California State Senate
The California State Senate is the upper house of the California State Legislature, the lower house being the California State Assembly. The State Senate convenes, along with the State Assembly, at the California State Capitol in Sacramento. Majority Leader: Bill Monning (D); Since December 17, 2014 Minority Leader: Patricia Bates (R); Since April 12, 2017 Seat: 40 Salary: $110,459/year + per diem Term limits: Elected before 2012: 2 terms (8 years); Elected 2012 and after: 3 terms (12 years) President pro tempore: Toni Atkins (D); Since March 21, 2018
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California State Senate Employees
JONES DAY® October 2014 - Present
JONES DAY® October 2014 - Present
Bisnar Chase January 2012 - October 2014
Morey & Upton December 2008 - January 2012
California State Senate June 2008 - August 2008
Sacramento Superior Court September 2007 - December 2007
Shepard & Haven, LLP July 2004 - September 2007
Dreyer, Babich, Buccola & Callaham, LLP April 2002 - July 2004
Skills
Westlaw, Pleadings, Litigation, Wordperfect, Outlook, Amicus, Briefs, Legal Solutions, Document Review, Litigation Support, PACER, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury..., Abacus, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Trials, Torts, Trial Exhibits, Trial Practice, Research, Arbitration, Automobile Accidents, Filing, Mediation, Telephone Skills, Legal Documents, Legal Discovery, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Courts, Biomarker Discovery, Depositions, Lexis, Product Liability, LexisNexis, WordPerfect
Education
CSU Sacramento
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
University of California, Irvine
Paralegal Certificate, Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Booz Allen Hamilton May 2015 - Present
Law Offices November 2014 - April 2015
GroundWorks Campaigns September 2014 - November 2014
California Western School of Law May 2013 - April 2014
California State Senate May 2013 - November 2013
World Trade Center San Diego August 2012 - April 2013
World Trade Center San Diego August 2012 - April 2013
Law Office of A. Stephen Rocha May 2012 - August 2012
Cassidy & Associates January 2011 - March 2011
Hilton San Diego Bay Resort and Spa June 2010 - September 2010
Skills
Research, Legal Research, Legal Drafting, Legal Writing, International Law, Negotiation, Analysis, Contract Drafting, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Proposal Writing, Public Speaking, Special Events..., Social Media, Public Relations, Public Policy
Education
California Western School of Law 2011 — 2014
Juris Doctorate (J.D.)
University of California, Santa Barbara 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History / Art History
University City High School 2003 — 2007
High School Diploma
UC Roma
Vitargo Global Sciences, LLC February 2014 - Present
Los Angeles Community College District January 2002 - Present
The Lancaster Law Group, APC January 2009 - February 2014
Los Angeles Unified School District April 2005 - January 2009
City of Los Angeles September 2001 - April 2005
California State Senate March 1995 - March 2000
Skills
Corporate Law, Civil Litigation, Appellate Practice, Corporate Governance, College Teaching, Civil Rights, Governmental Affairs, Public Policy, Nonprofits
Education
California Western School of Law 1997 — 2000
Juris Doctor Degree, Law
San Diego State University-California State University 1994 — 1997
Master's Degree, Public Administration
San Diego State University-California State University 1989 — 1994
Bachelor's Degree, Criminal Justice
California State Senate December 2014 - Present
Skills
Government, Coalitions, Political Campaigns, Spanish, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Legislative Relations, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Politics, Public Speaking, Legislation, Strategic Planning, Research, Fundraising, Policy, Leadership, Leadership Technique, Legal Writing, Grassroots Organizing, Social Media, Volunteer Management, Public Relations, Community Development, Event Planning, Political Consulting, Leading Diverse Teams, Grants, Legislative Research, Program Development, Community Organizing, Economic Development, Leadership Development, Program Evaluation, Strategic Communications, Public Affairs
Education
USC 2012 — 2014
Executive Masters in Leadership
California State University-Los Angeles
Credential, Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
California State University-Long Beach
B.A., Political Science; Public Administration
Sotheby's International Realty September 2014 - Present
Sotheby's International Realty May 2014 - September 2014
Off Base Productions August 2010 - January 2014
Off Base Productions May 2010 - August 2010
Specialized Nurse Staffing Service, Inc. January 2008 - May 2010
GameStop August 2005 - January 2008
California State Senate September 2004 - May 2005
Skills
Copy Editing, Blogging, Journalism, Ap Style, Editorial, Editing, Copywriting, Press Releases, InCopy, Video Games, Proofreading, Content Management, Newsletters, Feature Articles, Social Networking, Social Media, Online Journalism, Final Cut Pro, Podcasting, Community Management, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Publishing, Advertising, Content Strategy, Creative Writing, AP Style
Education
California State University-Sacramento 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism
San Joaquin Delta College 1999 — 2001
Associate of Arts, Liberal Arts
Oracle January 2001 - Present
Oracle Corporation November 2009 - March 2013
Oracle June 2006 - November 2009
Oracle June 2004 - November 2006
Oracle January 2001 - June 2004
Franklin Templeton Investments 1997 - January 2000
Robert W. Baird & Co. January 1996 - October 1998
California State Senate January 1994 - May 1996
Skills
SaaS, Sales Operations, Sales Management, Process Improvement, Business Development, Strategic Planning, Business Analysis, Sales Process, International Sales, Team Leadership, Sales Compensation, Analytics, Business Process Design, Oracle, Business Intelligence
Education
Cornell University 2013 — 2015
Executive Leadership
California State University-Sacramento 1992 — 1997
Bachelor's degree, Government & international Relations
Loma Linda University Health 2015 - Present
City of Pasadena January 2013 - August 2015
Superior Court of California February 2011 - January 2013
California State Senate April 2008 - May 2009
State of New Mexico April 2006 - April 2008
California State Senate March 2003 - February 2006
Sacramento County December 2001 - March 2003
Skills
Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Program Development, Volunteer Management, Fundraising, Community Development, Event Planning, Policy, Policy Analysis, Program Evaluation, Research, Social Services, Program Management, Access, Leadership, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Government, Customer Service, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, PowerPoint, Analysis
Education
California State University-Sacramento 1999 — 2001
Bachelor's degree, Sociology, Minor in Criminology
Solano Community College 1997 — 1999
Associate of Arts (A.A.)
Royal Cause SPC June 2015 - Present
Lead the Sale, Inc. January 2015 - June 2015
Amazon July 2014 - June 2015
We Green Inc. July 2014 - January 2015
Royal Cause SPC July 2014 - January 2015
Amazon August 2013 - July 2014
Associated Students of Grossmont College, Inc. May 2011 - August 2012
California State Senate February 2012 - July 2012
Grossmont Griffin Radio August 2009 - June 2011
Associated Students of Grossmont College March 2011 - May 2011
Skills
Announcer, Journalist, Situational Leadership, Non-profits, Video, Microsoft Office, Payroll, Word, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Public Speaking, Production, PowerPoint, Forecasting, Public Relations, Facebook, Microsoft Word, Retail, Community Outreach, Leadership, Editing, Budgets, Accounts Payable, Nonprofits, Account Reconciliation, Marketing, Social Media, Research, Fundraising, Radio Announcing, Project Management, Bookkeeping, Event Planning, Time Management, Microsoft Excel, Social Networking, Management, Press Releases, Broadcast Television, Communication, Political Campaigns, Radio Broadcasting, Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Video Production, Writing, Teamwork, Sales, B2B, Advertising
Education
California State University-Long Beach 2012 — 2015
Bachelor's Degree, Political Science; Journalism-Public Relations, Senior
Grossmont College 2008 — 2012
Associate of Arts (AA) Audio Production; AA Cross-Media Journalism; AA Media Communications, Media Communications
International School of Bellevue 2000 — 2008
California Earthquake Authority October 2011 - Present
California Department of Insurance January 2011 - Present
California State Assembly July 2009 - December 2010
The Ulum Group 2006 - June 2009
California State Assembly 2004 - 2006
California State Senate 2002 - 2004
State of California 2001 - 2002
American Electronics Association (now TechAmerica) 1999 - 2001
Skills
Public Policy, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Public Affairs, State Government, Insurance, Legislative Relations, Legislation, Political Consulting, Policy Analysis, Politics, Coalitions, Strategic Communications, Government, Policy, Grassroots Organizing
Education
University of the Pacific
B.A., Political Science
California State University-Sacramento 2012 — 2013
Certificate, Leadership for Government Executives
California State Senate December 2012 - Present
Senate Fellows Program October 2011 - December 2012
California State Student Association July 2010 - July 2011
Associated Students, Incorporated at California State University Long Beach June 2009 - June 2010
Associated Students, Incorporated at California State University Long Beach June 2008 - June 2009
Skills
Legislative Affairs, Advocacy, Public Policy, Leadership, Public Speaking, Higher Education, K-12 Education, Special Education, Lobbying, Local Government, Government, State Politics, Local Politics, Federal Government, Transportation Law, Railway Systems, Public Transport, Computer skills, Interpersonal Skill, Political Science, Science
Education
California State University-Long Beach 2005 — 2011
Bachelor's Degree, Political Science
California State University-Sacramento 2011 — 2012
Law Offices of Victoria Vasquez Ikerd-Schreiter January 2011 - Present
Include Autism December 2010 - Present
Learning Rights Law Center January 2014 - June 2014
State of California January 2013 - January 2014
California State Senate January 2006 - December 2010
Autism Society San Diego 2000 - 2010
Legal Aid Society of San Diego, Inc. April 2005 - January 2006
US Navy December 1994 - August 1997
Skills
Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Fundraising, Community Development, Adolescents, Curriculum Design, Event Planning, Government, Nonprofits, Program Development, Psychology, Public Policy, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Social Services, Special Education, Grant Writing
Education
California Western School of Law 2004 — 2007
Juris Doctor
Rocklin Unified School District February 2008 - Present
California State Senate October 1991 - December 1994
Skills
Differentiated..., Team Building, Report Writing, Mentoring, Curriculum Planning, Behavior Modification, Reading Intervention, Case Managment, Collaboration, Staff Management, Data Driven Instruction, Social Skills, Individualized..., Positive Behavior..., Special Education, IEP, Elementary Education, Learning Disabilities, Public Speaking, Teaching, Lesson Planning, Language Arts, Behavior Management, Teaching Reading, Technology Integration, Guided Reading, Educational Assessment, Literacy, Classroom Management, Classroom, Curriculum Design, Staff Development, Educational Leadership, Educational Technology, Curriculum Development, Teacher Training
Education
CA Commission on Teacher Credentialing 2014 — 2014
Administrative Credential, Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Chapman University 2007 — 2009
Master's of Arts, Special Education
California State University-Long Beach 1988 — 1991
Social Work, Social Work
Serra High
High school diploma
California State Controller's Office - Betty T. Yee April 2015 - Present
California State Senate January 2011 - December 2014
California State Senate December 2002 - November 2010
California State Assembly February 2000 - November 2002
California Center for Public Dispute Resolution May 1997 - March 1998
The Malibu Times May 1996 - January 1997
Skills
Media Relations, Legislative Relations, Community Outreach, Social Media, Web Content, Newsletters, Op-eds, Press Conferences, Press Releases, Writing, Editing, Proofreading, Legislative Research, Speech Writing, Public Relations, Political Communication, Political Campaigns, Photography, Digital Photography, Politics, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Strategic Communications, Government, Public Affairs, Microsoft Publisher, PowerPoint
Education
California State University-Sacramento 1997 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
Moorpark College 1993 — 1996
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
California Department of Finance October 2015 - Present
California State Assembly June 2014 - October 2015
California State Senate February 2013 - June 2014
U.S. House of Representatives August 2012 - January 2013
U.S. House of Representatives March 2012 - July 2012
Skills
Public Policy, Politics, Political Campaigns, Policy Analysis, Government, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Legislative Relations, Research, Grassroots, Nonprofits, Political Consulting, Strategic Communications, Political Communication
Education
University of Southern California 2014 — 2016
Master of Public Administration (MPA), Public Administration
California State University-San Bernardino 2009 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History
UNAC/UHCP (United Nurses Associations of California/Union of Health Care Professionals) March 2015 - Present
UNAC/UHCP (United Nurses Associations of California/Union of Health Care Professionals) August 2014 - February 2015
Self-employed May 2010 - December 2014
California State Senate 2010 - December 2010
California State Assembly January 2008 - April 2010
City of Los Angeles June 2002 - January 2008
Public Counsel; Edmund D. Edelman Children's Court March 2002 - May 2002
Los Angeles Unified School District January 1995 - February 2001
Skills
Community Development, Media Relations, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Politics, Local Government, Creative Writing, Research, Qualitative Research, Strategic Communications, Speech Writing, Program Management, Public Policy, Government, Political Campaigns, Fundraising, Economic Development, Editing, Coalitions, Public Affairs, Public Sector, Community Engagement, Foreign Languages, State Government, Legislative Relations, Legislation, Grassroots Organizing, Political Consulting, Community Organizing, Internal Communications, Press Releases, Stakeholder Engagement, Event Management, Federal Government, Message Development, Production Assistance, Translation, Social Media Marketing, Endorsements, Grassroots
Education
University of California, Los Angeles 2014 — 2020
Master of Arts (MA), English Language and Literature/Letters
California State University-Los Angeles
English Literature
Our Lady of Loretto Bishop Conaty High School
State of California December 2013 - Present
City of Los Angeles 2013 - December 2013
Office of California State Senator Curren D. Price, Jr. 2012 - 2013
Cheryl Brown For Assembly 2012 2012 - 2012
California State Senate 2009 - 2012
Children's Defense Fund 2009 - 2009
Morehouse College 2006 - 2009
Skills
Fundraising, Policy, Public Speaking, Political Campaigns, Research, Strategic Communications, Economic Development, Coalitions
Education
University of California, Davis 2010 — 2012
Conflict Resolution and Civic Engagement
California State University-Sacramento 2009 — 2010
Political Science and Government
Morehouse College 2005 — 2009
BA, Sociology
Loyola Jesuit Preparatory High School 2001 — 2005
Diploma, The Human Condition
California Faculty Association May 2014 - Present
California State Senate December 2012 - April 2014
California State Senate December 2011 - December 2012
California State Senate October 2010 - December 2011
California State Senate January 2007 - October 2010
Obama for America 2007 - 2008
California Senator Carole Migden 2004 - 2007
American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, AFSCME, AFL- CIO 2003 - 2004
Skills
Public Relations, Legislative Analysis, Public Speaking, Message Development, Conflict Resolution, Mediation, Digital Media, Macroeconomics, Public Policy, Legislative Relations, Policy Analysis, Politics, Political Campaigns, Microeconomics, Argumentation, Voting, Legislation, Strategic Communications, Strategic Planning, Strategic Partnerships, Government, Fundraising, Governmental Affairs, Public Administration, Policy, Legislative Affairs, Economics, Community Development, Community Outreach, Economic Development, International Relations, Coalitions, Political Consulting, Leadership, Legislative Research, Grassroots Organizing, State Government, Political Science, Speech Writing, Constituent Services, Policy Research, Crisis Communications, Crowdfunding, International Business..., Crowdsourcing, Public Affairs, Nonprofits, Research, Event Planning, Political Communication
Education
Institute for the Study of Politics and Media 2006 — 2006
Seminar of Telecom Regulations, Public Policy
California State University-Sacramento 2002 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts, Communication (Intercultural studies)
California State Senate January 2013 - Present
California State Assembly January 2012 - December 2012
Strategic Education Services May 2011 - September 2011
Skills
Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Politics, Constituent Services, Legislative Research, Analysis, Policy Analysis, Political Campaigns, Legislative Policy, State Government
Education
California State University-Sacramento 2014 — 2017
Master of Arts (M.A.), Political Science and Government
University of California, Merced 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science
Supinger Strategies July 2009 - Present
Lumina Foundation August 2012 - Present
Foundation for California Community Colleges 2011 - Present
California State Senate January 2000 - July 2009
California State Assembly January 1998 - January 2000
California Department of Finance August 1995 - January 1998
Skills
Public Policy, Government, Politics, Legislation, Higher Education, Strategic Planning, Workshop Facilitation, Brainstorm Facilitation, Nonprofits, Philanthropy
Education
CSU Sacramento
Master's degree, Public Policy and Administration
University of California, Santa Barbara
Bachelor's degree, Major in Sociology; Minor in Religious Studies
California Special Districts Association April 2015 - Present
Marketplace Communications October 2013 - March 2015
Aaron Read & Associates October 2013 - March 2015
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society October 2013 - May 2014
California State Board of Equalization August 2012 - October 2013
Department of Consumer Affairs March 2012 - August 2012
BOE Member, George Runner January 2011 - March 2012
California State Assembly October 2009 - January 2011
California State Senate June 2008 - October 2009
U.S. House of Representatives September 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Legislative Research, Legislative Relations, Legislative Affairs, Spanish-speaking, Coalitions, Microsoft Office, Public Policy, Adobe Acrobat, Technical Writing, Reporting & Analysis, French, Legislation, State Government, Community Outreach, Political Consulting, Grassroots Organizing, Political Communication, Governmental Affairs, Political Campaigns, Government, Public Affairs, Political Science, Policy Analysis, Couples Communication, Fundraising, Grassroots Marketing, Politics, Public Speaking, Strategic Communications, Policy, Grassroots
Education
CSU Sacramento 2003 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Government / English
California State Senate October 2014 - Present
Assemblymember Scott Wilk May 2014 - October 2014
Young Kim for Assembly August 2014 - August 2014
University Enterprises Inc. February 2014 - May 2014
California State University, Sacramento January 2011 - May 2014
California State University, Sacramento 2011 - May 2014
Visualwest August 2013 - January 2014
In Home Support Services Consortium September 2009 - July 2012
Round Table Pizza August 2009 - April 2012
Skills
Typing, Organization, Coordinating Events, Promotions, Cultural Awareness, Event Planning, Interpersonal..., Facebook, Leadership, Volunteering, Time Management, Social Networking, Networking, Team-oriented, Microsoft Excel, Critical Thinking, Teamwork
Education
University of the Pacific - McGeorge School of Law 2015 — 2017
Master’s Degree, Masters of Science in Law, N/A
California State University-Sacramento 2009 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Political Science and Government
Rio Lindo Academy
High School Diploma
Sacramento Waldorf School
California State Board of Equalization January 2011 - Present
California State Senate June 2009 - December 2010
Capitol Ministries October 2007 - June 2009
California State Assembly January 2005 - September 2007
California State Assembly 2003 - 2004
California State Senate 2000 - 2002
Skills
Legislation, Research, Public Affairs, Politics, Legislative Affairs, Public Policy, Policy, Leadership, Policy Analysis, Legislative Relations, Political Campaigns, Editing, Newsletters, Social Media, Media Relations, Coalitions, Strategic Communications, Message Development, Grassroots Organizing, Grassroots
Education
Claremont McKenna College 1996 — 2000
B.A.
Vanguard University September 2014 - Present
Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce 2015 - Present
Association of California Cities, Orange County September 2013 - September 2014
California State Senate October 2012 - September 2013
Vanguard University May 2010 - May 2012
U.S. House of Representatives May 2011 - July 2011
Sharp Electronics June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Public Speaking, Legislation, Policy, Community Outreach, Customer Service, Leadership Development, Fundraising, Public Relations, Public Policy, Legislative Relations
Education
Vanguard University of Southern California 2008 — 2012
History & Political Science
California State University-Sacramento
Master of Public Policy and Administration
California State Senate January 2008 - November 2014
Skills
Political Campaigns, Policy Analysis, Politics, Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Government, Grassroots Organizing, Community Outreach, Public Administration, Policy, Community Development, Event Planning, Grassroots, Public Speaking, Social Media, Fundraising, Microsoft Office
Education
California State University-Sacramento
Certificate, Project Management
American Cancer Society November 2014 - Present
California State Assembly 2011 - 2014
California State Senate 2007 - 2011
California State Assembly 2005 - 2006
California Secretary of State - Executive Office 2003 - 2004
Southwest Voter Registration Education Project 2003 - 2003
Skills
Government Affairs, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Legislation, Community Relations, Social Media Marketing, Crisis Management, Communications, Networking, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Event Management, Economic Development, Crisis Communications, Non-profits, Media Relations, Community Outreach, Public Administration, Government, Community Development, Communication, Strategic Communications, Event Planning, Policy, Public Affairs, Fundraising, Politics, Political Campaigns, Press Releases, Political Science, Legislative Relations, Coalitions, Grassroots Organizing, Political Communication, Political Consulting, Speech Writing, State Government, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Nonprofits, Corporate Communications, Governmental Affairs, Constituent Services, Legislative Affairs, Legislative Research, International Relations, Message Development, Spokesperson, Community Organizing, Political Management
Education
California State University-Long Beach
M.P.A., Public Administration
Michigan State University
B.A., Political Science
California State Board of Equalization November 2011 - Present
California State Senate March 2008 - November 2011
California State Assembly October 2005 - February 2008
California State Assembly December 2004 - October 2005
California State Assembly December 2002 - December 2004
California State Assembly January 2001 - December 2002
California State Assembly May 1999 - December 2000
Skills
Communications Strategy, Marketing Communications, Mass Communication, Public Relations, Media Relations, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Policy Development, Team Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Educational Outreach, Policy Advocacy, Political Communication, Strategic Communications, Advocacy, Policy, Public Policy, Politics, Political Campaigns, Coalitions, Legislative Relations, Legislation, Community Outreach, Public Affairs, Policy Analysis, Editing, Government, Political Consulting, Grassroots Organizing, Nonprofits, Speech Writing, State Government, Legislative Affairs, Legislative Research, Crisis Communications, Message Development, Economic Development, Community Development, Governmental Affairs, Public Administration, Constituent Services, Political Science, Crisis Management, Legal Writing, Spokesperson, Local Government, Elections, Program Management, Press Releases, Grassroots
Education
California State University-Sacramento 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts, Government
Monte Vista High School 1991 — 1995
High School Diploma, College Preparation
Lyon Real Estate August 2014 - Present
River City Christian December 2006 - Present
EGUSD Foulks Ranch Elementary School July 2004 - December 2006
California State Senate May 2000 - December 2001
Skills
Public Speaking, Music, Recording, Audio Engineering, Worship Music, Music Ministry, Acoustic Guitar, Teaching, Church Events, Pastoral Counseling, Youth Ministry, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Discipleship, Nonprofits, Leadership Development, Leadership, Team Building, Event Management, Training, Customer Service
Education
National University 2003 — 2004
Teaching Credential, Multiple Subject
CSU Sacramento 1999 — 2002
BS, Criminal Justice
MindSet June 2014 - Present
Mind Set Media Group 2014 - Present
James Curtis & Associates 2006 - 2010
E! Entertainment Television 2005 - 2005
Court TV 2001 - 2005
KingWorld/CBS Television Distribution 2000 - 2001
Riverside County District Attorney's Office 1989 - 1999
California State Senate 1980 - 1981
Skills
Journalism, News Writing, Editing, Broadcast, Video Production, Storytelling, Final Cut Pro, Copy Editing, Blogging, Broadcast Journalism, Video Editing, Media Relations, New Media, Online Journalism, Radio, Television, Public Speaking
Education
California Western School of Law 1985 — 1987
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Law
University of California, San Diego 1976 — 1980
Bachelor's Degree, Spanish Language and Literature
California State University, Fullerton August 2009 - Present
University of California, Riverside September 2006 - Present
Chapman University August 2010 - Present
Mt. San Jacinto College August 2004 - June 2012
Foley and Company Government and Public Affairs October 2003 - January 2009
University of La Verne January 2006 - December 2007
Lloyd Government Affairs September 1998 - January 2005
United States House of Representatives January 1993 - November 1993
California State Senate February 1991 - January 1993
Skills
Public Policy, Public Speaking, Policy Analysis, Government, Political Science, Politics, Policy, Legislative Relations, Program Management, Legislation, Project Planning, Strategy, Analysis, Legal Writing, Teaching, Leadership
Education
University of Virginia 1996 — 2001
Doctorate, Government
Claremont Graduate University 1994 — 1996
Master of Arts, Public Policy
Claremont McKenna College 1986 — 1990
Bachelors, Government
California State Assembly 2011 - Present
California State Senate 2002 - 2010
California State Assembly 1998 - 2002
Skills
Legislation, Constituent Services, Legislative Relations, Legislative Affairs, Legislative Research, Government, Grassroots, Politics
Education
California State University-Sacramento 1985 — 1990
Bachelor's Degree, Biology/Biological Sciences, General
California State Senate December 2008 - Present
International Longshore Warehouse Union October 2004 - November 2008
Bill Orton Communications December 2003 - November 2004
California State Assembly July 1997 - December 2003
Politiken newspaper March 1996 - April 1997
American Womens Economic Development Corporation February 1995 - February 1996
California State Assembly December 1992 - January 1995
Design Science March 1991 - December 1992
University Student Union CSULB October 1989 - October 1990
Coffee & More May 1989 - June 1990
Skills
Typography, Art Direction, Website Development, Writing, Public Relations, Publications, Photography, Videography, Social Media Marketing, Political Campaigns, Public Policy, Legislative Affairs, Legislative Relations, Campaign Strategies, Press Releases, Media Relations, Internal Communications, Message Development, Editing, Journalism, Newspapers, Microsoft Office, Fiction Writing, HTML, State Government, California history, Small Talk, Public Speaking, Public Affairs, Secretarial Skills, Marketing Communications, Crisis Communications, Political Science, American History, World History, Geography, Economics, Congressional Affairs, Legislative Issues, Bread
Education
California State University-Long Beach 1980 — 1991
Bachelor of Arts (BA), History
Edison High School 1976 — 1980
USC Marshall School of Business July 2015 - Present
California State Senate: Rules Committee December 2012 - July 2015
Dollar Central, LLC January 2011 - January 2013
California State Senate: Office of Senate President Pro Tempore Darrell Steinberg October 2010 - November 2012
California State Senate December 2007 - October 2010
California Public Employees Retirement System (CALPERS) September 2007 - December 2007
Younger & Hennecke, LLP Bankruptcy Law Firm May 2005 - June 2007
Mexican American Legal Defense & Education Fund (MALDEF) September 2003 - May 2004
Skills
Entrepreneurship, New Business Development, Small Business, Business Planning, Politics, Leadership Development, Team Building, Team Management, Corporate Social..., Legislative Relations, Coalitions, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Political Campaigns, Legislation, Government, Political Consulting, Community Outreach, Policy, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Leadership, Research
Education
University of Southern California - Marshall School of Business 2015 — 2017
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
California State University-Sacramento 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Philosophy
H November 2013 - Present
California State Senate July 2013 - November 2013
Leticia Perez for California State Senate 2013 February 2013 - July 2013
California State Senate January 2011 - February 2013
California State Assembly January 2010 - January 2011
California State Senate September 2007 - January 2010
California State Senate October 2006 - September 2007
American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees August 2005 - October 2006
Skills
State Politics, Political Campaigns, Health Policy, Water Policy, Grassroots Organizing, Federal Government
Education
California State University-Sacramento 2005 — 2010
Master's degree, Public Policy and Administration
Saint Mary's College of California 2001 — 2005
Bachelor's degree, Communication, General
California Fleet Solutions & Crossroads Equipment Lease and Finance January 2011 - Present
California Trucking Association October 2005 - December 2010
California State Senate August 2004 - September 2005
Skills
Public Policy, Leadership, Coalitions, Environmental Policy, Policy Analysis, Public Affairs, Governmental Affairs, Policy, Logistics, Public Speaking, Air Quality, Legislation, Transportation, Economic Development, Operations Management, Strategy, Legislative Research, Environmental Compliance, Legislative Relations, Government, Community Outreach, Political Campaigns, Lobbying, Fundraising, Grants, Nonprofits, Alternative Fuels, Environmental Awareness, Politics, Energy Policy, Political Consulting, Legislative Affairs, Proposal Writing, Program Management, Grassroots Organizing, Community Development, Analysis, Land Use, Project Planning, Public Administration, Political Communication, Sustainability, Strategic Communications, International Relations, Customer Satisfaction, Strategic Planning
Education
California State University-Long Beach 2010 — 2013
MPPA, Public Policy
California State University-Sacramento 2000 — 2003
BA, Government/Politics
California State Senate 2014 - Present
California State Assembly June 2006 - November 2014
Wescom Credit Union December 2004 - May 2006
CPS National May 2001 - November 2004
California State Senate, 32SD March 1998 - September 2000
Skills
Community Outreach, Public Policy, Government, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Community Development, Fundraising, Policy, Public Relations, Political Campaigns, Politics, Grassroots Organizing, Community Organizing, Economic Development, Grant Writing, Leadership, Legislative Relations, Media Relations, Organizational..., Nonprofits, Strategic Communications, Grassroots, Legislation
Education
California State University San Bernardino 1993 — 1998
Bachelor's degree, Political Science and Government
California State University-San Bernardino 1993 — 1998
BS, Political Science
California State Senate October 2014 - Present
California State University, Sacramento July 2014 - October 2014
California State Student Association July 2013 - June 2014
University Reading & Writing Center January 2013 - January 2014
California State Assembly June 2013 - August 2013
California State Student Association October 2012 - June 2013
Associated Students, Inc., at Sacramento State June 2011 - June 2013
Associated Students, Inc., at Sacramento State June 2010 - June 2011
Associated Students, Inc., at Sacramento State August 2009 - June 2010
Associated Students, Inc., at Sacramento State August 2008 - June 2009
Skills
Microsoft Office, Writing, Marketing, Social Media, Public Speaking, Corporate Communications, Event Planning, Public Relations, Editing, Social Networking, Recruiting, Customer Service, Leadership, Program Management, Training, Management, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Time Management, Higher Education, Public Policy, Budgets
Education
California State University-Sacramento 2012 — 2014
Master's degree, English Literature
California State University-Sacramento 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Double Major in English, Film
New York City Mayor's Office of Management and Budget June 2013 - August 2013
California State Senate October 2008 - November 2010
UCLA September 2006 - June 2008
Skills
Research, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Microsoft Office, Policy, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Government, Community Outreach, Microsoft Excel, Public Relations, Politics, Project Management, Event Planning, Editing, Fundraising, PowerPoint, Data Analysis, International Relations, Legislative Relations, Legislation, Grassroots Organizing, Higher Education, Coalitions, Political Campaigns, Grassroots
Education
University of California, Hastings College of the Law 2014 — 2017
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Princeton University 2012 — 2014
Master in Public Affairs (MPA), Domestic Policy Urban Policy
California State University-Sacramento 2008 — 2009
California State Senate Fellowship, Government Structures, The Legislative Process & Policy Making
University of California, Los Angeles 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science Political Theory & American Politics
University of California, Berkeley 2007 — 2007
Junior Summer Institute, Public Policy & International Affairs (PPIA) Law Fellow
United Ways of California April 2012 - Present
FACCC May 2009 - April 2012
Office of Senator Jack Scott March 2004 - April 2009
American Heart Association March 2003 - March 2004
California State Senate October 2001 - March 2003
California State University, Los Angeles 2000 - 2001
California State University, Los Angeles 1999 - 2000
Skills
Coalitions, Legislative Relations, Grassroots Organizing, Legislation, Political Campaigns, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Policy Analysis, Politics, Volunteer Management, Non-profits, Economic Development, Community Organizing, Nonprofits, Community Development, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Government, Legislative Research, Strategic Communications, Policy, Program Development, Public Affairs, Speech Writing, Grants, Grant Writing, Media Relations, Public Relations
Education
California State University-Los Angeles 1995 — 2001
Criminal Justice, Public Administration
Office of Assemblyman James Gallagher December 2014 - Present
RedWeb Campaigns March 2011 - Present
California State Senate February 2013 - December 2014
California State Assembly December 2008 - February 2013
Berryhill for Senate November 2011 - December 2012
California Republican Party September 2010 - November 2010
Blakeslee for Senate 2010 May 2010 - August 2010
The California State University January 2008 - July 2009
California Republican Party July 2008 - December 2008
Skills
Public Policy, Politics, Political Campaigns, Community Outreach, Strategic Communications, Policy Analysis, Media Relations, Public Relations, Legislative Relations, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Fundraising, News Writing, Public Affairs, Speech Writing, Political Communication, Coalitions, Political Consulting, Nonprofits, Press Releases, Message Development, Grassroots Organizing, Legislation, Campaigns, Government, Crisis Communications, Program Management, Community Development, Policy, Political Management, Spokesperson, Volunteer Management, Grassroots
Education
California State University-Sacramento 2003 — 2007
B.A, Government-Journalism
California Republican Party April 2014 - Present
California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues July 2011 - April 2014
Meridian Pacific April 2011 - July 2011
Allard for Assembly December 2010 - March 2011
Gaines for Senate August 2010 - December 2010
Goehring for Congress June 2009 - June 2010
California Senate Republican Office of Public Affairs January 2009 - June 2010
Aghazarian for Senate July 2008 - November 2008
California State Senate March 2008 - June 2008
Skills
Grassroots Organizing, Public Relations, Political Campaigns, Fundraising, Legislative Relations, Coalitions, Political Consulting, Public Speaking, Campaign Management, Speech Writing, Politics, Public Policy, Strategic Communications, Policy Analysis, Research, Campaigns, Media Relations, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Public Affairs, Political Communication, Nonprofits, Message Development, Crisis Communications, Policy, Corporate Communications, Campaign Strategies, Social Media, Spokesperson, Community Development, Press Releases, Government, Legislative Research, Internal Communications, Governmental Affairs, Volunteer Management, Political Science, Legislation, Community Engagement, State Government, Economic Development, Grants, International Relations, Grassroots
Education
California State University-Sacramento 2003 — 2005
BA, English Literature
Pac/West August 2007 - Present
Devereux Communications 2005 - 2007
California Earthquake Authority 2001 - 2005
California State Treasurer's Office 1995 - 1999
California State Board of Equalization 1993 - 1995
Western States Petroleum Association 1989 - 1993
California State Senate 1984 - 1989
Television News 1982 - 1985
Skills
Media Relations, Crisis Communications, Strategic Communications, Public Relations, Political Campaigns
Education
Washington State University 1980 — 1982
BA, Broadcast Journalism and Political Science
California State University-Fullerton 1978 — 1980
American University August 2011 - Present
UNAIDS January 2011 - September 2011
Harvard University January 2010 - December 2010
Harvard University/Mass. Institute of Technology September 2000 - June 2009
Social Science Research Council 2008 - 2009
Quad Bikes June 2005 - December 2007
UC Berkeley Graduate Assembly September 2001 - August 2002
UC Berkeley October 2001 - April 2002
ELM Research 2000 - 2000
California State Senate October 1997 - September 1998
Skills
Writing, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Public Speaking, Quantitative Research, Qualitative Research, Research, R, Stata, LaTeX, Teaching, International Relations, Proposal Writing, Policy, Political Science
Education
Harvard University
Ph.D, Government (Political Science)
University of California, Berkeley
M.A, Political Science
University of Cambridge 1998 — 1999
M.Phil., International Studies
California State University-Sacramento 1997 — 1998
N/A, Senate Fellow, Public Policy
University of California, Davis 1993 — 1997
A.B. (honors), Int'l Rel'ns, History Minor
Congressional Research Service September 2015 - Present
Congressional Research Service January 2010 - Present
California State Senate 2006 - 2008
Sacramento City College 2001 - 2008
New America Foundation 2004 - 2005
California State Legislature 2001 - 2004
California Technology, Trade, and Commerce Agency 2000 - 2001
Podesta 1999 - 2000
policy.com 1998 - 1998
California State Senate 1995 - 1997
Skills
Public Policy, Writing, Research, Government, Policy Analysis, Community Outreach, Politics, Policy, Public Affairs, Economic Development, Analysis, Program Management, Public Relations, Budgets, Strategic Communications, Legislative Relations, Political Campaigns, Legislation, Program Evaluation, Education Policy
Education
Pepperdine University 1997 — 1999
Master's
University of California, Santa Cruz 1991 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts
College of Marin 1988 — 1991
n/a
Henry Stern for State Senate 2016 May 2015 - July 2015
U.S. House of Representatives September 2014 - December 2014
CCG May 2014 - September 2014
U.S. House of Representatives January 2014 - April 2014
California State Senate November 2012 - August 2013
Skills
Government, Public Policy, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Social Media, Legislative Research, Research, Customer Service, Politics, Fundraising, Political Campaigns, Policy Analysis, Photography
Education
California State University-Northridge 2013 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
Glendale Community College 2010 — 2013
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Crescenta Valley High School 2006 — 2010
High School
Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority 2014 - Present
Cindy Montanez for LA City Council January 2013 - July 2013
The Community Redevelopment Agency of Los Angeles 2006 - 2012
California State Assembly 2004 - 2006
California State Senate 2002 - 2004
Skills
Government Experience, Communicaitons, Organization Growth, Community Development, Community Outreach, Strategic Alliances, Teamwork, Leadership, Sustainability, Program Management, Legislative Relations, Newsletters, Political Campaigns, Research, Public Speaking
Education
California State University-Northridge
Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.), Organizational Leadership, Honors
University of California, Los Angeles
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History
U.S. House of Representatives November 2012 - Present
California State Senate December 2006 - December 2012
California State Assembly December 2000 - December 2006
Education
Chaffey College
Associate of Arts (AA)
Cheryl Birch MInistries September 2002 - Present
California State Senate December 2006 - November 2010
Senator Dave Cogdill/Assemblyman Dave Cogdill January 2006 - January 2010
Skills
Bible teaching, Training, Public Speaking, Preaching, Inspirational Speaker, Blogging, Poetry, Creative Writing, Leadership Development, Organization, Communication Skills, Motivational Speaking, Nonprofits, Conflict Resolution, Social Networking, Event Planning, Program Development
Education
Century College
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies
United Christian Ministries International
BA, Ministerial Studies; General Studies
CA State Assembly, Office of Assemblymember Adrin Nazarian September 2013 - Present
Jesse M. Unruh Assembly Fellowship October 2012 - September 2013
California Hispanic Chambers of Commerce April 2012 - October 2012
California Special Districts Association August 2011 - February 2012
California State Senate January 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Research, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Microsoft Office, Legislative Relations, Fundraising, Political Campaigns, Policy, Legislation
Education
California State University-Sacramento 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Political Science and Government
California Center/ Golden California Inc. May 2014 - Present
California Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce June 2011 - May 2014
CA State Board of Equalization October 2010 - December 2010
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation December 2007 - September 2010
U.S. House of Representatives February 2007 - December 2007
CA House of Representatives (Dist. 4) January 2007 - November 2007
California State Assembly . June 2006 - February 2007
California State Senate - Office of Senator Jim Battin August 2001 - June 2006
California State Senate 2001 - 2006
Mount Hermon Christian Conference Center 1990 - 1993
Skills
Media Relations, Political Campaigns, Coalitions, Strategic Communications, Newsletters, Press Releases, Legislation, Public Policy, Editing, Public Speaking, Crisis Communications, Legislative Relations, Community Development, Policy, Speech Writing, Public Relations, Strategy, Social Media, Research, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Policy Analysis, Social Networking, Message Development, Marketing, Politics, Fundraising, Spokesperson, Public Affairs, Corporate Communications, Government, Event Planning, Legislative Affairs, Leadership, Stakeholder Engagement, International Relations, Political Consulting, Internal Communications, Grassroots Organizing, Crisis Management, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Community Engagement, Economic Development, Reputation Management, State Government, Campaigns, Program Development, Governmental Affairs, Event Management
Education
California State University-Sacramento 1991 — 1995
BA, Communications
California State University-Sacramento 1991 — 1995
BA, Communication Studies
Smith & Vanvider / S&V Labs, Inc. March 2015 - Present
Cox Media Group - Bay Area July 2013 - March 2015
Cumulus Media February 2012 - March 2013
CBS Radio December 2006 - March 2011
Bonneville International October 2005 - December 2006
Infinity Broadcasting April 2000 - October 2006
KGO Radio March 1999 - March 2000
California State Senate April 1996 - 1998
Skills
New Business Development, Broadcast Media Sales, Cause Marketing, Event Marketing Strategy, PowerPoint, Team Leadership, Mac OS X, Salesforce.com, Microsoft Office, Negotiation, Sponsorship Sales, Marketing Research, Sales Presentations, CRM, Radio Promotions, Digital Media, Integrated Marketing, Radio Advertising, Grassroots Marketing, Radio, Advertising Sales, Marketing Communications, Digital Strategy, Marketing, Market Research, B2B, Social Networking, Direct Marketing, Event Planning, OS X
Education
California State University-Sacramento
University of San Francisco
Blueprint Group December 2007 - Present
U.S. House of Representatives March 2013 - November 2013
Los Angeles Universal Preschool June 2008 - March 2013
United States Senate February 2007 - March 2008
California State Senate August 2005 - February 2007
California State University Board of Trustees 2004 - 2006
Democratic National Convention 2000 2000 - 2000
Skills
Media Relations, Public Relations, Community Development, Government, Legislative Relations, Political Consulting, Strategic Communications, Community Outreach, Press Releases, Social Media, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Political Campaigns, Corporate Communications, Politics, Blogging, Editing, Fundraising, Event Management, Public Affairs, Public Policy, Speech Writing, Crisis Communications
Education
California State University-San Bernardino 2000 — 2005
Political Science, Political Science and Government
University of Pittsburgh - GSPIA June 2014 - Present
Students for Deliberative Democracy (S4DD) May 2014 - Present
The Tartan January 2014 - Present
Students for Deliberative Democracy (S4DD) January 2014 - April 2014
Public Interest Communications, Inc. - Pittsburgh Division September 2013 - December 2013
Organizing for Action August 2012 - November 2012
Organizing for Action September 2011 - July 2012
Jerry Brown 2010 March 2010 - August 2010
California State Senate January 2009 - February 2010
U.S. House of Representatives June 2009 - December 2009
Skills
Team Building, Project Management, Teamwork, Sales, Management, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Legislative Relations, Fundraising, Policy, Politics, Public Policy, Community Organizing, Grants, Proposal Writing, Press Releases, Community Outreach, Political Campaigns, Policy Analysis, Volunteer Management, Leadership
Education
Carnegie Mellon University 2013 — 2016
Bachelor's Degree, Ethics, History & Public Policy
Los Angeles City Council July 2013 - Present
California State Senate February 2011 - Present
California State Assembly April 2007 - February 2011
Office of Lieutenant Governor Cruz Bustamante State of California 2002 - 2007
Skills
Political Campaigns, Politics, Legislative Relations, Public Speaking, Government, Policy Analysis, Legislation, Fundraising, Public Policy, Social Networking, Coalitions, State Government, Community Outreach, Grassroots Organizing, Political Consulting, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Public Relations, Policy, Leadership, Social Media, Event Management
Education
California State University-Sacramento 1995 — 2000
BS, Business Adminstration
Screen Actors Guild - Producers Pension & Health Plans May 2015 - Present
The SCAN Foundation 2010 - May 2015
City of Long Beach 2007 - 2010
California State Senate 2005 - 2007
Children's Defense Fund 2001 - 2005
Southern California Regional Million Mom March October 1999 - July 2000
US Congress 1995 - 1997
Skills
Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Community Outreach, Crisis Communications, Message Development, Nonprofits, Public Policy, Philanthropy, Event Planning, Public Affairs, Public Relations, Social Media, Speech Writing, Editing, Community Engagement, Community Organizing, Press Releases, Grassroots Organizing, Internal Communications, Newsletters, Publicity, Political Communication, Grants, Blogging, Web Content, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Marketing Communications, Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Coalitions, Content Development, Facebook, Corporate Communications, Health Communication, Legislative Relations, Proofreading, Creative Writing, Spokesperson, Media Outreach, Reputation Management, Strategic Media..., Communications Planning, Talking Points, Press Kits
Education
University of Southern California
M.A, Communication Management
California State University-Fullerton
B.A, Political Science
PwC August 2015 - Present
Carnegie Mellon University February 2013 - May 2015
PwC June 2014 - August 2014
Carnegie Mellon Tepper School of Business August 2012 - May 2014
Surf and Turf Tennis Club June 2009 - January 2014
Carnegie Mellon University August 2013 - December 2013
California State Senate June 2013 - August 2013
Lavine, Lofgren, Morris & Engelberg, LLP June 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Teamwork, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Time Management, Team Leadership, Academic Tutoring, Microsoft Excel, Statistics, Management, Entrepreneurship
Education
Carnegie Mellon University - Tepper School of Business 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration
WHU - Otto Beisheim Graduate School of Management 2013 — 2013
European Bachelor Summer Institute 2013
California Business Properties Association March 2008 - Present
Office of Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger April 2006 - March 2008
California State Senate May 1999 - April 2005
Skills
Legislation, Political Campaigns, Grassroots Organizing, Politics, Policy, Policy Analysis, Community Outreach, Strategic Communications, Political Science, Event Planning, Higher Education, Public Administration, Public Relations, Fundraising, Nonprofits
Education
University of Phoenix 2009 — 2011
Masters, Business Administration
CSU Sacramento 1998 — 2002
BA, International Communication
South High School
Assembly Republican Caucus October 2011 - Present
California State Senate December 2010 - October 2011
California State Senate November 2006 - December 2010
CA State Assembly March 2000 - November 2006
Skills
Legislative Relations, Legislation, Coalitions, Political Campaigns, Public Policy, Politics, Policy Analysis, Political Consulting, Grassroots Organizing, Government, Political Communication, Public Affairs, Political Science, Strategic Communications, Community Outreach, Legislative Research, Speech Writing, Policy, Media Relations, Constituent Services, Strategic Planning, Personnel Management
Education
California State University-Sacramento 1999 — 2005
MA, International Relations
Franciscan University of Steubenville 1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and History
California State Senate January 2015 - Present
Parrot Cellular March 2014 - January 2015
Bayer Protective Services, Inc. June 2008 - March 2014
Tokyo Fro's Rockin Sushi Bar October 2012 - December 2013
An assignment that turned into an experience February 2008 - August 2008
Phantom Fireworks June 2006 - June 2008
The Neukom Family January 2005 - January 2008
Sacramento Country Day School July 1994 - January 2006
Walgreens June 2005 - August 2005
Sacramento Country Day School June 2003 - July 2003
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Strong work ethic, Quick Learner, Highly Motivated, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Data Entry, PowerPoint, Teamwork, Invoicing, Recruiting, Training, Photoshop, Fundraising, Event Planning, Outlook, Social Networking, Customer Satisfaction, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing
Education
CSU Sacramento 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Mass Communication/Media Studies
California State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelors of Arts, Mass Communication
University of San Francisco 2006 — 2008
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
California State Senate March 2015 - Present
County of Orange December 2006 - January 2015
County of Orange March 1995 - December 2006
Balser, Horowitz, Frank & Wakeling 1976 - 1995
Skills
Pensions, Government, Legislation, CPA, Public Policy, Public Finance, California history, Governance, Economic Development, Policy, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Finance, Policy Analysis, Program Management, Leadership, Management, Public Relations, Strategic Planning
Education
California State University-Long Beach
Bachelors of Science, Business Administration
College for Financial Planning
Certified Financial Planner
University of Delaware
Certificate in Public Finance
California Teachers Association October 2013 - Present
VCUSD August 2001 - October 2013
California State Senate 1997 - 2001
Britton Insurance 1989 - 1992
Skills
Teaching, Public Speaking, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Design, Classroom, Tutoring, Educational Leadership, Classroom Management, E-Learning, K-12, Special Education, Lesson Planning, Adult Education, Educational Technology, Staff Development, Instructional Design, Teacher Training, Literacy, Instructional Technology, Elementary Education, Community Outreach, Student Affairs, Higher Education, Nonprofits, Program Development, Grant Writing
Education
UC Davis 2013 — 2016
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.), Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Touro University 2005 — 2007
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Education
CSU Sacramento 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Government
Valens Global LLC July 2015 - Present
Claremont Journal of Law and Public Policy August 2013 - May 2015
Foundation For Defense of Democracies January 2014 - August 2014
California State Senate June 2010 - September 2010
Skills
Foreign Policy, National Security, International Security, Qualitative Research, International Relations, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Political Science, Politics, Research, Social Media, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Editing, Public Speaking, Microsoft Excel
Education
Claremont McKenna College 2012 — 2015
Bachelor's Degree, Cum Laude, Government with Departmental Honors, Overall GPA: 3.75 -- Major GPA: 3.93
Sharp Public Affairs January 2005 - Present
Van Scoyoc Associates January 2005 - February 2007
U.S. House of Representatives March 2000 - January 2005
California State Senate February 1996 - March 2000
Claremont Institute January 1995 - February 1996
Tom McClintock for State Controller February 1994 - January 1995
Skills
Government Relations, Public Relations, Politics, Coalitions, Public Policy, Lobbying, Strategic Communications, Crisis Communications, Public Affairs, Political Campaigns, Political Consulting, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Local Government, Media Relations, Policy Analysis, Legislative Relations, Policy, Fundraising, Economic Development, Government, Message Development, Speech Writing, Political Communication, Nonprofits
Education
California State University-Sacramento 1990 — 1994
California State Board of Equalization January 2015 - Present
California State Assembly January 2010 - December 2014
California State Senate June 2008 - November 2008
Skills
Legislative Research, Political Consulting, Legislative Relations, Legislation, Research, Legislative Policy, Analysis, Policy Analysis, Coalitions, Public Policy, Customer Service, Government, Community Outreach, Grassroots Organizing, Political Campaigns, Strategic Communications, Tax Policy, Public Speaking, Advising People, Problem Solving, Written Correspondence, Press Releases, Speech Writing, Email Campaigning, Office Administration, Database Design, Grassroots, Politics, Document Drafting
Education
California State University-Sacramento 2004 — 2008
BA, International Relations and Humanities, Cum Laude
Fredericks Peebles & Morgan LLP 2010 - Present
AndersonTuell, LLP 2007 - 2010
Fredericks Peebles & Morgan LLP 2005 - 2007
Law Offices of Patrick R. Bergin 2003 - 2005
Anderson & Holland, PC 2002 - 2003
California State Senate 2000 - 2002
California State Assembly 1997 - 2000
California Trucking Association 1994 - 1997
Skills
Litigation, Government, Economic Development, Gaming Law, Legislative Relations, Legislation, Public Policy, Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Legal Writing, Policy Analysis, Coalitions, Political Consulting, Politics, Commercial Litigation, Policy, Courts, Political Campaigns, Administrative Law, Governmental Affairs, Mediation, Business Analysis, Business Strategy, Tribal Government, New Business Development, Tribal Law, Business Intelligence, Tribal Consultation, Tribal Gaming, Appeals, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Criminal Defense, Lobbying
Education
University of the Pacific - McGeorge School of Law 1999 — 2002
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law
California State University-Sacramento 1991 — 1996
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
University of Washington 2013 - Present
CSU Monterey Bay August 2009 - May 2012
California State Senate May 2009 - July 2009
Skills
Communication, Public Policy, Public Speaking, Political Campaigns, European Integration, European politics, American Politics, Community Outreach, Social Media, Leadership Development, Academic Tutoring, Bookkeeping, Logistics, International Political..., EU Foreign Policy, European History, American Foreign Policy, American History, Policy Analysis, PowerPoint, R, Stata, LaTeX, Python, Political Science, International Relations, Political Economy
Education
University of Washington 2013 — 2018
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Political Science
University of Warwick 2012 — 2013
Master of Arts (M.A.), International Politics and Europe, Merit
California State University-Monterey Bay 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International Finance and Government, Distinction
California State University, Florence Italy 2010 — 2011
Italian language; European Political studies, European History
Church of the Foothills May 2012 - Present
The Rock 2011 - Present
California State Senate October 2007 - December 2008
Church of the Foothills May 2004 - August 2007
Skills
Achiever, Context, Restorative, Disciplined, Analytical, Knowledge, Discernment, Teaching, Preaching, Team Leadership, Wisdom, Evangelism
Education
Denver Seminary 2009 — 2011
Master of Divinity, Philosophy of Religion
California State University-Sacramento 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice
Bay Farm Community Church March 2007 - October 2011
San Francisco Public Utilities Commission September 2000 - December 2006
Amtrak August 1999 - September 2000
California State Senate September 1995 - July 1999
Skills
Microsoft Word, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Event Planning, Management, PowerPoint, Strategic Planning, Nonprofits
Education
California State University-Sacramento 1993 — 2007
Master of Arts (M.A.), Political Science and Government, A-
Nanay Sofia Foundation July 2015 - Present
Hanson Bridgett LLP October 2014 - Present
Hanson Bridgett LLP January 2014 - April 2014
The Supreme Court of California August 2013 - December 2013
Hanson Bridgett LLP May 2013 - August 2013
Hanson Bridgett LLP June 2012 - August 2012
Nehemiah Emerging Leaders Program (NELP) September 2010 - July 2011
California State University, Sacramento September 2010 - July 2011
California State Board of Equalization June 2010 - July 2011
California State Senate July 2008 - May 2010
Skills
Legal Writing, Public Speaking, Legal Research, Research, Mediation, Training, Nonprofits, Politics, Budgets, Leadership, Social Media, Lexis, Public Policy, Policy, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Appeals, Westlaw, Government, Policy Analysis, Community Outreach, Courts, Program Management, Fundraising, Non-profits
Education
University of California, Hastings College of the Law 2011 — 2014
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Law, Graduate
California State University-Sacramento 2009 — 2011
Masters of Science in Criminal Justice, Criminal Justice, 3.87
Yuba College 2008 — 2009
P.O.S.T. Certification, Special Investigators Basic Course
University of California, Davis 2002 — 2007
BA, Sociology
Universidad Nacional de Cuyo 2004 — 2005
Certificate of Mastery of Argentinian Culture and History, Spanish Language and Argentine Culture
Justin-Siena Catholic High School 2000 — 2002
High School Diploma, Secondary Education
Benicia High School 1998 — 2000
YMCA of the Greater Twin Cities September 2015 - Present
YMCA of South Florida April 2014 - September 2015
YMCA of Superior California November 2010 - March 2014
California State Assembly December 2008 - December 2010
California State Senate August 2007 - December 2008
California State Assembly March 2007 - August 2007
UC Davis 2005 - 2007
Jessica's Law Initiative Campaign January 2006 - March 2006
Skills
Non-profit Leadership, Non-profit Program..., Community Outreach, Aquatics, Budget Management, Risk Management, Collaboration, Staff Management, Swim Instruction, Lifeguarding, Legislative Relations, Coalitions, Press Releases, Legislation, Political Campaigns, Public Policy, Politics, Policy Analysis, Political Science, Political Communication, Legislative Affairs, Constituent Services, Campaigns, Public Affairs, Government, Innovation
Education
California State University-Sacramento 2007 — 2008
credits, American Government and Politics (United States)
University of California, Davis 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
University of California, Davis 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government, 3.0
California Deer Association 2014 - Present
Edelman January 2014 - June 2014
United Auburn Indian Community April 2012 - July 2013
Mobile Commons November 2011 - March 2012
CA Fair Political Practices Commission September 2008 - October 2011
CA Fair Political Practices Commission April 2007 - October 2011
Ziegler Associates-Public Affairs August 2006 - December 2006
California State Senate October 2003 - February 2006
Skills
Strategic Communications, Strategic Planning, Board Development, Change Management, Government Relations, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Ethics, Management, Public Affairs, Strategic Public..., Thought Leadership, Politics, Government, Legislative Relations, Nonprofits, Political Campaigns, Public Policy, Coalitions, Non-profits, Media Relations, Fundraising, Editing, Policy Analysis, Social Media, Grassroots Organizing, Legislation, Grassroots
Education
California State University-Sacramento
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
CSU Sacramento 2001 — 2003
BA, Communications-Public Relations emphasis, Cum Laude
Sacramento City College 2000 — 2002
Associate of Arts (AA), Social Studies, Honors
California State Senate December 2014 - Present
California State Senate October 2013 - November 2014
City of Sacramento June 2007 - October 2013
California State Senate January 2013 - January 2013
Skills
Public Speaking, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Legislative Relations, Community Outreach, Community Development, Public Administration, Government
Education
Calvin College 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
Biotechnology Industry Organization April 2015 - Present
BayBio 2011 - 2015
BD 2010 - 2011
California Healthcare Institute 2008 - 2010
California State Senate 2007 - 2008
California Independent System Operator 2005 - 2007
Skills
Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Politics, Political Campaigns, Legislative Relations, Legislation, Strategic Communications, Research, Media Relations, Coalitions, Public Relations, Biotechnology, Grassroots Organizing, Public Affairs, Community Outreach, Policy, Political Consulting, Government, Political Science, Governmental Affairs, Economic Development, Speech Writing, Legislative Research, Legislative Affairs, Grassroots
Education
California State University-Sacramento 2007 — 2008
Master's Degree, Government
California State University-Sacramento 2004 — 2005
Bachelor's Degree, Government
Sacramento Association of REALTORS May 2008 - Present
California State Senate January 2007 - May 2008
California State Assembly 2005 - 2007
Skills
Legislative Relations, Coalitions, Public Policy, Government, Nonprofits, Political Campaigns, Politics, Public Affairs, Governmental Affairs, Grassroots Organizing, Legislation, Community Outreach, Legislative Research, Legislative Affairs, State Government, Political Consulting, Political Communication, Constituent Services, Policy Analysis, Economic Development, Public Speaking, Media Relations, Political Science, Strategic Communications, Policy, Public Relations
Education
California State University-Sacramento 2006 — 2008
Masters Degree, Public Policy and Administration
California State University-Sacramento 2004 — 2006
Bachelor's Degree, Government
California State Assembly October 2014 - Present
State of California 2014 - 2015
State of California 2014 - 2015
United States Senate September 2013 - December 2013
Associated Students of the University of California September 2012 - January 2013
Obama for America July 2012 - November 2012
Barbary Coast Consulting June 2010 - December 2010
California State Senate February 2010 - June 2010
City and County of San Francisco May 2009 - October 2009
California State Senate June 2008 - January 2009
Skills
Politics, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Legislative Research, Legal Research, Microsoft Office, Public Policy, Political Campaigns, Community Outreach, Policy Analysis, Legislative Relations, Community Organizing
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2012 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Philosophy
City College of San Francisco 2010 — 2012
Transferred to UC Berkeley, Philosophy
University of Virginia 2011 — 2011
Semester at Sea, International Relations and Affairs, Semester at Sea (University of Virginia)
SurePath Financial Services January 2015 - Present
Rob McCoy for Assembly February 2014 - November 2014
Camarillo Chamber of Commerce January 2013 - February 2014
California State Senate December 2008 - November 2012
Skills
Government Advocacy, Public Affairs, Business Advocacy, Political Campaigns, Legislative Relations, Legislation, Political Communication, Politics, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Political Science, Coalitions, Grassroots Organizing, Government, Community Development, Community Outreach, Crisis Communications, Crisis Management, Economic Development, Event Planning, Fundraising, Media Relations, Nonprofits, Policy, Political Consulting, Press Releases, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Social Media, State Government, Strategic Communications, Volunteer Management, Proposal Writing
Education
California State University-Northridge 2002 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mathematics
LegalShield June 2012 - Present
Lee Kersten Productions 2001 - 2015
California State Senate 1992 - 2008
Music Plus 1982 - 1993
Skills
Public Relations, Social Networking, Social Media, Event Management, Leadership, Teaching, Policy, Public Speaking, Training, Fundraising, Networking, Microsoft Office, Community Outreach, Team Building, Small Business, Entertainment, Events, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Newsletters, Problem Solving, Volunteer Management, Editing, Marketing, Government, Entrepreneurship, Social Media Marketing, Leadership Development, Research, Recruiting, Organizational..., Human Resources, Community Development, Press Releases, Customer Service
Education
Cal State Fullerton 1992 — 1995
Master's degree, Public Administration
Claremont Graduate University 1995 — 2000
Master's degree, Political Science and Government
Cal State Fullerton 1989 — 1992
Bachelor's degree, Psychology
Stitch Fix August 2015 - Present
California Musical Theatre May 2015 - August 2015
California State Assembly May 2013 - June 2014
Kevin McCarty for State Assembly 2014 - 2014
California State Senate December 2012 - April 2013
California State Assembly June 2011 - November 2012
Richard Holober for San Mateo County Supervisor April 2011 - May 2011
Alyson Huber for State Assembly July 2010 - November 2010
Sloat Higgins Jensen & Associates February 2008 - September 2008
California State Assembly February 2007 - February 2008
Skills
Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Political Campaigns, Grassroots Organizing, Legislation, Coalitions, Legislative Research, Political Consulting, Constituent Services, Politics, Legislative Affairs, Political Communication, Policy Analysis, State Government, Public Affairs, Political Science, Policy Research, Governmental Affairs, Political Management, Political Strategy, Legislative Policy, GOTV, Community Organizing, Message Development, Community Theatre, Musical Theatre, Stage Management, Performing Arts, Piano Playing, Grassroots
Education
University of Southern California - Sol Price School of Public Policy 2015 — 2017
Master’s Degree, Public Administration
California State University-Sacramento 2004 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
Sierra College 2001 — 2003
Associate of Science (A.S.), Social Sciences
Sierra College 2001 — 2003
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Evans Strategic Solutions May 2015 - Present
O'Brien Watters & Davis, LLP December 2014 - Present
Judicial Council of California January 2011 - December 2014
California State Senate December 2010 - December 2014
California Coastal Conservancy 2011 - 2014
California Commission on the Status of Women 2010 - 2014
California State Assembly December 2004 - December 2010
City of Santa Rosa November 1996 - November 2004
Lanahan & Reilley LLP 2001 - 2004
City of Santa Rosa 1993 - 1996
Skills
Land Use, Government affairs, Wine, Construction, Environmental Issues, General civil appeals..., Alternative Dispute..., Appeals, Civil Litigation, CEQA, Strategic Planning
Education
University of the Pacific - McGeorge School of Law 1978 — 1981
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
California State University-Sacramento
Bachelor's Degree, Political Science and Government
Southern California Gas Company February 2012 - Present
California State Senate February 2009 - Present
Tom Torlakson Education Transition January 2001 - Present
Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce January 2011 - January 2012
Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce January 2001 - January 2012
Office of Senator Gilbert Cedillo February 2009 - March 2011
Office of Assembly Speaker Fabian Nunez May 2006 - December 2009
California State Assembly May 2006 - February 2009
Skills
Marketing Communications, Strategic Planning, Community Development, Program Development, Legislative Relations, Public Affairs, Economic Development, Capacity Building, Government, Legal Writing, Coalitions, Facebook, Grant Writing, Community Organizing, Grassroots Organizing, Strategic Communications, Social Networking, Policy, Grants, Event Management, Leadership
Education
California State University-Long Beach 2003 — 2005
B.S., Criminal Justice/Political Science
California State Senate April 2015 - Present
California Healthcare Institute July 2012 - March 2015
California State Assembly 2008 - 2012
California State Assembly 2006 - 2008
Skills
Coalitions, Legislative Relations, Political Campaigns, Public Relations, Legislation, Public Speaking, State Government, Legislative Research, Politics
Education
California State University-Sacramento 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
California State University-Sacramento
Bachelor's degree, Political Science and Government
California State Senate February 2009 - Present
California State Senate December 2004 - February 2009
Skills
Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Legislation, Political Consulting, Grassroots, Legislative Research, Leadership, Public Affairs, Policy, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Political Science, Political Communication, Public Speaking
Education
CSU Sacramento 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
Destiny Arts Center January 2011 - Present
Excelsior Action Group January 2007 - December 2010
Bernal Heights Neighborhood Center- ENCoRe September 2003 - December 2006
California State Senate 2002 - 2003
Skills
Fundraising, Public Policy, Administration, Executive Management, Non-profits, Community Development, Grant Writing, Policy Analysis, Public Speaking, Community Organizing, Public Relations, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Economic Development, Event Planning, Government, Spanish, Social Media, Coalition Building, Coalitions, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, System Administration, Grants, Budgets, Leadership Development, Leadership, Program Management, Program Development, Organizational..., Training, Strategy, Program Evaluation, Philanthropy, Teaching, Youth Development, Policy, Workshop Facilitation, Non-profit..., Politics
Education
University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business 2015 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
University of California, Berkeley 2000 — 2002
B.A., Political Science
City College of San Francisco 1997 — 2000
AA, History
Abraham Lincoln High School 1992 — 1994
California State Senate March 2014 - Present
California State Senate February 2012 - March 2014
Starbucks Coffee Company November 2009 - January 2012
Public Storage July 2006 - August 2009
Infineon Technologies October 2007 - June 2009
Safeway July 2000 - September 2005
Skills
Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Management, Event Planning, Administrative..., Facebook, Analysis, Microsoft Word, Research, Customer Service
Education
California State University-Sacramento 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (BA), History
Santa Clara University 2005 — 2006
Psychology
Golden Gate University January 2008 - Present
Longman/Pearson Publishing January 2008 - Present
Political & Communications Consultant January 2001 - Present
California State Senate July 2006 - December 2012
CA State Assembly 1999 - 2001
D's Brew Pub, Cafe Sarahs, Awful Annies 1993 - 2000
Skills
Politics, Strategic Communications, Public Policy, Legislative, Policy
Education
Golden Gate University 2003 — 2005
MPA, Public Administration & Policy
California State University-Sacramento 1999 — 2001
BA, Government
University of Koln 1992 — 1992
Linguistics
John Rodriguez Insurance Agency October 2014 - Present
National Federation of Independent Business May 2014 - July 2014
Patterson Irrigator May 2011 - May 2014
Goehring for Congress March 2010 - June 2010
Nick Rappley Communications December 2009 - June 2010
California State Assembly September 2009 - February 2010
California State Senate December 2002 - December 2005
Turlock Journal January 2001 - December 2002
Ceres Courier November 1999 - March 2001
Manteca Bulletin June 2000 - December 2000
Skills
Political Campaigns, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Politics, Public Affairs, Public Relations, Speech Writing, Press Releases, Public Policy, Message Development, Crisis Communications, Social Media, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Community Outreach
Education
Central Michigan University 1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Applied Arts, Broadcasting and Journalism
Elizabeth Ann Johnson High School, Mount Morris, MI 1985 — 1989
Diploma, College Prep
UC Davis April 2014 - Present
UC Davis September 2011 - April 2014
California State Senate, Office of Senator Dutton December 2008 - September 2011
California State Senate January 2007 - December 2008
California Department of Finance July 2004 - January 2007
City of New York / Parks and Recreation January 2000 - June 2001
Skills
Health Policy, Public Policy, Managed Care, Coalitions, Data Analysis, Economic Development, Grassroots Organizing, Legislation, Legislative Relations, Legislative Research, Medicaid, Policy, Policy Analysis, Political Campaigns, Politics, Program Development
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2001 — 2003
Masters, Public Policy
Colgate University 1995 — 1999
BS, Economics
Berkshire School 1991 — 1995
High School
California State Senate April 2013 - Present
United States District Court, Northern District of California June 2012 - April 2013
The Catholic University of America August 2007 - December 2009
Department of the Interior October 2003 - August 2007
U.S. Coast Guard June 1998 - June 2006
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2000 — 2003
California State University-Long Beach 1995 — 2000
The Catholic University of America
California State Senate January 2008 - Present
State of California, Department of Finance December 2004 - January 2008
Great American Mortgage January 2004 - October 2005
Skills
Administration, Analysis, Budgets, Fiscal Policy, Government, Legislation, Legislative Relations, Marketing Strategy, Policy, Policy Analysis, Politics, Public Administration, Public Policy
Education
California State University-Sacramento 1998 — 2000
MBA, Business Administration
California State University-Sacramento 1991 — 1997
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration (Strategic Management)
U.S. Department of State September 2013 - Present
Nelson Family of Companies June 2012 - July 2013
Nelson Family of Companies January 2012 - June 2012
Watson Realty Corp. May 2010 - May 2011
World Relief January 2010 - May 2010
LandMar Group September 2008 - May 2010
Amelia Island Plantation February 2008 - September 2008
State of California, Dept. of Boating and Waterways October 2004 - June 2006
California State Senate June 2000 - May 2004
Skills
Data Entry, Marketing, Research, Sales, Event Planning, Social Networking, Social Media, Public Speaking, Recruiting, Property Management, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Fundraising, Microsoft Excel, Event Management, Customer Service, Applicant Tracking..., Onboarding, Interviews, Management, Leadership, Microsoft Office
Education
University of North Florida 2008 — 2010
Master of Public Administration (MPA), Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
California State University-Sacramento 2004 — 2007
BS, Political Science and Government
Semester at Sea 2005 — 2005
Global Studies
Sheldon High School 2000 — 2003
Explo 2002
New Venture Management Corporation January 2013 - Present
Entrepreneur October 2009 - December 2012
Venture Services Corporation October 2004 - October 2009
Nevada Green, LLC February 2006 - October 2008
Compliance Consulting, LLC October 2005 - October 2008
Venture Development Company November 1998 - October 2004
California State Senate February 1994 - November 1998
Clyde's Retail Electronics January 1996 - December 1996
Skills
Small Business, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Business Planning, Business Management, Change Management, Government Liaison, Inventory Management, Leadership Development, Mentoring, Non-profits, Operations Management, Organizational..., Team Management, Vendor Management, Sales Process, Sales Operations
Education
California State University-Sacramento 1987 — 1994
Bachelor's, Political Science
United States Marine Corps. 1988 — 1993
Non-commissioned officer
University of California, Berkeley 1984 — 1987
Physics
California State Senate May 2015 - Present
San Diego Habitat for Humanity August 2014 - April 2015
NYC Department of Design and Construction November 2013 - April 2014
SRBI April 2012 - November 2013
New York City Economic Development Corporation September 2011 - December 2011
NYC Mayor's Office of Contract Services (MOCS) May 2011 - August 2011
Jews for Racial and Economic Justice April 2010 - May 2011
Masa Israel Post College August 2008 - July 2009
Union for Reform Judaism May 2008 - August 2008
New York University April 2006 - August 2008
Skills
Program Development, Research, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Teaching, SPSS, Budgeting, Data Analysis, Problem Solving, Community Organizing, Community Development, SketchUp, Photoshop, Affordable Housing, Economic Development, Public Participation, Compliance, CRA, Policy Analysis, Grant Writing, Nonprofits, Workshop Facilitation, Analysis, Public Policy, Urban Planning
Education
City University of New York-Hunter College 2010 — 2012
Master, Urban Planning
New York University, College of Arts and Science 2005 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Metropolitan Studies, Politics
New York University, Global Programs 2005 — 2005
London, UK
Brooke Charter Schools August 2013 - Present
Brooke Charter Schools August 2013 - Present
Nea Community Learning Center January 2011 - July 2013
Community Clinic Consortium July 2008 - June 2010
California State Senate October 2002 - July 2007
Skills
Teaching, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Tutoring, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Research, Non-profits, Classroom, Journalism
Education
Claremont McKenna College 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Literature
University of York
Norcal US Lacrosse Chapter 2015 - Present
Atwell Media Services January 2002 - Present
Obie Media Inc. 1996 - 2002
California State Senate January 1993 - June 1995
Skills
Advertising, Management, Marketing, Digital Media, Media Planning, Outdoor Advertising, Trade Shows, Corporate Branding, Brand Development, Budgets, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Mobile Devices, Online Advertising, Public Relations, Sales Management, Marketing Communications, Sales, Direct Marketing, Account Management
Education
New York Institute of Finance 2010 — 2011
Certificate Program, Global Economy & Wealth Management
California State University-Sacramento 1988 — 1992
BA, Political Science, Minor Economics
QED Sightsinging June 2011 - Present
California State Senate 2012 - 2013
California State Senate 2012 - 2013
QED Editing & Proofreading April 1998 - November 2012
Carol Liu for State Senate 2012 2012 - 2012
Steve Madison for City Council 2011 - 2011
United Democratic Headquarters August 2010 - November 2010
Veterans Resource Center, Pasadena City College 2010 - 2010
Canada Crescenta Democratic Club 2009 - 2010
Organizing for America 2008 - 2008
Skills
Strategy, Leadership, Management, Training, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Project Management, Analysis, Editing, Project Planning, Policy, Team Building, Recruiting, Integration, Budgets, Political Campaigns, Politics, Coaching, Analytics, Time Management
Education
California State University-Northridge
BS, Applied Mathematics
Drexel University
computer science, electrical engineering
State of California December 2013 - Present
Support for Home August 2013 - December 2013
Pioneer House March 2011 - August 2013
California State Senate October 2008 - November 2010
California Charter Schools Association June 2007 - October 2008
Los Angeles Unified School District May 2006 - June 2007
Congresswoman Hilda L. Solis April 2003 - May 2006
Skills
Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Community Relations, Networking, Marketing, Non-profits, Advertising, Management, Legislative Experience, Policy Analysis, Campaign Experience, Newsletter Production, Internal and External..., Experience with local,..., Political Campaigns, State Politics, Legislative Relations, Constituent Relations, Building Coalitions, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Leadership, Nonprofits, Research, Social Media, Government, Community Development, Politics, Speech Writing, Strategic Communications, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Coalitions, Grassroots Organizing, Fundraising, Public Affairs, Legislation, Media Relations, Event Management, Political Consulting, Crisis Communications, Grant Writing, Grants, Volunteer Management, Press Releases, Community Organizing, Political Communication, Message Development, Newsletters, Economic Development
Education
California State University-Los Angeles 2006 — 2009
Master of Arts, Political Science/ International Relations
University of Southern California 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts, International Relations
Henry J. Kaiser High School 1993 — 1997
High School Diploma, High School Diploma
California State Senate December 2014 - Present
Republican Party of Orange County August 2014 - September 2015
County of Orange May 2013 - December 2014
California State Assembly December 2006 - January 2013
California Republican Party June 2006 - January 2007
Republican Party of Orange County June 2006 - January 2007
Silva for State Assembly December 2005 - June 2006
Republican National Committee April 2004 - February 2005
Irvine Valley College April 2003 - April 2004
Arnold Schwarzenegger for Governor September 2003 - October 2003
Skills
Politics, Non-profits, Public Relations, Management, Campaigns, Budgets, Local Government, Political Campaigns, Coalitions, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Research, Community Outreach, Event Management, Strategic Planning, Community Development, Nonprofits, Government, Policy, Social Networking, Political Communication, Leadership, Grassroots Organizing, Program Development, Volunteer Management, Public Policy, Human Resources, Strategy, Legislative Relations, Political Consulting, Proposal Writing, Policy Analysis, Strategic Communications, Legislation, State Government, Speech Writing, Public Affairs, Media Relations, Political Science, Legislative Research, Grants, Public Administration, Crisis Communications, Community Organizing, Economic Development, Grant Writing, Project Planning, Message Development, Federal Government
Education
Chapman University
BA, Criminal Justice
Orange Coast College
AA, General Studies
Multiple magazines, newspapers and radio outlets January 2014 - Present
The Orange County Register July 1994 - January 2014
The Orange County Register May 1989 - July 1994
The Orange County Register August 1987 - May 1989
The Pittsburgh Press February 1985 - September 1987
California State Senate 1981 - 1982
Skills
Journalism, Storytelling, Editing, Newspapers, Creative Writing, Video, Digital Photography, Image Editing, Politics, AP Style, News Writing, Feature Articles, Publications, Media Relations, Online Journalism, Breaking News, Editorial, Copy Editing, Headline Writing, Magazines, Investigative Reporting, Web Content, Travel Writing, Fact-checking, Blogging, New Media, Freelance Writing, Ap Style, Newspaper, Photojournalism, Adventure Travel, Military Affairs, Online Travel, Visual Storytelling, Writing, Press Releases, Copywriting, Social Media, Public Relations, Publishing, Newsletters
Education
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism 1983 — 1984
M.S., Journalism
California State University-Long Beach 1981 — 1983
B.S., Psychology
University of California, Berkeley 1976 — 1981
B.A., History
California Department of Justice August 2013 - Present
Department of Justice August 2012 - August 2013
California Department of Justice February 2013 - July 2013
California Department of Justice May 2007 - August 2012
California State Treasurer's office January 2007 - May 2007
California Department of Justice December 1998 - January 2007
President pro Tempore, California State Senate January 1996 - November 1998
California State Senate February 1991 - December 1995
Skills
Administration, Project Management, Project Planning, Analysis, Community Outreach, Government, Human Resources, Management, Policy, Policy Analysis, Program Management, Public Policy, Recruiting, Public Speaking, Budgets, Nonprofits, Politics
Education
Bella Vista High School
California State University-Sacramento
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Accounting
Revolvis Consulting May 2013 - Present
California State Senate March 2012 - April 2013
CRP January 2008 - January 2010
Skills
Legislative Relations, Media Relations, Politics, Broadcast, Political Science, Grassroots Organizing, Political Consulting, Public Policy, New Media, Political Campaigns, Community Development, Spokesperson, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Legislation, Blogging, Television, Campaigns, Strategic Communications, Spanish, Public Affairs, Coalitions, Government, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Policy Analysis, Grassroots, Communication, Organizational...
Education
California State University-Los Angeles
Bachelor of Science (BS), Political Science and Government
Law Offices September 2014 - Present
Office of the City Attorney, Los Angeles July 2013 - December 2013
Superior Court of California June 2012 - May 2013
Tax Appeals Assistance Program, Board of Equalization May 2012 - August 2012
Service Employees Union International Local 1000 April 2010 - August 2011
Council District 2, City of Los Angeles December 2008 - April 2010
California State Senate June 2008 - December 2008
Office of Councilmember Jose Huizar, City of Los Angeles October 2007 - August 2008
Office of Board Supervisor Gloria Molina, County of Los Angeles 2004 - 2007
Gateway Cities Partnership 2000 - 2007
Skills
Legal Research and..., Public Policy, Politics, Policy, Community Development, Policy Analysis, Public Administration, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Economic Development, Government, Grants, Urban Planning, Local Government, Grant Writing, Program Development, Community Organizing, Fundraising, Program Evaluation
Education
Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University 2011 — 2014
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Civil Litigation Concentration, 3L
University of Southern California 2001 — 2002
MPA, Public Admin
California State University-Los Angeles 1998 — 2001
BA, Sociology
Americans For Prosperity Foundation November 2011 - May 2014
California State Senate 1999 - 2002
California State Senate 1999 - 1999
Dan Lungren for Governor February 1997 - December 1998
Skills
Public Speaking, Leadership Development, Non-profits, Organizational..., Event Planning, Community Outreach, Leadership, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Team Building, Fundraising, Strategic Planning, Teaching, Government, Event Management, Human Resources, Management Consulting, Marketing, Nonprofits, Policy, Public Policy, Recruiting, Research, Social Media, Training
Education
California State University-Long Beach 1994 — 1997
Bauman College, Nutrition
Central Basin Municipal Water District October 2013 - Present
Central Basin Municipal Water District March 2013 - October 2013
Central Basin Municipal Water District December 2010 - February 2013
California State Assembly December 2006 - November 2010
California State Senate March 2006 - December 2006
University of Southern California Annenberg School of Communications August 2005 - November 2005
Pat Brown Institute of Public Affairs August 2004 - August 2005
Skills
Government Relations, Media Relations, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Strategic Communications, Policy, Politics, Press Releases, Government, Strategy, Leadership, Legislative Relations, Policy Analysis, Management, Public Relations, Political Campaigns, Event Planning, Corporate Communications, Nonprofits, Crisis Communications, Newsletters, Legislation
Education
University of Southern California 2005 — 2007
Master of Arts, Communication Management
California State University-Los Angeles 1999 — 2004
B.S, Business Administration
Senate Republican Caucus January 2010 - Present
Senator Dave Cox 2002 - January 2010
California State Senate 2002 - 2010
California State Assembly 1999 - 2002
Skills
Public Policy, Legislative Relations, Legislation, Coalitions
Education
Claremont McKenna College 1975 — 1979
Anderson Wireless Site Acquisition November 2010 - Present
Complete Wireless Consulting October 2007 - November 2010
California State Assembly 2006 - 2007
California Victory '06 2006 - 2006
California State Senate 2005 - 2006
Education
California State University Sacramento 2003 — 2005
BA, Government
California State Senate December 2014 - Present
California State Assembly December 2013 - Present
JPM&M, Inc. August 2012 - April 2013
California State Assembly January 2011 - August 2012
California Chamber of Commerce March 2008 - January 2011
California Postsecondary Education Commission January 2008 - March 2008
Public Employee's Benefits Commission September 2007 - December 2007
Sound In Motion DJ's & Video April 2003 - May 2006
Skills
Legislative Relations, Legislation, Coalitions, Legislative Research, Public Policy, Political Campaigns, Non-profits, Grassroots Organizing, Political Consulting, Legislative Affairs, Politics, Nonprofits, Policy Analysis, Public Affairs, Governmental Affairs, State Government, Constituent Services, Policy, Local Government, Political Communication, Crisis Management, Speech Writing, Public Administration, Policy Research, Government, Legal Research, Writing, Leadership, Management, Government Relations, Elections, Political Science, Community Organizing, Strategic Communications, Economic Development, Community Outreach, Energy Policy, Grassroots
Education
University of the Pacific - McGeorge School of Law 2011 — 2014
Doctor of Law (J.D.), (Water, California Land Use, Technology)
California State University-Sacramento 2007 — 2011
Master of Public Policy & Administration (M.P.P.A.), (Water, California Land Use, Technology)
University of California, Santa Cruz 2001 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Politics (American Institutions) & Legal Studies (International)
California State Parks Foundation June 2005 - Present
Blue Shield of California 2004 - 2005
California Tobacco Control Alliance 2001 - 2004
California State Senate 1996 - 1999
Skills
Product Management, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Environmental Policy, Grants, Fundraising, Policy, Community Outreach, Government, Policy Analysis, Crisis Communications, Grant Writing, Non-profits, Community Development, Message Development, Nonprofits
Education
California State University-Sacramento 2002 — 2006
MPPA, Public Policy & Administration
University of California, San Diego 1992 — 1995
BA, Political Science
California Department of Consumer Affairs November 2014 - Present
Ascension Dance, Inc 2007 - Present
Platinum Advisors 2006 - November 2014
California State Senate 2003 - 2006
American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees June 2001 - August 2003
Skills
Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Governmental Affairs, Nonprofits, Coalitions, Public Policy, Politics, Policy Analysis, Political Campaigns, Government, Legislation, Legislative Research, Policy, Strategic Communications, Legislative Affairs, Public Affairs, Political Science, Political Consulting, State Government
Education
University of San Francisco 2005 — 2007
M.A., Public Administration
California State University-Sacramento 1999 — 2003
B.A., Government and Minor in Intercultural/International Communication
City of Huntington Park March 2015 - Present
U.S. House of Representatives January 2013 - Present
City of Huntington Park October 2012 - October 2013
California State Senate August 2012 - December 2012
California State Assembly August 2011 - July 2012
City of Huntington Park April 2011 - September 2011
Ground Campaigns December 2010 - March 2011
Bank of America October 2007 - July 2010
Goodyear January 2005 - October 2007
Skills
Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Event Planning, Public Relations, Research, Social Media, Customer Service, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Community Outreach, Public Policy, Business Management, Renewable Energy, Campaign Management, Political Campaigns, Local Government, Management, Policy Analysis
Education
University of Redlands 2008 — 2009
Masters, Business Management
Cal State San Bernardino 2002 — 2007
BA, Public Administrations
Bell High School 1998 — 2002
Self Employed April 2015 - Present
Fehr & Peers May 2014 - October 2014
Wild4life January 2013 - March 2014
DiaalNews.com January 2012 - January 2013
Turner Construction May 2011 - December 2011
Sacramento Regional Transit August 2007 - April 2010
Defenders of Wildlife August 2005 - February 2007
Port of Oakland April 2001 - April 2005
US Census Bureau January 1998 - January 2000
California State Senate January 1994 - January 1996
Skills
Non-profits, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Writing, Video Production, Local Government, Editing, Presentations, Publicity, Public Sector, Project Management, Project Coordination, Proposal Writing, Microsoft Word, Photoshop, Digital Photography, Newsletters, Events, Event Management, Event Planning, Coordinating Events, Booths, PowerPoint, Speech Writing, Press Releases, Social Media, Community Outreach, Management, Nonprofits, Research, Strategic Planning
Education
California State University-Sacramento 1992 — 1993
B.A., Government-Journalism
Contra Costa Community College 1987 — 1989
A.A, Journalism, General Education
California State Senate December 2008 - Present
California Cable Television Association May 1981 - July 2008
California State Assembly November 1976 - November 1980
American Learning Corporation July 1971 - November 1976
Fountain Valley School District July 1970 - June 1972
Earlimart School Disrict March 1968 - July 1970
Long Beach Unified School District August 1964 - March 1968
Education
University of Southern California 1966 — 1968
MS, Educational Administration
California State University-Long Beach 1960 — 1962
BA, Elementary Education
El Camino College 1958 — 1960
AA, Music/ Elementary Education
California State Senate January 2010 - Present
California State Assembly January 2008 - May 2010
City of Los Angeles January 2001 - March 2007
City of Los Angeles January 1993 - July 2001
Skills
Public Policy, Politics, Government, Policy Analysis, Community Outreach, Research, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Public Affairs, Public Administration
Education
California State University-Northridge 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
Armenian Mesrobian School 1980 — 1989
Hunt Pacific Management Corporation March 2009 - Present
Savage Real Estate 2007 - 2011
Career Strategies - Vendor January 2009 - March 2009
Pinnacle - AMS December 2007 - January 2009
Western National Group December 2004 - December 2007
California State Senate 2003 - 2004
Essex Property Trust July 1995 - June 1999
Skills
Team Building, Customer Service, Leases, Apartments, Budgets, Asset Managment, Leadership, Yardi, Property Management, Real Estate, Fair Housing, Sales, AMSI, Accounting, Advertising, Affordable Housing, Asset Management, Commercial Real Estate, Brokerage, Construction, Contract Negotiation, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Retention, Disposition, Due Diligence, Facilities Management, Finance, Financial Analysis, Investment Properties, LIHTC, Landlords, Lease Administration, Lease Negotiations, Management, Market Analysis, Market Research, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Office, Negotiation, New Business Development, OneSite, Online Marketing, Process Scheduler, Program Management, Project Management, Property, Real Estate Development, Real Estate Economics, Real Estate Transactions
Education
Institute of Real Estate Management
C.P.M. - Courses in Progress, Property Management
Institute of Real Estate Management 2010 — 2011
ARM, Property Management
California State University-Long Beach 2002 — 2004
BA, Political Science - Public Administration
Long Beach City College 2000 — 2001
Academic Transfer to CSULB
Eastmont High School 1988 — 1991
Diploma
California State Senate March 2011 - Present
LifeVantage 2013 - 2015
California State Senate December 2002 - March 2011
CA State Assembly May 1993 - December 2002
Skills
Political Campaigns, Nonprofits, Program Development, Coalitions, Conflict Resolution, Public Policy, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Legislative Relations, Politics, Legislation, Community Outreach, Policy Analysis, Government, Constituent Services, Public Speaking, Legislative Affairs, Mediation, Legal Writing, Policy, Legislative Research, Community Development, Speech Writing, Fundraising
Education
Chapman University 1993 — 1996
Sociology
California State Senate February 2012 - Present
California State Senate November 2010 - February 2012
Skills
Legislative Research, Public Policy, Politics, Policy Analysis, Community Outreach, Government, Legislative Relations, Coalitions, Political Campaigns, Grassroots Organizing, Grassroots
Education
California State University-Sacramento 2010 — 2011
University of California, Los Angeles 2006 — 2010
BA, Political Science, Public Policy
Nissan of Yuba City August 2015 - Present
Boerboel Foundation November 2014 - August 2015
California Department of Health Services January 2014 - August 2014
California State Senate January 2010 - July 2010
Magnussen Dealership Group October 2006 - February 2008
Bache Exotic Auto Boutique December 2004 - October 2006
Dealer Services 123 January 2004 - October 2004
Skills
Sales Management, Public Speaking, Contract Negotiation, Corporate Governance, Corporate Social..., Business Strategy, Government, Budgets, Financial Accounting, Corporate Finance, Financial Analysis, Microfinance, Aquaculture, Research, Marketing, New Media, Training, South America, Asia Pacific, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Windows, Outlook, Strategic Planning, Management, Program Management, Project Management, CRM, Sales, Business Planning, Policy, Marketing Strategy, Process Improvement, Negotiation, Insurance, Analysis, Advertising, Teamwork, Community Outreach, Leadership, Data Analysis, Editing, Inventory Management, Accounting, Nonprofits, Public Relations, Team Building
Education
Saint Mary's College of California 2012 — 2013
Master's Degree, Trans-Global Management
CSU Sacramento 2009 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government, 3.66
Heald College-Roseville 2008 — 2009
Associate of Arts (AA), Business, 4.0
California Department of Public Health October 2013 - Present
California School Boards Association September 2009 - October 2013
Masters in Governance California School Boards Association November 2004 - September 2009
Kindercare Learning Center August 2003 - September 2004
California State Senate June 2003 - September 2004
The Child Day School September 1999 - May 2003
Skills
Community Outreach, Research, Legislation, Legislative Relations, Leadership, Non-profits, Government, Politics, Nonprofits, Grassroots Organizing, Public Policy, Program Development, Analysis, Program Evaluation, Training, Event Planning, Community Development, Volunteer Management, Leadership Development, Program Management, Management, Workshop Facilitation, Event Management, Local Government, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Organizational..., Newsletters, Grants
Education
California State University-Sacramento 2009 — 2011
Masters of Arts, Public Policy and Administration
Saint Mary's College of California 1999 — 2003
BA, Politics (major), Sociology (minor)
Cordova High School 1994 — 1999
General Diploma
City of Folsom November 2012 - Present
City of Folsom June 2012 - November 2012
City of Folsom July 2005 - June 2012
City of Sacramento September 1991 - July 1992
California State Senate January 1989 - September 1989
Education
California State University-Sacramento 1983 — 1989
B.S., Business Administration -Land Use
Middlesex Polytechnic, Trent Park London 1987 — 1987
Social Science
KPFA Radio June 2014 - Present
RadioCamp LLC June 2010 - Present
Planned Parenthood Mar Monte November 1997 - January 2000
California State Senate February 1996 - November 1997
Skills
Media Relations, Public Relations, Digital Audio, Social Media, Copywriting, Earned Media, Radio Host, Public Broadcasting, Spanish-speaking, Translation
Education
CSU East Bay 1993 — 1996
MPA, Organizational Management
CSU Sacramento 1980 — 1981
BA, Theatre/Theater
CIRE Public Affairs March 2014 - Present
California Department of Veterans Affairs August 2011 - January 2014
California State Senate December 2010 - July 2011
California State Assembly - Veterans Affairs Committee February 2007 - December 2010
US Army July 1991 - July 1994
Skills
Analysis, Change Management, Coalitions, Community Development, Community Organizing, Community Outreach, Conflict Resolution, Crisis Communications
Education
CSU Sacramento 1997 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
U.S. House of Representatives January 2014 - Present
U.S. House of Representatives January 2013 - Present
California State Senate January 2009 - January 2013
City of Los Angeles June 2008 - December 2008
Eastern Group Publications June 2007 - June 2008
Skills
Public Policy, Community Outreach, Political Campaigns, Grassroots Organizing, Coalitions, Legislative Relations, Politics, Political Consulting, Public Affairs, Policy Analysis, Political Communication, Strategic Communications, Community Organizing, Legislation, Community Development, Message Development, Constituent..., Constituent Services, Grassroots
Education
California State University-Los Angeles 2009 — 2011
M.A, Latin American Studies
California State University-Northridge 2004 — 2006
B.A, Journalism
United States Army February 2012 - Present
California Department of Justice July 2013 - August 2014
Law Offices of Mark D. Poniatowski Professional Corporation August 2011 - June 2013
U.S. Attorney's Office, Civil Division, San Jose January 2010 - May 2010
The Judge Advocate General Legal Center and School, Charlottesville, VA June 2009 - August 2009
Fitzgerald Abbott & Beardsley LLP September 2007 - August 2008
Gronowski Law Offices LLP July 2006 - May 2008
Law Offices of Mark D. Poniatowski Professional Corporation June 2004 - September 2007
California State Senate January 2004 - May 2004
Education
Santa Clara University School of Law 2008 — 2011
J.D., Law
California State University-Sacramento 2004 — 2007
M.A., International Affairs
Santa Clara University 1999 — 2003
B.S., Political Science
Genentech October 2014 - Present
California State Senate May 2013 - September 2014
Torres for Senate 2013 November 2012 - May 2013
JC Political Consulting May 2012 - October 2012
California State Assembly January 2011 - May 2012
Hernandez for Assembly 2010 January 2010 - December 2010
Skills
Government, Political Communication, Political Campaigns, Community Outreach, Policy Analysis, Public Relations, Political Consulting, Event Planning, Public Policy, Research, Grassroots Organizing, Legislative Relations, Nonprofits, Politics, Coalitions, Policy, Legislation, Media Relations, Leadership, Management, Strategic Communications, Public Speaking
Education
California State University-Sacramento
B.A., Government & Chicano-Latino Studies
California State Senate December 2014 - Present
California Council on Science and Technology November 2013 - November 2014
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory June 2005 - May 2013
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory July 2012 - April 2013
University of California, Berkeley August 2002 - June 2005
Claremont McKenna College September 2001 - May 2002
Harvey Mudd College June 2001 - May 2002
Claremont McKenna College September 1999 - May 2002
Scripps College May 2000 - August 2000
Skills
Biochemistry, Biofuels, Chemistry, Microbiology, Protein Purification, Scientific Writing, Data Analysis, Public Policy, Legislative Research, Legislative Affairs, State Government, Research, Policy Analysis, Policy, Analysis
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2002 — 2013
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Chemistry
Claremont McKenna College 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Chemistry
California State Senate January 2011 - Present
California State Senate December 2008 - January 2011
California Emergency Management Agency August 2008 - December 2008
California State Assembly October 2007 - August 2008
Office of National Drug Control Policy June 2006 - September 2006
Skills
Legislative Relations, Legislation, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Coalitions, Political Campaigns, Community Outreach, Grassroots Organizing, Government, Politics, Policy, Strategic Communications, Legislative Research, Political Science, Legislative Affairs, Public Speaking, Media Relations, Constituent Services, Political Consulting, Appropriations, Speech Writing, Political Communication, International Relations, Policy Research, Community Development, Legislative Policy, Public Affairs, State Government, Economic Development, Energy Policy, Environmental Policy, Legal Research, Public Administration, Constituent Relations, Legal Writing, Local Government, Congressional Affairs, Community Organizing, Governmental Affairs
Education
California State University-Sacramento 2008 — 2011
MPPA, Master of Public Policy and Administration
UC Irvine 2003 — 2007
B.A., Double Major: Political Science & Criminology, Law, and Society. Minor Educational Studies
Gilroy High School 1999 — 2003
Sony Pictures Entertainment February 2006 - Present
California State Senate March 2003 - February 2006
Education
Colby College
Pacific World Cosmetics September 2013 - Present
IQinVision January 2011 - Present
Pacific World Cosmetics 2012 - 2013
California State Senate 2009 - 2010
Automobile Club of Southern California 2005 - 2010
Education
California State University-Fullerton 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Public Relations/Image Management
Realty Capital Securities October 2013 - Present
Realty Capital Securities March 2013 - October 2013
ShopMedicareRates.com October 2012 - March 2013
MetLife October 2010 - October 2012
California State Senate May 2009 - October 2010
LPL Financial August 2006 - May 2009
Verizon Wireless June 2000 - August 2006
Skills
Series 7, Series 63, Operational Efficiency, Marketing, Mobile Technology, Medicare, Variable Annuities, Retirement Planning, Mutual Funds, Sales Operations, Relationship Management, REIT, BDCs, Life Insurance, Health Insurance
Education
Chapman University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
Aerojet Rocketdyne May 2014 - Present
Cordova Casino July 2013 - May 2014
Marriott International June 2012 - April 2013
Marriott International October 2011 - June 2012
Marriott International February 2011 - October 2011
California State Senate April 2008 - December 2010
Bank of America February 2004 - March 2008
United States Marine Corps January 2000 - January 2004
Skills
Security, Customer Service, Loss Prevention, Training, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Team Leadership, Policy, Inventory Management, Team Building, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Physical Security, Leadership Development, Operations Management
Education
California State University-Sacramento 2008 — 2010
almost Bachelors, Sociology
Sacramento City College 2004 — 2008
Associate of Arts (AA), Social Sciences
California State Senate Office of Floor Analyses January 2013 - December 2014
California State Senate January 2008 - January 2012
Office of Assemblywoman Gloria Negrete McLeod August 2000 - December 2007
Education
California State University-Sacramento 2000 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
Sacramento City College 1996 — 1999
California State Senate January 2000 - Present
Education
California State University-Sacramento 1995 — 1997
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Political Science and Government