strategy
Education
University of Michigan 2010 — 2012
Master of Public Policy, Health Policy Analysis
University of California, Berkeley 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communications, Asian American Studies
Google August 2015 - August 2015
Purpose www.purpose.com June 2015 - August 2015
UNICEF January 2015 - May 2015
Chaxcha October 2014 - December 2014
AES World Languages and Cultures Institute, Inc. May 2014 - July 2014
Tufts Student Resources January 2014 - May 2014
Tufts University August 2013 - September 2013
Melting Pot of Larkspur June 2013 - August 2013
Integrative Law Institute May 2013 - August 2013
California State Assembly June 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Social Media, International Relations, Psychology, Conflict Management, Community Outreach, Program Development, Communication, Editing, Nonprofits, Problem Solving, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Facebook, Public Speaking
Education
Tufts University 2012 — 2016
Bachelor’s Degree, International Relations and Affairs, Sociology, Senior
Marin Academy High School 2008 — 2012
High School
Spotify June 2015 - August 2015
eHealth Inc May 2014 - August 2014
Infolinks, Inc. May 2013 - August 2013
Videotov May 2012 - October 2012
The Campanile August 2009 - June 2011
Office of Congresswoman Anna Eshoo November 2009 - May 2011
California State Assembly June 2010 - November 2010
Education
Tufts University 2013 — 2016
Economics
The George Washington University 2011 — 2013
Palo Alto High School 2007 — 2011
Stryker September 2013 - Present
Western Union September 2013 - December 2013
MPD + Co. September 2013 - October 2013
Stryker Sustainability Solutions May 2013 - August 2013
Environment in the Public Interest May 2011 - August 2011
California State Assembly June 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Leadership, Recruiting, Management, International Relations, Strategic Planning, Sustainability, Cross-functional Team..., Medical Devices, French, International Business, Event Management, Sourcing, Employee Engagement, Market Research, Brand Management
Education
Thunderbird School of Global Management 2012 — 2013
MS, Global Management
California Polytechnic State University 2007 — 2011
BA, Political Science; International Relations and French
Université Paul Cézanne (Aix-Marseille III) 2009 — 2010
French
University of Southern California September 2012 - Present
California State Assembly November 2010 - December 2012
Burnside & Associates February 2010 - June 2010
Education Pioneers October 2009 - January 2010
United States Senate September 2009 - January 2010
Armenian National Committee of America September 2009 - January 2010
Armenian National Committee of America June 2009 - August 2009
UC Berkeley August 2006 - May 2009
Skills
Armenian, Government Relations, Public Speaking, Politics, Social Media, Writing, Research, Public Policy, Lobbying, Government, Policy Analysis, Policy, Political Campaigns, Political Science, Legislative Relations, Fundraising, Public Relations, Editing, Press Releases, Nonprofits, Grassroots Organizing, Grant Writing, Speech Writing, Stata, Community Outreach, Legislation, Grants, Qualitative Research, Community Development, International Relations, Volunteer Management, Program Development, Strategic Communications, Foreign Policy, Economic Development, Grassroots
Education
University of Southern California 2014 — 2018
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Urban Education Policy
University of Southern California 2012 — 2014
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy Analysis
University of Southern California - Sol Price School of Public Policy 2012 — 2014
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy Analysis, 3.8
University of California, Berkeley 2005 — 2009
B.A., International Political Economy
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) May 2015 - Present
U.S. Department of the Treasury September 2014 - December 2014
U.S. Department of Commerce May 2014 - August 2014
Progressive Public Affairs August 2013 - May 2014
California State Assembly June 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Public Policy, Management, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Policy Research, Legislative Research, Leadership, Policy Analysis, Financial Regulation, Economics, Data Analysis, Data Entry, Political Communication, Writing, Legislation, Constituent..., Microsoft Excel, Advocacy, Oracle, Web Maintenance, Microsoft Office
Education
The Ohio State University 2013 — 2016
Bachelor of Science in Economics, Minor in Public Policy
Milpitas High School 2009 — 2013
Diploma
Institute for Women's Policy Research February 2015 - Present
AFL CIO September 2014 - November 2014
The George Washington University School of Media and Public Affairs August 2013 - July 2014
AAUW September 2013 - May 2014
George Washington University September 2012 - May 2013
California State Assembly June 2009 - August 2012
California State Assembly January 2007 - December 2008
Sacramento Kings October 2005 - April 2007
California State Assembly March 2006 - January 2007
The Sacramento Bee January 2004 - January 2005
Skills
Press Releases, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Social Media, Crisis Communications, Public Relations, Political Communication, Politics, Legislative Relations, Journalism, State Legislation, Governmental Affairs, Facebook, Public Affairs, Newsletters, Editing, Press Conferences, Public Policy, Media Planning, Press Kits, Women's Issues, Legislative Policy, Aging, Nonprofits, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Policy Analysis, Website Building
Education
The George Washington University 2012 — 2014
Master's Degree, Media & Public Affairs
University of California, Davis 2001 — 2005
Bachelor's degree, Communications and Sociology
California State Assembly September 2014 - Present
American Golf Corporation May 2012 - August 2014
BMS Marketing and Management Group, LLC October 2010 - May 2012
Allen & O'Hara, Inc. June 2007 - June 2010
Skills
Social Media, Customer Service, Social Networking, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Marketing, Microsoft Office, Event Management, Community Outreach, Research, Editing, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Marketing Strategy, Online Advertising, Leadership, Sales
Education
University of Arizona 2006 — 2010
Interdisciplinary Studies, Business, Communication, English, Political Science, Africana Studies
Union College August 2015 - Present
Step Up Silicon Valley June 2015 - Present
Union College September 2014 - Present
Local Government Association April 2015 - June 2015
Gap Inc. June 2013 - February 2015
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission June 2014 - August 2014
Union College October 2012 - June 2014
United States Senate June 2013 - September 2013
California State Assembly July 2012 - August 2012
Happy Day Microfunds December 2010 - July 2012
Skills
Community Outreach, Event Planning, Fundraising, Leadership, Politics, Policy Analysis, Nonprofits, Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking, Legislative Research, Political Campaigns, Legislation, Public Policy, Organization, Publicity
Education
Union College 2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Anthropology, Political Science; Minor, Cyberethics
Western Pacific Research, Inc July 2014 - Present
California State Assembly May 2015 - Present
Family Research Council January 2015 - April 2015
Wentworth Lawn Services April 2013 - January 2015
In The Gap, Inc. 2014 - 2014
Pacific Justice Institute September 2013 - October 2013
Assemblywoman Shannon Grove, 34th District August 2013 - September 2013
Skills
Nonprofits, Research, Government, Politics, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Legislation, Blogging, Public Policy, Political Campaigns, Creative Writing, Customer Service, Writing, Microsoft Office, Constitutional Law, State Government, State Politics, Federal Courts, Legislative Research, Local Government, Legal Research, Blogger, Policy, Editing, Political Organization, Marketing Communications, Legislative Policy, Constitutional Rights, Bylaws, Court Cases, Client Intake, Philosophy, Teaching, Tutoring, Legislative Relations, Political Communication, Criminal Law, Political Science, Fundraising, MailChimp, Constant Contact
Education
Oakbrook College of Law and Governmental Policy 2014 — 2018
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law, 3.33
Thomas Edison State College 2012 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, History, 3.8
CollegePlus 2012 — 2013
General Education
Emergency Management Institute 2012 — 2013
General Education in Emergency Management, Emergency Management and Response
Abeka Academy 2008 — 2011
High School Diploma, General Studies, 3.2
California State Assembly April 2015 - Present
California Department of Toxic Substances Control August 2014 - March 2015
California Department of Toxic Substances Control October 2013 - July 2014
American Bar Association July 2012 - August 2013
ACLU of Northern California August 2012 - December 2012
American Bar Foundation June 2012 - August 2012
East Bay Community Law Center January 2012 - May 2012
UC Berkeley Department of Political Science January 2012 - May 2012
UC Berkeley School of Law October 2010 - May 2012
San Diego District Attorney May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Legal Research, Press Releases, Policy Analysis, Event Planning, Social Media, Fundraising, Microsoft Office, Blogging, Journalism, Team Building, InDesign, Stata, Statistics, Editing, Adobe Creative Suite, Web Design, Environmental Justice, Process Improvement, Policy
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
Rancho Bernardo High School
California State Assembly May 2015 - Present
BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. May 2013 - April 2015
Perry Communications Group May 2012 - May 2013
Perry Communications Group November 2010 - May 2012
East Meridian Strategies April 2010 - December 2010
Edelman September 2009 - March 2010
Homeland Security Policy Institute May 2009 - August 2009
FIRST Robotics- DC Regional Competition January 2009 - February 2009
United States Senate October 2007 - January 2009
WRGW September 2004 - May 2007
Skills
Media Relations, Public Relations, Politics, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications, Social Media, Editing, Research, Coalition Building, Writing, Newsletters, Coalitions, Blogging, Political Campaigns, Publicity, Facebook, Political Management, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Speech Writing, Government Relations, Issue Advocacy, Proofreading, Sports, Constituent..., Copy Editing, Client Liaison, Health Care Reform, Herding Cats, Grassroots Organizing, Legislative Affairs, Political Reporting, Political Communication, Message Development, Crisis Communications, Event Management, Legislative Relations, Press Releases, PAC, Accounting, Project Management
Education
The George Washington University 2003 — 2007
B.A., Journalism
Universidad de Sevilla 2006 — 2006
Semester Abroad, Writing, Semantics, History of Three Cultures (Christianity, Judaism and Islam), Spanish Cinema
Manchester High School West 1999 — 2003
High School Diploma
Esurance April 2012 - August 2015
Esurance July 2011 - April 2012
Squire Sanders September 2009 - April 2011
Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP September 2006 - January 2009
Haddad & Associates Law Office June 2004 - September 2004
California State Assembly June 2002 - September 2002
Skills
Corporate Law, Cross-border..., Entrepreneurship, Legal Advice, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Licensing, Negotiation, Strategy, Corporate Governance, Courts, Mediation, Capital Markets, Finance, Mergers & Acquisitions, Litigation, Human Resources, Mergers
Education
University of California, Berkeley - School of Law 2003 — 2006
J.D, Law
University of California, Berkeley 1999 — 2003
Bachelors, Political Science
City of Oakland, California November 2014 - Present
Caldwell Flores Winters November 2000 - Present
Peralta Community College District December 2006 - December 2014
Abel Guillen for Assembly 2012 2011 - November 2012
California Democratic Party 2008 - 2010
Coro Center for Civic Leadership 1998 - 1999
California State Assembly 1997 - 1998
California State Assembly 1997 - 1998
Skills
Public Policy, Community Outreach, Policy Analysis, Grassroots Organizing, Non-profits, Political Campaigns, Finance, Public Speaking, Community Organizing, Politics, Legislative Relations, Program Evaluation, Policy, Community Development, Leadership, Leadership Development, Fundraising, Strategic Communications, Program Development, Speech Writing, Coalitions, Program Management, Volunteer Management, Economic Development, Higher Education, Political Consulting, Research, Strategy
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1999 — 2001
MA, Public Policy
UC Berkeley 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
California State Assembly February 2010 - Present
California Democratic Party 2003 - 2010
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1998 — 2002
Bachelor's degree, Political Science and Government
Theis Realty Group Inc July 2015 - Present
Theis Realty Group Inc July 2015 - Present
California State Assembly August 2012 - July 2015
California State Assembly December 2010 - August 2012
California State Senate March 2010 - November 2010
California State Senate September 2009 - September 2010
Tucson Chamber of Commerce January 2009 - June 2009
California Poultry Federation June 2008 - August 2008
Turlock Golf & Country Club February 2003 - August 2008
Coldwell Banker Endsley & Associates June 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Public Policy, Politics, Legislative Relations, Legislation, Policy Analysis, Political Campaigns, State Government, Policy, Public Speaking, Press Releases, Research, Coalitions, Legislative Research, Facebook, Governmental Affairs, Political Communication, Microsoft Excel, Event Planning, Grassroots Organizing, Political Consulting, Speech Writing, Office Management, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office Xp, Grassroots, Windows, Windows Vista, Sales, Residential Homes, Sellers, Real Estate, Buyers, Social Media, QuickBooks
Education
University of Arizona 2005 — 2009
BS, Business Management
University of Arizona, Eller College of Management 2005 — 2009
BS, Management
Turlock High School 2001 — 2005
Deloitte June 2014 - August 2014
UCLA September 2012 - June 2014
Infortrend July 2011 - September 2011
City of Mountain View January 2010 - September 2011
California State Assembly June 2010 - July 2010
Skills
Peer Tutoring, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Research, Public Speaking, Social Networking
Education
University of California, Los Angeles 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Economics, Accounting and Spanish Minors, Summa Cum Laude
Universidad Carlos III de Madrid 2014 — 2014
Mountain View High School 2007 — 2011
Nielsen February 2014 - Present
Harris Interactive October 2004 - February 2014
Fairbank, Maslin, Maullin & Associates August 2001 - March 2004
California State Assembly March 1997 - August 1999
Polyglot International (defunct) 1994 - 1996
Skills
Qualitative Research, Health Policy, Survey Design, Quantitative Research, Market Research, Questionnaire Design, Primary Research, Segmentation, Customer Insight, Strategy, Consumer Behaviour, Market Intelligence, SPSS, Report Writing, Healthcare, Focus Groups, Competitive Intelligence, Research Design, Advertising Research
Education
UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs 1999 — 2001
MPP
UC Davis 1989 — 1993
BA
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP October 2014 - Present
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP May 2013 - July 2013
United States Bankruptcy Court June 2012 - August 2012
Bank of America June 2010 - August 2010
University of California, Berkeley - Boalt Law School January 2010 - August 2010
California State Assembly May 2008 - August 2008
United States House June 2008 - June 2008
Skills
Econometrics, Economics, Policy Analysis, Mandarin, Legal Writing, Policy, Research, Analysis, Qualitative Research, Trials, Corporate Law, Legal Issues, Public Policy, Politics, Legal Research, Data Analysis, Legislative Relations, Westlaw
Education
University of Southern California Law School 2011 — 2014
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
University of California, Berkeley 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Economics
Assemblymember Miguel Santiago December 2014 - Present
Assemblymember Raul Bocanegra February 2014 - November 2014
Assemblymember Bonnie Lowenthal April 2011 - December 2013
Assemblyman Pedro Nava December 2007 - December 2010
Children Now April 2007 - December 2007
Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority June 2006 - April 2007
California State Assembly June 2001 - June 2006
California State Assembly August 1999 - June 2001
Skills
Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Legislative Relations, Coalitions, Legislation, Policy
Education
University of Southern California 2004 — 2006
MPP, Public Policy
University of California, Berkeley 1997 — 2001
B.A., Political Science
Huntington Beach High School 1993 — 1997
The Berkeley Group September 2014 - Present
SKLZ June 2015 - August 2015
Portavoce PR June 2013 - May 2015
California State Assembly June 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Strategy, Leadership, Management Consulting, Public Speaking, Economics, Policy Analysis, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Management, PowerPoint, Budgets, Social Networking
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2013 — 2017
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics
Carlsbad High School 2009 — 2013
Linked Learning Alliance November 2014 - Present
Capitol Impact August 2013 - Present
Project Why July 2013 - Present
California State Assembly January 2011 - July 2013
No on Proposition 32 Campaign September 2012 - November 2012
Statewide Ballot Measure Campaign September 2010 - November 2010
Rich Gordon for Assembly August 2009 - September 2010
Ground Floor Public Affairs May 2009 - September 2010
Center for Governmental Studies January 2007 - September 2008
Skills
Politics, Political Campaigns, Strategic Communications, Coalitions, Community Outreach, Legislative Relations, Legislation, Press Releases, Public Relations, Non-profits, Political Consulting, Policy, Public Policy, Blogging, Policy Analysis, Grassroots Organizing, Political Communication, Government, Political Science, Social Networking, Local Government, Campaigns, Public Affairs, Proposal Writing, Legislative Research, Community Development, State Government, Nonprofits, Legislative Affairs, Speech Writing, Community Organizing, Constituent Services
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2005 — 2007
MPP, Public Policy
University of Massachusetts, Amherst 2003 — 2005
BA, Political Science
Hampshire College 2001 — 2002
Mathematics, Biology
Cooley LLP September 2008 - Present
California State Assembly 2004 - 2005
Education
UCLA School of Law 2005 — 2008
JD, Law
UC Berkeley 2002 — 2004
BA, Political Science
SCHS
Lucas Public Affairs April 2013 - Present
California State Board of Equalization Member George Runner January 2013 - March 2013
Peter Tateishi for State Assembly May 2012 - November 2012
Robert Matsui Center for Politics and Public Service August 2011 - July 2012
Berkeley College Republicans January 2011 - April 2012
California State Assembly June 2011 - July 2011
Skills
Public Policy, Volunteer Recruiting, Volunteer Management, Microsoft Office, Ghostwriting, Social Media Outreach, Public Speaking, Analytical Reasoning, Non-profits, Research, Public Relations, Fundraising, Grassroots Organizing, GOTV, Phone Banking, Canvassing
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2008 — 2012
BA, Political Science
California State Senate December 2012 - Present
California State Assembly December 2008 - November 2012
California State Assembly December 2008 - November 2012
Monterey College of Law January 2005 - December 2008
Monterey Institute of International Studies May 1995 - May 2008
Skills
Politics, Negotiation, Community Outreach, Conflict Resolution, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Non-profits, Social Media, Public Speaking, Grant Writing, Event Planning, Research, Editing, Fundraising, Government, Public Relations, Local Government
Education
University of San Francisco School of Law 1973 — 1976
J.D., Law
University of California, Berkeley 1969 — 1972
A.B., Dynamics of International Development, Dynamics of International Development
City of Richmond January 2007 - Present
Self January 2005 - July 2012
City of Richmond, California June 2005 - January 2007
California State Assembly March 2003 - June 2005
The East Bay Public Safety Corridor Partnership March 1995 - March 2004
Girls Inc. June 1993 - August 2000
Skills
Policy, Event Planning, Research, Community Engagement, Management, Speech Writing, Public Safety, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Community Outreach, Economic Development, Community Development, Government, Nonprofits, Program Development, Fundraising, Grant Writing, Public Speaking, Volunteer Management, Strategic Planning, Workshop Facilitation, Public Relations, Social Media, Emergency Management, Grants, Political Campaigns, Grassroots Organizing, Public Administration, Leadership, Leadership Development, Organizational..., Media Relations, Local Government, Program Evaluation, Politics, Strategic Communications, Conflict Resolution, Public/private..., Community Organizing, Coalitions, Transportation Planning, Police, Public Affairs, Coaching, Project Management, Proposal Writing, Youth Development, Team Building, Political Consulting, Event Management
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1997 — 2001
2001, English Anglophone Multicultural Studies
Compassion & Choices July 2014 - Present
ImpreMedia/La Opinion October 2012 - July 2014
ARP Communications January 2012 - October 2012
Providence Health & Services January 2011 - December 2011
California State Assembly January 2010 - January 2011
MARCH OF DIMES FOUNDATION February 2007 - May 2009
CALIFORNIA HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER January 2003 - February 2007
LA OPINION NEWSPAPER January 1999 - January 2003
The Brownsville Herald 1991 - 1996
The Brownsville Herald 1991 - 1996
Skills
Media Relations, Public Relations, Press Releases, Speech Writing, Publicity, Journalism, Digital Media, Public Speaking, Internal Communications, Integrated Marketing, Social Media, Blogging, Nonprofits, Marketing Strategy, Newsletters, Fundraising, Broadcast, Media Skills Training, Marketing Communications, Non-profits, Strategic Planning, Newspapers, News Writing, Storytelling, Strategic Communications, Bilingual, Media Communications, Media Coverage, Spanish, Editorial, Editing, Publishing, Medical Writing, Award Winner, Media, Photography, Facebook, Public Affairs
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1987 — 1991
Bachelors, Journalism
Affiliations & Skills
Bachelor, Journalism
Dorsey & Whitney LLP 2003 - Present
Brobeck, Phleger & Harrison 1984 - 2003
California State Assembly 1978 - 1982
Skills
Due Diligence, Joint Ventures, Venture Capital, Mergers & Acquisitions, Civil Litigation, Trade Secrets, Securities Regulation, mergers and acquisitions, Start-ups, Class Actions, Product Liability, Arbitration, Litigation Management, Employment Law, Corporate Governance, Litigation, Acquisitions, Intellectual Property, Appeals, Legal Research, Commercial Litigation, Business Litigation, Non-compete Agreements, Bankruptcy, SEC filings, Mediation, Corporate Law, Trials, Litigation Support, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Planning
Education
University of California, Davis - School of Law 1979 — 1982
J.D.
University of California, Berkeley 1974 — 1978
A.B., Economics and Political Science
Leidos (formerly SAIC) October 2012 - Present
SAIC September 2011 - October 2012
SAIC September 2010 - October 2011
Maryland Association of County Health Officers October 2009 - May 2010
JHPIEGO November 2009 - February 2010
Family Law Facilitator/ Self-Help Services, San Mateo County Superior Court September 2008 - June 2009
Peace Corps March 2006 - April 2008
California State Assembly November 2005 - February 2006
Montana Conservation Corps/Americorps May 2005 - October 2005
Legislative History & Intent November 2003 - May 2005
Skills
Policy, Research, Community Outreach, Public Health, Public Relations, Grants, Event Management, Leadership
Education
The Johns Hopkins University 2009 — 2010
MPH, Public Health
The George Washington University 2000 — 2003
BA, International Affairs
California State Assembly September 2015 - Present
California Council on Science and Technology November 2014 - Present
California State Senate December 2014 - September 2015
UC San Diego November 2011 - October 2014
University of San Diego January 2014 - June 2014
University of Rochester August 2006 - September 2011
Skills
Molecular Biology, Genetics, Laboratory, Stem Cells, Cell Signaling, Mutagenesis, Fluorescence Microscopy, Molecular Cloning, qPCR, Flow Cytometry, Tissue Culture, Cell Biology, Public Policy, Legislative Research, Policy Analysis
Education
University of Rochester 2006 — 2011
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Biology, General
State University of New York College at Brockport 2004 — 2006
Master of Science (MS), Biology/Biological Sciences, General
State University of New York College at Brockport 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (BS), Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Perkins Coie LLP March 2015 - August 2015
Lincoln Law June 2014 - February 2015
ValleyCrest Companies May 2013 - June 2014
Prevention Institute September 2012 - December 2012
California State Assembly May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Fluent Spanish language..., Proficient with..., Management, Interviews, Microsoft Office, Human Resources, Proposal Writing, Fundraising, Spanish
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Peace and Conflict Studies, Human Rights Concentration
Capitol Matrix Consulting January 2011 - Present
California State Assembly April 1999 - December 2010
California State Treasurer's Office April 1995 - December 1998
CA Legislature, Office of Legislative Analyst September 1976 - March 1995
Skills
Public Policy, Legislative Relations, Policy Analysis, Legislation, Policy, Speech Writing, Strategic Planning, Research, Government, International Relations, Legislative Affairs, Public Affairs, Public Administration, State Government, Legislative Research, Political Communication, Constituent Services, Program Development, Public Finance, Governmental Affairs
Education
Stanford University Graduate School of Business 1974 — 1976
MBA, Finance, Public Administration
University of California, Berkeley 1969 — 1973
Bachelor's degree, Urban and Economic Geography
California State Assembly December 2014 - Present
Office of Assemblyman Jeff Gorell December 2010 - November 2014
California State Assembly January 2008 - November 2010
International Affairs Journal January 2006 - June 2007
New America Media June 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Legislation, Grassroots Organizing, Coalitions, Legislative Research, Politics, Political Campaigns, Government, Community Outreach, Policy Analysis, Community Development, Political Science, Public Affairs, Speech Writing, Political Communication, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Crisis Communications, Grassroots
Education
University of Southern California 2011 — 2013
Master of Public Administration, Local Government
University of California, Davis 2003 — 2007
B.A., English, Political Science
University of California, Berkeley 2006 — 2006
Journalism, Public Affairs
Ford Foundation March 2012 - Present
California Budget Project (renamed California Budget and Policy Center in 2015) January 1995 - March 2012
California State Assembly 1991 - 1995
California State Assembly 1989 - 1990
Service Employees International Union 1986 - April 1989
Service Employees International Union June 1985 - December 1985
Skills
Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Non-profits, Program Development, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Policy, Strategic Communications, Community Outreach, Program Evaluation, Grant Writing, Leadership, Social Services, Nonprofits, Coalitions, Politics, Grants, Government, Community Organizing, Community Development, Grassroots Organizing, Capacity Building, Volunteer Management, Philanthropy, Political Campaigns, Community Engagement, Workshop Facilitation, Board Development, Proposal Writing, Research
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1983 — 1985
MCP, Regional Economics/City and Regional Planning
University of California, Santa Cruz 1974 — 1978
BA
Falcone Herbal Remedies October 2013 - Present
California State Assembly December 2013 - March 2014
The Advantage Group December 2012 - October 2013
City of Sacramento February 2006 - December 2012
Reynen & Bardis January 2004 - February 2006
Skills
Government, Community Outreach, Public Policy, Policy, Policy Analysis, Non-profits, Economic Development, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Public Administration, Fundraising, Community Development, Local Government, Grant Writing, Land Use Planning, Outlook, Community Engagement, Legislative Relations, Political Campaigns, Legislation, Nonprofits
Education
University of California, Los Angeles 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
The University of Birmingham 1997 — 1998
California State Assembly December 2014 - Present
California State Assembly March 2010 - November 2014
University of California-Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory September 2008 - March 2010
University of California-Office of the President November 2006 - August 2008
California Department of Justice January 2003 - November 2006
Americans for Gun Safety (Tides/Tsunami Project) July 2000 - December 2002
California State Assembly December 1997 - July 2000
UCLA School of Public Health 1995 - 1997
Contra Costa County 1996 - 1996
Alameda County 1994 - 1995
Skills
Fundraising, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Strategic Communications, Policy Analysis, Research, Strategic Planning, Media Relations, Grant Writing, Legislation, Community Development, Legislative Relations, Policy, Grassroots Organizing, Government, Politics, Coalitions, Grants, Volunteer Management, Program Development, Community Organizing, Event Planning, Speech Writing, Program Evaluation, Public Affairs, Higher Education, Local Government, Community Engagement, Political Communication, Non-profit..., State Government, Political Campaigns, Political Consulting, Economic Development, International Relations
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1993 — 1995
MPH, Community Health Education (School of Public Health)
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business 1985 — 1989
BBA, Business Administration
University of California, Los Angeles - School of Public Health
ABD, Community Health Sciences
Office of Senator Ben Hueso December 2014 - Present
Office of Senator Ricardo Lara December 2012 - December 2014
Office of Assembly Member Ricardo Lara March 2012 - December 2012
Office of Assembly Member Tony Mendoza January 2011 - March 2012
California State Assembly January 2009 - January 2011
California State Assembly July 2006 - December 2008
California State Assembly January 2006 - August 2006
CalPERS September 2005 - December 2005
Skills
Public Policy, Legislative Relations, Legislation, Legislative Affairs, Constituent Services, Government, Grassroots Organizing, Coalitions, International Relations, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Legislative Research, Litigation, Strategic Communications, Politics, Policy, Policy Analysis, Health Policy, Program Evaluation, Political Campaigns, Land Use, Public Speaking, Economic Development, Community Development, Political Science, Community Organizing, Political Consulting, Speech Writing, Governmental Affairs, State Government
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1999 — 2004
BS, Chicano Studies & Ethnic Studies
California State Assembly December 2012 - Present
California State Assembly December 2010 - November 2012
California State Assembly September 2008 - December 2010
California State Assembly October 2007 - September 2008
Village Music School June 2007 - October 2007
Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara March 2007 - June 2007
Guhl Music Studio September 2003 - June 2007
Movement Strategy Center June 2004 - September 2004
Skills
Legislative Relations, Legislation, Nonprofits, Policy, Analysis, Legislative Research, Leadership, Public Speaking, Management, Policy Analysis, Political Campaigns
Education
University of California, Santa Barbara 2003 — 2007
Universidad Complutense de Madrid 2005 — 2006
Spanish
Bishop O'Dowd High School
Partnership for Children and Youth October 2012 - Present
California State Assembly October 2008 - March 2011
U.S. House of Representatives February 2007 - April 2008
U.S. House of Representatives November 2005 - January 2007
Skills
Media Relations, Legislative Affairs, Coalition Development, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Building Relationships, Research, Analysis, Fast Learner, Collaborative Problem..., Meeting Planning, Performance Measurement, Legislative Relations, Community Outreach, Legislative Research, Nonprofits, Legislation, Policy, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Politics, Political Campaigns
Education
The George Washington University 2005 — 2007
Masters, Political Management
University of Washington 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, Major: Political Science, Minor: Law, Societies, and Justice
American Heart Association American Stroke Association January 2015 - Present
California State Assembly August 2012 - January 2015
The New Leaders Council November 2010 - December 2014
George Washington University August 2010 - May 2012
George Washington University October 2010 - October 2011
Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta June 2011 - August 2011
Capitol Campaigns June 2007 - July 2010
Genocide Intervention Network January 2007 - May 2007
Skills
Fundraising, Event Management, Qualitative Research, Customer Relations, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management, Public Policy, Non-profits, Community Outreach, Corporate Communications, Microsoft Word, Economic Development, Policy Analysis, Project Coordination, Customer Service, Volunteer Management, Nonprofits, Strategic Communications, Data Analysis, Business Strategy, Program Evaluation, Leadership Development, Public Speaking, Strategy, Editing, Community Development, Team Building, Analysis, Proposal Writing, Politics, Press Releases, Media Relations, Event Planning, Training, Marketing, Program Development, Policy, Political Campaigns, Management, Program Management, Leadership, Social Media, International..., Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Project Planning, Organizational..., Strategic Planning, International Relations, Government
Education
The George Washington University - School of Business 2010 — 2012
MBA, Strategy
University of California, Los Angeles 2002 — 2006
BA, English Literature
San Diego Gas & Electric June 2011 - Present
The Sempra Energy Utilities 2007 - June 2011
Sempra Energy 2004 - 2007
California State Assembly 2002 - 2004
California State Assembly 2000 - 2002
California State Assembly 1999 - 2000
Education
UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy (GPS) 1995 — 1997
MPIA, International Political Economy
University of Notre Dame 1988 — 1991
LEAD San Diego
Children's Defense Fund 2013 - Present
California State Assembly 2012 - 2012
California State Senate 2011 - 2012
International House 2010 - 2011
Berkeley English Academy 2010 - 2011
Making Waves Academy 2007 - 2008
Skills
Editing, Research, Journalism, Press Releases, Teaching, Newsletters, Legislative Research, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Politics, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Public Relations, International Relations, Legislative Relations, Nonprofits, Policy, Social Media Marketing, Legislation, Political Campaigns, Speech Writing, Strategic Communications, Grant Writing, Public Affairs, Grassroots Organizing, Coalitions, Community Development, Grants, Media Relations
Education
University of California, Berkeley
Bachelor of Arts, English
Churchwell White February 2013 - Present
Law Office of Randy Pollack 2007 - January 2013
Greenberg Traurig, LLP (Livingston & Mattesich) 1997 - 2007
California State Assembly 1995 - 1996
California Governor's Office 1989 - 1990
California Public Employment Relations Board 1987 - 1989
Skills
Public Policy, Coalitions, Policy, Commercial Litigation, Government, Politics, Legislative Relations, Privacy Law, Public Relations, Litigation, Grassroots Organizing, Regulatory Affairs, Political Campaigns, Civil Litigation, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Nonprofits, Mediation, Strategic Communications, Policy Analysis, Legal Research
Education
McGeorge School of Law 1983 — 1986
JD, Law
State University of New York College at Buffalo 1979 — 1983
BA, Political Science
Nexus Law Group 2012 - Present
IRELL AND MANELLA / GIBSON DUNN January 2011 - 2012
Los Angeles City Attorney's Office December 2009 - 2011
LOS ANGELES CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE December 2009 - December 2010
Bet Tzedek Legal Services January 2005 - May 2005
Bet Tzedek Legal Services January 2005 - May 2005
California State Assembly January 2001 - June 2001
California State Assembly January 2001 - June 2001
Skills
Legal Research, Government, Public Speaking, Press Releases, Customer Service, Police, Assembly Language, Criminal Law, International Relations, Trials, Legal Writing, Mediation, Litigation, Public Policy, Community Outreach
Education
UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO LAW SCHOOL 2001 — 2004
Juris Doctor, 2004
University of San Diego School of Law 2001 — 2004
JD, Law
University of California 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts, International Relations
University of California, Davis 1996 — 2000
BA, International Relations
United States Army Corps of Engineers, San Francisco District July 2014 - Present
United States Army Corps of Engineers, Sacramento District September 2010 - July 2014
Stanford Concert Network, Stanford University March 2007 - June 2010
Center for Ocean Solutions June 2009 - September 2009
California State Assembly June 2008 - September 2008
Fisheries Centre at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver July 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Environmental Awareness, Research, Environmental..., Water Policy, Sustainability, HAZWOPER, Field Work, Water Quality, Stormwater Management, Groundwater..., Military Site..., Contract Oversight
Education
Stanford University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Environmental Engineering; Minor, Public Policy
Solano County Public Defender's Office March 2013 - Present
Contra Costa County Public Defender's Office September 2011 - Present
Fresno County Public Defender January 2011 - September 2011
San Francisco Public Defender June 2010 - November 2010
United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit January 2010 - May 2010
Center for Constitutional Rights August 2009 - December 2009
ICTY January 2009 - April 2009
Sonnenschein Nath & Rosenthal LLP May 2008 - July 2008
Public Advocates May 2007 - August 2007
California State Assembly January 2005 - July 2006
Education
University of California, Berkeley - School of Law 2006 — 2009
Doctor of Law (JD)
University of California, Berkeley
Bachelor of Arts, Latin American Studies
City of San Jose 2012 - Present
City of San Jose 2010 - 2012
California State Assembly 2009 - 2010
Singer Associates 2007 - 2008
University of Southern California Public Relations 2006 - 2007
Skills
Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Constituent Services, Government, Local Government, Community Outreach, Media Relations, Legislation, Politics, Public Affairs, Economic Development, Strategic Communications, Political Campaigns, Public Relations, Event Planning, Speech Writing, Public Administration, Crisis Communications, Written Communication, Legislative Research, Legislative Affairs, Research
Education
University of Southern California 2005 — 2007
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy, Communications
University of California, Berkeley 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, Public Policy
University of Sussex 2003 — 2003
Politics
California State Assembly CouncilwomanCity of Mountain View1998 - 2002
Skills
Public Policy, Political Campaigns, Coalitions, Policy Analysis, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Legislation, Public Speaking, Volunteer Management, Politics, Non-profits, Government, Grassroots Organizing, Legislative Relations, Political Consulting, Economic Development, Citizen Engagement, Community Organizing, Public Relations, Event Planning, Grants, Policy, Nonprofits, Community Development, Leadership, Legislative Research, Presentations, Strategic Communications, Legislative Affairs, Constituent Services, Team Leadership, Events Organisation, Program Development, GOTV, Grant Writing, State Government, Leadership Development, Environmental Policy, Legislative Policy, Speech Writing, Governmental Affairs, Building Coalitions, Political Communication, Technology Policy, Political Science, Public Affairs, Grassroots
Education
Stanford University
Public Policy
Brown Rudnick LLP 2014 - Present
State of California 2007 - December 2014
State of California 1999 - 2007
California State Senate 1983 - 1998
California State Assembly 1973 - 1982
Skills
Public Policy, Government, Policy, Policy Analysis, Political Campaigns, Legislative Relations, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Politics, Legislation, Non-profits, Economic Development, Strategic Planning, Research, Fundraising, Program Management, Public Relations, Budgets, Public Administration, Strategic Communications, Business Strategy, Law
Education
University of the Pacific - McGeorge School of Law
J.D.
University of California, Berkeley 1961 — 1965
B.A., Political Science
Clever September 2015 - Present
San Francisco Unified School District January 2015 - Present
Policy Analysis for California Education (PACE) December 2014 - Present
WyzAnt Tutoring April 2015 - Present
StudentsFirst January 2013 - August 2014
California State Assembly August 2011 - January 2013
Supreme Court of the U.S. March 2011 - June 2011
UC Davis June 2010 - March 2011
California State Legislature April 2009 - March 2011
Skills
Legislative Relations, Legislation, Research, Public Policy, Legislative Research, Press Releases, Policy Analysis, Policy, Politics, Political Science, Legal Research, Coalitions, Government, Public Affairs, Public Speaking
Education
Stanford University Graduate School of Education 2014 — 2015
Master of Arts (M.A.), Education Policy, Organization, and Leadership Studies, 4.0
University of California, Davis 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
IPSA International July 2015 - Present
IPSA International January 2015 - July 2015
IPSA International June 2012 - January 2015
Direct Search Alliance December 2011 - May 2012
Skate[Slate] 2010 - 2011
California State Assembly 2010 - 2010
Sacramento County Sheriff's Department 2010 - 2010
Stoked Skateboards 2009 - 2010
Skills
Internal Investigations, Private Investigations, Microsoft Office, AML, Due Diligence, Risk Management, Banking, Fraud, Bank Secrecy Act, Business Development, Marketing, Litigation Support, Anti Money Laundering, KYC, USA PATRIOT Act
Education
University of Southern California 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (BA), International Relations/Global Business (Global Management)
The Australian National University 2011 — 2011
California State Assembly March 2012 - Present
Sacramento Registrar of Voters June 2014 - June 2014
University of California Center Sacramento August 2011 - March 2012
California State Assembly May 2011 - August 2011
World Travel & Volunteerwork October 2010 - May 2011
California State Senate June 2010 - September 2010
Robert T. Matsui Center for Politics and Public Service August 2009 - July 2010
Department of Political Science, UC Berkeley January 2010 - May 2010
International House, UC Berkeley August 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Public Speaking, Politics, Public Policy, Teaching, Elections, Tax Policy, Higher Education Policy, Budget Process, Policy Analysis, Political Science
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science
Universidad de Belgrano 2007 — 2007
Study Abroad, Political Science and Government
Pacific Gas and Electric Company May 2014 - June 2015
Pacific Gas and Electric Company April 2013 - April 2014
Pacific Pension Institute April 2012 - April 2013
Joint US-China Collaboration on Clean Energy April 2011 - June 2012
University of California San Diego Graduate School of International Relations September 2011 - December 2011
U.S. Department of State September 2011 - September 2011
City of San Diego July 2011 - September 2011
California Clean Innovation (CACI) Conference January 2011 - May 2011
World Trade Center San Diego January 2011 - March 2011
California State Assembly June 2009 - July 2009
Skills
Policy Analysis, Data Analysis, Research, Stata, Microsoft Excel, Analysis, Mandarin, Renewable Energy, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Public Policy, Microsoft Office, Market Research, Excel, Social Media, Problem Solving, Economics, Product Management, Product Development, GIS, Strategy, International Relations, Leadership, Policy, Energy Policy
Education
UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy (GPS) 2010 — 2012
Master of Pacific International Affairs, International Environmental Policy; Renewable Energy; China Focus
University of California, Berkeley 2006 — 2010
BA, International Political Economy; Chinese Literature
UC Berkeley Extension 2014 — 2015
Business Intelligence and SAS Analytics Software
PG&E Academy 2012 — 2015
Continuous Studies
Mountain View High School
Governor's Office of California - Mexico Affairs 1999 - 2004
California State Assembly 1994 - 1999
San Diego County Democratic Party 1992 - 1994
U. S. Congress 1985 - 1990
Education
John Marshall Senior High School
The University of Georgia
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Spanish Literature/Italian Minor
University of Minnesota
Associate Liberal Arts, American Studies
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee August 2012 - Present
UC Hastings -College of the Law August 2008 - May 2012
California State Assembly January 2010 - August 2010
Rachel A. Lederman and Alexsis C. Beach, Attorneys-at-Law June 2009 - August 2009
Hillary Clinton for President December 2007 - January 2008
Debra Bowen for Secretary of State August 2006 - November 2006
Oklahoma Democratic Coordinated Campaign August 2004 - November 2004
Grassroots Campaigns June 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Westlaw, Public Policy, Political Campaigns, Politics, Civil Litigation, Legislative Relations, Legislative Research, Courts, Political Science
Education
University of California, Hastings College of the Law 2008 — 2011
J.D., Law
The George Washington University 2001 — 2006
Bachelors of Arts, History, Political Science
California State Assembly May 2015 - Present
River City Communications, a Public Affairs Firm September 2011 - May 2015
Los Angeles' Office of Legislative and Intergovernmental Relations March 2011 - September 2011
Office of Lt. Governor Abel Maldonado September 2010 - January 2011
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger's News Room January 2010 - June 2010
Onda Board October 2009 - January 2010
Education
University of California, Davis 2009 — 2011
Bachelor's Degree, Political Science
Syracuse University
Deloitte August 2011 - Present
California State Assembly July 2009 - September 2009
Lehman Brothers May 2008 - September 2008
Skills
Business Technology, Business Process, Financial Services, Basel III, Capital Markets, Investment Banking, Retail Banking, Anti Money Laundering, Target Operating Model
Education
London School of Economics and Political Science, U. of London 2009 — 2010
MSc, Theory and History of International Relations, Postgraduate Distinction
University of Warwick 2006 — 2009
BSc (Hons), Economics, Politics, and International Studies, First Class Honours (1.1)
Cupertino High School 2002 — 2006
Pacific Gas and Electric Company February 2008 - Present
Pacific Gas and Electric Company February 2008 - June 2012
California State Assembly January 2006 - February 2008
Public Strategies, Inc. July 2003 - June 2004
Westly for State Controller August 2001 - January 2003
California State Assembly January 2000 - August 2001
Burson-Marsteller 1999 - 1999
Skills
Public Policy, Community Development, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Nonprofits, Program Management, Policy, Budgets, Strategic Communications, Fundraising, Media Relations, Editing, Policy Analysis, Government, Program Development, Economic Development, Grant Writing, Grants
Education
University of Arizona 1995 — 1999
Bachelors of Behavioral Arts and Sciences, Communications, Psychology
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc. July 2012 - Present
Pfizer 2009 - June 2012
PhRMA 2006 - 2009
First 5 LA 2004 - 2006
League of California Cities 2001 - 2004
California Democratic Party Coordinated Campaign 1999 - 2000
California State Assembly 1994 - 1999
Education
University of California, Berkeley
California State Assembly February 2011 - Present
California State Lands Commission August 2007 - February 2011
Skills
Public Policy, Legislation, Legislative Relations, Policy Analysis, Political Campaigns, Politics, Government, State Government, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications, Policy, Economic Development, Speech Writing, Message Development, Federal Government
Education
University of the Pacific - McGeorge School of Law 2004 — 2007
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Governmental Affairs
University of California, Berkeley 2000 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science
CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® April 2015 - Present
MWB Public Affairs November 2011 - April 2015
Small Business Revolution November 2011 - July 2012
Equality California January 2011 - September 2011
California State Assembly April 2007 - January 2011
Governor's Office of Planning and Research 2006 - 2007
Skills
Politics, Legislative Relations, Public Relations, Grassroots Organizing, Political Campaigns, Public Policy, Coalitions, Community Outreach, Policy Analysis, Media Relations, Legislative Research, Constituent Services, Government, Community Organizing, Nonprofits, Strategic Communications, Political Communication, Research, Legislation, Press Releases, Political Consulting, Legislative Affairs, Community Development, Economic Development, Policy, Public Speaking, Public Affairs, Political Science, Crisis Communications, Message Development, Volunteer Management, Political Management, International Relations, Legal Research, Governmental Affairs, Coalition Development, Speech Writing, State Government, Fundraising, Grants, Grant Writing, Campaigns, Policy Research, Event Planning, GOTV, Elections, Philanthropy, Community Engagement, Editing, Westlaw
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
University of Texas at Arlington August 2014 - Present
Mayhill Behavioral Hospital 2015 - August 2015
Texas Health Resources July 2013 - April 2015
Target July 2004 - April 2012
San Joaquin General Hospital September 1998 - December 2004
California State Assembly January 2003 - June 2003
Education
The University of Texas at Arlington 2014 — 2016
MSW, Social Work
California State University, Stanislaus 2002 — 2004
B. A., Political Science and Government
California State Assembly December 2014 - Present
California State Assembly December 2013 - November 2014
California State Assembly August 2013 - December 2013
California State Assembly June 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Writing, Editing, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Policy Analysis, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Legal Research, Legal Writing
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2012 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Philosophy
Sutter Health, Peninsula Coastal Region September 2013 - Present
La Clinica de La Raza December 2007 - July 2013
California State Senate December 2006 - December 2007
California State Assembly September 2004 - December 2006
Skills
Media Relations, Nonprofits, Project Management, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Community Development, Social Media, Newsletters, Community Outreach, Strategic Communications, Public Policy, Legislative Research, Public Health, Marketing Strategy, Internal & External..., Press Releases, Copy Editing, Event Planning, Governmental Affairs, Press Conferences
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1999 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Legal Studies and Minor in Education
Università per Stranieri di Siena 2003 — 2003