Minnesota Senate

Description

The Minnesota Senate is the upper house of the Legislature of the U.S. state of Minnesota. At 67 members, half as many as the Minnesota House of Representatives, it is the largest upper house of any U.S. state legislature. Floor sessions are held in the west wing of the State Capitol in Saint Paul. President: Jeremy Miller (R); Since January 8, 2019 New session started: January 8, 2019 Seat: 67 Voting system: First-past-the-post voting Political groups: Republican Party, Minnesota Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party Type of business: Minnesota Legislature, Upper house

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Minnesota Senate Employees

Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Todd Olson Todd Olson Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Todd Olson's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2003 - November 2008
Job Public Affairs Consultant at Natural Resources Group
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Natural Resource Group  March 2015 - Present
Metro Cities   November 2008 - March 2015
Minnesota Senate   January 2003 - November 2008
Minnesota Senate   January 2001 - January 2003

Education
St. Cloud State University
Bachelor's Degree, Political Science and Government

Rashi Mangalick Rashi Mangalick Boston, Massachusetts Details
Rashi Mangalick's Minnesota Senate Experience May 2010 - September 2010
Job SJC Rule 3:03 Certified Student Attorney, Health Law Clinic
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Professor Marc Rodwin   May 2014 - August 2014
Honorable Mark S. Coven, Quincy District Court   May 2014 - August 2014
Women's Environmental Institute  March 2013 - August 2013
FairVote  January 2013 - August 2013
Tapestry Folkdance Studio   September 2012 - August 2013
Fund for the Public Interest  May 2012 - July 2012
Fund for the Public Interest  March 2012 - May 2012
NMPIRG   August 2011 - March 2012
WISPIRG  May 2010 - May 2011
Minnesota Senate   May 2010 - September 2010

Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Press Releases, Government, Research, Leadership, Public Policy, Economics, Politics, Grassroots Organizing, Legislative Relations, Grassroots

Education
Suffolk University Law School   2013 — 2016
Juris Doctorate, Law

University of Wisconsin-Madison   2007 — 2011
Bachelor's of Arts, Economics, Sociology

Tonia Johnson Tonia Johnson Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Tonia Johnson's Minnesota Senate Experience 1999 - 2000
Job Marketing Manager at The Fax Guys (Dynamic Solutions Group)
Industry Computer Software
Experience
The Fax Guys (Dynamic Solutions Group)   2007 - Present
Leonard Street & Deinard, P.A.   2000 - 2003
Minnesota House of Representatives  2000 - 2000
Minnesota Senate   1999 - 2000
Office of Governor Arne H. Carlson   1998 - 1999

Skills
Enterprise Content..., Document Management, Marketing, Product Management, SharePoint, Marketing Communications, Project Management, Professional Services, CRM, Enterprise Software, SaaS, Solution Selling

Education
St. Cloud State University   1994 — 1998
B.A.

Nolan Soltvedt Nolan Soltvedt Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Nolan Soltvedt's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2003 - May 2004
Job Finance Consultant & Musician
Industry Music
Experience
Capella Education Company  September 2015 - Present
Colonial Church  September 2015 - Present
Colonial Church  October 2011 - August 2015
Capella Education Company  April 2014 - January 2015
Capella Education Company  July 2011 - March 2014
Capella Education Company  September 2010 - July 2011
Ecolab  June 2008 - September 2010
Ecolab  May 2006 - May 2008
Ecolab  June 2005 - August 2005
Minnesota Senate   January 2003 - May 2004

Skills
Foreign exchange..., International Finance, Cash flow forecasting, Corporate Treasury, Corporate Finance, FX, Cash Management, Risk Management, Forecasting, Treasury Management, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Budgeting, Cash Flow Forecasting, Finance, Consolidation, Analysis, Variance Analysis, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Budgets, Income Statement, Treasury, Financial Reporting, Cash Flow, Financial Accounting, Financial Forecasting, Data Analysis, Financial Statements, Leadership, Strategy, Strategic Planning, Financial Planning, Cross-functional Team..., Training, Management, Managerial Finance, Sales, Business Strategy, Team Building, Change Management, Leadership Development, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Banking, Accounting, Competitive Analysis

Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management   2002 — 2006
BSB, Finance

P. Jay Kiedrowski P. Jay Kiedrowski Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
P. Jay Kiedrowski's Minnesota Senate Experience 1973 - 1977
Job Senior Fellow, Humphrey School of Public Affairs, U of MN
Industry Education Management
Experience
Public & Nonprofit Leadership Center, Humphrey School of Public Affairs, U of MN   2004 - Present
Guthrie Theater  2002 - Present
Greater Metropolitan Housing Corporation  2002 - Present
Humphrey School of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota  February 2012 - July 2013
Project for Pride in Living  1984 - 2009
Wells Fargo & Co.   1998 - 2004
Norwest Investment Management and Trust   1987 - 1998
State of Minnesota  December 1984 - August 1987
City of Minneapolis  1978 - 1982
Minnesota Senate   1973 - 1977

Skills
Public Policy, Grant Writing, Program Evaluation, Program Development, Non-profits, Policy Analysis, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Research, Editing, Economic Development, Politics, Nonprofits, Public Relations, Strategic Communications, Strategic Planning, Fundraising, Grants, Leadership, Community Development, Policy, Community Organizing, Philanthropy, Government, Public Speaking, Organizational..., Qualitative Research, Proposal Writing, International..., Leadership Development, Higher Education, Program Management

Education
St. Mary's University of Minnesota   2000 — 2005
Doctor of Education (EdD), Organizational Development

University of Minnesota - School of Public Affairs   1971 — 1973
Master's Degree, Public Affairs

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1967 — 1971
BSME, Industrial Engineering

Yuliya A Nazarova Yuliya A Nazarova Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Yuliya A Nazarova's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2012 - May 2012
Job Financial Analyst at Wells Fargo (Community Lending & Investment Group)
Industry Financial Services
Experience
Wells Fargo  July 2014 - Present
Wells Fargo  May 2013 - September 2013
Medtronic  August 2012 - May 2013
University of Minnesota  November 2010 - May 2013
Minnesota Senate   January 2012 - May 2012
Orchard Park Daycare   June 2009 - August 2011
Backpack Tutoring   September 2008 - May 2010
Organization for Foreign Exchange and New Students Etc.   August 2008 - May 2010
Minnetonka High School Newspaper ("Breezes")   September 2007 - May 2010
Minnesota House of Representatives  December 2008 - March 2009

Skills
PowerPoint, Research, Microsoft Office, Non-profits, Editing, Leadership, Social Media, SAP R/3, Data Analysis, Business Analysis, Financial Analysis, Compliance, Communication Skills, Corporate Communications, Import Logistics, Teamwork, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Spanish, Recruiting, Finance, Data Entry, Public Speaking, Access, Time Management, Critical Thinking, Microsoft Word, Social Networking, Nonprofits

Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Finance, with Accounting and Leadership Minor

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2010 — 2014
BS, Finance Major with Accounting and Leadership Minor

Università degli Studi di Roma Tre

Università degli Studi di Roma Tre

Nathan Coulter Nathan Coulter Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Nathan Coulter's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2013 - Present
Job Legislative Assistant at Minnesota Senate
Industry Political Organization
Experience
Perpich Center for the Arts   June 2015 - Present
City of Bloomington, MN  February 2015 - Present
Minnesota Senate   January 2013 - Present
Minnesota DFL Party  May 2012 - November 2012
Minnesota House of Representatives  February 2012 - May 2012
Democratic Party of Virginia  October 2011 - November 2011
DFL Senate Caucus   June 2010 - November 2010
Paul Thissen for Governor   September 2009 - April 2010
Minnesota DFL Party  June 2008 - December 2008

Skills
Political Organization, Field Work, Volunteer Management, Volunteer Coordination, Volunteer Training, Political Science, Politics, Political Communication, Political and Community..., Community Outreach, Legislation, State Government, Constituent Services, Legislative Relations, Community Organizing, Political Campaigns, Grassroots Organizing

Education
St. Olaf College   2004 — 2008
B.A., Political Science, Music Education

Kent Ortner Kent Ortner Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Kent Ortner's Minnesota Senate Experience December 2008 - January 2011
Job Associate at Lazard
Industry Financial Services
Experience
Lazard  June 2014 - Present
Carlson School of Management  August 2012 - May 2014
Lazard  June 2013 - August 2013
Independent Contractor  March 2010 - August 2012
Minnesota Senate   December 2008 - January 2011
United States Senate  January 2005 - May 2006

Skills
Financial Modeling, Financial Analysis, Leadership, Project Management, Competitive Analysis, Microsoft Office, Business Strategy, Data Analysis, Valuation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Analytics, Strategic Planning, Investment Banking, Analysis, Strategy

Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management   2012 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science, History, and Philosophy

Carolyn LaViolette Carolyn LaViolette Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Carolyn LaViolette's Minnesota Senate Experience September 2005 - September 2008
Job Communications Manager at the Minnesota Society of CPAs
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Minnesota Society of CPAs  July 2014 - Present
St. Catherine University  October 2014 - December 2014
Messerli & Kramer  November 2012 - November 2013
Messerli & Kramer  September 2008 - November 2012
Minnesota Senate   September 2005 - September 2008
State Senate DFL Caucus   May 2006 - November 2006

Skills
Public Policy, Strategic Communications, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Newsletters, Leadership, Media Relations, Association Management, Writing, Research, Conference Management, Volunteer Recruiting, Mediation, Social Media, Public Affairs, Organizational..., Policy, Board Relations, Events, Strategic Planning, Crisis Communications, Fundraising, Tax Law, Legislative Relations, Project Management, Volunteer Management, Event Planning

Education
St. Catherine University   2013 — 2016
Master of Arts (M.A.), Organizational Leadership

University of St. Thomas   2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General, Magna Cum Laude

Abby Michaud Loesch Abby Michaud Loesch Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Abby Michaud Loesch's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2011 - January 2012
Job Research Consultant at Minnesota House of Representatives
Industry Political Organization
Experience
Minnesota House of Representatives  January 2015 - Present
Economic Club of Minnesota   April 2013 - January 2015
Republican Party of Minnesota  August 2012 - April 2013
Minnesota House of Representatives  January 2012 - August 2012
Minnesota Senate   January 2011 - January 2012
Republican Party of Minnesota  May 2010 - January 2011
Fox 9 KMSP   June 2009 - August 2009
Dennis Publishing  January 2009 - April 2009
Fox 9 KMSP   June 2008 - August 2008

Skills
Political Campaigns, Politics, Public Policy, Grassroots Organizing, Policy Analysis, Media Relations, Political Communication, Speech Writing, Social Media, Public Relations, Strategic Communications, Public Speaking, Publishing, News Writing, Volunteer Management, Social Networking, Political Consulting, Event Planning, Blogging, Photoshop, Message Development, Legislation, Newsletters, Legislative Relations, Legal Research, Public Affairs, Corporate Communications, Community Organizing, Event Management, Grant Writing, Campaigns, Legal Writing, Community Outreach, Editing, Coalitions, Public Administration, Video Editing, Avid, Political Science, Legislative Affairs, Policy, Legislative Research, Marketing Communications, Non-profits, Policy Research, Government, Community Development, Integrated Marketing, Nonprofits, Research

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2006 — 2010
B.A., Communications, Psychology

CAPA Centre for Learning Abroad   2009 — 2009
British History, World Theatre, British Culture

Becky Mohn, M.A. Becky Mohn, M.A. Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Becky Mohn, M.A.'s Minnesota Senate Experience January 2012 - May 2012
Job Higher Education and Organizational Leadership Professional
Industry Higher Education
Experience
University of St. Thomas  July 2014 - June 2015
University of St. Thomas  January 2014 - July 2014
University of Minnesota  August 2013 - May 2014
California Lutheran University  May 2013 - September 2013
University of St. Thomas  September 2012 - May 2013
Minnesota Senate   January 2012 - May 2012
Orientation & First-Year Programs  2011 - 2012

Skills
Community Outreach, Research, Volunteer Management, Higher Education, Political Science, Politics, Assessment, Training, Legislative Research, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Event Planning, Legislative Relations, Grant Writing, Facilitations, Student Development, Constituent Relations, Orientation Programs, Leadership, Student Affairs, Program Development, Alumni Relations

Education
University of St. Thomas   2012 — 2014
Master of Arts (M.A.), Leadership in Student Affairs

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science

Rebecca Schultz, MPH Rebecca Schultz, MPH Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Rebecca Schultz, MPH's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2009 - May 2009
Job Evaluation consultant: population health, public health, social services
Industry Research
Experience
Amherst H. Wilder Foundation  August 2011 - Present
University of Minnesota  2014 - 2014
Minnesota Department of Human Services  May 2010 - October 2010
Minnesota Senate   January 2009 - May 2009
University of Minnesota--Chair on Longterm Care and Aging   January 2008 - January 2009

Skills
Program Evaluation, Quantitative Research, Research, Qualitative Research, Report Writing, Nonprofits, Data Analysis, Public Health, Community Outreach, Leadership, Public Speaking, Program Development, Analytical Skills, Public Health..., Database Management, Health Policy, Highly detail oriented, Organized Multi-tasker, Survey Research

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2013 — 2015
Master of Public Health (MPH), Public Health Administration & Policy

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Public Health, Political Science

Eric Nauman Eric Nauman Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Eric Nauman's Minnesota Senate Experience October 2012 - Present
Job Lead Fiscal Analyst at Minnesota Senate, Counsel, Research & Fiscal Analysis
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Minnesota Senate   October 2012 - Present
Minnesota Senate   January 1998 - October 2012
New Jersey Office of Legislative Services  November 1993 - January 1998

Skills
Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Government, Policy, Finance, Legislative Relations, Politics, Legislation, Economic Development, Community Outreach

Education
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Master's Degree, Public Policy Analysis

University of California, Davis
Bachelor's Degree, Political Science and Government

Isaac Schultz Isaac Schultz Saint Paul, Minnesota Details
Isaac Schultz's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2013 - May 2013
Job Legislative Assistant to the Speaker of the House at Minnesota House of Representatives
Industry Legislative Office
Experience
Minnesota House of Representatives  December 2014 - Present
Kurt Johnson Auctioneering, Inc.   February 2011 - Present
Schultz Auctioneers Landmark Realty   March 2003 - Present
Friends of Stewart Mills   August 2013 - November 2014
AmeriBid  June 2013 - July 2013
Minnesota Senate   January 2013 - May 2013
Pete Hegseth for U.S. Senate   March 2012 - May 2012
Dan Flood for U.S Congress   November 2011 - March 2012
Domino's Pizza  May 2009 - August 2011

Skills
Social Media Marketing, Fundraising, Leadership, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Marketing, Auctions, Event Management, Sales, Public Relations, Advertising, Selling, Management, Customer Service, Political Campaigns, Team Leadership, Research, Digital Marketing, Strategy, Auctioneers, Government, Public Policy, Real Estate, Political Communication, Online Auctions, Communication Skills, Policy

Education
University of Northwestern - St. Paul   2010 — 2013
B.S., Marketing

Central Lakes Community College   2008 — 2010
PSEO

World Wide College of Auctioneering   2009 — 2009
Certificate, Auctioneering, Bilingual Auctioneering

JENNY LEIGH MORRIS JENNY LEIGH MORRIS New York, New York Details
JENNY LEIGH MORRIS's Minnesota Senate Experience August 2007 - January 2011
Job Project Manager at NeuroLeadership Institute
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
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

Sandra Boone Sandra Boone Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Sandra Boone's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2007 - December 2010
Job Communications Specialist at the University of Minnesota
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
University of Minnesota  September 2014 - Present
Young Nonprofit Professionals Network of the Twin Cities   July 2014 - Present
The Theater of Public Policy   September 2014 - April 2015
BlueGreen Alliance/BlueGreen Alliance Foundation   March 2011 - March 2014
Minnesota Senate   January 2007 - December 2010
Mark Ritchie for Secretary of State   June 2005 - November 2006
America Coming Together  June 2004 - December 2004
Wellstone for Senate  June 2002 - November 2002

Skills
Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Research, Social Media, Newsletters, Public Policy, InDesign, Government, Nonprofits, Politics, Branding & Identity, Blogging, Political Campaigns, Press Releases, Photoshop, Writing, Content Management, Energy Policy, Message Development, Legislation, Public Relations, Database Administration, Event Planning, Copy Editing

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2005 — 2006
Bachelor's Degree, Political Science

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire   2001 — 2004
Political Science

The George Washington University   2003 — 2003
Semester in Washington from the Department of Political Management

Trevor Clayton Trevor Clayton Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Trevor Clayton's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2014 - May 2014
Job Student at University of MinnesotaTwin Cities
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Minnesota Department of Revenue  May 2015 - Present
Minnesota Senate   January 2014 - May 2014
Minnesota State Fair  June 2013 - September 2013
CVS Caremark Corporation  May 2010 - August 2012

Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Research, Teamwork, Photoshop, Social Media, Public Speaking, English, Newsletters, Time Management

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2014 — 2016
Master of Public Policy, Leadership and Management

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Economics, Political Science

Peter Erkkila Peter Erkkila Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Peter Erkkila's Minnesota Senate Experience 2012 - 2013
Job Greater Minnesota Organizer at Minnesota Public Interest Research Group
Industry Civic & Social Organization
Experience
Minnesota Public Interest Research Group  August 2014 - Present
SEIU Healthcare Minnesota  March 2014 - May 2014
Beth Fraser for State House   December 2013 - February 2014
Alondra Cano for City Council   October 2013 - November 2013
University of Minnesota, College of Science & Engineering   2012 - 2013
Minnesota Senate   2012 - 2013
Minnesota Student Legislative Coalition   2010 - 2012

Skills
Government, Grassroots Organizing, Campaigns, Legislative Relations, Higher Education, State Government, Community Organizing, Social Media, Legislative Research, Civic Engagement, LGBT community, Coalition Development, Government Advocacy, Policy, Administrative Office..., New Urbanism

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government

Alisha Heller Alisha Heller Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Alisha Heller's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2010 - May 2010
Job Grant and Operations Associate
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Corridor Partners   September 2014 - Present
Grassroots Solutions  July 2011 - Present
City of Saint Paul - Mayor Chris Coleman's Office   January 2011 - June 2011
Minnesota DFL Party  June 2010 - November 2010
Minnesota Senate   January 2010 - May 2010

Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Exchange, WebEx, Maestro, Apple, Mac OS X, Phone Skills, Phone Etiquette, Phone Banking, Transcription, Legislative Relations, Legislative Research, Legislative Issues, Local Government, State Government, Salesforce.com, Organizational..., Organization, Elections, Canvassing, Memos, Votebuilder, Voter Contact, Constituent Relations, Appointment Scheduling, Written Correspondence, Constituent..., Electoral Politics, Committee Liaison, Community Outreach, Coalitions, Political Science, Grassroots Organizing, Political Campaigns, Community Organizing, Legislation, Public Policy, Politics, Event Planning

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government

University of Saint Thomas   2006 — 2008

Brooke DiSanto Brooke DiSanto Saint Paul, Minnesota Details
Brooke DiSanto's Minnesota Senate Experience December 2000 - December 2007
Job Inside Sales at The YES Group
Industry Hospitality
Experience
The YES Group   October 2011 - Present
Ficocello's Hair Salon   February 2008 - October 2011
Minnesota Senate   December 2000 - December 2007

Skills
Event Planning, Customer Service, Public Relations, Legislative Relations, Microsoft Office, Policy, Community Outreach, Government, Fundraising, Microsoft Word, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Volunteer Management, Food Service, Sales, Team Building, Budgets, Hospitality, Sales Management, Event Management

Education
Palomar College

Keeya Steel Keeya Steel Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Keeya Steel's Minnesota Senate Experience July 2008 - January 2011
Job Government Relations Program Manager at University of Minnesota
Industry Government Administration
Experience
University of Minnesota  July 2011 - Present
University of Minnesota  February 2011 - June 2011
Minnesota Senate   July 2008 - January 2011
Minnesota Senate   February 2008 - May 2008
University of Minnesota  September 2004 - May 2007

Skills
Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Strategic Communications, Government Relations, Strategic Planning, Organizational..., Local Government Finance, Social Media, Event Planning, Writing, Microsoft Office, Spanish, Web Development, Grassroots Organizing, Public Relations, Editing, Financial Analysis, Workshop Facilitation, Program Evaluation, Organizational..., Project Management, Higher Education, Political Campaigns, Volunteer Management, Policy, Nonprofits, Grassroots

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2011 — 2013
Masters of Public Policy, Strategic Planning & Financial Analysis

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, Spanish

Edina High School

Tommy Merickel Tommy Merickel Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Tommy Merickel's Minnesota Senate Experience 1985 - 1988
Job EVP Sales Taylor Corporation
Industry Printing
Experience
Taylor Corporation  1988 - Present
Taylor Strategic Accounts   January 2007 - March 2012
Taylor Corporation  January 2002 - January 2007
Print Craft, a Taylor Corporation Company   1988 - 2002
Minnesota Senate   1985 - 1988
People for Boschwitz   1983 - 1984
US Senate  1982 - 1983
Minnesota Republican Party   1980 - 1982
Anderson for Senate   1979 - 1980
The Pillsbury Company  1978 - 1979

Skills
Direct Mail, Digital Printing, Direct Marketing, Variable Data Printing, New Business Development, Account Management, Sales, Strategic Planning, Sales Management, B2B, Marketing Strategy, Print Management, Direct Sales, Team Building, Customer Service, Offset Printing, Print On Demand, Business Development, Selling, Trade Shows, Multi-channel Marketing, E-commerce, Product Management, Leadership, Sales Operations, Solution Selling, Product Marketing, Email Marketing, P&L Management, Customer Retention, Advertising, Sales Process, Salesforce.com, Cold Calling, Online Marketing, Lead Generation, Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Wide Format Printing, Cross-functional Team..., CRM, Sales Presentations, Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Product Development, Online Advertising

Education
St. John's University   1974 — 1978
BA

Universidad de Sevilla   1975 — 1976

Robert Wankel Robert Wankel Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Robert Wankel's Minnesota Senate Experience February 2014 - May 2014
Job eHR Support Analyst at Matrixcare
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Matrixcare  June 2014 - Present
Minnesota Senate   February 2014 - May 2014
St. Olaf College  May 2012 - May 2014
vanWagenen Financial Services, Inc.   June 2013 - August 2013
Northwest Youth & Family Services  June 2012 - August 2012
St. Olaf College  September 2010 - May 2012

Skills
Multimedia, Music, Film Production, Diligent, Great communications..., Persistence, Timely Decision Making, Always Punctual, Flexible to Change, Innovator, Leadership, Easy to Talk to, Organization, Problem Solving, Strategic Planning, Loyal, Friendly Personality, Challenge Driven, Progressive, Keen Listener, iMovie, Communication

Education
St. Olaf College   2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, English/Political Science

Saint Thomas Academy   2006 — 2010

Amelia Cerling Amelia Cerling Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Amelia Cerling's Minnesota Senate Experience August 2013 - Present
Job Communications Specialist at Minnesota Senate DFL Media
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Minnesota Senate   August 2013 - Present
UnityWorks! Media  April 2012 - August 2013
WEAU 13 News   July 2008 - April 2012
WEAU 13 News   July 2008 - May 2009
Army National Guard  2008 - 2008
WCCO TV  September 2007 - December 2007
Green Party of England and   May 2007 - July 2007

Skills
Videography, Social Media, Media Relations, Video Editing, Creative Writing, Communications Strategy, Microsoft Office, Deadline Driven, Digital Photography, Twitter, Facebook, Broadcast Journalism, Voice Over, Video Production, Press Releases, Television, Editing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Broadcast, Web Content, Feature Articles, Multimedia, Web Video, Producing

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2005 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Broadcast Journalism, Middle Eastern Studies

Karin Housley Karin Housley Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Karin Housley's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2013 - Present
Job Small Business Owner & Minnesota State Senate
Industry Real Estate
Experience
Minnesota Senate   January 2013 - Present
Karin Housley Homes   2003 - Present
Random House  2001 - 2002

Skills
Buyers, Real Estate, Public Policy, Sellers, Short Sales, Social Media, Foreclosures, Investment Properties, Public Speaking, New Business Development, First Time Home Buyers, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Public Relations, Condos, Government, Buyer Representation, Fundraising, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Event Planning, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Team Building

Education
State University of New York at Buffalo   1983 — 1988
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication and Media Studies

South St. Paul High School

Nancy Livingston Nancy Livingston Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Nancy Livingston's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2014 - Present
Job Minnesota Senate E12 Education Committee Administrator
Industry Education Management
Experience
Minnesota Senate   January 2014 - Present
North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale School District   January 2000 - Present
Century College  August 2000 - September 2013
White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce  January 2006 - January 2007
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities  September 1998 - August 2000
St. Paul Pioneer Press  January 1973 - January 1998

Skills
Community Outreach, Editing, Public Speaking, Media Relations, Community Development, Nonprofits, Non-profits, Leadership Development, Newsletters, Leadership, Policy, Speech Writing

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1968 — 1971
Bachelor's degree, Journalism

Northwestern University   1967 — 1968
bachelor's journalism, journalism

Paul Wasko Paul Wasko Anchorage, Alaska Area Details
Paul Wasko's Minnesota Senate Experience December 1986 - August 1987
Job ePortfolio Initiative Coordinator at University of Alaska Anchorage
Industry Education Management
Experience
University of Alaska Anchorage  November 2013 - Present
Web Explorations   June 2013 - Present
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities  July 2002 - March 2013
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities  March 2001 - June 2002
State of Minnesota  May 1996 - March 2001
Minnesota Department of Economic Security  August 1987 - May 1996
Minnesota Senate   December 1986 - August 1987

Skills
Public Speaking, Coaching, Business Strategy, E-Learning, Teaching, Strategic Planning, Higher Education, Leadership, Grant Writing, Nonprofits, Editing, Event Planning, Distance Learning, Training, Policy, Management, Educational Technology, Strategy, Staff Development, Program Management, Instructional Design, Leadership Development, Student Affairs, Adult Education, Curriculum Development, Organizational..., Curriculum Design, Program Development, Career Counseling, Program Evaluation, Instructional Technology, Workshop Facilitation, Educational Leadership, Admissions, Resume Writing, Community Outreach, Grants, Career Development, Research, Moodle, Fundraising, Technology Needs..., Classroom, Conflict Resolution, Data Analysis, Teacher Training, Access, Accreditation, Volunteer Management, Budgets

Education
St. Olaf College   1982 — 1986
BA, Math

Hamline University
Masters - in process, Education

University of St. Thomas
Mini-Master Software Design and Development

Kristin Rosicky Kristin Rosicky Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Kristin Rosicky's Minnesota Senate Experience 2005 - 2005
Job Brand Strategy & Project Management
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Nordstrom - Corporate Headquarters   August 2015 - Present
Target - Corporate Headquarters  May 2014 - May 2015
Target - Corporate Headquarters  September 2012 - May 2014
Aerosim Technologies  May 2011 - September 2012
FindLaw - A Thomson Reuters business  April 2008 - May 2011
Macy's North Marketing   May 2006 - April 2008
Minnesota Senate   2005 - 2005

Skills
Project Management, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Customer Service, Advertising, Direct Marketing, Content Management, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office, Email Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Communications, CRM, Direct Mail, Interactive Marketing, Management, Marketing Strategy, Adobe Creative Suite, Online Marketing, Online Advertising, Web Analytics, Salesforce.com, Digital Marketing, SEO, Strategy, Training, Cross-functional Team..., Leadership, SEM

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Art, English Literature, Speech-Language Hearing Sciences

Kate Lynne Snyder Kate Lynne Snyder Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Kate Lynne Snyder's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2013 - Present
Job Legislative Assistant Policy and Political Organizations
Industry Political Organization
Experience
Minnesota Senate   January 2013 - Present
Brian Barnes for Congress   April 2012 - December 2012
Keith Ellison for Congress  August 2011 - May 2012
MN Best Enterprises, Inc.   June 2009 - September 2010

Skills
Scheduling, Office Management, Outlook, Spanish, Fundraising, Politics, Political Campaigns, Event Management, Campaign Finance, Grassroots Organizing, Community Outreach, Policy, Contract Management, Volunteer Management, Government, Legislation, Public Policy, Legal Writing, Process Scheduler, Coalitions, Project Planning, Public Speaking, Political Science, Time Management, Nonprofits, Legislative Relations, Management, Legislative Research, Policy Analysis, Political Communication, Community Organizing, Speech Writing, Community Development, Public Affairs

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2005 — 2009
B.A., Spanish Studies

Corinne Niska Corinne Niska Baltimore, Maryland Area Details
Corinne Niska's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2011 - October 2012
Job SAHM
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Niska household   May 2013 - Present
Minnesota Senate   January 2011 - October 2012
SUPERVALU  May 2010 - December 2010
Daymon Worldwide  June 2007 - May 2010
Pepsi Bottling Group  May 2006 - May 2007
University of Minnesota - Centennial Hall   January 2006 - May 2006
KJ International Resources  June 2005 - September 2005
JLB Media   June 2004 - November 2004

Skills
Forecasting, Management, Retail, Analytics, Analysis, Inventory Management, Sales, Grocery, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Project Management, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Public Policy

Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management   2001 — 2006
Bachelor of Science, Marketing

Wayzata High School, Class of 2001   1997 — 2001

Anna Wills Anna Wills Saint Paul, Minnesota Details
Anna Wills's Minnesota Senate Experience December 2011 - December 2012
Job State Representative 57B
Industry Legislative Office
Experience
Mary Kay Independent Business   March 2014 - Present
Minnesota House of Representatives  January 2013 - Present
Minnesota Senate   December 2011 - December 2012
Republican Party of Minnesota  June 2008 - June 2012
ACCRA CARE  December 2009 - December 2011
Caribou Coffee  August 2009 - December 2011
Alliance Health Care  April 2005 - December 2009
Republican Party of Minnesota  August 2008 - November 2008
Summit Ministries  2004 - 2006

Skills
Microsoft Office 2007, Attention To Detail, Customer Service, Excel, Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Time Management, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Recruiting, Political Campaigns, Management, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Grassroots Organizing, Fundraising, Public Policy, PowerPoint, Social Media Marketing, Nonprofits, Social Media, Sales, Healthcare, Analysis, Policy, Policy Analysis, Legislation, Legislative Relations, Politics, Research, Social Networking

Education
Home School   1990 — 2003
High School Diploma

Northwestern College   2001 — 2002
Math, Psychology, History, Archaeology

Kelly Keegan Kelly Keegan Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Kelly Keegan's Minnesota Senate Experience June 2000 - January 2003
Job Attorney at Brandt Criminal Defense
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Brandt Criminal Defense   October 2006 - Present
Brandt Criminal Defense   December 2005 - October 2006
Anoka County Attorney's Office  January 2005 - September 2005
United States Federal Public Defender   September 2004 - December 2004
McGrann Shea  January 2003 - August 2003
Minnesota Senate   June 2000 - January 2003

Skills
Criminal Defense, Juvenile Law, White Collar Criminal..., Criminal Law, Litigation, Appeals, Expungement, Attorneys, Civil Litigation, Courts, Defense, Evidence, Felonies, Hearings, Investigation, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Mediation, Motions, Traffic Offenses, Trials, Trial Practice

Education
University of Minnesota Law School   2003 — 2006
Juris Doctor, Cum Laude, Law

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude, Sociology of Law, Crime, and Deviance

Josh Schreiner Josh Schreiner Prescott, Arizona Details
Josh Schreiner's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2011 - May 2011
Job Medical Billing & Collections
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Billing Solutions, LLC   November 2014 - Present
GoDaddy.com  April 2013 - June 2014
Dish Network  September 2012 - March 2013
Minnesota Senate   January 2011 - May 2011

Skills
Political Campaigns, Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Coalitions, Legislative Research, Government, State Government, Public Affairs, Policy, Public Speaking, Research, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Customer Service

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2009 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government

Anne Hoolihan Anne Hoolihan New York, New York Details
Anne Hoolihan's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2009 - April 2009
Job Manager, Hosting Operations at AFS Intercultural Programs
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
AFS Intercultural Programs  July 2013 - Present
AFS Intercultural Programs  November 2012 - July 2013
AFS Intercultural Programs  March 2012 - December 2012
AFS Intercultural Programs  March 2011 - March 2012
AFS Intercultural Programs  August 2009 - March 2011
AFS Intercultural Programs  April 2009 - August 2009
Minnesota Senate   January 2009 - April 2009
United States House of Representatives  September 2008 - December 2008
Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation   May 2007 - September 2007
San Diego Grantmakers  January 2007 - May 2007

Skills
Volunteer Management, Non-profits, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Event Planning, Program Development, Public Speaking, Youth Development, Social Media, Event Management, Public Relations, International Relations, Microsoft Office, Research, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Policy Analysis, Program Management, Operations Management, Team Management, Sales, Written & Oral..., Training, Volunteer Training, Volunteer Recruiting, Recruiting, Management, Intercultural..., Time Management, Leadership, Nonprofits

Education
University of San Diego   2004 — 2008
Bachelor or Arts and Sciences, Political Science/Nonprofit Management/Leadership

St. Catherine University
MA Organizational Leadership

Kelly Gerdts Kelly Gerdts Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Kelly Gerdts's Minnesota Senate Experience February 2014 - May 2014
Job Pooler with US Bank
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
U.S. Bank   March 2015 - Present
U.S. Bank   July 2014 - March 2015
Minnesota Senate   February 2014 - May 2014
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage  October 2012 - January 2014
Office of Governor Terry Branstad   January 2012 - April 2012
The Simpsonian  August 2011 - April 2012
Simpson College  May 2010 - April 2012
Residence Hall Association  April 2010 - April 2012
Scott County, Iowa  May 2011 - August 2011
Scott County, Iowa  May 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Social Media, Editing, Journalism, Writing, Facebook, Event Planning, Word, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Blogging, Higher Education, English, Microsoft Word

Education
Simpson College   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts, English, Multimedia Journalism

Durant High School   2004 — 2008
High School Diploma

Susan Tsakakis Susan Tsakakis Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Susan Tsakakis's Minnesota Senate Experience December 1987 - January 1990
Job Strategic Communications to drive business results
Industry Financial Services
Experience
Thrivent Financial  June 2011 - Present
Thrivent Financial  November 2006 - June 2011
Milliman  October 2004 - November 2006
Mn Board of Water and Soil Resources   January 1990 - June 2000
Minnesota Senate   December 1987 - January 1990

Skills
Research, Project Planning, Leadership, Financial Services, Corporate Communications, Creative Direction, Process Improvement, InDesign, Customer Service, Publications, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Event Planning, Strategic Communications, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Newsletters

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1980 — 1985
Journalism

Chelsea Magadance Chelsea Magadance Saint Paul, Minnesota Details
Chelsea Magadance's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2013 - Present
Job Committee Administrator at Minnesota Senate
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Minnesota Senate   January 2013 - Present
Minnesota Senate   August 2008 - December 2012
Metropolitan Council  May 2008 - August 2008
Amherst H. Wilder Foundation  September 2007 - August 2008
Hennepin County  2001 - 2006

Skills
Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Legislation, Legislative Research, Program Evaluation, Politics, Political Campaigns, Grassroots Organizing, Coalitions, Policy Analysis, Public Affairs, Constituent Services, State Government, Government, Policy

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2005 — 2008
Master of Public Policy

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International Relations

Jake Hauschild Jake Hauschild Northfield, Minnesota Details
Jake Hauschild's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2013 - May 2013
Job Field Canvasser at TakeAction Minnesota
Industry Political Organization
Experience
TakeAction Minnesota  September 2015 - Present
St. Olaf College  January 2012 - May 2015
Exploration School, Inc.   June 2014 - August 2014
Instituto de Estudios Ecuatorianos   September 2013 - December 2013
Rice County Government   June 2013 - August 2013
Minnesota Senate   January 2013 - May 2013
St. Olaf College  August 2012 - May 2013
Good Earth Village  June 2012 - August 2012
Concordia Language Villages  June 2010 - August 2011

Skills
Organizational..., Spanish-speaking, Social Media Marketing, Diversity & Inclusion, Curriculum Design, Creative Problem Solving, Organization, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Reporting, Quantitative Research, Writing, Oral Communication, Experience Working with..., Supervisory Experience, Program Coordination, Teaching, Spanish

Education
St. Olaf College   2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science; Latin American Studies

Kasson Mantorville High School

Eryn Carlson Eryn Carlson Boston, Massachusetts Details
Eryn Carlson's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2010 - June 2010
Job Editorial Assistant, Nieman Reports at Nieman Foundation for Journalism
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Nieman Foundation for Journalism at Harvard University  May 2015 - Present
The Boston Globe  October 2014 - Present
The Boston Globe  December 2013 - July 2014
Spectrum Literary Arts Magazine   May 2011 - June 2014
The Patriot Ledger  January 2013 - July 2013
Minnesota Senate   January 2010 - June 2010

Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Blogging, InDesign, WordPress, Facebook, Editing, News Writing, AP Style, Proofreading, Copy Editing, Journalism, Social Media, Storytelling

Education
Northeastern University   2010 — 2015
Journalism, English

Queen Mary, U. of London   2012 — 2012

Claire Robling Claire Robling Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Claire Robling's Minnesota Senate Experience January 1997 - January 2013
Job Communications and Legislative Coordinator at Scott County
Industry Government Relations
Experience
Scott County  January 2013 - Present
Minnesota Senate   January 1997 - January 2013
Savage Pacer   June 1994 - July 1996

Skills
Communications, State Government, photography, newspaper layout and..., News Edit Pro, public speaking, Microsoft Word, Politics, Legislative Relations, Photography, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Political Campaigns, Community Outreach, Government, Coalitions, Legislation, Public Policy, Policy

Education
College of St. Catherine

Chaska High School

Michael Wilhelmi Michael Wilhelmi Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Michael Wilhelmi's Minnesota Senate Experience 1997 - 2002
Job President at Wilhelmi Government Affairs
Industry Government Relations
Experience
Wilhelmi Government Affairs   October 2014 - Present
Ewald Consulting  November 2012 - September 2014
Wilhelmi Government Affairs   2008 - 2012
City of Saint Paul  2006 - 2008
Minnesota Private College Council  2002 - 2006
Minnesota Senate   1997 - 2002
US Navy  February 1989 - October 1998

Skills
Public Policy, Public Affairs, Legislative Relations, Building Coalitions, Strategic Communications, Message Development, Community Outreach, Grassroots Organizing, Non-profits, Politics, Policy Analysis, Media Relations, Policy, Government, Fundraising, Public Relations, Higher Education, Crisis Communications, Community Development, Nonprofits, Legislation, Volunteer Management, Grants, Political Consulting, Community Engagement, Economic Development, Political Communication, Speech Writing, Strategy, Press Releases, Proposal Writing, Coalitions, Internal Communications, Governmental Affairs, Political Campaigns, Newsletters, Community Organizing, Association Management, Spokesperson, State Government, Political Science, Coalition Development, Legislative Research, Grant Writing, Political Strategy, Legislative Affairs, Local Government, Reputation Management, Communications Planning, Constituent Services

Education
Saint John's University   1988 — 1992
BA, Government

Eric Moen Eric Moen Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Eric Moen's Minnesota Senate Experience August 2005 - June 2006
Job Director of Constituent Services at Office of Senator John Hoeven
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Minnesota House Republican Campaign Committee   September 2010 - November 2010
State of Minnesota - Office of Enterprise Technology - Enterprise Security Office   August 2008 - February 2009
Minnesota House of Representatives  January 2004 - August 2008
Minnesota Senate Republican Campaign Committee   June 2006 - November 2006
Minnesota Senate   August 2005 - June 2006
State of Minnesota - Office of Governor Tim Pawlenty   May 2004 - June 2005
North Dakota Legislative Assembly   December 2002 - May 2003
NBC - KUMV-TV Meyer Broadcasting   August 1993 - August 1997

Skills
Press Releases, Legislative Relations, Event Planning, Public Policy, Public Relations, Policy Analysis, Public Speaking, Crisis Communications, Government, Grants, Management, Research, Campaigns, Grassroots Organizing, Policy, Politics, Editing, Constituent Services, Nonprofits, Political Campaigns, Community Development, Strategic Planning, Legislative Research, Legislation, Community Outreach, Strategic Communications, Speech Writing, Legal Writing, Training, Program Management, Leadership, State Government, Strategy, Volunteer Management, Public Affairs, Fundraising, Media Relations, Grassroots

Education
North Dakota State University   1998 — 2002

Williston High School

Williston High School

Scott Dibble Scott Dibble Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Scott Dibble's Minnesota Senate Experience SenatorMinnesota State Senate2002 - Present
Job Senator at Minnesota Senate
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Minnesota Senate   SenatorMinnesota State Senate2002 - Present
Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party  2000 - Present
Minnesota for Dean   2005 - 2006
Minnesota House of Representatives  2002 - 2003

Skills
Civil Litigation, Coalitions, Community Development, Community Engagement, Community Organizing, Community Outreach, Constituent Services, Customer Service, Data Analysis, Economic Development, Editing, Event Management, Event Planning, Fundraising, Government, Grant Writing, Grants, Grassroots, Grassroots Organizing, Leadership, Leadership Development, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Legislative Affairs, Legislation, Legislative Relations, Legislative Research, Litigation, Media Relations, Mediation, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Non-profit..., Non-profits, Nonprofits, Organizational..., Policy, Policy Analysis, Political Campaigns, Political Communication, Political Consulting, Political Science, Politics, PowerPoint, Press Releases, Program Development, Program Evaluation, Public Relations, Public Policy

Education
Apple Valley High School

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Nolan Morice Nolan Morice Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Nolan Morice's Minnesota Senate Experience 2008 - 2008
Job Cofounder/Codirector at Line Break Media
Industry Civic & Social Organization
Experience
Line Break Media   November 2010 - Present
Capella University  March 2010 - January 2012
Substance  August 2007 - November 2010
Minnesota Senate   2008 - 2008

Skills
Video Production, Publicity, Event Management, Event Planning, Press Releases, Narrative Development, Marketing, Sound, Video Editing, Community Outreach, Editing, Volunteer Management, Media Relations, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Social Networking, Narrative, Strategic Communications, Public Speaking

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science

Jess Myers Jess Myers Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Jess Myers's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2001 - January 2011
Job Public Relations Specialist at Ewald Consulting
Industry Internet
Experience
Ewald Consulting  January 2011 - Present
Associated Press  1999 - Present
InsideCollegeHockey.com   October 2002 - September 2012
Minnesota Senate   January 2001 - January 2011

Education
University of Minnesota-Duluth   1987 — 1991
BA, Communication/Journalism

Kathy Saltzman Kathy Saltzman Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Kathy Saltzman's Minnesota Senate Experience 2007 - 2010
Job Minnesota State Director for StudentsFirst
Industry Government Relations
Experience
StudentsFirst  2012 - 2014
Minnesota Education Corps  2011 - 2012
Minnesota Senate   2007 - 2010
Schools for Equity in Education   1996 - 2006

Skills
Program Management, Policy, Fundraising, Legal Research, Event Planning, Legislative Relations, Grassroots Organizing, Legislation, Community Outreach, Leadership Development, Teaching, Economic Development, Government, Nonprofits, Coalitions, Editing, Community Organizing, Public Policy, Press Releases, Water Quality, Strategy, Marketing, Policy Analysis, Legislative Research, Public Relations, Program Development, State Government, Staff Development, Grant Writing, Volunteer Management, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Literacy, Teacher Training, Social Media, Political Campaigns, Public Affairs, Political Communication, Community Development, Research, Strategic Communications, Non-profits, Political Consulting, Media Relations, Program Evaluation, Home Warranty, Crisis Communications

Education
University of Iowa

Matthew Parris Matthew Parris Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Matthew Parris's Minnesota Senate Experience December 2012 - November 2013
Job Political Organizer at St. Paul Regional Labor Federation
Industry Political Organization
Experience
St Paul Regional Labor Federation, AFL-CIO   2014 - Present
Minnesota Senate   December 2012 - November 2013
Minnesota DFL Senate Caucus   May 2012 - December 2012
Minnesota Senate   January 2012 - May 2012
Minnesota DFL Senate Caucus   October 2011 - January 2012
We Are Wisconsin  June 2011 - August 2011
SEIU Healthcare Wisconsin   March 2011 - June 2011
Dayton Recount Committee   November 2010 - December 2010
Minnesota DFL Senate Caucus   May 2010 - November 2010
Tom Bakk for Governor   February 2010 - April 2010

Skills
Fundraising, Grassroots Organizing, Strategic Communications, Political Campaigns, Legislative Relations, Program Development, Community Organizing, Coalitions, Legislation, Politics, Political Communication, Political Consulting

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2004 — 2009
Communications Studies, Communications

Sean Nienow Sean Nienow Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Sean Nienow's Minnesota Senate Experience November 2010 - Present
Job MN State Senator
Industry Government Relations
Experience
Minnesota Senate   November 2010 - Present
United States House of Representatives  January 2007 - January 2008
Minnesota State Senate  2003 - January 2007
American Express Financial Advisors  1989 - 2003

Skills
Public Policy, Legislative Relations, Government, Political Campaigns, Policy Analysis, Grassroots Organizing, Legislation, Policy, Strategic Communications, Politics, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Economic Development

Education
Northwestern College

Michael Brodkorb Michael Brodkorb Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Michael Brodkorb's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2011 - December 2011
Job Michael Brodkorb is an Experienced Communications, Social Media, Public Affairs & Research Consultant
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Self-Employed  January 2012 - Present
Minnesota Senate   January 2011 - December 2011
Minnesota Senate   December 2008 - December 2010
Republican Party of Minnesota  May 2005 - June 2005
Republican Party of Minnesota  September 2002 - May 2005
Republican Party of Minnesota  March 2002 - September 2002
Minnesota Senate   December 1999 - March 2002
Minnesota Senate   September 1999 - November 2000
Republican Party of Minnesota/Norm Coleman for Governor   February 1998 - November 1998
Strategic Telecommunications  December 1996 - August 1997

Skills
Communication, Crisis Communications, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Opposition Research, Research, Social Media

Education
Forest Lake Senior High School

University of Minnesota-Duluth

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Kari Schwab Kari Schwab Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Kari Schwab's Minnesota Senate Experience March 2011 - March 2013
Job Community Program Assistant at Minnesota Agricultural Education Leadership Council (MAELC)
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Minnesota Agricultural Education Leadership Council (MAELC)   March 2013 - Present
Minnesota Senate   March 2011 - March 2013
Minnesota Senate   January 2011 - March 2011
Nordstrom  August 2010 - January 2011
Kohl's Department Stores  June 2009 - August 2009

Skills
Strategic Communications, Agriculture, Research, Customer Service, Government Liason, Public Speaking, Teaching, Management, Organization, Public Relations, Event Planning, Social Media, Newsletters, Politics, Legislative Relations, Government

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2007 — 2010
B.S. Agricultural and Food Business Management, Marketing, Sales, and Food Industry Management Emphasis

Andrea Waudby Andrea Waudby Duluth, Minnesota Details
Andrea Waudby's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2014 - May 2014
Job Customer Service/Sales Assistant at Ultimate Events
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Ultimate Events   December 2014 - Present
Noodles & Company  October 2008 - December 2014
Alliance for a Better Minnesota  May 2014 - August 2014
Minnesota Senate   January 2014 - May 2014
UMD Stores  September 2011 - December 2013
Minnesota DFL Party  June 2012 - November 2012

Skills
Management, Food, Menu Development, Microsoft Office, Restaurants, Event Planning, Time Management, Customer Service, Teamwork, Social Media, Public Speaking, Leadership

Education
University of Minnesota-Duluth   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Criminology

Ayesha Carlson Ayesha Carlson Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Ayesha Carlson's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2014 - Present
Job Intern at Minnesota Senate
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Minnesota Senate   January 2014 - Present
University of Minnesota University Dining Services   January 2012 - Present
Accurate Home Care  July 2009 - Present
Dodson Pain Consultants   April 2013 - December 2013

Skills
Spanish-speaking, Translation, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, ESL, English, Medical Interpretation, Consecutive..., Sight translation, Simultaneous..., Volunteering, Team Leadership, Organization, Communication, Action Plan Development, Linguistics, Intercultural..., International Relations

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Spanish studies

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Global Studies

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2010 — 2014
Certificate, Language Interpretation and Translation

Jen Bruntlett Jen Bruntlett Saint Paul, Minnesota Details
Jen Bruntlett's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2013 - Present
Job Committee Administrator and Leadership Assistant at Minnesota Senate
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Minnesota Senate   January 2013 - Present
Minnesota Senate   October 2007 - January 2013
Northwestern Mutual  June 2006 - September 2007

Skills
State Government, Policy, Politics, Training, Legislative Relations, Community Outreach, Legislation, Policy Analysis, Leadership, Constituent Services, Grassroots Organizing, Public Policy, Government, Management, Political Communication, Public Affairs, Political Campaigns, Legislative Research, Coalitions, Social Media Marketing, Research, Strategic Communications, Political Science, Economic Development, Legislative Affairs

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2002 — 2006
BSB in General Management, major in Political Science

Conrad Zbikowski Conrad Zbikowski Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Conrad Zbikowski's Minnesota Senate Experience September 2011 - July 2012
Job Communications Director at the Minnesota Student Association
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Synergetic Endeavors   June 2015 - September 2015
Synergetic Endeavors   June 2015 - September 2015
University of Minnesota  July 2012 - December 2013
Jacob Frey For Our City   December 2012 - November 2013
Klobuchar for Minnesota  May 2012 - August 2012
Minnesota Senate   September 2011 - July 2012
Roundy's Supermarkets, Inc.   June 2010 - March 2011

Skills
Web Development, Economics, Political Communication, Community Outreach, Data Analysis, Graphic Design, Video Editing, Video Production, Videography, Video, Online Video, International Economics, Economic Research, Development Economics, Web Design, Web, Web Applications, Website Development, Website Management, Wordpress, Wordpress Design, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, After Effects, Access, Photoshop, Photography, WordPress

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2011 — 2015
Bachelors of Arts, Economics

Mounds View Senior High School   2007 — 2011
Honors

Thomas Sheridan Thomas Sheridan Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Thomas Sheridan's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2009 - May 2009
Job Director of Government Affairs at National Head Start Association
Industry Legislative Office
Experience
National Head Start Association  January 2015 - Present
National Head Start Association  November 2011 - January 2015
National Head Start Association  February 2010 - November 2011
National Head Start Association  May 2009 - February 2010
Minnesota Senate   January 2009 - May 2009
Ellison for Congress   September 2008 - November 2008

Skills
Non-profits, Legislative Relations, Politics, Team Building, Policy Analysis, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Public Policy, Public Speaking, Policy, Research, Program Development, Event Planning, Volunteer Management, Social Media, Political Campaigns, Program Evaluation, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Nonprofits, Government, Leadership Development, Program Management, Legislative Affairs

Education
The George Washington University   2012 — 2014
Master's of Public Administration (MPA), Social Policy Leadership

Saint Louis University   2004 — 2008
Honors BA, Political Science, International Studies

Cretin-Derham Hall High School   2000 — 2004
High School diploma

Robert Tennessen Robert Tennessen Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Robert Tennessen's Minnesota Senate Experience 1971 - 1983
Job Owner, Tennessen Law, PLC
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Tennessen Law, PLC   February 2008 - Present
Gray Plant Mooty  January 1998 - February 2008
O'Connor & Hannan LLP   1988 - 1997
Minnesota Senate   1971 - 1983

Skills
Government, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, State Government, Policy Analysis, Legislative Relations, Legal Research, Corporate Governance, Public Relations, Litigation, Public Policy, Leadership, Administrative Law, Product Liability, Strategic Communications, Research, Intellectual Property, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Policy, Legal Writing, Appeals, Corporate Law, Media Relations, Non-profits, Licensing, Mergers, Mediation, Private Equity, Arbitration, Grassroots Organizing, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Political Campaigns, Due Diligence, Politics, Legislation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Alternative Dispute..., Business Transactions, Trade Secrets, Employment Law, Legal Issues, Joint Ventures, Bankruptcy, Trusts, Dispute Resolution, Wills, Legal Assistance, Litigation Support

Education
University of Minnesota Law School   1965 — 1968
JD, Law

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1961 — 1965
BA, Economics

Scot Crockett Scot Crockett Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Scot Crockett's Minnesota Senate Experience 1998 - 1999
Job Senior Management Public/Government Affairs & Policy Communications Professional
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Issues Impact Group, LLC   June 2009 - Present
Jeff Johnson for Governor   May 2014 - September 2014
DDC Advocacy  April 2013 - April 2014
DCI Group  March 2005 - April 2009
McCain for President   2008 - 2008
U.S. Department of Labor   September 2004 - February 2005
New York State Athletic Commission   November 2002 - November 2003
Friends of Pataki   February 2001 - November 2002
Kline for US Congress   August 1999 - November 2000
Minnesota Senate   1998 - 1999

Skills
Political Campaigns, Grassroots Organizing, Politics, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications, Public Policy, Legislative Relations, Political Consulting, Fundraising, Government, Public Relations, Strategy, Policy Analysis, Media Relations, Coalitions, Campaigns, Message Development, Community Development, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Crisis Communications, Policy, Leadership, Legislation, Spokesperson, Corporate Communications, Non-profits, Strategic Planning, Research, Economic Development, Event Planning, Coalition Building, Public Speaking, New Media, Issue Advocacy, Legislative Affairs, Management, Grassroots, Social Media, Political Communication, Press Releases, Political Science, Volunteer Management

Education
Ripon College

Natalie Winters Natalie Winters Washington, District Of Columbia Details
Natalie Winters's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2010 - May 2010
Job Legislative Assistant at U.S. House of Representatives
Industry Government Relations
Experience
U.S. House of Representatives   December 2012 - July 2015
Employment Justice Center  February 2014 - March 2014
U.S. House of Representatives   March 2012 - December 2012
U.S. House of Representatives   September 2011 - March 2012
Tortilla Coast  July 2011 - September 2011
U.S. House of Representatives   July 2011 - September 2011
University of Minnesota Office of Admissions  December 2009 - December 2010
United States Senate  June 2010 - August 2010
Minnesota Senate   January 2010 - May 2010

Skills
Legislation, Legislative Relations, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Policy, Policy Analysis, Grassroots Organizing, International Relations

Education
University of California, Berkeley - School of Law   2015 — 2018
Juris Doctor (J.D.)

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2007 — 2011
BA, Global Studies, Political Science

Katelyn Peret Katelyn Peret Raleigh, North Carolina Details
Katelyn Peret's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2012 - May 2012
Job Youth Director at YMCA of the Triangle
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
YMCA of the Triangle  August 2014 - Present
YMCA of the Triangle  September 2013 - August 2014
Camp Sea Gull and Camp Seafarer  October 2012 - September 2013
J.Crew  November 2009 - February 2013
Camp Sea Gull and Camp Seafarer  May 2012 - August 2012
Minnesota Senate   January 2012 - May 2012
Camp Sea Gull and Camp Seafarer  May 2011 - August 2011
Camp Sea Gull and Camp Seafarer  May 2010 - August 2010
Camp Sea Gull and Camp Seafarer  May 2007 - August 2009

Skills
Leadership, Nonprofits, Customer Service, Team Building, Training, Social Media, Social Networking, Program Management, Fundraising, Sales

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science

University of South Carolina-Columbia   2008 — 2009

Debra Fitzpatrick Debra Fitzpatrick Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Debra Fitzpatrick's Minnesota Senate Experience January 1986 - January 1991
Job Director at Center on Women and Public Policy, Humphrey Institute, University of Minnesota
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Center on Women and Public Policy, Humphrey School, University of Minnesota   November 2009 - Present
Center on Women and Public Policy, Humphrey School, University of Minnesota   March 2006 - December 2009
Center for School Change, Humphrey School, University of Minnesota   1997 - 2006
School of Public Health, University of Minnesota  1991 - 1996
Minnesota Senate   January 1986 - January 1991

Skills
Program Evaluation, Fundraising, Grant Writing, Research, Nonprofits, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Program Development, Volunteer Management, Community Organizing, Policy Analysis, Policy, Community Development, Event Planning, Grants

Education
Humphrey School, University of Minnesota   1989 — 1996
MA, Public Policy, Public/Nonprofit Management

University of Minnesota   1983 — 1996
BA, Political Science

Jim Hoskyn Jim Hoskyn Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Jim Hoskyn's Minnesota Senate Experience January 1994 - June 1995
Job Experienced Communications/Public Relations Professional
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Roosevelt High School, Minneapolis Public Schools   July 2009 - June 2012
OfficeTeam  November 2007 - April 2009
Ceridian  March 2002 - February 2007
Barnes & Noble  September 1999 - October 2002
Pro Staff  July 1999 - February 2002
American Collectors Association, Inc.   January 1996 - June 1999
Pro Staff  July 1994 - December 1995
Minnesota Senate   January 1994 - June 1995
Minnesota House of Representatives  November 1989 - January 1993
Minnesota Technical College System   February 1988 - October 1989

Skills
Writing, Editing, Associated Press style, Web Content, Publications, Research, Photojournalism, Public Speaking, Presentations, Event Planning, Event Management, Public Relations, Media Relations, Community Engagement, Community Outreach, Public Affairs, Legislative Affairs, Legislative Relations, Building Relationships, Team Building, Collaborative Problem..., Social Media, Microsoft Office, Newsletters, Press Releases, Nonprofits, Public Policy, Fundraising, Strategic Communications, Leadership, Internal Communications, Volunteer Management, Program Development, Crisis Communications, Blogging, Grant Writing, Speech Writing, Community Development, Proofreading, Management, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, Web Content Management, Politics, News Writing, Social Networking, Creative Writing, Proposal Writing

Education
University of Iowa   1978 — 1982
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism, Political Science

Mark Hastie Mark Hastie Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Mark Hastie's Minnesota Senate Experience December 2008 - May 2009
Job Audit Director Enforcement Division at Minnesota Department of Commerce
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Minnesota Department of Commerce  April 2014 - Present
University of St. Thomas School of Law  2008 - Present
Contract Litigation Attorney   September 2013 - April 2014
Hanson, Lulic & Krall, LLC   April 2013 - August 2013
Kroll Ontrack  September 2011 - April 2013
Robins, Kaplan, Miller & Ciresi L.L.P.   September 2011 - January 2013
Murnane Brandt  May 2012 - May 2012
Arthur Chapman  February 2010 - September 2011
J.F. Henderson Law   August 2009 - November 2009
Minnesota Senate   December 2008 - May 2009

Skills
Legal Writing, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, Product Liability, Non-profits, Government Experience, Westlaw, Appeals, Document Review, Legal Issues, Criminal Law, Immigration Law, Depositions, Mediation, Trials, Trademarks, Corporate Law, Nonprofits, Wills, Courts, Intellectual Property, Bankruptcy, Litigation Support

Education
University of Saint Thomas School of Law   2005 — 2008
J.D. Cum Laude, Law

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2000 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts, With Distinction, History

Eric Pratt Eric Pratt Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Eric Pratt's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2013 - Present
Job Sr. Vice President Credit Administration at US Bank
Industry Financial Services
Experience
Minnesota Senate   January 2013 - Present
US Bank  December 2009 - Present
Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools  January 2000 - July 2012
US Bank  October 2008 - December 2009
Target Financial Services  June 1998 - September 2008
Target  1998 - September 2008
FirstPlus Financial  1997 - 1998
First Bank Systems  1992 - 1996
ITT Consumer Finance  1988 - 1992

Skills
Strategic Planning, New Business Development, SOX, Fraud Prevention, Strategy Development, Credit Analysis, Credit Risk, Credit Cards, Credit Scoring, Strategy, Process Improvement, Risk Management, Fraud, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Banking, Change Management, Leadership, CRM, Cross-functional Team..., Sales, Finance, Financial Analysis, Team Leadership, Mergers & Acquisitions, Credit, Business Process, Portfolio Management, Financial Services, Financial Risk, Analytics, Integration, Business Analysis, Vendor Management, Business Process..., Forecasting, Management, Executive Management, Retail, Business Strategy, Financial Modeling, Management Consulting, Business Planning, Relationship Management, Strategic Financial..., Business Development, Analysis

Education
University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business   1990 — 1993
MBA, Finance

University of Colorado at Boulder   1985 — 1987
BA, Economics

Prior Lake HS

Al Uhl Al Uhl Saint Paul, Minnesota Details
Al Uhl's Minnesota Senate Experience 1989 - 1996
Job Health Care Education Trainer at Minnesota Department of Human Services
Industry E-Learning
Experience
Minnesota Department of Human Services  February 2015 - Present
Badiyan   June 2008 - January 2015
Allen Interactions  November 2004 - March 2008
Incarnation   August 2001 - November 2004
Twin Cities eMedia   September 1999 - August 2001
Stay-At-Home Dad  1996 - 1999
Minnesota Senate   1989 - 1996

Skills
Instructional Design, E-learning, E-Learning, Custom Content..., Interactive Learning, Flash, Instructor-led Training, Content Strategy, Editing, ADDIE, SCORM, Copywriting, Learning Management, Content Development, Needs Analysis, Blended Learning, Training, Writing, Learning Management...

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Speech Communication, Communication, Television Production, Creative Writing

Ruby Hocker Ruby Hocker Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Ruby Hocker's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2009 - May 2009
Job Coordinator, American Lung Association in Minnesota
Industry Political Organization
Experience
American Lung Association in Minnesota  November 2013 - Present
League of Women Voters Minneapolis  June 2014 - June 2015
League of Women Voters Minneapolis  June 2013 - June 2014
City of Minneapolis  August 2010 - November 2013
League of Women Voters Minneapolis  June 2010 - June 2013
National MS Society  May 2012 - November 2012
League of Women Voters Minnesota  February 2012 - April 2012
FairVote Minnesota   May 2009 - November 2009
The Tri-College NEW (National Education for Women's) Leadership Development Institute   June 2009 - June 2009
Minnesota Senate   January 2009 - May 2009

Skills
Grassroots Organizing, Leadership, Legislation, Microsoft Office, Volunteer Management, Customer Service, Community Outreach, Social Media, Minnesota Election Law, Voter Education..., Volunteer Recruitment, Social Media Outreach, Customer Engagement, Team Leadership, Database Administration, Website Administration, Blogging, Development Of..., 501c3, 10 Key, Nonprofits, Public Speaking

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2005 — 2009
Bachelor's, Political Science

Jack Dwyer Jack Dwyer Cedar Rapids, Iowa Area Details
Jack Dwyer's Minnesota Senate Experience December 2014 - September 2015
Job Field Director at Scott Walker for America
Industry Political Organization
Experience
Scott Walker, Inc.   September 2015 - Present
Minnesota Senate   December 2014 - September 2015
Torrey Westrom for Congress   July 2014 - November 2014
Dave Thompson for Governor   May 2014 - May 2014
The Brushfire Group   August 2013 - April 2014
Dave Thompson for Governor   June 2013 - August 2013
MN Senate Republican Caucus   January 2013 - May 2013
Kurt Bills for U.S. Senate   June 2012 - November 2012
Winona Area Chamber of Commerce   January 2012 - May 2012
Connolly Kuhl Group   June 2011 - August 2011

Skills
Leadership, Public Policy, Strategic Communications, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Social Media, Community Outreach, Politics, Political Campaigns, Policy, Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Fundraising, Field Operations, Grassroots Organizing, Strategy, Public Relations, Political Communication, Government, Volunteer Management, Public Affairs, Research, Spanish, Legislative Relations, Project Planning, Leadership Development, Community Development, Event Management, Policy Analysis, Press Releases, Nonprofits, Media Relations, Analysis, Editing, Management, Facebook, Grant Writing, Customer Service, Data Analysis, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Speech Writing, Blogging

Education
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Spanish

Janice Tweet Janice Tweet Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Janice Tweet's Minnesota Senate Experience 2013 - Present
Job Legislative Assistant at Minnesota Senate
Industry Legislative Office
Experience
Minnesota Senate   2013 - Present
Ramsey County Elections  2010 - 2013
United States Senate  2007 - 2009

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2009 — 2011
Master of Public Policy

The University of North Dakota   2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science

Grand Forks Central High School

Grand Forks Central High School

Mary Haasl Mary Haasl Saint Paul, Minnesota Details
Mary Haasl's Minnesota Senate Experience June 2013 - August 2013
Job Legal Intern at University of Iowa Legal Clinic
Industry Public Policy
Experience
University of Iowa College of Law  June 2015 - Present
St. Olaf Alumni and Parent Relations   May 2015 - Present
St. Olaf College  September 2013 - Present
Pat Finucane Centre   February 2015 - May 2015
Ramsey County Attorney's Office  May 2014 - August 2014
St. Olaf College  August 2013 - May 2014
Minnesota Senate   June 2013 - August 2013
Read and Counts   September 2012 - February 2013
Minnesota Department of Health  June 2011 - September 2011

Skills
Oral & Written..., Motivated self-starter, Solid computer skills, High Organizational..., Skilled Communicator, Research, Policy, Critical Thinking, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Program Development, Higher Education, Tutoring, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Communication, Social Networking, Event Planning, Public Speaking

Education
St. Olaf College   2012 — 2016
Bachelor's Degree, Political Science and Economics

University of Ulster- Magee, Northern Ireland

HECUA's Ecuador Study Abroad Program: Social and Political Transformation

Champlin Park High School   2008 — 2012

Cari Wikman Cari Wikman Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Cari Wikman's Minnesota Senate Experience April 2009 - July 2009
Job Business Analyst at Target
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
Target  September 2013 - Present
Carlson Brand Enterprise  January 2012 - May 2013
Target  June 2012 - August 2012
Minneapolis Biomass Exchange   February 2011 - August 2011
Minnesota Senate   April 2009 - July 2009

Skills
French

Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marketing, International Business, and Sustainability

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Chris Van Guilder Chris Van Guilder Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Chris Van Guilder's Minnesota Senate Experience October 2011 - January 2012
Job Supervisor of Customer Experience at Starkey Hearing Technologies
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Starkey Hearing Technologies  August 2014 - Present
Starkey Hearing Technologies  July 2013 - August 2014
Americans for Prosperity Foundation  February 2013 - June 2013
Rick Berg for Senate   January 2012 - January 2013
Minnesota Senate   October 2011 - January 2012
Minnesota Senate   January 2011 - October 2011
TomEmmerforGovernor   May 2010 - January 2011
Tom Emmer for Governor   November 2009 - May 2010
UnitedHealth Group  June 2008 - November 2009
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University  August 2004 - May 2008

Skills
Media Relations, Public Relations, Policy Analysis, Politics, Social Media, Speech Writing, Political Campaigns, Journalism, Crisis Communications, Press Releases, Strategy, Strategic Planning, Community Development, Internal Communications, Nonprofits, Creative Direction, Public Speaking, Legislative Policy, Crisis Management, Social Media Marketing, Radio, Event Planning, Legislative Relations, Newsletters, Government, Leadership, International Relations, Campaigns, Public Affairs, Project Management, Community Outreach, Management, Spokesperson, Public Policy, Training, Editing, Corporate Communications, Budgets, Fundraising, Strategic Communications, Coalitions, Grassroots Organizing

Education
Saint John's University   2004 — 2008
BA, Political Science, Economics

University of Notre Dame Australia   2007 — 2007
Political Science and Government

Evan Nelson Evan Nelson Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Evan Nelson's Minnesota Senate Experience December 2014 - Present
Job Legislative Assistant at Minnesota Senate
Industry Political Organization
Experience
Minnesota Senate   December 2014 - Present
YLPAC   July 2014 - November 2014
Thompson for Governor   January 2014 - June 2014

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government

Eli Greenberg Eli Greenberg Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Eli Greenberg's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2011 - May 2011
Job Wells Fargo Capital Finance | Enterprise Resources
Industry Financial Services
Experience
Wells Fargo Capital Finance  June 2015 - Present
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage  August 2012 - June 2015
Liberal Democrats  July 2011 - August 2011
Minnesota Senate   January 2011 - May 2011
R.T. Rybak for Governor   February 2010 - April 2010

Skills
Research, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, VBA, Outlook, Access, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, HTML, Mac OS X, Windows, Photoshop, SPSS, Firefox, CSS

Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management   2014 — 2018
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance/Information Systems

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2008 — 2012
B.A. magna cum laude with distinction, Political Science, History

Taina Maki Taina Maki Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Taina Maki's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2013 - January 2014
Job Firm Administrator, Baillon Thome Jozwiak & Wanta LLP
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Baillon Thome Jozwiak & Wanta LLP  December 2014 - Present
PNHP Minnesota (Physicians for a National Health Program)   January 2014 - January 2015
Minnesota Senate   January 2013 - January 2014
Minnesotans United for All Families  June 2011 - December 2012
Midwest Democracy Network   January 2011 - September 2011
John Marty for Governor   December 2009 - May 2010
Hubert H. Humphrey Institute for Public Affairs   September 2008 - December 2009
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits  2007 - August 2008
OutFront Minnesota  2004 - 2007
TakeAction Minnesota  January 2006 - December 2006

Skills
Non-profits, Public Policy, Program Management, Political Campaigns, Politics, Media Relations, Event Planning, Research, Community Development, Newsletters, Policy, Workshop Facilitation, Philanthropy, Teaching, Non-profit..., Strategic Planning, Editing, Organizational..., Social Media, Legislative Relations, Qualitative Research, Nonprofits

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2007 — 2009
Master of Public Affairs, Social Policy

University of Wisconsin-Madison   1992 — 1995
MS, Sociology

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1982 — 1987
B.I.S, Public Policy, Child Development, Sociology

Betsy Graca Betsy Graca Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Betsy Graca's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2009 - May 2010
Job Copywriter at Catapult Marketing
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Catapult Marketing  April 2013 - Present
Catapult Marketing  March 2012 - March 2013
Thomson Reuters  July 2010 - March 2012
Minnesota Senate   January 2009 - May 2010
Target  May 2009 - December 2009
The Minnesota Daily  August 2007 - August 2008

Skills
Editing, Writing, Copy Editing, Proofreading, Social Media, Research, Interviewing Skills, Fact-checking, Blogging, Ap Style, Marketing Communications, Copywriting, Social Media Marketing, Magazines, Brand Development, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Newsletters, Publications, Editorial, Direct Mail, Website Creation, Concept Development, Content Strategy

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2004 — 2008
English, English Language and Literature, General

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General

Nick Bengtson, CEM Nick Bengtson, CEM Portland, Oregon Details
Nick Bengtson, CEM's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2006 - May 2006
Job Program Manager at CLEAResult
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
CLEAResult  April 2015 - Present
CLEAResult  October 2014 - April 2015
PECI  November 2013 - October 2014
PECI  April 2011 - October 2013
PECI  January 2010 - April 2011
PECI  December 2008 - December 2009
Bristol, England City Council   January 2007 - March 2007
Minnesota Senate   January 2006 - May 2006

Skills
Energy Efficiency, Energy Management, Project Management, Technical Writing, Data Analysis, Research, Sustainability, Process Improvement, Strategy, Analysis, Demand Response, Energy, Energy Audits, Energy Conservation, Energy Policy

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2003 — 2006
B.S., Environment and Natural Resources - Policy, Planning, and Law

Michelle Benson Michelle Benson Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Michelle Benson's Minnesota Senate Experience December 2012 - Present
Job Human Services Committee Lead
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Results First Advisory Committee   September 2015 - Present
Governor's Task Force on Health Care Financing   August 2015 - Present
Legislative Audit Commission   January 2013 - Present
Governor's Heath Care Workforce Commission   June 2014 - Present
Minnesota Senate   December 2012 - Present
Minnesota Senate   December 2012 - Present
Minnesota Senate   January 2013 - Present
Micra Enterprises   2013 - 2015
Johnson for Governor   June 2014 - November 2014
Thompson for Governor   July 2013 - May 2014

Skills
Government, Public Policy, Policy, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Legislation, Strategic Planning, Policy Analysis, Political Campaigns, Grassroots Organizing, Legislative Relations, Economic Development, Fundraising, Management, Volunteer Management, Media Relations, Analysis, Leadership Development, State Government, Leadership, Grants, Nonprofits, Public Relations, Team Building, Event Planning, Strategic Communications, Research, Speech Writing, Program Management, Budgets, Politics, Public Affairs, Program Development, Political Science, Grassroots

Education
University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business   1994 — 1995
MBA, Accounting

St. Catherine University   1987 — 1991
BA, Chemistry

Alexis Russell, MPH Alexis Russell, MPH Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Alexis Russell, MPH's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2014 - May 2014
Job Assistant to the Commissioner of Labor and Industry
Industry Public Policy
Experience
State of Minnesota  August 2015 - Present
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota  September 2014 - July 2015
State Health Access Data Assistance Center (SHADAC)   May 2014 - May 2015
Office of Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton   June 2014 - August 2014
Minnesota Senate   January 2014 - May 2014
University of Minnesota School of Public Health  January 2014 - May 2014
University of Minnesota School of Public Health – Division of Health Policy and Management   January 2014 - May 2014
National Alliance of Forest Owners (NAFO)   October 2010 - June 2013

Skills
Event Planning, Community Outreach, Research, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Public Relations, Social Media, Event Management, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Editing, Facebook, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Strategic Communications, Nonprofits, Management, Strategic Planning, Policy Analysis, Politics, Public Health, Government, Healthcare, Health Policy, Legislative Relations, Time Management, Media Relations, Policy

Education
University of Minnesota School of Public Health   2013 — 2015
Masters of Public Health, Public Health Administration and Policy (Policy Concentration), 3.967

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Political Science and Minor in Communications

Jerid Anderson, MPP Jerid Anderson, MPP Santa Maria, California Details
Jerid Anderson, MPP's Minnesota Senate Experience December 2008 - June 2010
Job Special Education Assistant at Orcutt Union School District
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Orcutt Union School District  April 2014 - Present
AdvoCare Central Coast   January 2012 - Present
VTC Enterprises  July 2012 - March 2014
Independent Public Policy Consultant   November 2010 - July 2012
Minnesota Senate   December 2008 - June 2010
Minnesota Senate   February 2008 - December 2008
Minnesota DFL Party  September 2007 - February 2008
Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council  February 2007 - May 2007
California State Assembly  February 2005 - August 2005

Skills
Government Relations, Political Campaigns, Public Policy, Politics, Program Evaluation, Political Science, Legislative Relations, Policy Analysis, Research, Grassroots Organizing, Nonprofits, Community Organizing, Community Outreach, Community Development, Government, Grants, Grassroots

Education
Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs - University of Minnesota, Twin Cities   2004 — 2006
Masters, Public Policy

Saint Mary's College of California   2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science

Elizabeth Mayberry Elizabeth Mayberry Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Elizabeth Mayberry's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2013 - May 2013
Job Territory Sales Manager at Altria
Industry International Affairs
Experience
Altria  September 2013 - Present
Minnesota Senate   January 2013 - May 2013
U.S. Department of State   October 2011 - April 2012
University of Minnesota  August 2010 - August 2011

Skills
Social Media, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Microsoft Excel, Public Relations, Data Entry, Social Networking, International Relations, Microsoft Word, Management, Research, Sales, Analysis

Education
University of Maryland College Park   2015 — 2017
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2010 — 2013
Global Studies, Spanish

Shakopee High School

Colin Stemper Colin Stemper Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Colin Stemper's Minnesota Senate Experience December 2011 - May 2012
Job Fiscal Policy Analyst at Minnesota Department of Human Services
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Minnesota Department of Human Services  June 2014 - Present
Minnesota State Council on Disability  October 2013 - June 2014
Minnesota State Council on Disability  May 2013 - October 2013
Minnesota State Council on Disability  May 2012 - May 2013
American Cancer Society  August 2011 - January 2013
Minnesota Senate   December 2011 - May 2012
Columbia Sportswear  June 2011 - April 2012
University of Minnesota  October 2007 - April 2011
Re/Max Results  July 2008 - August 2009

Skills
Stata, SPSS, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Policy Analysis, Administrative Support, Windows, Team Management, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Social Media, Data Analysis, French, Financial Analysis, Hiring, Apple Software, Customer Service, Blogging, Non-profits

Education
Humphrey School of Public Affairs   2011 — 2013
Master of Public Policy, Advanced Policy Analysis, 3.9

University of Minnesota-Morris   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science; Rhetoric, 3.7

Richfield Senior High School   2003 — 2007
Diploma, General Studies, 4.0

Nick Sherlock Nick Sherlock Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Nick Sherlock's Minnesota Senate Experience May 2014 - Present
Job Communications Specialist at Minnesota Senate
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Minnesota Senate   May 2014 - Present
Minnesota Senate   January 2011 - May 2014
Senate Victory Fund   August 2010 - November 2010
Marty Seifert for Governor   September 2009 - May 2010
Minnesota House of Representatives  January 2009 - June 2009
Central Power Distributors, Inc.   2001 - 2008

Skills
Event Planning, Political Campaigns, Legislative Relations, Community Outreach, Public Policy, Social Media, Grassroots Organizing, Strategic Communications, Time Management, Policy Analysis, Politics, Government, Coalitions, Legislation, Editing, Public Speaking, Policy, Media Relations, Public Affairs, Leadership, Political Science, Press Releases, State Government, Speech Writing, Nonprofits, Program Management, Constituent Services, Political Communication, Political Consulting, Legislative Research, Legislative Affairs, Crisis Communications, Research, Community Development, Public Administration, Campaigns, International Relations, Fundraising, Policy Research, Volunteer Management, Congressional Affairs, Governmental Affairs, Local Government, Grants, Economic Development, Community Organizing, Political Management, Political Strategy, Message Development, Public Relations

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Political Science

Kathryn Fischer Kathryn Fischer Ann Arbor, Michigan Details
Kathryn Fischer's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2008 - May 2008
Job Research Analyst at NORC at the University of Chicago
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
NORC at the University of Chicago  June 2014 - Present
University of Michigan  September 2012 - May 2014
National Health Service of Scotland   June 2013 - August 2013
Minnesota Department of Commerce  May 2009 - August 2012
Minnesota Senate   January 2008 - May 2008
International Experiences   2008 - 2008

Skills
Research, Healthcare, Public Health, Data Analysis, Hospitals, Public Speaking, SPSS, Healthcare Information..., Healthcare Management, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Program Evaluation, Statistics, Community Outreach, Proposal Writing, Stata, ArcGIS, Strategic Planning

Education
University of Michigan   2012 — 2014
Master of Public Health (M.P.H.), Health Management and Policy

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics

Kaitlin Keith Kaitlin Keith Greater Seattle Area Details
Kaitlin Keith's Minnesota Senate Experience 2010 - 2010
Job Program Coordinator at Harborview Medical Center
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Harborview Medical Center  November 2014 - Present
Robert Half Legal  August 2014 - Present
Robert Half Legal  August 2013 - July 2014
The Mergis Group  February 2012 - August 2013
JW Employment Law Center   August 2011 - January 2012
JW Employment Law Center   May 2009 - July 2011
Minnesota Senate   2010 - 2010
Nichols Kaster, PLLP  2008 - 2008
Tubman Family Alliance  2007 - 2008

Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Westlaw, Civil Litigation, Courts, Intellectual Property, Copyright Law, Employment Law, Trials, Class Actions, Appeals, Trademarks, Mediation, Legal Assistance, Lexis, Legal Issues

Education
William Mitchell College of Law   2007 — 2010
Juris Doctor, Law

University of Minnesota-Duluth   2002 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, Criminology; Sociology

Ryan Majerus Ryan Majerus Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Ryan Majerus's Minnesota Senate Experience April 2011 - Present
Job Legislative Assistant for DFL Research at Minnesota Senate
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Minnesota Senate   April 2011 - Present
Roseville Area Schools  November 2010 - Present
Minnesota DFL Party  May 2010 - November 2010
Minnesota Senate   January 2010 - May 2010
Minnesota Campus Compact  August 2008 - August 2009
Minnesota Senate   January 2008 - May 2008
Ramsey County Parks   June 2002 - August 2007
Ramsey County Parks   June 2002 - August 2007

Education
Saint John's University   2004 — 2008
B.A., Political Science

St. John's University   2004 — 2008
Bachelor's, Political Science

PSEO: Century College
Diploma

Charles Bruce Charles Bruce Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Charles Bruce's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2013 - Present
Job Policy Analyst at Minnesota Senate
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Minnesota Senate   January 2013 - Present
Minnesota DFL Senate Caucus   May 2012 - November 2012
Minnesota Senate   January 2012 - May 2012
America SCORES Seattle   September 2009 - October 2010
Minnesota Senate   January 2009 - May 2009
Minneapolis/ St. Paul Business Journal   May 2007 - November 2007
Star Tribune  January 2007 - May 2007
The Minnesota Daily  August 2006 - February 2007
Minnesota House of Representatives  2006 - 2006

Skills
Online Research, Writing, Editing, Social Media, Fundraising, Document Design, Financial Analysis, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Blogging, Policy, Public Relations, Research, Community Development

Education
University of Minnesota-Humphrey Institute   2011 — 2014
Master's Degree, Public Policy

Seattle University   2011 — 2011
M.P.A. Masters, Public Administration

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2002 — 2007
BA, Political Science & Journalism and Mass Communication

Laura Pratt Laura Pratt Washington, District Of Columbia Details
Laura Pratt's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2015 - May 2015
Job Intern at United States Senate
Industry Legislative Office
Experience
United States Senate  September 2015 - Present
Minnesota Senate   January 2015 - May 2015
University of Minnesota Honors Program   September 2013 - May 2015
Office of Governor Mark Dayton  September 2014 - December 2014
United States Senate  June 2014 - August 2014
Minnesota House of Representatives Democratic-Farmer-Labor Caucus   February 2014 - May 2014
College Democrats at the University of Minnesota   May 2013 - May 2014
Al Franken for Senate 2014  May 2013 - January 2014
Office of Congressman Keith Ellison  January 2013 - May 2013
Organizing for America  October 2011 - November 2012

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science, Economics, and German

Hopkins High School   2008 — 2011

Angela Haeg Angela Haeg Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Angela Haeg's Minnesota Senate Experience 1998 - 2009
Job Endurance Sports Coach at YWCA of Minneapolis
Industry Government Relations
Experience
State of Minnesota  Endurance Sports CoachYWCA of Minneapolis2014 - Present
Minnesota Senate   1998 - 2009

Skills
Legislative Relations

Education
St. Olaf College   1991 — 1995

Krista Broton Krista Broton Saint Paul, Minnesota Details
Krista Broton's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2013 - Present
Job Director, Minnesota Senate Majority Research
Industry Government Relations
Experience
Minnesota Senate   January 2013 - Present
Minnesota Senate   January 2011 - December 2012
Minnesota Senate   January 2007 - December 2010
Minnesota Senate   December 2004 - December 2006
Minnesota Senate   January 2003 - December 2004

Education
Truman State University   1998 — 2002
B.A., Communications-Journalism

Mary Askelson Mary Askelson Portland, Oregon Area Details
Mary Askelson's Minnesota Senate Experience January 1997 - April 1999
Job Fundraiser
Industry Fund-Raising
Experience
Reed College  January 2011 - Present
The University of Chicago  May 2003 - January 2011
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee  March 2002 - December 2002
Pennsylvania Democratic Party  August 2000 - March 2002
Bill Bradley for President  May 1999 - February 2000
Minnesota Senate   January 1997 - April 1999
Mike Freeman for Governor   1998 - 1998

Skills
Volunteer Management, Fundraising, Annual Giving, Higher Education

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1992 — 1996
BA, Political Science

University of Mary   1991 — 1992

Jay Willms Jay Willms Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Jay Willms's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2013 - Present
Job
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Minnesota Senate   January 2013 - Present

Skills
Research, Editing, Social Media, Public Speaking, Data Analysis, Non-profits, Policy Analysis, Qualitative Research, Event Planning, Grant Writing, Blogging, Fundraising

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2010 — 2012
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy Analysis

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism/Mass Communication

Christine Kiel Christine Kiel Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Christine Kiel's Minnesota Senate Experience 1998 - 2006
Job Assistant Director of Government Relations at University of Minnesota
Industry Government Relations
Experience
University of Minnesota  January 2013 - Present
House Republican Caucus   January 2011 - January 2013
Minnesota Department of Human Services  July 2009 - January 2011
Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs  September 2006 - July 2009
Minnesota Senate   1998 - 2006
Minnesota Senate   1998 - 2006
Minnesota State Senate  1998 - 2006

Skills
Public Policy, Legislation, Government, Policy Analysis, Politics, Policy, Legislative Relations, Political Campaigns, Coalitions, Public Affairs, State Government, Strategic Communications, Legislative Research, Public Administration, Economic Development, Legislative Affairs, Political Communication, Political Consulting, Grassroots Organizing, Community Outreach, Political Science, Media Relations, Local Government, Community Development, Grants, Community Organizing, Crisis Communications, Policy Research, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Speech Writing

Education
University of Minnesota Duluth   1991 — 1995

Barb Jacobs Barb Jacobs Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Barb Jacobs's Minnesota Senate Experience December 2012 - Present
Job Committee Administrator for Senator John Marty at Minnesota Senate
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Minnesota Senate   December 2012 - Present
Minnesota Senate   January 2011 - November 2012
Minnesota Senate   January 2010 - December 2010
Minnesota Senate   January 2009 - December 2009
Minnesota Housing Partnership  March 2006 - December 2008
Al's Breakfast   1999 - 2006
Utne Reader  2005 - 2005
Tufford-Hughes & Associates   2002 - 2005
Mesaba Airlines  1997 - 1998

Skills
Marketing, Editing, Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Political Campaigns, Politics, Leadership, Policy, Legal Writing, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Legislative Research, Research, Legislation, Program Development, Grassroots Organizing, Grant Writing, Policy Analysis, Analysis, Government, Strategic Communications

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Regina Garza Regina Garza Greater Los Angeles Area Details
Regina Garza's Minnesota Senate Experience December 2006 - January 2009
Job Judicial Law Clerk, Executive Office for Immigration Review, at U.S. Department of Justice
Industry Law Practice
Experience
U.S. Department of Justice   September 2014 - Present
Michigan Immigrant Rights Center  September 2013 - April 2014
UNHCR  June 2013 - August 2013
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services   May 2013 - June 2013
IOM  January 2013 - May 2013
The Advocates for Human Rights  May 2012 - August 2012
Aronson & Associates  June 2009 - July 2011
Conflict Resolution Center (CRC)   January 2009 - June 2009
Minnesota Senate   December 2006 - January 2009
Minnesota Senate   August 2005 - December 2006

Skills
Public Policy, Mediation, Policy Analysis, Legal Writing, Human Rights, Immigration Law, Legal Assistance, Appeals, Research, Spanish, Legislation, Courts, Civil Litigation, Budgets, Public Speaking, Program Development, Analysis, Legislative Relations, Employment Law, Editing, Legal Research, Political Campaigns, Immigration Issues, Administrative Law, Policy, Litigation Support, Community Outreach, Politics, Westlaw, Lexis, International Law, Nonprofits, Legislative Research

Education
University of Michigan Law School   2011 — 2014
Juris Doctor (JD)

Wellesley College   2000 — 2004
BA, Sociology

Kara Zetzman Kara Zetzman Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Kara Zetzman's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2007 - December 2008
Job HR Generalist at US Bank
Industry Financial Services
Experience
US Bank  August 2010 - Present
US Bank  December 2008 - September 2010
Minnesota Senate   January 2007 - December 2008
Minnesota DFL  June 2006 - November 2006

Skills
Organizational..., Human Resources, Employee Engagement, Deferred Compensation, Personnel Management, Employee Benefits, Recruiting, Employee Training, Labor Relations, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Leadership, Onboarding, Coaching, Training

Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management   2007 — 2010
Masters, Human Resources and Industrial Relations

St. Olaf College   2000 — 2004
Bachelor, Social Studies Education, Political Science

Cap O'Rourke Cap O'Rourke Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Cap O'Rourke's Minnesota Senate Experience 2002 - 2010
Job Lobbyist
Industry Public Policy
Experience
O'Rourke Strategic Consulting   January 2014 - Present
Senate Tax Committee   January 2013 - September 2013
Senator Ken Kelash   January 2011 - December 2012
Economice Development Committee, Sen Tomassoni Chair   January 2007 - December 2010
Minnesota Senate   2002 - 2010
Education Policy Committee, Steve Kelley Chair   January 2003 - December 2006

Skills
Legislative Relations, Legislation, Public Policy, Political Campaigns, Coalitions, Policy, Politics, Grassroots Organizing, Economic Development, Leadership, Legislative Research, State Government, Policy Analysis, Public Affairs, Political Consulting, Political Science, Government

Education
St. John's University   1995 — 1998
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science

Minneapolis Public School System   1981 — 1994

James Greenwalt James Greenwalt Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
James Greenwalt's Minnesota Senate Experience January 1973 - Present
Job Director IT at Minnesota Senate
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Minnesota Senate   January 1973 - Present

Skills
Policy Analysis, Customer Service, Integration, Government, Legislative Relations, Microsoft Office, ICT, Policy, Windows, Project Management, Politics, Public Policy, Program Management, Business Analysis, System Administration, Leadership, Databases

Education
St. Cloud State University   1970 — 1973

Laura Mirsch Laura Mirsch Greater New York City Area Details
Laura Mirsch's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2005 - May 2005
Job Research Assistant at New York University
Industry Research
Experience
New York University  2010 - Present
Trinchero Family Estates  September 2009 - November 2009
C. Donatiello Winery  June 2008 - March 2009
NPR  May 2006 - May 2008
NPR  November 2007 - November 2007
Minnesota Senate   January 2005 - May 2005
American Medical Systems  2004 - 2005

Education
The George Washington University   2005 — 2007
BA, International Politics, Middle Eastern Studies, Religion

New York University
MA, Food Systems

Vic Thorstenson Vic Thorstenson Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Vic Thorstenson's Minnesota Senate Experience February 1999 - Present
Job Project Manager, Minnesota Senate
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Minnesota Senate   February 1999 - Present
Lit Happens   July 1999 - Present
Minnesota House of Representatives  August 1985 - December 1998

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Jamie Olson Smith Jamie Olson Smith Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Jamie Olson Smith's Minnesota Senate Experience June 2011 - October 2011
Job Administrative Professional with over 10 years of experience with NonProfits & Government Entities
Industry Judiciary
Experience
The American Swedish Institute  April 2014 - Present
undisclosed  October 2011 - Present
The American Swedish Institute  2008 - September 2013
Minnesota Senate   June 2011 - October 2011
Minnesota Senate   January 2007 - June 2011
Thomson Reuters West  June 2006 - December 2006
Swedish Council of America   January 2004 - December 2006

Skills
Community Outreach, Legislative Relations, Nonprofits, Event Planning, Legal Research, Project Management, Editing, Volunteer Management, Politics, Legal Documents, Priority Management, Program Development, Special Events..., Event Management

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2001 — 2006
BIS, Political Science, Global Studies, Woman's Studies, Scandinavian Studies

Peggy Adelmann Peggy Adelmann Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Peggy Adelmann's Minnesota Senate Experience 1991 - 1994
Job Retired Chief Financial Officer at Minnesota Zoological Garden
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Minnesota Zoological Garden  Office of Management and Budget Services Administrator/Chief Financial OfficerMnnesota Dept. of Natural Resources1997 - 2002
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources  1997 - 2002
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency  1995 - 1997
Minnesota Senate   1991 - 1994

Skills
Management, Non-profits, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Grant Writing, Public Policy, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Community Development, Finance, Nonprofits, Policy Analysis, Policy, Legislative Relations, Budgets, Program Development, Government

Education
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota   1972 — 1976
Bachelors, Business Administration/Modern Languages

John Kysylyczyn John Kysylyczyn Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
John Kysylyczyn's Minnesota Senate Experience 1995 - 2003
Job Political Consultant, Newspaper Owner & Publisher
Industry Government Relations
Experience
K Solutions LLC   2006 - Present
Anoka County Record LLC   2011 - Present
Northern Star Council, BSA  2000 - Present
Northern Star Council, BSA  2006 - Present
Northern Star Council, BSA  2005 - Present
National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence   1995 - Present
K Care LLC   2009 - March 2014
League of Minnesota Cities  2001 - 2004
City of Roseville  2000 - 2004
Minnesota Senate   1995 - 2003

Skills
Continuing Legal..., Center for..., Program Development, Policy, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Leadership Development, Community Development, Public Speaking, Staff Development, Leadership, Event Management, Grant Writing, Community Outreach, Event Planning

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Roseville High School

Devin Fredrickson Devin Fredrickson Urbana-Champaign, Illinois Area Details
Devin Fredrickson's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2005 - July 2005
Job SAHM
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Urbana School District  September 2008 - June 2012
University of Minnesota Alumni Association  2007 - 2008
State of Minnesota  August 2005 - August 2007
Minnesota Senate   January 2005 - July 2005

Skills
Nonprofits, Community Outreach

Education
St. Catherine University   2000 — 2004
BA, Political Science, History

Dana Frey Dana Frey Saint Croix Falls, Wisconsin Details
Dana Frey's Minnesota Senate Experience June 1984 - October 1988
Job Administrator at Polk County
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Polk County  June 2010 - Present
University of Minnesota  January 2006 - Present
Chemonics International  January 2008 - June 2010
St. Louis County MN  April 2004 - February 2008
PKF UK LLP  2005 - 2007
BearingPoint  September 2002 - April 2004
Barents Group  September 1999 - September 2002
Minnesota Inter-County Association   October 1988 - September 1999
Minnesota Senate   June 1984 - October 1988
Minnesota House of Representatives  September 1977 - June 1984

Skills
International..., Public Administration, Policy, Government, Capacity Building, International Relations, Organizational..., Local Government, Public Speaking, Research, Proposal Writing, Program Development, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Program Evaluation, Project Planning, Report Writing, Program Management, Environmental Awareness, Economics, Sustainability, Politics, Grants, Technical Assistance, Governance, Budgets, Community Development, Sustainable Development, Project Management, Civil Society, Human Rights, Natural Resource..., Fundraising, Nonprofits, GIS, Training, NGOs, Political Science, Management, Analysis

Education
The University of North Dakota   1976 — 1980
MPA, Public Administration

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1971 — 1975
BA, Political Science

Sophia Ginis Sophia Ginis Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Sophia Ginis's Minnesota Senate Experience 2006 - 2007
Job Community Outreach Coordinator at Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities  January 2013 - Present
Hubert Humphrey School of Public Affairs   September 2012 - January 2013
Center for Science, Technology & Public Policy, University of Minnesota   August 2007 - August 2012
West Bank Community Coalition   2008 - 2010
Minnesota Senate   2006 - 2007
Women's Environmental Institute  2006 - 2006
Lead America  2006 - 2006
Kelley for Minnesota   2005 - 2006
Tubman Center   2005 - 2005

Skills
Policy Analysis, Non-profits, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Volunteer Management, Program Evaluation, Public Speaking, Research, Event Planning, Community Development, Nonprofits, Training, Grants, Leadership

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2010 — 2012
Master of Public Policy

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government

Cathy McMahon Cathy McMahon Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Cathy McMahon's Minnesota Senate Experience 1992 - 1994
Job Community Health Improvement Partnerships "CHIP" Coordinator at Hennepin County Public Health
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Hennepin County Public Health   January 2014 - Present
Hennepin County  June 1994 - January 2014
Minnesota Senate   1992 - 1994
Wisconsin Legislative Audit Bureau  1990 - 1992

Skills
Program Development, Project Management, Research, Nonprofits, Budgets, Program Management, Project Planning, Data Analysis, Program Evaluation, Public Speaking, Analysis, Government, Policy Analysis, Community Outreach, Policy, Public Policy

Education
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee   1988 — 1990
Grad, Urban Affairs

St. Catherine University   1984 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts, Information Management

Estelle Brouwer Estelle Brouwer Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Estelle Brouwer's Minnesota Senate Experience 1982 - 1984
Job Consultant, Health Care Quality and Process Improvement
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
National Center for Interprofessional Practice and Education  September 2014 - Present
Brouwer Consulting   February 2014 - Present
Children's HeartLink  January 2009 - October 2012
Stratis Health  November 2006 - January 2009
Minnesota Medical Association  2006 - 2006
UCare  2005 - 2005
Minnesota Department of Health  September 1997 - December 2004
Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs  1992 - 1997
Minnesota House of Representatives  1987 - 1989
Minnesota Senate   1982 - 1984

Skills
Non-profits, Public Policy, Program Development, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Coalitions, Legislative Relations, Program Evaluation, Policy Analysis, Strategic Planning, Public Health, Strategic Communications, Public Affairs, Editing, Grant Writing, Program Management, Media Relations, State Government, Proposal Writing, International..., Volunteer Management, Nonprofits, Community Development, Grassroots Organizing, Economic Development

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1979 — 1981
BA, Political Science

University of California, Berkeley
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy Analysis

Mary Beth Davidson Mary Beth Davidson Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Mary Beth Davidson's Minnesota Senate Experience 1984 - 1987
Job Director of Intergovernmental Relations at Hennepin County
Industry Government Relations
Experience
Hennepin County  January 1992 - Present
Minnesota Senate   1984 - 1987

Skills
Policy Analysis, Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Government, Legislation, Local Government, Public Affairs, Policy, Strategic Communications, Political Campaigns, Economic Development, Grants, Community Outreach, Politics, Coalitions, Community Development, Community Engagement, Public Administration, Nonprofits, Grant Writing, Program Development, Volunteer Management, Political Communication, Legislative Research, Political Science, Fundraising, Public Relations, Community Organizing, Political Consulting, Media Relations, Program Evaluation, Crisis Communications, Speech Writing, Public Speaking, International Relations, State Government, Press Releases, Crisis Management, Environmental Policy, Workforce Development, Corporate Communications, Message Development, Legislative Affairs, Communications Planning, Newsletters, Internal Communications, Governmental Affairs, Health Policy, Administrative Law

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1996 — 1998
Masters in Education, Human Resource Development

University of Minnesota-Duluth   1976 — 1981
Bachelor's Degree, Management and Industrial Relations, Human Resource Development

Ric Almer Ric Almer Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Ric Almer's Minnesota Senate Experience December 1986 - Present
Job Senate Index CoDirector at Minnesota Senate
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Minnesota Senate   December 1986 - Present

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1971 — 1975
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Child Psychology

Alayne Kantor Alayne Kantor Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Alayne Kantor's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2001 - May 2001
Job Manager Government Affairs at Target
Industry Retail
Experience
Target  January 2008 - Present
Lockridge Grindal Nauen  December 2006 - January 2008
Minnesota House of Representatives  September 2003 - December 2006
Hypoguard  September 2002 - September 2003
Office of the Mayor, City of St. Paul   June 2001 - October 2001
Minnesota Senate   January 2001 - May 2001
St. Therese Home, Inc.   March 1996 - April 1999

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1995 — 2000
B.A.

Nicholas Abbas Nicholas Abbas Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Nicholas Abbas's Minnesota Senate Experience January 2008 - May 2008
Job Bond Processor at U.S. Bank
Industry Retail
Experience
U.S. Bank   April 2013 - Present
U.S. Bank   April 2013 - Present
Target  July 2012 - April 2013
Target  May 2011 - July 2012
Hennepin County Library  March 2010 - June 2011
AmeriCorps  August 2010 - January 2011
Juno Inc  October 2009 - January 2010
University of Minnesota  May 2009 - June 2009
University of Minnesota  January 2009 - May 2009
Minnesota Senate   January 2008 - May 2008

Skills
Tutoring, Coordination, Customer Service, Writing, Research, Inventory, Physical Security, Time Management, Bondmaster, Sales, Leadership

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2007 — 2009
BA, Political Science, Philosophy

North Hennepin Community College   2003 — 2007
AA, Liberal Arts

Chris Stang Chris Stang Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Chris Stang's Minnesota Senate Experience December 1994 - Present
Job Senate Counsel at Minnesota Senate
Industry Legislative Office
Experience
Minnesota Senate   December 1994 - Present
Cargill  September 1987 - December 1994
Minneapolis  July 1983 - August 1984

Skills
Legislative Relations, Politics, Legislation, Policy Analysis, Government, Legal Research, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Legislative Research, State Government, Public Policy, Policy

Education
University of Minnesota Law School   1984 — 1987
J.D.

University of Notre Dame   1979 — 1983
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Accounting

rebecca christenson rebecca christenson Santa Barbara, California Area Details
rebecca christenson's Minnesota Senate Experience January 1989 - January 1996
Job chief political strategist at Campaign Communication
Industry
Experience
Campaign Communication   July 2010 - Present
Association for Women in Communications -- Santa Barbara Chapter   July 2009 - January 2011
Minneapolis Public Schools  July 2007 - June 2008
Minnesota Department of Revenue  March 2000 - June 2007
Roger Moe for Governor   September 2002 - November 2002
Century College  January 1997 - January 2000
Minnesota Senate   January 1989 - January 1996
Senator Edward Kennedy  January 1986 - January 1989

Skills
Strategic Communications, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Speech Writing, Public Affairs, Policy, Legislative Relations, Political Consulting, Community Outreach, Leadership, Event Planning, Legislation, Fundraising, Marketing, Crisis Communications, Public Policy, Media Relations, Research, Political Campaigns, Marketing Communications, Coalitions, Press Releases, Grassroots Organizing, Blogging, Social Media, Publishing, Copy Editing, floral arranging, funraising

Education
Humphrey Institute Policy Forum   2001 — 2002
Policy Fellow

St. Olaf College   1981 — 1985
B.A.

College of St. Catherine
Certificate of Advanced Leadership Studies

University of Oslo

Gregory W. (Greg) Jackson Gregory W. (Greg) Jackson Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Gregory W. (Greg) Jackson's Minnesota Senate Experience 1985 - 1990
Job Executive Vice President at Taylor Corporation
Industry Printing
Experience
Taylor Corporation  January 2012 - Present
Minnesota Timberwolves  March 1995 - Present
Taylor Corporation  October 1989 - January 2012
Minnesota Senate   1985 - 1990

Skills
Mergers & Acquisitions, Strategic Partnerships, Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Mergers, New Business Development, Business Strategy, E-commerce, Sales Management, Marketing, Leadership, Sales, Advertising, Management, Marketing Strategy, Start-ups, Business Development, Strategy

Education
University of Minnesota Law School   1982 — 1985
JD

Pillsbury College   1979 — 1982
BS, History, Theology

Darrin Lee Darrin Lee Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Darrin Lee's Minnesota Senate Experience February 2012 - Present
Job Legislative Assistant at Minnesota Senate
Industry Legislative Office
Experience
Minnesota Senate   February 2012 - Present
Boston Scientific  February 2008 - December 2009
Minnesota House of Representatives  June 2006 - August 2007

Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Political Fundraising, Writing, Public Relations, Political Campaigns, Fundraising

Education
University of Minnesota-Duluth   2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Finance, General

Judy Berglund Judy Berglund Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Judy Berglund's Minnesota Senate Experience 1979 - 1981
Job Writer, specializing in education issues
Industry International Trade and Development
Experience
Freelance Writer and Editor; self employed  June 2006 - Present
Education Minnesota  May 1981 - June 2006
Minnesota Senate   1979 - 1981

Skills
Social Media, Newsletters, Magazines, Copy Editing, Media Relations, Strategic Planning, Editing, Online Journalism, Public Relations, Nonprofits

Education
University of Colorado at Boulder
Bachelor of Science, Journalism

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