Citizens League
Industry: Think tank
DescriptionThe Citizens League is a nonpartisan think tank based in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area of Minnesota. It was established in 1952 as a good government advocacy and policy group. The first Citizens League board of directors was elected on February 14, 1952; the League's first president was Stuart Leck. Expenses: 831,416 USD Headquarters: Saint Paul, MN Motto: Recommending and advancing creative solutions to policy problems. Revenue: 1.051 million USD Founded: 1952FeedbackClaim this knowledge panel Knowledge ResultSee photos See outsideMoved, closed, or was never hereReportCitizens LeagueWebsiteDirections Saved (0) Saved Save Non-profit organization in Saint Paul, Minnesota Address: 1820, 400 Robert St N, St Paul, MN 55101 Phone: (651) 293-0575: Website: Hours: Category: : : Place name: : : : Website: https://citizensleague.org/ Category: Non-Profit Organization Suggest an editUnable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo. Unable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo.Add missing informationAdd business hours Unable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo. Questions & answers Ask a question See all questions (1)
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Citizens League Employees
BI WORLDWIDE March 2015 - Present
Citizens League October 2013 - Present
Alondra Cano for City Council July 2013 - October 2013
Fiduciary Counselling Inc. December 2012 - September 2013
Minnesotans United for All Families March 2012 - November 2012
Citizens League February 2010 - March 2012
University of Minnesota, Office of Student and Community Relations September 2008 - November 2011
Skills
Public Policy, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Public Relations, Political Campaigns, Public Speaking, Policy Analysis, Strategic Communications, Non-profits, Leadership Development, Grant Writing, Research, Social Media, HTML, Leadership, Nonprofits
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2007 — 2010
B.A., Political Science
BGM TruNorth Wealth Partners October 2013 - Present
Women's Foundation of Minnesota January 2014 - Present
United Way Women's Leadership Council January 2010 - December 2014
TruNorth May 2012 - October 2013
Citizens League December 2011 - December 2012
JRA Financial Advisors October 2001 - May 2012
Financial Network Investment Corporation, Member SIPC 1999 - May 2012
One Percent Club 2009 - 2010
Word of Peace Lutheran Church November 2006 - January 2009
Financial Planning Association September 2001 - December 2003
Skills
Wealth, Finance, IRAs, Mutual Funds, Financial Planners, Event Management, Investments, Fixed Annuities, Series 63, Investment Strategies, Securities, 401k
Education
Metropolitan State University 2003 — 2012
History
The American College 2003 — 2004
CFP, Financial Planning
brightpeak financial May 2015 - Present
thisisMIDTOWN.org June 2012 - Present
brightpeak financial February 2014 - May 2015
brightpeak financial November 2012 - February 2015
Venture Academy July 2012 - May 2013
City Church August 2008 - June 2012
Citizens League May 2007 - May 2008
University of Minnesota 2005 - 2008
Skills
Non-profits, Public Speaking, Writing, Teaching, Social Media, Team Leadership, Team Building, Teamwork, Strategic Planning, Community, Crisis Management, Adolescent Issues, Church Planting, church, Youth Ministry, Youth Leadership, Strategic Communications, Cross-functional Team..., Change Leadership, Educational Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Market Planning, Social Marketing, Social Entrepreneurship, Corporate Social..., Sales Management, Sales, Social Networking, Church Events, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Leadership, Event Planning, Fundraising, Community Organizing, Youth Development, Community Outreach, Innovation, Youth Mentoring, Community Development, Preaching, Recruiting, Philanthropy, Grant Writing, Civic Engagement, Staff Development, Strategy
Education
Bethel University 2008 — 2012
Master of Divinity (M.Div.), Leadership
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, Leadership
University of Rajasthan 2007 — 2007
SFM Mutual Insurance Company June 2013 - Present
Rolvaag Memorial Library September 2012 - May 2013
Ruth's House of Hope September 2012 - December 2012
Citizens League June 2012 - August 2012
St. Olaf College July 2011 - May 2012
Education
St. Olaf College 2009 — 2013
BA, Sociology, Anthropology, Family Studies
DeLaSalle High School 2005 — 2009
NeuroLeadership Institute February 2015 - Present
Gabriels Technology Solutions July 2014 - Present
Minnesota Department of Transportation July 2012 - June 2014
WWOOF France April 2013 - June 2013
Minnesota Department of Transportation April 2011 - August 2012
Office of MN Governor Mark Dayton January 2011 - April 2011
DFL/Mark Dayton September 2010 - January 2011
Minnesota Senate August 2007 - January 2011
Citizen's League 2007 - 2011
Cass County September 2008 - December 2008
Skills
Public Relations, Event Planning, Government, Public Policy, Project Management, Policy, Leadership, Public Speaking, Project Planning, Press Releases, Management, Editing, Research, Budgets, Training, Politics, Community Outreach, Change Management, Nonprofits, Policy Analysis, Sustainability
Education
The George Washington University 2012 — 2012
Associate's Certificate, Project Management
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2005 — 2007
BA, Political Science
University of Missouri-Columbia 2004 — 2005
Political Science and Government
Guiding Coalition for Health; 100 Million Healthier Lives by 2020 initiative July 2014 - Present
Minnesota Public Health Association June 2014 - Present
Minnesota Public Health Association January 2012 - Present
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Leadership Network LinkedIn group January 2014 - Present
Minnesota Public Health Association representative February 2013 - Present
Citizens League November 2011 - Present
Healthy Minnesota Partnership 2012 - Present
Minnesota Public Health Association May 2014 - May 2015
Community Transformation Grant Statewide Leadership Team 2012 - October 2014
City of Minneapolis September 1987 - June 2012
Skills
Policy Analysis, Public Health, Health Policy, Health Promotion, Research, Community Health, Health Equity, Epidemiology, SPSS, Social Determinants Of..., Community Development, Health Research, Analysis, Health Disparities, Online Advocacy, Public Health Policy, Community Research, Cultural Diversity, Disparities, Survey Methodology, Data Presentation, Local Government, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Community Outreach, Health Literacy, Survey Creation, Social Epidemiology, Stories, Community Involvement, Behavior Change, State Government, Elections, Legislative Tracking, Public Safety, Justice, Neighborhood..., Career Exploration, Social Networking..., Lifelong Learning, Data Collection, Statistics, Databases, Public Health Law, Social Media, Public Policy, Policy, Storytelling, Legislation, Prevention
Education
University of Minnesota School of Public Health 1983 — 1987
Master of Public Health (MPH), Interdisciplinary Studies/Community Health
Gustavus Adolphus College 1974 — 1978
BA, Psychology
Duluth East HS
bfreshproductions January 2005 - Present
Biko Associates December 2012 - Present
Village Voice Media April 2008 - Present
St. Paul Neighborhood Network January 2014 - April 2014
MTV Networks 2012 - 2012
City Pages 2011 - 2012
GRITtv with Laura Flanders 2011 - 2011
Rock the Vote 2008 - 2008
Citizens League 2008 - 2008
Minnesota Women's Political Caucus 2007 - 2008
Skills
Digital Media, Digital Storytelling, Blogging, Editing, Journalism, Social Media, Editorial, Copy Editing, Content Development, Photography, Video Production, Multimedia, Creative Direction, Video, Television, Magazines, Storytelling, Film
Education
St. Catherine University 2005 — 2007
BA, Communication, Women's Studies & Critical Studies of Race and Ethnicity
Minneapolis Community and Technical College 2002 — 2005
AA and Women's Studies Certificate, Liberal Arts
City of Brooklyn Park, MN July 2015 - Present
CAPI USA July 2013 - December 2014
Community Action Against Racism (CAAR) March 2011 - December 2014
"The Shadow War" (premiering APRIL 2014) September 2010 - April 2014
PR, Marketing, Community Engagement and Organizing January 2008 - 2014
Performing Arts September 1997 - 2014
Jordan Area Community Council November 2011 - October 2013
"Draw My Hmong Life" short film 2013 - 2013
- 2005 - 2011
Citizens League March 2009 - October 2010
Skills
Customer Service, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Fundraising, Program Development, HTML, Volunteer Management, Nonprofits, Grants, Grant Writing, Philanthropy, Acting, Event Planning, Performing Arts, Public Administration, Non-profit..., Hmong, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Community Development, Grassroots Organizing, Public Policy, Community Engagement, Board Development, Youth Development, Social Justice, Political Campaigns, Volunteer Recruiting, Community Economic..., Strategic Communications, Program Assessment, Building Community..., Capacity Building, Workshop Development, Copywriting, Workshop Facilitation, Theatre, Web Content Management, Racial Justice, Voter Education, Producing, On-camera Talent, Data Management, Spokesperson, Shamanism, Youth Empowerment, Marketing, Social Media..., Project Management, Event Management
Education
Intermedia Arts/ Creative Community Leadership Institute (CCLI) 2014 — 2014
2014 Fellowship
Central High School
Central High School
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
B.A.
Dorsey & Whitney LLP September 2014 - Present
Minnesota Supreme Court August 2013 - July 2014
University of Minnesota Law School September 2011 - May 2013
Dorsey & Whitney LLP May 2012 - July 2012
St. Paul City Attorney's Office May 2011 - May 2012
Minnesota State Bar Association March 2008 - August 2010
Citizens League March 2006 - March 2008
Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Program Management, Fundraising, Website Management, Board Governance, Mediation, Trials, Politics, Public Policy, Government
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 2010 — 2013
Juris Doctorate, Law, magna cum laude
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
University of Colorado Boulder 2003 — 2005
BA, Political Science
Catholic Charities of St. Paul and Minneapolis January 2015 - Present
National Day One 2008 - Present
Catholic Charities of St. Paul and Minneapolis September 2013 - December 2014
Neighbors United April 2013 - November 2013
Strategic Management Consulting for Non-Profits January 2012 - October 2013
The Public Strategies Group 1991 - September 2013
Citizens League 2012 - 2012
Humphrey School of Public Affairs 2012 - 2012
MN Center for Crime Victim Services January 2000 - March 2001
Skills
Strategy Development, Strategic Planning, Performance Management, Change Management, Executive Coaching, Team Building, Organizational Change, Employee Engagement, Public Sector, Workshop Leader, Strategy, Leadership, Organizational..., Nonprofits, Economic Development, Policy, Leadership Development, Training, Policy Analysis, Public Speaking, Budgets, Government, Public Policy, Grants, Management Consulting, Strategic Communications, Workshop Facilitation
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1988 — 1990
Master of Planning
Human Systems Dynamics
Minnesota Philanthropy Partners June 2014 - Present
Wordbender Communications LLC December 2010 - Present
Initiative Foundation January 2010 - Present
St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce June 2011 - June 2014
The Dolan Company December 2010 - June 2014
Citizens League September 2011 - January 2014
Twin Cities Daily Planet February 2010 - December 2011
Ceridian June 2010 - September 2011
Initiative Foundation May 2010 - September 2011
HowStuffWorks.com January 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Newsletters, Press Releases, Web Content, Speech Writing, Brochures, Social Media, Writing, Magazines, Blogging, Media Relations, Publicity, Editing, Public Relations, Newspaper, Non-profits, Corporate Communications, Publications, Stories, News Writing, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Journalism, Strategic Communications, Proofreading, Editorial, Internal Communications, Storytelling, Newspapers, Public Policy, AP Style, Photography, Multimedia, Research, Feature Articles, Video, Content Strategy, Nonprofits, Online Journalism, Content Development, Politics
Education
Carleton College 1989 — 1993
Bachelors of Arts, Political Science
Fredrikson & Byron March 2012 - Present
Citizens League January 2008 - Present
Global Robotics Innovation Park March 2012 - November 2013
Dorsey & Whitney August 2006 - March 2012
University of Minnesota Law School January 2008 - May 2010
Lawyerist Media, LLC April 2009 - March 2010
Worker's Rights Clinic September 2005 - May 2006
Multi-Profession Business Clinic September 2005 - May 2006
University of Minnesota Law School 2005 - 2006
First American Title May 2001 - September 2001
Skills
Non-profits, Government Contracting, Government Procurement, Economic Development, Teaching, Local Economic..., Land Use Law, Public Policy, Real Estate Development, Environmental Law, Writing
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 2003 — 2006
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1996 — 2001
BA, Global Studies and Philosophy
Eden Prairie High School 1992 — 1996
Montana Wildlife Federation September 2013 - Present
Colorado Parks and Wildlife May 2008 - August 2013
Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies July 2007 - April 2008
Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies January 2004 - April 2008
Citizens League 1999 - 2001
Senator Dianne Feinstein 1998 - 1998
Senator Dianne Feinstein 1996 - 1998
Education
University of Michigan, School of Natural Resources and Environment 2001 — 2003
MS
Pomona College 1991 — 1995
BA, Magna Cum Laude
Groundswell, Inc April 2014 - Present
Groundswell, Inc December 2012 - April 2014
Sertich Consulting May 2010 - November 2012
Earth Foundation NGO January 2012 - May 2012
Citizens League May 2009 - August 2009
MN Campus Compact May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Non-profits, Leadership Development, Volunteer Management, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Presenter, Program Development, Community Outreach, Spanish, Team Building, Coaching, Strategic Planning, Event Planning, Teaching, Research, Public Policy, Program Management, Public Relations, Policy Analysis, Nonprofits, Strategy, Workshop Facilitation, Social Entrepreneurship, Project Management, Editing
Education
College of St. Benedict 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Economics
Jawaharlal Nehru University 2011 — 2012
International/Global Studies
Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez 2008 — 2008
Passport to the Arts - K&S Conservatory October 2007 - Present
K&S Conservatory of Music August 2007 - Present
Young Professionals of Twin Cities June 2011 - August 2012
Citizens League 2011 - 2012
AEON Connect 2011 - 2011
The Saint Paul Foundation October 2009 - December 2010
Twin Cities Community Gospel Choir March 2008 - October 2009
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee August 2005 - May 2007
Skills
Project Coordination, Product Development, Team Leadership, Strategy, Teaching, Consulting, Business Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Presentations, Management, Nonprofits, Non-profit Volunteer, Non-profit Board..., Project Management, Event Planning, Fundraising, Marketing, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Newsletters, Budgets, Research, Program Development, Public Speaking, Program Management
Education
Augsburg College 2011 — 2014
Master of Business Administration, 3.6
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee 2005 — 2007
Master of Music, (M.M), 3.6
St. John's University 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Music
Center for Teaching Quality August 2013 - Present
Education Evolving February 2001 - Present
Farris-Berg Consulting Services January 2001 - Present
Citizens League June 2007 - January 2013
the following organizations September 2003 - December 2009
Project Tomorrow May 2008 - August 2009
Aveson Educational Cooperative 2006 - 2006
Center on Budget and Policy Priorities August 1998 - August 1999
Skills
Grants, Blogging, Qualitative Research, Project Design, Strategy, Education Policy, Process Design, Public Policy, Strategic Visionary, Policy Design, Project Management, Process Management, Public Speaking, Policy Analysis, Community Organizing, Grassroots Organizing, Teaching, Speech Writing, Proposal Writing
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1999 — 2001
Master of Public Policy, Social Policy
University of San Diego 1994 — 1998
BA, International Relations
Santa Margarita High School 1990 — 1994
Diploma, 1994
Northwestern University InternOneVillage PartnersJune 2012 - September 2012
Northwestern University, Department of Psychology September 2011 - June 2012
Citizens League June 2011 - September 2011
University of Minnesota, Department of Psychology June 2010 - September 2010
People for Parks May 2010 - September 2010
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Research, Teamwork, Public Speaking, Microsoft Excel, Windows, Mac
Education
Northwestern University 2010 — 2014
DeLaSalle High School 2006 — 2010
Citiscope 2011 - Present
Education Evolving 2004 - Present
Metropolitan Council 1995 - 1999
State of Minnesota 1991 - 1995
Citizens League 1980 - 1990
Minnesota Community Colleges 1970 - 1980
Laramie County Community College 1969 - 1972
Skills
Public Policy, Workshop Facilitation, Program Management, Public Relations, Fundraising, Economic Development, Policy Analysis, Legislative Relations, Non-profits, Grassroots Organizing, Public Affairs, Political Consulting, Strategic Communications, Public Speaking, Program Facilitation, Crisis Communications, Politics, Event Planning, Coalitions, Speech Writing, Research, Community Outreach, Management Consulting, Grants, Nonprofits, Program Development, Community Development, Strategic Planning, Policy, Grant Writing, Newspaper, Political Communication, Legislation, Urban Planning, Leadership, Volunteer Management, Organizational..., Media Relations, Political Campaigns, Leadership Development, Government, Public Administration, Land Use, Spokesperson, Message Development, Philanthropy, Civic Engagement, Education Policy, Newspapers, Community Engagement
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1967 — 1970
PhD, Education - Educational Psychology
Baylor University 1960 — 1964
BA, History
Minnesota High Tech Association September 2013 - Present
Minnestoa High Tech Association January 2012 - August 2013
League of Women Voters Minnesota September 2011 - December 2011
League of Women Voters Minneapolis September 2011 - December 2011
Citizens League June 2011 - August 2011
Grand Graphics August 1990 - June 2011
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits January 2011 - May 2011
Best Buy March 1992 - February 2009
Best Buy December 2000 - May 2003
Best Buy June 1998 - December 2000
Skills
Grant Planning..., Co-President, League of..., Organizational Analysis, Coalitions, Negotiation, Research, Bear, Organizational Needs..., Strategy, Retail, Leadership, Advertising, Budgets, Graphic Design, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Policy, Marketing, Project Management, Social Media, Program Management, Newsletters, Marketing Strategy, Training, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Grant Writing, Management, Recruiting, Fundraising, Process Improvement, Event Planning
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2009 — 2011
Master, Public Affairs
Brown Institute 1989 — 1991
AAS, Advertising Design
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1981 — 1985
Social Welfare, Social Work
Citizens League August 2015 - Present
Gardening Matters February 2015 - Present
University of Minnesota January 2015 - Present
Original Pancake House - Roseville, MN August 2013 - Present
Minneapolis Community and Technical College October 2011 - May 2012
Skills
Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Blogging, Community Development, Creative Writing, Leadership, Sustainability, Event Planning, Fundraising, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Program Development, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Social Media, Research, Grant Writing
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2013 — 2016
B.S, Urban Planning
Minneapolis Community and Technical College 2010 — 2011
AA, Transfer
Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis July 1999 - Present
Citizens League June 1995 - June 1999
Skills
Economic Development, Grant Writing, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Policy Analysis, Research, Strategic Planning, Policy, Community Development, Strategic Communications, Blogging, Program Evaluation, Economics, Writing, Public Relations, Editing, Analysis, Media Relations, Journalism, Government, Entrepreneurship, Workshop Facilitation, Politics, Higher Education, Program Management, Report Writing, Speech Writing
Education
Marquette University 1993 — 1995
M.A., Journalism
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point 1989 — 1991
B.A. with honors, Communication, PR emphasis
Sculpture and Furniture Design December 2012 - Present
Conservation biology and policy April 2011 - Present
University of Minnesota March 2008 - January 2012
Citizens League January 2010 - September 2011
American University January 2001 - January 2006
USDA 1999 - 2001
US House of Representatives 1998 - 1999
Skills
Environmental Awareness, Government, Science, Policy, Research
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1992 — 1998
MS & PhD, Environmental Science, Agriculture
St. Catherine University 1989 — 1992
BS, biology
United States Military Academy at West Point 1986 — 1988
biology
Citizens League 2013 - Present
Lutheran World Relief 2012 - 2013
Saint Paul Police Foundation 2005 - 2013
Minnesota Board of Peace Officers Standards and Training 1992 - 2013
Xcel Energy 2005 - 2010
International Republican Institute (www.iri.org) 2009 - 2009
University of Minnesota Foundation 2003 - 2005
Coleman for Senate 2000 - 2002
U.S. West Communications 1998 - 2000
University of Minnesota Athletic Department 1990 - 1998
Skills
Fundraising, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Public Policy, Political Campaigns, Program Management, Project Management, Event Management, Training, Newsletters, Philanthropy, Public Relations, Community Development, Budgets, Leadership, Program Development, Project Planning, Strategic Planning, Politics, Government, Strategic Communications, Nonprofits, Grant Writing, Volunteer Management, Grants, Legislative Relations, Policy, Policy Analysis, Coalitions, Media Relations
Education
Augsburg College
B.A., Political Science
Sports Management Institute
Graduate seminar program
Citizens League May 2014 - Present
Twin Cities Public Television March 2007 - May 2014
University of St Thomas August 2000 - March 2007
American Refugee Committee July 1998 - August 2000
Skills
Public Policy, Non-profits, Fundraising, Event Management, Public Speaking, Newsletters, Marketing Communications, Strategic Planning, Research, Event Planning, Grants
Education
Humphrey School of Public Affairs 2013 — 2014
Policy Fellow
University of Saint Thomas - School of Business 2003 — 2006
MBA, Management
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History
Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota March 2002 - Present
citizens league 1986 - 2002
GBS Sports 1977 - 1984
Skills
Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Grants, Leadership, Research, Management, Leadership Development, Event Planning, Social Media
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1976 — 1977
elizabethan history
Ripon College 1972 — 1976
BA,, History
Environment America August 2015 - Present
Environment America May 2013 - August 2015
St. John's University Office of Admission August 2009 - May 2013
Organizing for America August 2012 - November 2012
Citizens League June 2012 - August 2012
Environment America May 2011 - August 2011
Gabrielle Giffords for Congress June 2010 - August 2010
Education
College of Saint Benedict 2009 — 2013
Political Science, Environmental Studies and Hispanic Studies
St. John's University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Political Science
Universidad Rafael Landívar 2012 — 2012
Comcast April 2004 - Present
Citizens League 2010 - 2010
Capitol Initiatives 2002 - 2004
Dell 1999 - 2002
Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts 1995 - 1999
U.S. House of Representatives 1988 - 1994
Skills
Non-profits, Government, Policy, Public Policy, Public Affairs, Legislative Relations, Community Outreach, Contract Negotiation, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Telecommunications, Broadband, Policy Analysis, Corporate Communications, Crisis Communications, Team Leadership, Cable Television, Leadership
Education
Carleton College 1984 — 1988
Minnesota House of Representatives January 2015 - Present
African Immigrant Services, Minnesota June 2015 - June 2015
Minnesota House of Representatives December 2012 - January 2015
African American Leadership Forum June 2013 - June 2014
Unemployment Insurance Advisory Council - State of Minnesota June 2013 - December 2013
Northwest Area Foundation May 2012 - December 2012
Minnesota House of Representatives January 2012 - May 2012
U.S Department of Education Negotiated Rulemaking Committee - Obama Administration Appointee December 2011 - May 2012
Graduate and Professional Student Assembly (GAPSA) January 2011 - February 2012
Citizens League May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Public Policy, Politics, Policy Analysis, Foreign Affairs, Political Campaigns, Political Communication, Community Development, Public Administration, Economic Development, Fundraising, Research, Nonprofits, Government, Grassroots Organizing, Legislative Relations, Public Speaking, Policy
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Master of Public Policy (M.P.P.), Public Policy
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Areas of Study: Sociology, Political Science & Economics.
Amherst H. Wilder Foundation March 2015 - Present
Leadership for Educational Equity June 2014 - March 2015
Leadership for Educational Equity September 2012 - May 2014
Global Citizen August 2010 - August 2012
National Audubon Society June 2009 - February 2010
Citizens League September 2004 - September 2008
Skills
Non-profits, Community Outreach, Politics, Leadership, Grant Writing, Volunteer Management, Non-profit..., Public Policy, Event Planning, Staff Development, Staff Management, Writing, Building Coalitions, Partnerships, Editing, Nonprofits, Community Development, Public Affairs, Policy, Political Campaigns, Public Speaking, Grassroots Organizing, Program Management, Community Organizing, Training, Research, Social Media, Policy Analysis, Leadership Development, Team Building
Education
Georgetown University 2002 — 2005
Master of Public Policy, Nonprofit Policy and Leadership
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1998 — 2001
BA, Geography
Random House May 2014 - Present
Susan Penzner Real Estate and SPRE Realty February 2013 - May 2014
Coldwater Creek 2012 - 2013
University of York April 2011 - July 2011
Bennington College Post Office October 2010 - December 2010
BOMB Magazine January 2010 - February 2010
Cave Paper January 2009 - February 2009
Citizens League 2007 - 2008
Young Dance 2006 - 2008
Perpich Center for Arts Education 2006 - 2008
Skills
Microsoft Office, Excellent Writing Skils, Organization, Proofreading, Communication Skills, Social Media, Administrative..., Problem Solving, Sales, Marketing, Data Entry, Social Networking
Education
Bennington College 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Social Sciences
Perpich Center for Arts Education 2006 — 2008
High School Diploma, Dance
KRW International May 2014 - Present
Minnesota Historical Society January 2014 - May 2014
Finnish Bistro May 2011 - January 2014
Minnesotans United For All Families February 2012 - August 2012
Citizens League February 2012 - June 2012
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Research, Teamwork, Social Media, Public Speaking, English, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Analysis, Facebook, Grants, Management, Event Planning
Education
Augsburg College 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Political Science and Communication Studies
Freie Universität Berlin 2012 — 2012
FUBEST Study Abroad, Political Science, History, Cross-Cultural Studies
American Cancer Society January 2014 - Present
Coaching Corps November 2012 - January 2014
Minnesota Campus Compact January 2012 - May 2012
Metropolitan State University January 2011 - May 2012
Citizens League October 2010 - May 2012
Metropolitan State University 2011 - 2012
Alliance For Sustainability October 2010 - August 2011
Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge November 2010 - May 2011
Abercrombie & Fitch January 2008 - August 2010
Abercrombie & Fitch - Hollister Co October 2006 - January 2008
Skills
Research, Community Outreach, Leadership, Public Policy, Coaching, Policy, Higher Education, Program Management, Leadership Development, Analysis, Community Development, Nonprofits, Data Analysis, Management, Project Planning
Education
Metropolitan State University 2010 — 2012
Master's degree, Public and Nonprofit Administration
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh 2001 — 2006
Bachelor's degree, Political Science & Public Administration
Citizens League February 2015 - Present
Citizen Bob October 2012 - Present
Citizens League October 2003 - October 2012
Minnesota State Auditor's Office 1998 - 2002
Minnesota House of Representatives 1994 - 1998
Skills
Public Policy, Civic Engagement, Legislative Relations, Coalition Development, State Government, Public Affairs, Community Development, Economic Development, Grassroots Lobbying, Public Speaking, Research, Blogging, Social Media, Editing, Political Campaigns, Political Consulting, Political Strategy, Legislation, Event Planning, Internal Communications, Crisis Communications, Leadership, Message Development, Legislative Affairs, Legislative Research
Education
University of Minnesota - Humphrey School of Public Affairs 1995 — 1996
State-Local Fiscal Relations, Economic Development
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1983 — 1987
B.A., Speech-Communications
University of Tel Aviv 1982 — 1982
Archeology
The University of Birmingham 1981 — 1982
History, Philosophy and Architecture
University of Minnesota-Duluth 1979 — 1981
English, Music, Geology
The Minneapolis Foundation January 2015 - Present
Friends of the Boundary Waters Wilderness September 2011 - Present
Way to Grow 2011 - Present
50CAN: The 50-State Campaign for Achievement Now July 2014 - January 2015
MinnCAN: The Minnesota Campaign for Achievement Now September 2011 - July 2014
Citizens League October 2008 - December 2013
Citizens League 2010 - 2012
ESOP Association - MN/Dakotas Chapter August 2007 - September 2011
Padilla Speer Beardsley November 2006 - September 2011
USGBC Minnesota Chapter August 2007 - August 2011
Skills
Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Lobbying, Marketing, Public Relations, Crisis Communications, Public Affairs, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Marketing Communications, Integrated Marketing, Internal Communications, Volunteer Management, Community Development, Message Development, Public Policy, Corporate Communications, Press Releases, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Campaigns, Publicity, Social Media, Grassroots Organizing, Editing, Politics, Grant Writing, Newsletters, Corporate Social..., Philanthropy, Event Management, Spokesperson, Community Engagement, Political Communication, Copywriting, Political Campaigns, Reputation Management, Political Consulting, Legislative Relations, Program Development, Government, Social Networking, Policy, Blogging, Communications Planning, Coalitions, Facebook, Speech Writing, Policy Analysis
Education
American University 2004 — 2006
MA, Public Communication
American University 1999 — 2003
BA, Communications, Legal Institutions, Economics and Government
Academic Heath Center - University of Minnesota February 2013 - Present
PLD Consulting June 2006 - Present
University Libraries - University of Minnesota January 2012 - February 2013
Earth Force, Inc October 2009 - December 2012
Serengeti Lion Project September 2010 - May 2011
Savannas Forever Tanzania May 2010 - August 2010
Citizen's League July 2009 - November 2009
Hallmark Insights June 2005 - June 2009
Star Tribune 2000 - 2005
Imaginet, LLC. (now RMG Connect) 1998 - 2000
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Nonprofits, Social Networking, Non-profits, Java, Research, WordPress, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Agile Methodologies, Project Management, JavaScript, Social Media, jQuery, Program Management, Strategic Planning, Web Services, Mobile Applications, ASP.NET, HTML
Education
University of Minnesota-Humphrey School of Public Affairs 2010 — 2012
Master of Science (MS), Science, Technology, and Environmental Policy
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1993 — 1999
BFA, Photography
Macalester College 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis April 2013 - Present
SUPERVALU 2008 - Present
Dorsey & Whitney LLP July 2002 - May 2007
Dorsey & Whitney LLP March 1999 - June 2002
Allina Health System June 1998 - February 1999
Citizens League January 1993 - June 1998
Janet Dudrow [Malik] & Company February 1988 - January 1993
Skills
Executive Appointments, Executive Correspondence, Meeting Scheduling, Multiple Project..., Large-scale Event..., Meeting Planning, Travel Arrangements, Travel Planning, Writing, Copy Editing, PowerPoint development, Company Newsletters, Annual Reports, Speech Writing, Research, Microsoft Office, Large Scale Events, Administrative..., Strategy, Outlook, Internal Communications
Education
Hubert H. Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota 1992 — 1993
Graduate Studies, Public Affairs
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1973 — 1977
BA, Journalism/Advertising
Allied Solutions LLC May 2015 - Present
Allied Solutions LLC January 2014 - April 2015
Allied Solutions LLC March 2010 - December 2013
Minnesota Early Learning Foundation January 2009 - January 2010
College Possible July 2006 - January 2009
Citizens League April 2005 - December 2005
College Possible September 2004 - June 2005
Skills
Writing, Editing, Proofreading, Building Relationships, Message Development, Internal Communications, Product Marketing, Strategic Communications, Presentation Development, InDesign, Account Management, Community Outreach, Social Media, Publications, Content Strategy, Copy Editing, Marketing Communications, Newsletters, Copywriting, Nonprofits, Grant Writing, Event Management, Marketing, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Web Content, Relationship Building
Education
Macalester College 2000 — 2004
BA, Sociology, English
Hamline University 2009 — 2010
TEFL Certification
ACM Urban Studies Program 2003 — 2003
Urban Studies
Minnesota Legislative Energy Commission October 2013 - Present
National Conference of State Legislatures 2014 - Present
National Renewable Energy Laboratory April 2015 - April 2015
German American Chamber of Commerce September 2014 - September 2014
Freelance 2010 - 2014
Citizens League April 2006 - October 2013
Vescio's Cucina November 2005 - April 2006
Happytown Farm 2001 - 2005
House Revivers May 2003 - August 2003
Dirigo Health Now May 2003 - August 2003
Skills
Spanish, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Project Management, Social Media, Grant Writing, Policy, Community Outreach, Economic Development, Nonprofits, Management, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Community Development, Strategy, Sustainability, Strategic Communications, Government, Volunteer Management, Leadership Development, Politics, Grassroots Organizing, Program Development, Public Affairs, Legislative Relations, Fundraising, Public Relations, Media Relations, Speech Writing, Public Speaking, Coalition Development, Civic Engagement, Coalitions
Education
Humphrey School of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota 2012 — 2013
Policy Fellow
Haverford College 2001 — 2005
BA, Political Science
Ujamaa Place 2011 - Present
FairVote Minnesota 2007 - Present
Northland College 2001 - Present
Consultant in public policy, strategic planning, marketing, sustainable construction May 1992 - Present
Citizens League 1974 - 2014
Health Partners March 2010 - February 2013
CommonBond Communities January 1994 - January 2002
Control Data Corporation March 1980 - March 1991
MN Department of Transportation July 1976 - February 1979
Virginia Commonwealth University September 1975 - July 1976
Skills
Public Policy, Community Development, Strategic Planning, Non-profits, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Program Development, Volunteer Management, Public Speaking, Grant Writing, Public Relations, Event Planning
Education
Duke University 1967 — 1970
Randolph College 1962 — 1966
St. Catherine University August 2013 - Present
Planned Parenthood Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota July 2013 - October 2014
Minnesota DFL Party August 2012 - November 2012
Humphrey School Dean's Office September 2009 - May 2011
The Whole Village Project May 2010 - August 2010
Pushback 2008 - 2009
Population Connection January 2008 - June 2008
Citizens League October 2007 - December 2007
John Edwards for President June 2007 - August 2007
Citizens for Global Solutions January 2007 - May 2007
Skills
Policy Analysis, Spanish, Community Outreach, Public Policy, Program Evaluation, Data Analysis, Data Management, SPSS, Stata, Quantitative Research, Survey Design, Advanced Research and..., Problem Solving, Spanish translation, Government Relations, Legislative Analysis, Grants, Blogging
Education
University of Minnesota- Humphrey School of Public Affairs 2009 — 2011
Master of Public Policy, Women and Development
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2002 — 2006
B.A., magna cum laude, Political Science and Spanish Studies
American University
Washington Semester Program
Fundación Ortega y Gasset
Spanish Studies
Redwood Philanthropic Advisors October 2008 - Present
Headwaters Foundation for Justice January 2010 - September 2013
Community Reinvestment Fund 2010 - 2012
Empowerment Zone January 2006 - 2010
Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation January 2005 - May 2008
Idealogics February 2002 - December 2005
Citizens League 2003 - 2005
James Ford Bell Foundation September 2000 - August 2001
Next Innovations 1992 - 1999
Skills
Program Management, Management, Investments, Nonprofits, Non-profits, Philanthropy, Entrepreneurship, Grant Writing, Strategic Communications, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Strategic Planning, Integrated Marketing, Program Development, Community Outreach, Board Development, Public Policy
Education
Macalester College
BA, Political Science and History
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Graduate
Prime Therapeutics June 2014 - Present
Teigen Communications January 2011 - June 2014
Citizens League January 2006 - December 2012
Mentoring Partnership of Minnesota January 2000 - December 2010
Minnesota Business Partnership November 1997 - December 2010
Skills
Nonprofits, Grant Writing, Public Relations, Public Policy, Public Speaking, Strategic Communications, Event Planning, Social Media, Public Affairs, Media Relations, Fundraising, Non-profits, Community Outreach, Speech Writing, Community Development, Press Releases, Editing, Leadership, Crisis Communications, Corporate Communications
Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato 1979 — 1988
Master of Arts (M.A.), Creative Writing
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota July 2013 - Present
Hendrickson Institute for Ethical Leadersip July 2013 - Present
Minnesota Private College Council 2007 - July 2013
National Institute of Health Policy 2005 - 2007
Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs 2004 - 2005
Humphrey School of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota September 2003 - December 2004
Citizens League June 2001 - June 2003
Skills
Strategic Communications, Community Outreach, Media Relations, Legislative Relations, Legislation, Internal Communications, Politics, Public Relations, Community Engagement, Governmental Affairs, Social Media, Nonprofit Management, Public Affairs, Policy, Leadership, Community Development, Government, Fundraising, Nonprofits
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2003 — 2005
Master of Public Policy
University of Notre Dame - Mendoza College of Business 2003 — 2005
Master of Nonprofit Administration
College of Saint Benedict 1997 — 2001
Saint John's University 1997 — 2001
BA, Political Science
Citizens League September 2010 - November 2012
Photography At The Center February 2012 - June 2012
ThinkDesign Group September 2008 - May 2010
Headwaters Foundation for Justice February 2007 - July 2008
Minnesota Premier Publications December 2005 - July 2006
Center for Victims of Torture January 1998 - November 2005
Minneapolis Observer February 2004 - September 2004
City of Saint Paul Mayor's Office & Department of Planning and Economic Development October 1998 - October 2000
Skills
Research, Public Policy, Grant Writing, Blogging, Editing, Microsoft Word, Nonprofits, Social Media, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Strategic Communications
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
BA, Journalism & International Affairs
Pike Island Group April 2006 - Present
French American Chamber of Commerce Minneapolis/Saint Paul June 2012 - November 2012
Pike Island Group April 2006 - June 2012
Board of the Minnesota International Center 2006 - 2012
MEDESA 2007 - 2007
St. Jude Medical October 1997 - March 2006
Tunheim Santrizos November 1993 - March 1997
Tunheim Partners 1993 - 1997
Cray Research April 1986 - November 1993
Citizens League December 1980 - March 1986
Skills
Public Speaking, Leadership, Management, Start-ups, Strategic Planning, Product Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Public Relations, Cross-functional Team..., Mergers, Investor Relations, Marketing Strategy, Business Development, Marketing, Crisis Communications, Product Development, Product Management, New Business Development, Healthcare, Corporate Communications
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1974 — 1981
BA/ MA, French, Public Affairs
Universite de Nice, France 1976 — 1977
Diplome, Cours pour l'etranger, French Language and Literature
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota December 2008 - April 2015
Citizens League April 2006 - August 2008
University of Minnesota January 2000 - July 2004
University of Minnesota November 1993 - December 2003
Skills
Strategy, Leadership, Non-profits, Fundraising, Public Policy, Social Services, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Community Development, Teaching, Media Engagement, Volunteer Management, Annual Giving, Event Planning, Program Development, Public Speaking, Higher Education, Nonprofits, Marketing, Stewardship
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1983 — 1988
B.S.
Wallin Education Partners December 2014 - Present
HCM Strategists November 2012 - Present
Minnesota Land Trust 2011 - Present
Minnesota Humanities Center 2009 - Present
The Bush Foundation March 2009 - March 2013
Minnesota Office of Higher Education February 2004 - February 2009
Citizens League 1998 - 2002
State of Minnesota July 1991 - December 1998
U. S . Senate March 1993 - December 1994
Skills
Public Policy, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Strategy, Philanthropy, Education, Community Outreach, Mediation, Consulting, Legislative Relations, Nonprofits, Policy, Non-profits, Grants, Strategic Communications, Program Development, Grant Writing, Leadership, Fundraising, Corporate Communications, Policy Analysis, Research, Volunteer Management, Government, Editing, Leadership Development, Project Planning, Media Relations, Public Relations, Public Affairs, Social Media, Politics, Program Evaluation, Political Campaigns
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1986 — 1989
J.D.
Skidmore College 1979 — 1983
B.A., Political Economy
Cogan Owens Cogan, LLC PartnerStoel Rives LLP1985 - June 2010
Oregon Progress Board October 1990 - December 1992
Exposition-Recreation Commission February 1981 - August 1982
Citizens League June 1979 - June 1980
Minnesota House of Representatives September 1976 - January 1979
Office of the Governor of Minnesota June 1977 - October 1977
Minnesota House of Representatives July 1975 - September 1976
Office of the Mayor of Minneapolis June 1974 - July 1975
Education
Lewis & Clark Law School 1982 — 1985
JD, magna cum laude
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1972 — 1976
MA, Anthropology
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1972 — 1975
MA, Public Affairs (Hubert H. Humphrey School)
North Dakota State University 1966 — 1971
BS, Industrial Engineering
Perspectives, Inc. February 2011 - August 2011
Target April 2010 - September 2010
Caplan Law Firm December 2009 - March 2010
Lifetime Fitness October 2008 - January 2010
Supreme Court of New South Wales January 2008 - May 2008
Citizens League October 2007 - December 2007
Macy's June 2006 - August 2007
Northside Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons June 2001 - August 2004
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Communication Studies & Sociology of Law, Criminology, and Deviance
CAPA International Education 2008 — 2008
Study Abroad
Iowa State University 2005 — 2006
University of Wisconsin-Stout September 2014 - Present
Breakaway Test Prep February 2014 - Present
University of Minnesota September 2008 - May 2010
University of Minnesota September 2007 - May 2008
University of Minnesota January 2007 - May 2007
University of Minnesota January 2004 - January 2007
Citizens League May 2006 - August 2006
University of Minnesota June 2001 - January 2004
University of Minnesota January 2001 - May 2001
University of Minnesota September 2000 - May 2001
Skills
Editing, Writing, Teaching Writing, University Teaching, Teaching, Research, Grant Writing, Blogging, Qualitative Research, Journalism, New Media, Higher Education, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Publications, Strategic Communications, Social Media, Facebook
Education
University of Minnesota
Ph.D, Mass Communication
University of Minnesota
M.A, Journalism and Mass Communication
Macalester College
Bachelor of Arts, Dramatic Arts