Minnesota State 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 State Senate Employees

Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Genevieve Plumadore Genevieve Plumadore Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Genevieve Plumadore's Minnesota State Senate Experience November 2006 - November 2008
Job Vice President of Government Relations at LifeScience Alley
Industry Government Relations
Experience
LifeScience Alley  March 2015 - Present
LifeScience Alley  January 2013 - Present
Messerli & Kramer  November 2008 - December 2012
Minnesota State Senate   November 2006 - November 2008
Senate DFL Caucus   March 2006 - December 2006

Skills
Legislation, Legislative Relations, State Government, Constituent Services, Public Policy, Legal Research, Press Releases, Grassroots Organizing, Research, Policy Analysis, Legislative Research, Politics, Coalitions, Legal Writing, Government, Political Campaigns, Hearings, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Economic Development, Policy

Education
William Mitchell College of Law   2010 — 2013
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law

Mount Holyoke College   1999 — 2003
Bachelor's degree, Political Science/Theater Arts

Liz Fine Liz Fine Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Liz Fine's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 1978 - March 1982
Job Minnesota State Fair
Industry Information Services
Experience
Minnesota State Fair  April 2015 - Present
Thomas M. Hughes, Ltd.   October 2014 - March 2015
Minnesota State Fair  August 1997 - September 2014
Winthrop & Weinstine, P.A.   July 1994 - July 2014
Messerli & Kramer, P.A.   October 1991 - July 1994
Sieloff and Bierman, P.A.   July 1976 - October 1991
Minnesota State Senate   January 1978 - March 1982

Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Civil Litigation, Courts, Legal Assistance, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Public Policy, Nonprofits

Education
Inver Hills Community College
Associate of Science (A.S.), Business Administration and Management, General

Natalie Patton Natalie Patton Seattle, Washington Details
Natalie Patton's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2010 - May 2010
Job Copywriter | Content Strategist | Content Marketer
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Freelance  September 2011 - Present
Open Book Communications, LLC   August 2013 - 2015
Freelance  September 2011 - March 2014
Hana Center   January 2011 - July 2011
Eaton English Academy   October 2010 - July 2011
Minnesota State Senate   January 2010 - May 2010

Skills
Content Writing, Blogging, Text Editing, Press Releases, Small Business Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Digital Photography, Video Editing, Digital Video, Creative Writing, Copywriting, Technical Writing, Editorial, Content Strategy, SEO, Newsletters, Nonprofits, Teaching, Social Media, Editing, Photography, Marketing, Storytelling, Social Media Consulting

Education
Bethel University   2006 — 2010
BA, International Relations, Reconciliation Studies

Matthew Gorton Matthew Gorton Greater Milwaukee Area Details
Matthew Gorton's Minnesota State Senate Experience April 2006 - May 2007
Job Regional Sales Manager at Bosch Packaging Technology
Industry Pharmaceuticals
Experience
Bosch Packaging Technology  August 2014 - Present
FOSS  July 2013 - August 2014
FOSS North America  June 2010 - June 2013
FOSS Analytical A/S  June 2007 - May 2009
Minnesota State Senate   April 2006 - May 2007
Center for the Study of the Presidency  2001 - 2005
Richard Lounsbery Foundation   2002 - 2003
Office of Surface Mining  January 2000 - May 2000

Skills
Team Building, CRM, Selling, Leadership, Program Management, Business Development, Project Management, Process Improvement, Strategy, Strategic Planning, Key Account Management, Marketing, Integration, Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., Sales, Business Strategy, New Business Development

Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management   2006 — 2010
MBA

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2006 — 2010
Master of Business

Truman State University   1997 — 2002
BS, Biology, Political Science

Elizabeth Escoffery Elizabeth Escoffery Indianapolis, Indiana Details
Elizabeth Escoffery's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2009 - May 2009
Job FertilityCare Practitioner
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Creighton Model Fertilitycare   April 2015 - Present
Archdiocese of Indianapolis  January 2012 - August 2015
St. Gianna FertilityCare Center   August 2013 - June 2015
Cathedral High School  November 2011 - February 2012
Archdiocese of Indianapolis  January 2011 - January 2012
Target  June 2011 - November 2011
Volunteers in Action, University of St. Thomas   August 2010 - May 2011
Association of Diplomatic Studies and Training   January 2010 - April 2010
Camp Birchwood  June 2009 - July 2009
Minnesota State Senate   January 2009 - May 2009

Skills
Public Speaking, Office Administration, Strategic Communications, Social Media Outreach, Coordinating Special..., Youth Ministry, Retreat Facilitation, Spanish, Grant Writing, Writing Skills, Non-profits, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Program Development, Research, Social Media, Event Management, Newsletters, Marketing Communications, Leadership, Nonprofits, Teaching, Training, Editing, Retreats, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Writing

Education
Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology   2012 — 2016
Master of Arts (M.A.), Theology

University of Saint Thomas   2007 — 2011
BA, Political Science, Catholic Studies, Spanish

American University   2010 — 2010
Foreign Policy

Cathedral High School   2003 — 2007
Honors Diploma

Eric Langness Eric Langness Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Eric Langness's Minnesota State Senate Experience June 2012 - September 2012
Job Education Professional
Industry Education Management
Experience
Rasmussen College  January 2015 - Present
Republican Party of Minnesota Senate District 39   July 2013 - Present
Congressional District 6 Republican Party of Minnesota   April 2012 - Present
Anthem Education Group  March 2004 - August 2014
Minnesota State Senate   June 2012 - September 2012
Senator Ray Vandeveer Campaign   June 2010 - June 2012
Republican Party of Minnesota Senate District 52   February 2009 - March 2012
Minnesota Service Cooperatives   January 2009 - July 2010
Metro ECSU  June 2006 - July 2010
Forest Lake Area School District   November 2005 - January 2010

Skills
Career Services, Higher Education..., Education Management, Resume Writing, Public Speaking, Staff Development, Recruiting, Leadership, Higher Education, Team Building, Coaching, Career Development, Fundraising, Event Planning, Career Development..., Job Search Coach, Career Strategist, Career Advise, Career Transition..., Social Media, Executive Team, Leadership Development, Career Counseling, Educational Leadership, Training, Adult Education, Human Resources, Program Development, Student Affairs, Admissions, Community Outreach, Teaching, Nonprofits, Job Coaching, Instructional Design, Conflict Resolution, Campus, Student Recruiting, Enrollment Management, Student Development, Academic Administration, Academic Advising, Distance Learning, Curriculum Development, Higher Education..., Accreditation, Retaining Customers, E-Learning, Student Counseling, Curriculum Design

Education
Anthem Online College   2014 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Health/Health Care Administration/Management

Anthem Online College   2004 — 2005
Degree, X-Ray Technician, 4.00

Anthem College-Minnesota   1998 — 1998
Diploma, X-Ray Technician, 4.00

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1996 — 1998
Pre-Medical, Biochemistry

University of Saint Thomas   1994 — 1996
Mathematics, Computer Science

Susie Merthan Susie Merthan Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Susie Merthan's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2008 - May 2008
Job Communications Director at alliance for a Better Minnesota
Industry Political Organization
Experience
alliance for a Better Minnesota  September 2015 - Present
Minnesota House of Representatives  January 2013 - Present
Minnesota House of Representatives  October 2013 - December 2014
Minnesota House of Representatives  2011 - 2013
JoAnn Ward for State House   2012 - 2012
House DFL Caucus  2010 - 2011
Minnesota House of Representatives  2010 - 2011
Minnesota State Senate   January 2008 - May 2008

Skills
Political Campaigns, Volunteer Management, Policy Analysis, Legislation, Grassroots Organizing, Political Consulting, Political Science, Government, Legislative Relations, Grassroots, Legislative Issues, Coalitions, Public Affairs, Politics, Political Communication, Leadership, Community Outreach

Education
Hamline University   2004 — 2008
B.A., Political Science and Communication Studies

Jim Fastner Jim Fastner Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Jim Fastner's Minnesota State Senate Experience May 1993 - February 2006
Job Service Support Analyst II at Hennepin County Medical Center
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
MN.IT Servicies   June 2011 - Present
Hennepin County Medical Center  May 2011 - June 2015
Minnesota Revisor of Statutes Office   December 2010 - May 2011
Guam SDA Clinic   September 2010 - December 2010
Hennepin Faculty Associates  March 2007 - September 2010
Minnesota State Senate   May 1993 - February 2006
Minnesota Senate  May 1993 - February 2006
Midway Typewriter Exchange   May 1980 - May 1993

Skills
Desktop, Troubleshooting, XP, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Customer Relations, Problem Solving, Word, Desktop Computers, Microsoft Word, Laptops, Windows 7, Hardware, Windows, Citrix, Software Installation, Servers, Operating Systems, Computer Hardware, Networking, DHCP, VPN, Technical Support, Help Desk Support, Microsoft Exchange, Active Directory, System Administration, Computer Repair, Disaster Recovery, Windows Server, Software Documentation, Management, Workstations, BMC Remedy, VMware, Security, Data Center, Access, Printers, Information Technology, Computer Security, SCCM, Storage, Visio, Norton Ghost, Firewalls, Group Policy, Citrix Metaframe, Windows XP

Education
Century College   1975 — 1977
Office Equipment Repair

Saint Bernards   1971 — 1975
diploma, High School

Adam Kephart Adam Kephart Seattle, Washington Details
Adam Kephart's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2008 - May 2008
Job Aerospace Export Coordinator at Washington State Department of Commerce
Industry International Trade and Development
Experience
Washington State Department of Commerce  December 2014 - Present
University of Hamburg  September 2012 - Present
GIGA German Institute of Global and Area Studies   March 2014 - December 2014
Behörde für Wirtschaft, Verkehr und Innovation der Hansestadt Hamburg   May 2014 - November 2014
Minnesota House of Representatives  January 2011 - August 2012
Consulate General of Canada- Minneapolis   June 2010 - December 2010
Mayo Clinic  2008 - 2009
Minnesota State Senate   January 2008 - May 2008

Skills
Research, Economic Development, Politics, Nonprofits, Government, International Relations, Policy Analysis, Strategic Communications, Political Science, Economics, Public Policy, Policy, Leadership, Public Affairs, Customer Service, Foreign Policy, Strategy, Diplomacy, Grassroots Organizing

Education
Universität Hamburg / University of Hamburg   2012 — 2015
MA Europastudien (European Studies), Political Science and Government, Economics

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science

Amanda Sames Amanda Sames Welch, Minnesota Details
Amanda Sames's Minnesota State Senate Experience December 2008 - August 2010
Job Research Assistant at University of Minnesota
Industry
Experience
Belle Creek Gardens   2011 - Present
University of Minnesota  June 2010 - Present
Minnesota State Senate   December 2008 - August 2010

Skills
Community Outreach

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2010 — 2015
Master of Science (M.S.), Natural Resources Science and Management

Hamline University   2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Anthropology

Tara DaPra Tara DaPra Green Bay, Wisconsin Area Details
Tara DaPra's Minnesota State Senate Experience March 2005 - May 2005
Job Lecturer at UWMarinette
Industry Higher Education
Experience
UW-Marinette   September 2012 - Present
UW-Green Bay  September 2009 - Present
University of Minnesota  September 2005 - May 2008
University of Minnesota  August 2005 - May 2008
University of Minnesota Press  July 2007 - March 2008
University of Minnesota  May 2006 - August 2007
University of Minnesota  September 2005 - August 2006
Minnesota State Senate   March 2005 - May 2005
Minnesota Democrat-Farmer   September 2004 - March 2005

Skills
Copy Editing, Editing, Research, Creative Writing, Public Speaking, Editorial, Blogging, Teaching, Proofreading, Literature, Curriculum Design, Content Management, Books, Magazines, Higher Education, Writing

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2005 — 2008
MFA, Creatvie Writing

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA   2001 — 2008
MASTER OF FINE ARTS, Creative Writing

Coe College   1998 — 1999

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
BACHELOR OF ARTS, Political Science/English

Alicia Spencer Alicia Spencer Orlando, Florida Details
Alicia Spencer's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2004 - June 2006
Job CEO/Owner at Spencer Consulting
Industry Events Services
Experience
Spencer Consulting   January 2012 - Present
Self Employed  May 2009 - July 2011
Poker Farm International   July 2010 - October 2010
Herbalife  February 2008 - November 2008
PACT 4 Families Collaborative   July 2006 - December 2007
Minnesota State Senate   January 2004 - June 2006

Skills
Sales, New Business Development, Contract Negotiation, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Lobbying, International Project..., Community Development, Policy Analysis, Federal Grant Management, Operations Management, Strategic Planning, Event Management, Policy, Training, Leadership, Budgets

Education
University of St. Thomas   2005 — 2007
Master of Arts (M.A.), Public Policy

University of Minnesota-Morris   2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communications/Political Science

Desiree Phillips Desiree Phillips Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Desiree Phillips's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2007 - May 2007
Job Independent Consultant at Norwex
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Norwex  February 2014 - Present
U.S. Customs and Border Protection   January 2014 - Present
Miche Bag  October 2009 - Present
U.S. Customs and Border Protection   January 2011 - January 2014
U.S. Customs and Border Protection   March 2008 - January 2011
STG International Limited  October 2007 - March 2008
US Army  July 2007 - September 2007
Minnesota State Senate   January 2007 - May 2007

Skills
Federal Government, Homeland Security, Government, National Security, Counterterrorism, Intelligence Analysis, DoD, Military, Analysis, Army, Program Management, System Administration, Microsoft Office, Data Analysis, Security, Military Experience, Procurement Contracts, Federal Procurement, Contracting Officer..., Government Contract..., OSINT, Adobe, User Acceptance Testing, Human Resources, Training, Customer Service, Event Planning, Intelligence, Government Contracting, Editing, Spanish, Coaching, Leadership, Public Speaking, Team Building, Microsoft Excel

Education
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota   2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government, Global Studies, Spanish

Georgetown University   2005 — 2005
The Fund for American Studies, Institute for Comparative Political and Economic Systems

The Center for Cross-Cultural Study   2004 — 2004
Study Abroad, International/Global Studies

Katrina Mosser Katrina Mosser Saint Paul, Minnesota Details
Katrina Mosser's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2003 - December 2004
Job Policy Planning Specialist at Ramsey County
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Ramsey County  September 2014 - Present
City of Saint Paul  April 2014 - August 2014
U.S. Department of State   June 2012 - June 2013
U.S. Department of State   January 2005 - June 2013
U.S. Department of State   August 2011 - June 2012
U.S. Department of State   July 2010 - July 2011
U.S. Department of State   April 2008 - April 2010
U.S. Department of State   January 2006 - December 2007
Minnesota State Senate   January 2003 - December 2004
Educational Tutoring Services   February 2002 - February 2003

Skills
Foreign Policy, Human Rights, Policy Analysis, Politics, International Relations, National Security, Government, Public Policy, International..., Program Management, Legislative Relations, Diplomacy, Economics, Capacity Building, Foreign Affairs, Policy

Education
Humphrey School of Public Affairs   2013 — 2014
Master of Public Affairs, Management & Leadership

University of Michigan   1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics and Political Science

Thomas Deahl Thomas Deahl Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Thomas Deahl's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2011 - May 2011
Job Intern at Mark Dayton for a Better Minnesota
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Honorable Alexander P. White   June 2014 - July 2014
Benjamin & Shapiro, Ltd.   January 2012 - October 2013
The John Marshall Veteran's Legal Support Clinic   June 2013 - August 2013
Delta Tau Delta Fraternity - Beta Eta   2011 - 2012
Delta Tau Delta Fraternity - Beta Eta   2011 - 2012
The Junior Statesmen Foundation  June 2011 - July 2011
Minnesota State Senate   January 2011 - May 2011

Skills
Public Speaking, Leadership Development, Policy Analysis, Coaching, Microsoft Word, Team Building, Event Management, Event Planning, Public Policy, Litigation, Marketing Strategy, Government, Courts, Research, Time Management, PowerPoint, Grassroots Organizing, Social Media, Politics, Marketing, Leadership, Community Outreach, Political Campaigns, Social Networking

Education
The John Marshall Law School   2013 — 2016
Doctor of Law (J.D.)

University of Minnesota   2007 — 2011
Political Science and History

Julie Vojtech Julie Vojtech Greater Atlanta Area Details
Julie Vojtech's Minnesota State Senate Experience 1993 - 1994
Job Public Affairs Executive
Industry Government Relations
Experience
United States  1994 - Present
Estate of Jerry Vojtech   2013 - 2015
Daiichi Sankyo  2006 - 2013
Sanofi-Aventis (now known as Sanofi)   2001 - 2006
Glaxo Wellcome, Inc. (now known as GlaxoSmithKline)   1997 - 2001
Minnesota Pharmacists Association   1994 - 1997
Minnesota State Senate   1993 - 1994

Education
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communications & Political Science

Normandale Community College
3.8 / 4.0

Lance Olson Lance Olson Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Lance Olson's Minnesota State Senate Experience 1984 - 1990
Job REPUTATION MANAGEMENT | MEDIA RELATIONS | SPEECHWRITING | GOVERNMENT | PRIVATE SECTOR
Industry Government Relations
Experience
Lance Olson Writes, LLC   February 2012 - Present
Office of Jim Ramstad   January 2009 - December 2011
U.S. House of Representatives   January 1991 - December 2008
Minnesota State Senate   1984 - 1990
Sun Newspapers  1979 - 1984
Pioneer Newspapers   1974 - 1979

Skills
Speech Writing, Media Relations, Public Relations, Federal Government, State Government, Public Policy, Newsletters, Non-profits, Management, Public Affairs, Message Development, Crisis Communications, Strategic Communications, Blog writing, Nonprofits, Press Releases, Blogging, Corporate Communications, Editing, Government, Legislative Relations, Political Campaigns, Grassroots Organizing, Public Speaking, Political Communication, Coalitions, Political Consulting, Legislation, Reputation Management, New Media, Spokesperson

Education
Northwestern University - Medill School of Journalism   1973 — 1974
MS, Journalism

St. Olaf College   1969 — 1972
BA, Political Science, Economics

David Merritt David Merritt Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
David Merritt's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2008 - May 2008
Job Associate at Faegre Baker Daniels
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Faegre Baker Daniels LLP  June 2012 - Present
Faegre & Benson LLP  May 2011 - August 2011
White Bear Yacht Club  April 2004 - April 2011
Lawson Software  May 2010 - August 2010
Office of Governor Tim Pawlenty  April 2008 - August 2008
Minnesota State Senate   January 2008 - May 2008

Skills
Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Civil Litigation, Appeals, Westlaw, Courts, Trials, Class Actions, Patent Litigation, Trademarks, Legal Issues, Legal Assistance, Licensing, Legal Writing, Intellectual Property, Legal Research

Education
University of Virginia School of Law   2009 — 2012
Juris Doctor, Law

Bethel University   2005 — 2009
B.A., Political Science

White Bear Lake High School

Missy Gettel Missy Gettel Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Missy Gettel's Minnesota State Senate Experience 2009 - 2009
Job Senior Research Chemist at Appvion, Inc. (formerly Appleton Papers Inc.)
Industry Chemicals
Experience
Appvion, Inc. (formerly Appleton Papers Inc.)   August 2012 - Present
University of Delaware  December 2010 - July 2012
University of California  September 2010 - December 2010
Metropolis Works, Honeywell Intl   June 2010 - September 2010
Minnesota Student Association (MSA)   2008 - 2010
University of Minnesota  2007 - 2010
University of Minnesota  May 2008 - May 2009
Minnesota State Senate   2009 - 2009
Saint Anthony Falls Laboratory  October 2006 - January 2007
Sauk River Watershed District   January 2005 - August 2005

Skills
Chemistry, Statistics, Research, Matlab, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Fuel Cells, Electrochemistry, Six Sigma, Experimentation, Powder X-ray Diffraction, Python, C++, Excel, Problem Solving, Analysis, Teaching, XRD, Spectroscopy, Mathematica, Nanoparticles, Science, Enthusiasm to learn, Coatings Technology, Decisiveness, Decision Support, Decision Analysis, Surfactants, Project Management, Chemical Engineering, Engineering, Product Development, Microsoft Excel, Process Safety, Mentorship

Education
Sauk Centre Senior High

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2005 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering

University of California, Riverside   2010 — 2011
Master of Science (M.S.), Chemical and Environmental Engineering

University of Delaware
Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Elliot Gerard Elliot Gerard Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Elliot Gerard's Minnesota State Senate Experience October 1988 - January 1992
Job Business Owner at EG IT
Industry Information Services
Experience
EG IT   January 2014 - Present
General Mills  August 1998 - Present
Global Grittin Entertainment   December 2012 - January 2014
General Mills  1998 - 2010
DHS Dynamic Heathcare Systems   December 1997 - August 1998
Stillwater Solutions, Inc   April 1995 - December 1997
Minnesota State Senate   October 1988 - January 1992

Skills
SharePoint, CRM, Integration, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL, Process Improvement, Business Intelligence, Databases, Web Applications, Project Management, Oracle, Cross-functional Team..., Continuous Improvement, Strategic Planning, Business Process

Education
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-Newark   1969 — 1971
Zoology/Animal Biology

Sarah Paige Sarah Paige Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Sarah Paige's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2013 - January 2015
Job Administrative Assistant at the Public Health Law Center
Industry Legal Services
Experience
William Mitchell College of Law - Public Health Law Center   May 2015 - Present
Minnesota State Senate   January 2013 - January 2015
Minnesota DFL Party  June 2012 - January 2013
All Parks Alliance for Change  February 2010 - February 2012
Minnesota Women's Consortium  2011 - 2011
State Senator Thomas Bakk for Governor   January 2010 - March 2010

Skills
Community Organizing, Political Campaigns, Policy, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Political Organizing, Volunteer Recruitment, Public Relations, Event Planning, Grassroots Organizing, Legislative Relations, Newsletters, Politics, Nonprofits, Program Management, Public Policy, Recruiting, Legislation, Policy Analysis

Education
Hamline University   2009 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science; Women's Studies

Minnesota State Community and Technical College   2005 — 2007
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary

Marisa Howe Marisa Howe Boston, Massachusetts Details
Marisa Howe's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2006 - May 2006
Job Associate Attorney at Governo Law Firm LLC
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Governo Law Firm LLC  October 2014 - Present
ISO Claims Partners (formerly Crowe Paradis)   December 2013 - October 2014
ISO Claims Partners (formerly Crowe Paradis)   May 2013 - December 2013
Doherty Cella Keane LLP  May 2011 - May 2013
Lubin & Meyer   September 2008 - May 2010
Aleixo Law Office   September 2008 - May 2010
EF Educational Tours  September 2006 - August 2007
Minnesota State Senate   January 2006 - May 2006
Her Majesty's Court Service   January 2005 - April 2005

Skills
Legal Documents, Motions, Hearings, Legal Research, Litigation, Westlaw, Wills, Legal Assistance, Legal Writing, Appeals

Education
Suffolk University Law School   2007 — 2010
J.D., Law

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2002 — 2005
Bachelor of Individualized Studies, Global Studies, Sociology, European Studies

Jenny Brown Jenny Brown Osseo, Minnesota Details
Jenny Brown's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2013 - May 2013
Job Licensure Consultant at Capella University
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Capella University  August 2015 - Present
Honorable Judge Christine Long   May 2014 - August 2015
Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid  January 2014 - May 2014
Tenth Judicial District  September 2013 - December 2013
Minnesota State Senate   January 2013 - May 2013
Barr Engineering Co.  May 2012 - December 2012

Skills
Litigation, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Public Speaking, Westlaw, Microsoft Office, Research, Courts, LexisNexis, Public Policy

Education
University of Minnesota Law School   2011 — 2014
Doctor of Law (J.D.)

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2006 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Civil Engineering

Ian Engstrom Ian Engstrom Excelsior, Minnesota Details
Ian Engstrom's Minnesota State Senate Experience February 2015 - May 2015
Job Communication Specialist at Verizon Wireless Premium Retailer Shock City Cellular
Industry
Experience
Republican Party of Minnesota  June 2015 - Present
Verizon Wireless Premium Retailer - Shock City Cellular  May 2013 - Present
Minnesota State Senate   February 2015 - May 2015
Republican Party of Minnesota  June 2014 - August 2014

Skills
Social Networking, Social Media, Facebook, Event Planning, Marketing, Online Marketing, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Event Management, Public Speaking, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Leadership, Time Management, Team Leadership, Sales, Photoshop, Customer Satisfaction, Retail, Merchandising

Education
Bethel University   2012 — 2016
Political Science and Government

Ruslan Bocancea Ruslan Bocancea Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Ruslan Bocancea's Minnesota State Senate Experience July 2005 - July 2007
Job Immigration Attorney
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Bocancea Law Group   May 2010 - Present
U.S. District Court   June 2009 - December 2010
Office of the St. Louis Park City Attorney   August 2009 - December 2009
Minnesota Department of Revenue  January 2009 - April 2009
Office of the Federal Defender, U.S. District Court   June 2008 - January 2009
Minnesota State Senate   July 2005 - July 2007
South Dakota Legislature  January 2002 - May 2004

Skills
U.S. Immigration, Criminal Law, Foreign Languages, Immigration Law, Visas, E-2, Business Visas, Appeals, Courts, Immigration Issues, Adjustment Of Status, Trials, Human Rights, Legal Advice, Hearings, Citizenship, Global Immigration, International Law

Education
William Mitchell College of Law   2007 — 2009
J.D., Immigration Law

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
M.A. (In Progress), Public Policy

Rachel (Becker) Renken Rachel (Becker) Renken Houston, Texas Area Details
Rachel (Becker) Renken's Minnesota State Senate Experience February 2010 - May 2010
Job Event Planner at ExxonMobil
Industry Events Services
Experience
ExxonMobil  June 2015 - Present
Capital One  September 2011 - April 2015
Genesco Sports Enterprises  August 2010 - August 2011
Minnesota Wild  January 2010 - August 2010
Minnesota State Senate   February 2010 - May 2010
Washington Capitals  September 2006 - January 2010
Washington Kastles (World Team Tennis)   June 2009 - July 2009
National Association of Secretaries of State   September 2006 - October 2008
Minnesota Secretary of State  January 2006 - May 2006

Skills
Project Coordination, Hospitality Management, Sports Marketing, Project Management, Management, Event Planning, Sports, Event Management, Sponsorship, Sports Management, Marketing, Video Production, Marketing Communications, Leadership, Time Management, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Sales, Advertising, Community Outreach, Entertainment, Budgets, Fundraising, Facebook, Strategy, Team Leadership, Hospitality, Relationship Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Strategic Planning, Social Networking, Program Management, Project Planning, Marketing Strategy, Corporate Events, Research, Community Development, Creative Direction

Education
The George Washington University - School of Business   2007 — 2012
Masters of Tourism Administration, Sports Management

Bemidji State University   2002 — 2006
BA, Political Science

Tripp Somerville Tripp Somerville Portland, Oregon Area Details
Tripp Somerville's Minnesota State Senate Experience 1987 - 1990
Job Chief, External Relations at United Way of the ColumbiaWillamette
Industry Public Policy
Experience
United Way of the Columbia-Willamette  August 2015 - Present
Pamplin School of Business Administration, University of Portland   August 2012 - Present
Pyramid Communications  February 2009 - Present
Portland Schools Foundation  2004 - 2009
Davis, Hibbitts and McCaig   2000 - 2003
Northwest Area Foundation  1990 - 2000
Minnesota State Senate   1987 - 1990

Skills
Strategy Development, Strategic Communications, Public Policy, Public Affairs, Organizational..., Strategy, Crisis Communications, Message Development, Policy, Program Management, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Media Relations, Nonprofits, Grant Writing, Communications Planning, Fundraising, Community Development, Policy Analysis, Program Development, Government, Legislative Relations, Program Evaluation, Politics, Speech Writing, Volunteer Management, Political Campaigns, Grassroots Organizing

Education
The University of Georgia
Bachelors, Political Science

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Masters, Public Affairs

wayne popham wayne popham Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
wayne popham's Minnesota State Senate Experience 1962 - 1972
Job Lawyer at Popham Law Office
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Popham Law Office   2001 - Present
Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP  1997 - 2000
Popham Haik Schnobrich & Kaufman  1958 - 1997
Chair, Metropolitan Airports Commission   1995 - 1995
Minnesota State Senate   1962 - 1972

Skills
Civil Litigation, Real Estate, General Business, Non-profits, Courts, Trade Secrets, Litigation, Appeals, Mediation, Nonprofits, Patent Litigation, Legal Writing, Arbitration, Business, Legal Research, Product Liability, Corporate Law, Trials, Legal Advice, Trial Practice, Business Litigation, Legal Issues, Alternative Dispute..., Administrative Law, Family Law, Class Actions, Dispute Resolution, Environmental Law, Legal Assistance

Education
University of Minnesota Law School   1952 — 1955
JD, Law

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1947 — 1952
BSL, Law

Corey Coverston Corey Coverston Rochester, Minnesota Area Details
Corey Coverston's Minnesota State Senate Experience July 2000 - October 2005
Job JD Edwards Consultant
Industry Management Consulting
Experience
WhiteLight Group  March 2014 - Present
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.   April 2013 - October 2013
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.   December 2009 - April 2013
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.   September 2007 - December 2009
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.   January 2007 - October 2007
McNeilus Companies, Inc   October 2005 - December 2006
Minnesota State Senate   July 2000 - October 2005
Minnesota State Senate   January 2000 - July 2000
The Pointe Resort   May 1997 - July 1999

Skills
JD Edwards, Business Analysis, Business Process, Integration, SDLC, EDI, Project Management, Inventory Management, Payroll, ERP, Training, JDE Enterprise One, IBM iSeries, Process Improvement, Oracle, Data Conversion, Team Building, Budgets, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Data Migration, Troubleshooting, Testing, Software Development, Materials Management, Change Management, Software Project..., Logistics, Software Documentation, Visio

Education
Colorado Technical University   2009 — 2011
Bachelor, BSBA in Management

Century College   1997 — 1999
AA, Generals

Bill Bloyer Bill Bloyer Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Bill Bloyer's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 1976 - June 1980
Job Business Law and Operations Management Consulting at Bloyer the Lawyer, LLC
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Cruzan Princesse   March 2015 - Present
Bloyer the Lawyer, LLC   April 2009 - Present
Golden Oval Eggs   February 2006 - April 2009
International Multifoods Corporation  June 1980 - December 2005
Minnesota State Senate   January 1976 - June 1980

Skills
Mergers, Strategic Planning, Contract Negotiation, Labor Relations, Business Process, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Food Industry, Mergers & Acquisitions, Supply Chain, Forecasting, Negotiation, Team Building, Operations Management, Process Improvement, Management, Change Management, Cross-functional Team..., Budgets, Inventory Management, Continuous Improvement, Business Process..., Performance Management, Logistics, Income Statement, Product Development, P&L Management, Pricing, Organizational..., Food, SAP, Six Sigma, Employee Relations, Team Leadership, Consumer Products, New Business Development, Market Planning, Food Safety, Coaching, Strategy, Grocery, Commercialization, Food Service, Retail, Product Innovation, Sales Management, P&L

Education
William Mitchell College of Law   1977 — 1980
JD, Law

University of Minnesota Law School   1973 — 1974
Law

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1970 — 1972
BA, Political Science & Sociology

Cassie Warholm-Wohlenhaus Cassie Warholm-Wohlenhaus Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Cassie Warholm-Wohlenhaus's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2008 - May 2008
Job Librarian and Archivist at The American Swedish Institute
Industry Libraries
Experience
The American Swedish Institute  March 2012 - Present
Minneapolis Community Education  September 2013 - Present
Weavers Guild of Minnesota   February 2013 - Present
Travelers Insurance  May 2012 - December 2012
Minnesota Public Radio  January 2012 - May 2012
The American Swedish Institute  May 2011 - October 2011
University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Library and Information Studies   January 2011 - May 2011
University of Wisconsin-Madison Memorial Library  August 2010 - May 2011
Peace Corps  May 2008 - July 2010
Minnesota State Senate   January 2008 - May 2008

Skills
Grant Writing, Editing, Blogging, Research, Teaching, Cataloging, Community Development, Microsoft Office, Data Analysis, Library, Curriculum Design, Program Management, Books, HTML, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Community Outreach, Archives

Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison   2010 — 2012
M.A., Library and Information Studies

Macalester College   2003 — 2007
B.A., German Studies, Linguistics

Mike Parry Mike Parry Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Mike Parry's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2010 - January 2013
Job Independent Marketing and Advertising Professional
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Sterling-Krystal LLC   April 2007 - Present
Minnesota State Senate   January 2010 - January 2013
Rotary  2009 - 2010
Linder Radio Group   January 1999 - August 2007

Skills
Marketing, Public Speaking, Broadcast, Media Relations, Fundraising, Public Relations, Event Planning, Non-profits, Social Media, Strategic Communications, Strategic Planning, Community Outreach, Leadership, Social Media Marketing, Team Building, Marketing Communications, Editing, Research, Advertising, Budgets, Management, Event Management, Politics, Political Campaigns, Legislative Relations, Press Releases, Government, Volunteer Management, Policy, Public Policy, Customer Service, Coaching, Grassroots Organizing, Leadership Development, Social Networking, Sales, Crisis Communications, Community Development, Political Consulting, Coalitions, Public Affairs, Nonprofits, Policy Analysis, Speech Writing, Political Communication, Economic Development, Legislative Research, Grant Writing, Constituent Services, Program Development

Education
Bureau of Criminal Apprehension   1974 — 1975
Law Enforcement, Police Officer

Brown College   1972 — 1974
2, Broadcasting - Sales - Marketing

Linda Carroll-Shern Linda Carroll-Shern Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Linda Carroll-Shern's Minnesota State Senate Experience 1981 - 1997
Job Deputy Vice President at PhRMA
Industry Government Relations
Experience
PhRMA  1999 - Present
Minnesota Medical Association  1997 - 1999
Minnesota State Senate   1981 - 1997

Skills
Public Affairs, Legislative Relations, Coalitions, Legislation, Pharmaceutical Industry, Strategy, Political Campaigns, Government, Public Policy, Message Development, Medicaid, Leadership, Grassroots Organizing, Health Policy, Policy, Policy Analysis, Strategic Communications, Governmental Affairs, Speech Writing, Politics, Media Relations, Crisis Communications, State Government, Political Management, Community Outreach, Legislative Affairs, Economic Development, Spokesperson, International Relations, Building Coalitions, Crisis Management

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
BA, Political Science

William Mitchell College of Law
J.D.

Cristine Almeida Cristine Almeida Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Cristine Almeida's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2004 - October 2005
Job CEO at Almeida Public Affairs, LLC
Industry Government Relations
Experience
Almeida Public Affairs, LLC   February 2006 - Present
Vote Yes MN; Clean Water, Land and Legacy Campaign   May 2007 - November 2008
Minnesota State Senate   January 2004 - October 2005
Halleland Lewis Nilan & Johnson  June 2000 - January 2004
Leonard, Street and Deinard  December 1994 - June 2000
Minnesota Senate  December 1990 - December 1994
Wisconsin Assembly   June 1988 - December 1989

Skills
Government, Non-profits, Government Relations, Public Policy, Media Relations, Government Contracts

Education
Univ of Minnesota Humphrey Institute   2002 — 2003
Policy Fellow, Public Policy

William Mitchell College of Law   1998 — 2000

University of Wisconsin-Madison   1983 — 1988
BA, English Literature

German Marshall Fund
Fellow, Marshall Memorial Fellowship

Sean Nienow Sean Nienow Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Sean Nienow's Minnesota State Senate Experience 2003 - January 2007
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

Nicholas Kimball Nicholas Kimball Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Nicholas Kimball's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2005 - May 2005
Job Attorney
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Hennepin County District Court  October 2014 - Present
Cronan Thompson   May 2014 - October 2014
Immigration Law Clinic  August 2013 - May 2014
Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid  August 2013 - May 2014
Hennepin County Attorney's Office  May 2012 - August 2013
U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Transportation Security Administration   August 2010 - August 2011
U.S. Department of Commerce   March 2009 - August 2010
Obama for America  May 2007 - November 2008
Minnesota DFL Party  May 2005 - May 2007
Minnesota State Senate   January 2005 - May 2005

Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Criminal Law, Crisis Communications, Strategic Communications, Policy Analysis

Education
University of Saint Thomas School of Law
JD, Cum Laude

The George Washington University
BA, Political Science

Meg Eddy Meg Eddy Virginia Beach, Virginia Details
Meg Eddy's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2003 - May 2003
Job Poised, Passionate and Energetic Multilingual Professional with International Sales, Research and Marketing Expertise!
Industry International Affairs
Experience
Starbucks  September 2012 - Present
Self-Employed  April 2007 - August 2011
Fund Advisers Europe   August 2005 - March 2007
Ramsey County  November 2001 - August 2004
Minnesota State Senate   January 2003 - May 2003

Skills
Spanish, French, Leadership Development, Educator, Translator, Fitness, Training, Community Outreach, Management, Global Operations, Global Marketing, Global Management, Global Business..., Global Sourcing, Global Strategy, Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Business..., International Business, International Relations, International Project..., International Sales, Sales Management, Logistics, Interpreter, Political Science, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Design, Supervising Others, Customs and Border..., U.S. Foreign Service..., Foreign Languages, Finance, Microsoft, Food Service, Food Safety, Food Industry, Beverage Industry, Food & Beverage, Customer Service, Project Management

Education
City University of Seattle   2013 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Global Management, Sustainable Business Practices, 4.0

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, Spanish and Political Science

Universidad de Puerto Rico - Mayaguez   2004 — 2004
Spanish, Linguistics, Political Science, Aquaculture

Universidad Ortega y Gassett - Toledo   2003 — 2003
Spanish, Linguistics, Political Science

Caitlin (Kiki) Weingarten Condon Caitlin (Kiki) Weingarten Condon Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Caitlin (Kiki) Weingarten Condon's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 1999 - May 1999
Job Legal Editor at Lexis Nexis
Industry Legal Services
Experience
LexisNexis  August 1999 - Present
Hennepin County Bar Association  January 2001 - June 2001
Minnesota State Senate   January 1999 - May 1999
Hamline University  October 1998 - May 1999

Skills
Legal Research, Editing, Legal Writing, Copy Editing, Litigation, Social Media, Research, Government, Public Relations, Microsoft Office, Litigation Support, Nonprofits, Courts, Event Planning, Legal Issues

Education
Hamline University School of Law   1996 — 1999
JD, Law

Macalester College   1989 — 1993
BA, History

St. Andrew's Episcopal School   1987 — 1989

Lisgar Collegiate Institute   1985 — 1987

Lisa Frenette Lisa Frenette Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Lisa Frenette's Minnesota State Senate Experience December 1993 - December 1997
Job Principal Frenette Legislative Advisors
Industry Government Relations
Experience
Frenette Legislative Advisors   January 2010 - Present
Builders Association of Minnesota  January 2006 - December 2010
Minnesota Grocers Association   November 2004 - December 2005
Coleman for Senate   2005 - 2005
Messerli & Kramer  September 2002 - November 2004
Minnesota House of Representatives  September 1999 - September 2002
Minnesota State Senate   December 1993 - December 1997

Skills
Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Legislation, Coalitions, Grassroots Organizing, Policy Analysis, Political Campaigns, Politics, Public Affairs, State Government, Non-profits, Policy, Government, Public Speaking, Legal Research, Legislative Research, Political Consulting, Legislative Affairs, Research, Strategic Communications

Education
University of River Falls - Wisconsin   1980 — 1984
Old and Middle English

Metropolitan State University
Bachelor of Arts, Communications

Andrew De Jong Andrew De Jong Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Andrew De Jong's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2012 - January 2013
Job Public Affairs
Industry Government Relations
Experience
Americans for Prosperity  October 2013 - April 2014
Republican Party of Minnesota  May 2013 - September 2013
Minnesota State Senate   January 2012 - January 2013
Stillwater Police Department  March 2011 - June 2012
Champion Lodging - AmericInn Lodge & Suites   July 2010 - January 2012
GOP Youth Convention   June 2009 - August 2009
Congressman Peter J. Roskam   2009 - 2009
Hillsdale College  2006 - 2009
Clear Channel Radio  June 2008 - September 2008
Wilson-Bennett Technology, Inc.   July 2007 - August 2007

Skills
Research, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Event Planning, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Political Science, Microsoft Word, Editing, Political Campaigns, Non-profits, Crisis Management, Public Relations, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Journalism, Community Outreach, Politics, Publicity, Web Design, Event Management, Nonprofits, Legislative Research, Legislative Relations, Political Economy

Education
Hillsdale College   2006 — 2010
B.A., Political Science, Economics, American Political Philosophy, Music

Northwestern College   2005 — 2006
Post Secondary Education Option, History

Benjamin Sherrard Benjamin Sherrard Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Benjamin Sherrard's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2012 - May 2012
Job IT BA Intern at Andersen Corporation
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Minnesota State Fair  August 2014 - September 2014
Andersen Corporation  May 2014 - August 2014
Minnesota State Fair  May 2013 - September 2013
Washington County Fair   August 2013 - August 2013
Menards  April 2012 - August 2012
Minnesota State Senate   January 2012 - May 2012
University of Minnesota  November 2011 - January 2012
Menards  May 2009 - March 2011

Skills
Windows 7, Java, Microsoft Office, Visual Basic, Microsoft Office Suite, Windows XP, FileMaker, Relational Databases, Constant Contact, Management, Troubleshooting, Informatica PowerCenter, Project Management, Web Conferencing, ETL, Public Speaking, Requirements Gathering, Business Analytics

Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management   2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Management of Information Systems

Colin Farley Colin Farley Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Colin Farley's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2012 - May 2012
Job Front Office Agent/Night Audit at Hyatt Regency Minneapolis
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis  April 2011 - Present
Radisson Blu Mall of America  2013 - 2013
Minnesota State Senate   January 2012 - May 2012
US Census Bureau  March 2010 - April 2010
University of Minnesota  September 2009 - December 2009
Edgewater Resort & Waterpark Hotel & Conference Center   June 2006 - August 2009

Skills
Customer Service, Sales, Enrollments, Friendly Personality, Teamwork, Leadership, Supervisory Skills, Auditing, Cashiering, Microsoft Office, Communication, Calming, Conflict Resolution, Reliability, Writing, Editing, Research, Political Science, Psychology, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality, Front Office, Data Entry, Customer Satisfaction

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Political Science and Government, 3.5 Major GPA

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Psychology, 3.5 Major GPA

University of Minnesota-Duluth   2008 — 2009

East High School

Marie Kurth Marie Kurth Washington, District Of Columbia Details
Marie Kurth's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2011 - May 2011
Job Foreign Affairs Officer at U.S. Department of State
Industry International Affairs
Experience
U.S. Department of State   June 2012 - Present
Humphrey School of Public Affairs  September 2010 - December 2012
City of Plymouth, MN  November 2009 - January 2012
Berlitz Corporation  2009 - 2012
Minnesota State Senate   January 2011 - May 2011
Weber Shandwick  February 2008 - March 2009
Coface Deutschland   February 2007 - April 2007
Deutsche Welle  June 2006 - July 2006

Skills
Politics, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Editing, Intercultural..., Community Outreach, National Security, Program Management, Teaching, Qualitative Research, Community Organizing, International Relations, Foreign Affairs, Public Speaking, Research

Education
Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs   2010 — 2012
MPP, National Security, Advanced Policy Analysis, Immigration Policy

Concordia College   2002 — 2006
BA, Print Journalism and German

Orono High School   1999 — 2002
Diploma

Benjamin Jacks Benjamin Jacks Greater Chicago Area Details
Benjamin Jacks's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2008 - May 2008
Job Client Services Representative at Assurance | Prompt Customer Service Provider
Industry Insurance
Experience
Assurance  October 2014 - Present
Gallagher Bassett Services, Inc.   April 2014 - September 2014
American Family Insurance  January 2013 - April 2014
American Family Insurance  February 2012 - January 2013
Vernon Hills Park District  June 2004 - January 2012
Vernon Hills Park District  June 2004 - March 2011
Lake County Administrator's Office   May 2008 - August 2008
Minnesota State Senate   January 2008 - May 2008

Skills
Writing, Excel, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Word, Public Speaking, Teamwork, Coaching, French, Social Networking, English, Research, Teaching, Data Analysis, Event Planning, Sports, Microsoft Excel, Training, Windows, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Access

Education
DePaul University   2009 — 2011
M.Ed., Secondary Education

University of Minnesota   2005 — 2009
B.A., Political Science

Catherine Cass McLaughlin Catherine Cass McLaughlin Saint Paul, Minnesota Details
Catherine Cass McLaughlin's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 1977 - April 1986
Job Dreams Come True With Community Spirit Ventures Connecting, Coordinating, Collaborating, CoFacilitating, and CoLeading
Industry Events Services
Experience
Community Spirit Ventures, LLC   August 2014 - Present
(CSV)   January 1994 - Present
University of Minnesota Center for Spirituality & Healing  July 2002 - 2014
Carondelet Center, Conference and Retreat Center   February 1997 - December 2001
Minnesota State Planning Agency   April 1986 - July 1991
Minnesota State Senate   January 1977 - April 1986
Student Ombudsman Service, University of MInnesota   September 1982 - December 1984

Skills
Workshop Facilitation, Research, Event Management, Psychology, Public Speaking, Healing, Non-profits, Nonprofits, Training, Teaching, Community Outreach, Social Services, Program Evaluation, Leadership Development, Healthcare, Grants, Program Management, Organizational..., Policy Analysis, Grant Writing, Event Planning, Curriculum Development, Community Engagement, Conflict Resolution, Higher Education, Editing, Volunteer Management, Crisis Intervention, Community Development, Career Counseling, Adult Education, Staff Development, Program Development, Leadership, Mental Health, Strategic Planning, Fundraising, Coaching, Psychotherapy, Career Development, Instructional Design, Social Media, Public Health, Start-ups, Microsoft Office, Public Relations, Team Building, Organizational..., Personal Development, Public Policy

Education
Center for Mindfulness, UMASS Medical Center   2012 — 2014
Certification in process, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Training

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2003 — 2014
Additional Graduate Courses and Workshops through the Center for Spirituality & Healing (CSH), Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices, Facilitation, Mediation, Meditaiton and Mindfulness

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1975 — 1984
BAS, Human Services

Pamela Vakarelova Pamela Vakarelova United States Details
Pamela Vakarelova's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 1995 - December 1996
Job Manager, Cargo Insurance Product Line Development
Industry Insurance
Experience
Halliburton  June 2014 - July 2015
Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty  2011 - January 2014
Kuehne + Nagel  May 2007 - May 2009
Expeditors International  January 2005 - March 2007
Expeditors International  January 2002 - March 2005
Target  January 1999 - December 2001
Target  January 1997 - December 1998
Minnesota State Senate   January 1995 - December 1996

Skills
Logistics, Underwriting, Ocean Cargo Underwriting, Transportation, Freight Forwarding, International Logistics, Freight, Customs Regulations, Analysis, Import, Supply Chain, Shipping, Ocean, Negotiation, Air Freight, International Trade, Sales, Insurance, Customer Service

Education
University of Adelaide   2007 — 2009
M.A., International Relations

University of Wisconsin-Madison   1989 — 1995
B.A., Political Science, History

Rolf Lund Rolf Lund Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Rolf Lund's Minnesota State Senate Experience 1994 - 1996
Job Senior Consultant at Natural Resource Group, LLC
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
Natural Resource Group, LLC  February 2008 - Present
CenterPoint Energy  2001 - 2008
CenterPoint Energy  1998 - 2001
Governor Arne Carlson - Minnesota   1997 - 1998
Minnesota State Senate   1994 - 1996
U.S. Senator Dave Durenberger - Minnesota   1989 - 1993

Education
Iowa State University   1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science; Communication

Sam Kramer Sam Kramer Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Sam Kramer's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2010 - January 2011
Job Attorney
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Katz, Marshall & Banks, LLP   August 2015 - Present
Cohen Milstein Sellers & Toll PLLC  January 2015 - May 2015
Georgetown University Law Center  September 2012 - May 2015
Georgetown University Law Center Institute for Public Representation Civil Rights Clinic   September 2014 - December 2014
Cohen Milstein Sellers & Toll PLLC  May 2014 - August 2014
Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights  January 2014 - April 2014
Public Defender Service  September 2013 - December 2013
U.S. Department of Justice   May 2013 - August 2013
Minnesota Department of Education  March 2011 - August 2012
Minnesota State Senate   January 2010 - January 2011

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

Education
Georgetown University Law Center   2012 — 2015
Juris Doctor (J.D.)

University of Liverpool   2008 — 2009
LLM, International Law

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2005 — 2007
B.A, Political Science and Journalism

Maggie Loeffelholz Maggie Loeffelholz Portland, Maine Details
Maggie Loeffelholz's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2010 - May 2010
Job MySuccess Program Coordinator at Southern Maine Community College
Industry Primary/Secondary Education
Experience
Southern Maine Community College  July 2014 - Present
Make It Happen Program, Portland Public Schools   September 2012 - August 2014
University of Minnesota  May 2011 - August 2012
Minnesota Law Review  May 2010 - May 2012
Cedar Riverside Adult Education Collaborative  May 2010 - August 2011
Paul Meunier for State Senate   May 2010 - November 2010
Minnesota State Senate   January 2010 - May 2010

Skills
Political Science, Legislative Relations, Community Outreach, Research, Political Campaigns, Website Updating, Politics, Non-profits, Legal Research, Grassroots Organizing, Microsoft Office, Mac OS X, Human Rights, Office Management, Canvassing, Oral & Written...

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science, Religious Studies, French Studies, Summa Cum Laude

Université Paul Valéry (Montpellier III)   2011 — 2011
French Studies, Political Science

Christopher Zempel Christopher Zempel Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Christopher Zempel's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2010 - May 2010
Job Executive Budget Officer State of Minnesota
Industry Government Administration
Experience
State of Minnesota  December 2014 - Present
Little Minds Learning Center  June 2013 - Present
Air National Guard  July 2009 - Present
Minnesota Department of Administration  July 2014 - December 2014
Maritz  November 2010 - January 2013
University of Minnesota  August 2010 - January 2011
Minnesota Department of Transportation  May 2010 - September 2010
Minnesota State Senate   January 2010 - May 2010

Skills
Executive Coaching, Microsoft Excel, Performance Consulting, Performance Improvement, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Records Management, Small Business, Small Business IT..., Process Improvement, Loyalty Programs, Loyalty Marketing, Employee Engagement, Public Policy, Econometrics, Economics, SAS, Stata, State Government, Customer Satisfaction, Management, Strategy

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2010 — 2014
Master of Public Policy (MPP), Community and Economic Development

Bemidji State University   2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History

Shelley M. Hawes Shelley M. Hawes Chaska, Minnesota Details
Shelley M. Hawes's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2000 - June 2006
Job Photojournalist / Marketing / Merchandising / Customer Service
Industry Photography
Experience
Freelance  March 1995 - Present
Construction Guide Magazine   February 2006 - November 2007
Minnesota State Senate   January 2000 - June 2006
Insight News  2006 - 2006
Easyriders motorcycle shop   2001 - 2002
Groth Music  October 1989 - October 1995
National Camera Exchange  October 1983 - November 1986
Brand Name Deals   June 1982 - October 1983

Skills
Photography, Multimedia Journalism, Research, Feature Writing, Copywriting, Illustration, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Customer Service, Community Outreach, Customer Relations, Community Organizing, Non-profits, Social Services, Food Service, Public Speaking, Publicity, Public Relations, Human Rights, Editorial, Stories, Magazines, Event Management, Documentary, Digital Photography, Photojournalism, Journalism, Editing, Writing, Art, Photoshop, Mac, Multimedia, Portraits, Photos, Promotions, Portrait Photography, Fine Art Photography, Newsletters, Press Releases, Videography, Event Planning, Publishing, Marketing Communications, Media Relations

Education
WCCO Television, I Team   1986 — 1986
6 month completion, Internship in investigative reporting

Minneapolis Community and Technical College   1984 — 1986
Media Production Certificate, Commercial Art / Media Production

Minneapolis College of Art and Design   1983 — 1983
none, B&W photography

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1981 — 1983
Liberal Arts

Chuck Noerenberg Chuck Noerenberg Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Chuck Noerenberg's Minnesota State Senate Experience 1993 - 2000
Job President at National Alliance for Drug Endangered Children
Industry Government Administration
Experience
National Alliance for Drug Endangered Children   February 2010 - Present
State of Minnesota  January 2007 - February 2010
Office of the Governor  July 2004 - January 2007
Minnesota House of Representatives  2000 - July 2004
Minnesota State Senate   1993 - 2000

Skills
Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Legislation, Policy Analysis, Coalitions, Political Campaigns, Public Affairs, Politics, Government, Policy, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Strategic Communications, Volunteer Management, Economic Development, Community Development, Community Engagement, Crisis Management, Environmental Policy, Federal Government, Fundraising, Grant Writing, Grants, Grassroots Organizing, Health Policy, International Relations, Legal Research, Local Government, Media Relations, Mediation, Nonprofits, Philanthropy, Political Communication, Political Consulting, Political Science, Program Development, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Research, Speech Writing, State Government, Workshop Facilitation, Administrative Law, Community Organizing, Crisis Communications, Non-profit..., Program Evaluation, Public Administration, Legal Writing, Human Rights

Education
University of Minnesota Law School
Juris Doctor, Law

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
BA, Political Science

Kelly Wolfe Kelly Wolfe Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Kelly Wolfe's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2005 - December 2006
Job Director of Government Relations at Leonard, Street and Deinard
Industry Government Relations
Experience
Leonard, Street and Deinard  December 2006 - Present
Minnesota State Senate   January 2005 - December 2006

Education
Humphrey Institute, University of Minnesota   2002 — 2004
M.P.P., Social Policy

University of Alabama   1995 — 1999
B.A., English

Stephanie Zugschwert Stephanie Zugschwert Chicago, Illinois Details
Stephanie Zugschwert's Minnesota State Senate Experience November 1995 - June 1996
Job Assistant General Counsel for Policy at Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart's Office
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Minnesota Alliance on Crime (MAC)   April 2010 - January 2012
Minnesota Department of Public Safety  1996 - 1998
Minnesota State Senate   November 1995 - June 1996
Hennepin County District Court  1993 - 1996
Minnesota Attorney General  1993 - 1993
Briggs & Morgan  1991 - 1992

Skills
Non-profits, Government, Legislation, legal research and..., grant writing, Public Policy, Criminal Justice, Public Safety, Policy Analysis, politics, Fundraising, Grant Writing, Management, Nonprofits, Policy

Education
William Mitchell College of Law   1989 — 1993
JD, Law

St. Olaf College   1984 — 1988
BA, Economics

Gould Marritta Gould Marritta Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Gould Marritta's Minnesota State Senate Experience 1984 - Present
Job SISLegislative Assistant IV at MN Senate
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Retired in November 2014   November 2014 - Present
Minnesota State Senate   1984 - Present
MN Senate  May 1984 - November 2014

Skills
Public Policy, Political Campaigns, Politics, Legislative Relations, Policy Analysis, Research, Government, Nonprofits, Strategic Communications, Microsoft Office, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Policy, Healthcare, State Government, Teaching, Legal Research, Customer Service, Newsletters, Microsoft Word, Legislation, Office Administration

Education
Metropolitan State University   1982 — 1983

Jane Krentz Jane Krentz Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Jane Krentz's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 1993 - December 2002
Job Director, McVay Youth Partnership& Regional Coordinator for NCEL
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Hamline University  2004 - Present
National Caucus of Environmental Legislators (NCEL)   2001 - Present
National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO)   1995 - Present
Guthrie Theater  May 1971 - Present
Minnesota State Senate   January 1993 - December 2002

Skills
Non-profits, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Program Development, Volunteer Management, Teaching, Research, Editing, Public Policy, Public Relations, Higher Education, Social Media, Staff Development, Creative Writing, Community Development, Customer Service, Curriculum Design, Social Networking, Leadership Development, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits, Media Relations, Marketing Communications, Leadership, Budgets, Data Analysis, Arts Administration, PowerPoint, Facebook, Marketing, Strategic Communications, Program Evaluation, Event Management, Newsletters, Grants, Community Organizing, Blogging, Press Releases, Legislative Relations, Tutoring, Program Coordination, Organizational..., Policy Analysis, Grassroots Organizing, Political Campaigns, Annual Giving, Social Services

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
MEd., Special Education

Hamline University   1971 — 1974
BA, Psychology, Elementary Education

Edison High School

Debra Raschke Debra Raschke Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Debra Raschke's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 1999 - May 1999
Job Administrative Assistant Damage Prevention
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Xcel Energy  August 2011 - Present
Thomson Reuters  June 2010 - July 2011
Thomson Reuters  April 2006 - December 2009
Community Action Partnership of Suburban Hennepin  July 2003 - March 2006
Brightondale Assisted Living   April 2002 - July 2003
PetSmart  September 1996 - September 2001
Minnesota State Senate   January 1999 - May 1999

Skills
Access, Analysis, Leadership, Management, Program Management, SharePoint, Project Management, Strategy, Visio, Training, Budgets, Business Development, Project Planning, Team Building, Change Management

Education
Southern New Hampshire University   2014 — 2017
Master of Science in Corporate Finance

University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business   2010 — 2010
Project Management

Hamline University   2005 — 2005
Certificate, Human Resource Management

Hamline University Graduate School   2003 — 2005
MA, Management; Human Resource Studies

Hamline University   1996 — 2000
BA; BA; Department Honors, Political Science; History; Political Science and History

High School

Kevin Petrie Kevin Petrie Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Kevin Petrie's Minnesota State Senate Experience February 2014 - May 2014
Job Committee Page at Minnesota House of Representatives
Industry Political Organization
Experience
Minnesota House of Representatives  January 2015 - Present
Minnesota DFL House Caucus   June 2014 - November 2014
Minnesota State Senate   February 2014 - May 2014
Towne Park  February 2008 - February 2014

Skills
Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Hotels, Revenue Analysis, Hospitality Industry, Customer Service, Hotel Management, Event Management, Customer Satisfaction, Account Management, Sales, Food & Beverage, Budgets, Event Planning, Team Building, Inventory Management, Forecasting, New Business Development, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Time Management

Education
University of Minnesota-Duluth
Political Science

Aric Carpenter Aric Carpenter Saint Paul, Minnesota Details
Aric Carpenter's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2013 - May 2013
Job Government Affairs & Communications
Industry Government Relations
Experience
Gopher Digital Productions   September 2012 - Present
Office of Governor Mark Dayton  January 2015 - May 2015
University of Minnesota  January 2014 - May 2015
University of Minnesota  August 2013 - May 2015
Big Ten Network  August 2013 - May 2015
Minnesota State Senate   January 2013 - May 2013
Best Buy  September 2011 - May 2012
KTEQ Radio Station   May 2011 - May 2012

Skills
Leadership, Communication, Public Speaking, Video Production, Microsoft Office, Speech Writing, International Relations, Interviewing Skills, People Skills, Youth Development, Youth Mentoring, Youth Leadership, Sports Coaching, Video, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Event Planning, Customer Service, Social Media, Microsoft Excel, Time Management, Teamwork, Management, Research, Social Networking, Facebook, Press Releases, Writing, Editing, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Leadership Development, Social Media Marketing

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2012 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Political Science (Major) - Leadership (Minor), Senior

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology   2010 — 2012
Chemical Engineering

Matthew Wanning Matthew Wanning Council Bluffs, Iowa Details
Matthew Wanning's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2012 - May 2012
Job Long Term Care Case Manager at Art Jetter & Company
Industry Insurance
Experience
Art Jetter & Company  March 2015 - Present
Minnesota State Senate   January 2012 - May 2012
PACER Center  April 2011 - August 2011

Skills
Higher Education, Public Policy, Volunteer Management, Microsoft Excel, Fundraising, Policy Analysis, Public Speaking, Research, Nonprofits, Grant Writing, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Program Evaluation, Leadership, Editing, Program Development, Customer Service, Event Planning

Education
Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs   2010 — 2012
Masters of Public Policy, Nonprofit Management and Leadership

Briar Cliff University   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Spanish

Kelly (Russell) Morrell Kelly (Russell) Morrell Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Kelly (Russell) Morrell's Minnesota State Senate Experience 2006 - 2008
Job Commuter Programs Specialist
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Metro Transit  February 2013 - Present
The Shed Fitness Studio   2012 - Present
Minnesota Association of Professional Employees   August 2009 - January 2013
Grassroots Solutions  November 2008 - July 2009
Minnesota State Senate   2006 - 2008

Skills
Public Policy, Community Outreach, Policy Analysis, Legislative Relations, Grassroots Organizing, Volunteer Management, Non-profits, Political Campaigns, Strategic Communications, Event Planning, Research

Education
University of Minnesota Duluth   2006 — 2007
Master's, Advocacy and Political Leadership

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Individualized Studies, Sociology, Psychology, Business Management

Missy Racho Missy Racho Greater Denver Area Details
Missy Racho's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2008 - May 2008
Job PhD Candidate, Psychology at University of Northern Colorado
Industry Mental Health Care
Experience
University of Northern Colorado  September 2011 - Present
Psychological Services Clinic, UNC   January 2014 - May 2014
University of Northern Colorado  August 2012 - December 2012
University of Colorado Hospital  January 2009 - May 2009
Minnesota State Senate   January 2008 - May 2008

Skills
International..., International Security, Counterterrorism, Psychotherapy, Cognitive Assessment, Personality Assessment, Neuropsychological...

Education
Northfield High School

UNC

University of Denver
MA, International Security

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
BA, Political Science/International Relations

Kristin Eggerling Kristin Eggerling Grand Forks, North Dakota Area Details
Kristin Eggerling's Minnesota State Senate Experience 1996 - 1999
Job Freelance writer and editor
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Conservation Minnesota Voter Center   2003 - Present
Minnesota DFL Party  2000 - 2014
Quin Community Health Services   January 2003 - March 2008
Minnesota State Senate   1996 - 1999

Skills
Editing, Writing, Public Relations, Non-profits, Politics, Strategic Planning, Event Planning, Research, Government Relations, Event Management, Government, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Blogging, Copy Editing, Proofreading, Grant Writing, Creative Writing, Microsoft Office, Media Relations, Nonprofits, Public Policy

Education
University of Manitoba   1991 — 1994
M.A., Sociology

Augsburg College   1985 — 1989
BA, Sociology

Adam Nyhan Adam Nyhan New York, New York Details
Adam Nyhan's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2000 - June 2000
Job Founder at Adam Nyhan Law
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Adam Nyhan Law   April 2013 - Present
Jade Textiles   November 2012 - Present
AnthroTech Meetup   October 2012 - June 2014
Alchemy  June 2012 - April 2013
LegaLaunch   May 2011 - June 2012
Constantine Cannon LLP  November 2004 - April 2011
U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Special Investigations   June 2003 - December 2003
Human Rights Watch  June 2002 - August 2002
US Congress, Rep. Bill Luther (MN)   September 1999 - May 2002
Minnesota State Senate   January 2000 - June 2000

Skills
Litigation, Marketing, Counseling Startups, International Law, Start-ups, Legal Issues, Licensing, Entrepreneurship, Commercial Litigation, Class Actions, Joint Ventures, Competition Law, Civil Litigation, Transactional Law, Community Management, Corporate Governance, Legal Writing, Trade Secrets, Legal Research

Education
The George Washington University Law School   2001 — 2004
JD

Macalester College   1994 — 1998
BA, Cultural Anthropology

University College Cork   1997 — 1997
Archaelogy

Yarmouth High School   1990 — 1994

David J. Stellmach David J. Stellmach Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
David J. Stellmach's Minnesota State Senate Experience February 2006 - May 2006
Job Staff Attorney at Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency  May 2014 - Present
Roseville Planning Commission   April 2013 - Present
Hennepin County Recorder/Registrar of Titles   June 2013 - May 2014
Beisel & Dunlevy, P.A.   May 2010 - December 2012
Ramsey County Examiner of Titles   May 2012 - July 2012
Ramsey County District Court  January 2012 - May 2012
William Mitchell College of Law - Community Development Clinic   August 2011 - December 2011
Beisel & Dunlevy, P.A.   May 2007 - August 2009
Minnesota State Senate   February 2006 - May 2006
Project Vote Smart  May 2005 - July 2005

Skills
Courts, Hearings, Real Estate Transactions, Pleadings, Real Estate, Title Insurance, Property Law, Motions, Land Use, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Research, Civil Litigation, Litigation, Bankruptcy, Breach Of Contract, Westlaw

Education
William Mitchell College of Law   2009 — 2012
JD

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2005 — 2007
Bachelors of Arts, Political Science; Sociology

University of Minnesota-Duluth   2002 — 2005
Political Science; Sociology

Sartell High School

Kip Knippel, Esq. Kip Knippel, Esq. Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Kip Knippel, Esq.'s Minnesota State Senate Experience March 2002 - November 2002
Job Principal at Quaero Group Legal Search
Industry Staffing and Recruiting
Experience
Quaero Group   March 2015 - Present
Hirenomics   January 2013 - March 2015
CBRE  2006 - 2012
Langlais & Schumacher   2002 - 2006
Minnesota State Senate   March 2002 - November 2002
Hertogs & Associates   1999 - 2002

Skills
Real Estate, Licensing, Corporate Law, Professional Services, Due Diligence, Leases, Joint Ventures, Real Estate Development, Real Estate Transactions, Venture Capital, Acquisitions, Contract Negotiation, Mergers, Private Equity, Valuation, Strategic Consulting, Corporate Real Estate, Facilities Management, Market Analysis, Asset Managment, Recruiting, Talent Acquisition, Executive Search, Contract Recruitment, Employee Relations, Direct Hires, Legal Compliance, Risk Management, Change Management, Full-life Cycle..., Legal Search, C-Suite Search, Financial Services..., Real Estate Search, Mergers & Acquisitions, Strategy, Sales, Management, Leadership, Human Resources, Consulting, Negotiation, Investments, Disposition, Employee Benefits, Real Estate Economics, Finance, Executive Management, Start-ups, Restructuring

Education
William Mitchell College of Law   1999 — 2002
Juris Doctorate, Law

St. John's University   1995 — 1999
BA, Cum Laude, English & Communication

Cretin Derham Hall   1991 — 1995
Honors, High School

Highland Catholic   1983 — 1991

Laurie McKendry Laurie McKendry Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Laurie McKendry's Minnesota State Senate Experience March 2012 - May 2015
Job MBA
Industry Research
Experience
Rotary International  2012 - June 2015
Minnesota State Senate   March 2012 - May 2015
City of Minnetonka  January 2013 - January 2015
Laurie McKendry Consulting   2000 - 2011
Congressman Keith Ellison D.O.   January 2010 - June 2010
Telecommunications Business   1995 - 2005

Skills
Social Justice, Community Organizing, Community Outreach, Debate, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Cooperative Development, Research, Policy Analysis, Mobilizing, Team Leadership, Inspiring People, Building Strong..., Business Planning, New Business Development, Business Strategy, Volunteer Management, Marketing, Community Development, Leadership Development, Public Policy, Grants, Program Development, Strategic Communications, Economic Development, Grassroots Organizing, Politics, Youth Development, Event Planning, Grant Writing, Political Campaigns, Program Evaluation

Education
St. Catherine University   2014 — 2016
MBA- Integrated Marketing Communications, MBA - Communication and Media Studies

St. Catherine University   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Graduated Top Ten - Magna Cum Laude

Natalie Pavlatos Natalie Pavlatos Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Natalie Pavlatos's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2012 - May 2012
Job Associate at CLS Strategies
Industry International Affairs
Experience
CLS Strategies  April 2015 - Present
CLS Strategies  January 2015 - March 2015
Public Achievement  February 2014 - September 2014
Macalester College  November 2012 - May 2013
Keith Ellison for Congress  May 2012 - November 2012
Keith Ellison for Congress  March 2012 - May 2012
Minnesota State Senate   January 2012 - May 2012
Macalester College  September 2011 - May 2012
Marbles: The Brain Store  June 2011 - December 2011
The Prince's Trust  February 2011 - May 2011

Skills
Research, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Social Media, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Facebook, Proofreading, Politics, Press Releases, Data Entry, Writing, Spanish, NGP, Report Writing, Youth Empowerment, Data Analysis, Conflict Resolution, Fundraising, Multimedia, Youth Leadership, Storytelling, Editing, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Public Relations

Education
Queen's University Belfast   2013 — 2014
Master of Arts (M.A.) with Commendation, Violence, Terrorism and Security

Macalester College   2008 — 2012
Bachelor's, Political Science, Linguistics, Hispanic Studies

University of Ulster   2011 — 2011
Democracy and Social Change Programme, Political Science

Ariel Mio, PMP Ariel Mio, PMP San Francisco Bay Area Details
Ariel Mio, PMP's Minnesota State Senate Experience 2006 - 2008
Job IT Operations Lead (Consultant) at Genentech
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Genentech  September 2014 - Present
Dimension Data  February 2014 - May 2014
VitalArc Technology   April 2013 - October 2013
Digineer  July 2011 - October 2013
Express Scripts  2011 - 2013
The Here We Are   2012 - 2012
SUPERVALU  2010 - 2011
Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry  2008 - 2009
Minnesota State Senate   2006 - 2008

Skills
Project Management, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Business Analysis, SharePoint, Leadership, Team Building, Change Management, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Vendor Management, Business Process..., Management, Team Leadership, Visio, Forecasting, SDLC, Business Intelligence, Project Portfolio..., MS Project, Entrepreneurship, Process Management, IT Management, Small Business, Software Project..., Project Planning, Pharmacy Benefit..., Product Development, PMP, Integration, Strategy, PMO, Business Process, Consulting, CRM, Budgets, Business Requirements, Management Consulting, Resource Management, IT Strategy, Requirements Gathering, Enterprise Architecture, Requirements Analysis, Data Warehousing, Agile Methodologies, Project Delivery, Agile Project Management, Business Process...

Education
Gustavus Adolphus College   2005 — 2007
Bachelor’s Degree, International Business Management

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Travis Petschl Travis Petschl Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Travis Petschl's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2012 - January 2013
Job Mission Fulfillment Coordinator at UASRC
Industry Construction
Experience
UASRC   February 2015 - Present
First State Tire Recycling   August 2014 - February 2015
Keller Williams  January 2013 - February 2015
Minnesota State Senate   January 2012 - January 2013
CraftMasters   September 2011 - December 2011
Minnesota Vikings  June 2010 - February 2011
Minnesota Vikings  February 2008 - June 2010

Skills
Government Procurement, Public Policy, Fundraising, Public Relations, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Sports, Editing, Policy Analysis, Government, Research, Political Campaigns, Social Media, Media Relations, Leadership Development, PowerPoint, Volunteer Management, Press Releases, Event Management, Leadership, Training, Community Development, Politics, Facebook

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2008 — 2010
Bachelor's Degree, Political Science

Century College   2005 — 2008
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.), Horticulture

St. Francis High School   1995 — 1999

St. Francis High School

Kimberly Balega Kimberly Balega Dallas/Fort Worth Area Details
Kimberly Balega's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2011 - August 2011
Job Public Relations Manager at Wingstop Restaurants, Inc.
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Wingstop Restaurants, Inc.   May 2015 - Present
Red Wing Shoe Co.  August 2011 - April 2015
Sheriff Rich Stanek Campaign Committee   October 2012 - September 2013
Minnesota State Senate   January 2011 - August 2011
Republican Party of Minnesota  May 2009 - January 2011

Skills
Public Relations, Strategic Communications, Political Campaigns, Speech Writing, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Media Relations, Social Networking, Legislative Relations, Marketing Communications, Blogging, Promotional Copy, News Writing, Corporate Communications, Governmental Affairs, Copy Editing, Promotional Solutions, Adobe Design Programs, Microsoft Office, Technical Writing, Proposal Writing, Legal Writing, Report Writing, Grant Writing, Public Policy, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Social Media..., Public Affairs, New Media, Politics, Campaigns, Political Communication, Brand Development, Event Management, Copywriting, Online Marketing, Grassroots Organizing, Marketing, Research, Community Development, Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Crisis Communications, Editing, Leadership, Government, Nonprofits, Newsletters

Education
North Dakota State University   2004 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), English and Communications

Brittany Libra Brittany Libra Kansas City, Missouri Area Details
Brittany Libra's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2010 - May 2010
Job Solution Architect at Cerner Corporation
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Cerner Corporation  January 2013 - Present
Organizing for America  October 2012 - November 2012
MASIP: Innovative Model of Comprehensive Delivery Care in the Public Health System   October 2011 - December 2011
The Minnesota Transportation Alliance   January 2011 - June 2011
Minnesota State Senate   January 2010 - May 2010
STAND: The Student-led Division of Genocide Intervention Network  June 2009 - November 2009
STAND: The Student-led Division of Genocide Intervention Network  December 2008 - May 2009

Skills
Event Planning, Public Speaking, Spanish, Research, Public Policy, Policy, Human Rights, Public Health, Policy Analysis, Consulting

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2007 — 2012
Political Science, Global Studies, Spanish Studies

Fundación CIMAS del Ecuador
Political Science, Spanish

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Public Health, Spanish

Ted Lillie Ted Lillie Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Ted Lillie's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2010 - January 2013
Job President of the Taxpayers League of Minnesota
Industry Newspapers
Experience
The Taxpayers League of Minnesota   September 2013 - Present
Lillie Suburban Newspapers  1984 - Present
Platinum Bank  January 2006 - Present
Minnesota State Senate   January 2010 - January 2013
Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce  January 2007 - December 2007
Oakdale Business and Professional Association   October 2002 - September 2004
ADC Telecomunications   1979 - 1984

Skills
Public Relations, Grassroots Organizing, Political Campaigns, Strategic Communications, Non-profits, Crisis Management, Board of Director..., Public Policy, Nonprofits, Editing, Media Relations, Internal Communications, Policy, Government, Social Media, Newsletters, Board of Directors, Public Speaking, Public Affairs, Fundraising, Press Releases, Corporate Communications, Legislative Relations, Politics, Crisis Communications, Event Planning, Community Development, Copy Editing, Facebook, Blogging, Legislation, Journalism, State Government, Copywriting, Newspapers, Community Outreach, News Writing, Marketing Communications, Content Strategy, Social Networking, Policy Analysis, Speech Writing, Grassroots

Education
Gustavus Adolphus College   1975 — 1979
BA, Political Science and Accounting

Mallory Larson Mallory Larson Seattle, Washington Details
Mallory Larson's Minnesota State Senate Experience 2009 - 2009
Job Child Care Provider at Private Nanny Share
Industry Primary/Secondary Education
Experience
REI  October 2015 - Present
Private Nanny Share   August 2015 - Present
Garden, Inc. Autism Services of Colorado   May 2015 - July 2015
Government of Spain (Ministry of Education, Culture, and Sport)   2012 - 2014
Freelance  2012 - 2014
Government of France (Ministry of Education)   2011 - 2012
Apple  2010 - 2011
Apple  2008 - 2010
Minnesota State Senate   2009 - 2009
MD Physicals Inc   2003 - 2004

Skills
English Grammar, Proofreading, Text Editing, English Teaching, Teaching English as a..., Writing, Accent Reduction, French, Travel, Travel Planning, Retail Sales, Employee Training, Mentoring New Hires, Coaching & Mentoring, Visual Merchandising, Apple Aperture, Apple Software, Canon DSLR, Yoga

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), French Studies, Political Science

Université Paul Valéry (Montpellier III)   2007 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), French Language and Literature

Rebecca Alery Rebecca Alery Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Rebecca Alery's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2011 - March 2013
Job Communications Director at Congressman Tom Emmer (MN6)
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Congressman Tom Emmer (MN-6)   January 2015 - Present
Mike McFadden for US Senate   August 2014 - November 2014
Public Affairs Co.   March 2013 - August 2014
Minnesota State Senate   January 2011 - March 2013
Romney for President  July 2012 - November 2012
Conservative Leaders for America’s Future   November 2010 - January 2011
The Connolly Kuhl Group   November 2010 - January 2011
Emmer for Governor   July 2010 - November 2010
American Majority  February 2010 - July 2010
Emmer for Governor   January 2010 - July 2010

Skills
Political Campaigns, Politics, Grassroots Organizing, Strategic Communications, Social Media, Public Relations, Media Relations, Fundraising, Event Planning, Political Communication, Public Speaking, Political Science, Legislative Relations, Facebook, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Volunteer Management, Research, Legislative Research, Press Releases, Government, Newsletters, Editing, State Government, Blogging, Event Management, Policy, Training, Strategy, Public Affairs, Coalitions, Constituent Services, Leadership, Message Development, Political Consulting

Education
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire   2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science; Legal Studies & Pre-law

William Mitchell College of Law   2008 — 2009
J.D.

Michelle Wilde Michelle Wilde Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Michelle Wilde's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2012 - April 2012
Job Law Clerk at Hennepin County Attorney's Office Juvenile Prosecution Division
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Hennepin County Attorney's Office  May 2015 - Present
U.S. District Court   May 2014 - July 2014
Ramsey County Elections  June 2012 - January 2013
Minnesota State Senate   January 2012 - April 2012

Skills
Public Speaking, Westlaw, Research, Customer Service

Education
University of Michigan Law School   2013 — 2015
Doctor of Law (JD)

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2011 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Political Science and Government, 3.95

College of St. Benedict   2010 — 2011

Katherine Gasper Katherine Gasper Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Katherine Gasper's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2010 - May 2010
Job Legislative Assistant III at Minnesota Senate
Industry Government Relations
Experience
Minnesota Senate  January 2013 - Present
McGrann Shea Law Firm   January 2011 - January 2013
Science Museum of Minnesota  January 2011 - August 2011
Minnesota DFL Party  June 2010 - November 2010
Minnesota State Senate   January 2010 - May 2010
Minnesota Valley YMCA  February 2008 - April 2010
City of Lakes Americorps/YMCA Day Camp Streefland   May 2009 - September 2009
Bethel University College   October 2007 - July 2008
Minnesota House of Representatives  January 2008 - May 2008

Skills
Non-profits, Legislative Relations, Politics, Research, Leadership, Government, Policy, Public Policy, Political Campaigns, Legislation, Grassroots Organizing, Community Outreach, Policy Analysis, Legislative Research, Volunteer Management, State Government, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Marketing, Event Planning, Political Science, Coalitions, Nonprofits, Community Organizing

Education
Bethel University   2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, History, Political Science

Lakeville High School   2002 — 2005
High School Degree

Heather Follensbee Heather Follensbee Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Heather Follensbee's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2010 - May 2010
Job Certified Student Attorney at Anoka County Public Defender's Office
Industry Law Practice
Experience
State of Minnesota  March 2015 - Present
State of Minnesota  June 2014 - Present
LAMP Clinic   January 2014 - Present
Ascheman & Smith, LLC   January 2014 - Present
Ramsey County Public Defender  2014 - 2015
Midwest Disability  2012 - 2013
McSweeney & Fay, PLLP   August 2011 - September 2012
Minnesota State Senate   January 2010 - May 2010

Skills
English-Spanish, Legal Research, Westlaw, Legal Writing, Legislative Relations, Spanish-English, Political Science, PowerPoint

Education
William Mitchell College of Law   2012 — 2015
JD

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2008 — 2011
BA, Political Science

Chippewa Falls Senior High   2004 — 2008

Larissa Shea Larissa Shea Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Larissa Shea's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2015 - Present
Job Legislative Assistant to Majority Leader Bakk at Minnesota State Senate
Industry Media Production
Experience
Minnesota State Senate   January 2015 - Present
Al Franken for Senate 2014  April 2014 - November 2014
CONUS Archive/Hubbard Holdings LLC - Hubbard Broadcasting, Inc   May 2008 - April 2014
Upright Egg Theatre Company   June 2008 - March 2013
Prairie Fire Children's Theatre  June 2003 - June 2008
Minnesota Children's Museum  January 2007 - June 2007
Seaside Repertory Theatre  May 2006 - August 2006
Concordia On-Air   September 2005 - April 2006
Carl B Ylvisaker Library - Concordia College   2002 - 2006
Concordia On-Air   September 2004 - April 2005

Skills
Event Management, Fundraising, Interpersonal Skill, Microsoft Office, Time Management, Writing, Public Speaking, Youth Programs, Customer Service, Volunteer Recruiting, Community Organizing, Direct Voter Contact, Mac OS, Databases, Grant Coordination

Education
Concordia College   2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Theatre/Theatre Arts Management, Mass Media, Magna Cum Laude

J. (Jerry) Vigil J. (Jerry) Vigil Colorado Springs, Colorado Details
J. (Jerry) Vigil's Minnesota State Senate Experience 1996 - 1997
Job Safety/Security Professional
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
home  May 2014 - Present
Memorial Hospital - University of Colorado Health  2011 - 2014
Denver Museum of Nature and Science  1997 - 2008
Minnesota State Senate   1996 - 1997

Skills
Security Management, Physical Security, Security Operations, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, phyical security, facilities security and..., VIP Protection, Hospital security, Hazmat Response, Hazmat Operations, Flight Safety, Supervisory Skills, Team Leadership, Leadership Development, Patient Safety, Fire Safety, Security, Tactics, Intelligence, Military Experience, Investigation, Law Enforcement

Education
Front Range Community College   2009 — 2009
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Fine/Studio Arts, General

United States Marine Corps   1979 — 1992
Non comissioned Officers Leadership Course, Military and Strategic Leadership

Gerry Sikorski Gerry Sikorski Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Gerry Sikorski's Minnesota State Senate Experience 1976 - 1983
Job Chairman, Government Section at Holland & Knight
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Holland & Knight LLP  1996 - Present
Opperman & Paquin   1993 - 1996
U.S. House of Representatives   1983 - 1993
Minnesota State Senate   1976 - 1983

Skills
Government, Civil Litigation, Legal Research, Litigation, Legal Writing, Commercial Litigation

Education
University of Minnesota
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), summa cum laude

University of Minnesota Law School
J.D., magna cum laude

Dean Mahlstedt - CMP Dean Mahlstedt - CMP Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Dean Mahlstedt - CMP's Minnesota State Senate Experience November 2009 - March 2010
Job CEO at ProCare Services, Inc. Restoration & Cleaning since 1983. Certified Mold Professional
Industry Facilities Services
Experience
ProCare Services, Inc   October 1998 - Present
ProCare Services, Inc   October 1998 - Present
Minnesota State Senate   November 2009 - March 2010

Skills
Leadership, Customer Service, Mold Remediation, Small Business, Restoration, Entrepreneurship, Training, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Government, Employee Training, Management, Sales Management, Water Damage Restoration, Carpet Cleaning, Account Management, Fire Damage Restoration, Public Speaking, Online Advertising, Marketing, IAQ Consulting, Mold Inspections, Home Inspections, Protective Coatings, Consulting, Janitorial, Floor Cleaning, Professional Cleaning, Cleaning, Thermal Imaging, Moisture Control, Moisture Analysis, Building Maintenance, Building Services, Soot Damage, Public Policy, Teaching, Driving Growth, Job Estimating, Operations Management, Residential Design, QuickBooks, Xactimate, Client Runner, Bluegrass, Public Relations, Event Planning, Coatings, Epoxy Flooring

Education
Trinity International University   1991 — 1994
BA, Youth Ministry, Bible, Psychology, History

Sean Suter Sean Suter Washington, District Of Columbia Details
Sean Suter's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2010 - May 2010
Job Teaching Assistant to former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright at Georgetown University
Industry International Affairs
Experience
Georgetown University  May 2014 - May 2015
Inter-American Development Bank  May 2014 - July 2014
U.S. Department of State, Bureau of African Affairs   January 2014 - April 2014
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid / Friends for Harry Reid   April 2011 - March 2013
Southwest University  August 2010 - January 2011
Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party  May 2010 - July 2010
Minnesota State Senate   January 2010 - May 2010
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee  May 2009 - August 2009
Office of Senator Barack Obama  May 2008 - August 2008
Congressman Tim Walz  May 2007 - August 2007

Skills
Public Policy, International Economics, International..., International Relations, Research, Editing, Leadership, Economics, Teaching, Policy Analysis, Politics, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Political Science

Education
Georgetown University   2013 — 2015
Master of Science in Foreign Service, International Economics / International Development

College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University   2006 — 2010
B.A., Political Science

Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University

Samson Tamire Samson Tamire Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Samson Tamire's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2009 - June 2009
Job Marketing and Advertising Professional
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Accountemps-Wells Fargo   February 2010 - April 2010
Minnesota State Senate   January 2009 - June 2009
IBM  September 2006 - August 2008

Education
Augsburg College   2008 — 2010
Bachelor, Marketing & Administration

rochester community and technical college

Sherry Munyon Sherry Munyon Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Sherry Munyon's Minnesota State Senate Experience 1982 - 1989
Job President at Capitol Access
Industry Government Relations
Experience
Capitol Access   2006 - Present
Capitol Hill Associates   2001 - 2006
Minnesota Automobile Dealers   1998 - 2001
Minnesota Chamber of Commerce  1993 - 1998
Regional Transit Board   1987 - 1993
Minnesota State Senate   1982 - 1989

Skills
Political Science, Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Crisis Communications, Policy Analysis, Public Relations, Environmental Policy, Government, Volunteer Management, Public Speaking, Legislation, Event Management, Economic Development, Community Outreach, Political Consulting, Event Planning, Grassroots Organizing, Leadership, Leadership Development, Politics, Coalitions, Community Development, Public Affairs, Political Campaigns, Non-profits, Sustainability, Program Development, Social Media, Editing, Strategic Communications, Nonprofits, Project Management, Press Releases, Public Administration, Community Organizing, Program Management, Program Evaluation, Message Development, Policy, Fundraising, Research, Strategic Planning, Local Government, Political Communication, Organizational..., Mediation

Education
Bemidji State University

Sibley High School

Jacob Millner Jacob Millner Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Jacob Millner's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2007 - May 2007
Job Director of Government Affairs at Minnesota Dental Association
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Minnesota Dental Association  December 2013 - Present
Minnesota Automobile Dealers Association   January 2012 - December 2013
Jewish Community Relations Council  March 2008 - January 2012
AARP  August 2007 - January 2008
Minnesota State Senate   January 2007 - May 2007

Skills
Government Relations, Coalition Building, Public Policy, Research, Policy, PAC management, Legislative Relations, Public Speaking, Coalitions, International Relations, Legislation, Public Affairs, Lobbying, Politics, Public Relations, Grassroots Organizing, Nonprofits, Government, Policy Analysis, Program Evaluation, Strategic Communications, PAC, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Program Development, Community Outreach, Economic Development, Grant Writing, Political Campaigns, Foreign Policy, Political Communication, Community Organizing, Event Planning, Grants, Leadership, Event Management, Newsletters, Media Relations, Speech Writing, Community Development, Political Science, Grassroots, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Message Development, Governmental Affairs, Editing, Strategy, Political Consulting, Crisis Communications

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2006 — 2008
MPP

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign   2002 — 2006
B.A.

Lee Pickup Lee Pickup Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Lee Pickup's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2011 - May 2011
Job Customer Service Representative at Murphy Warehouse Company
Industry Logistics and Supply Chain
Experience
Murphy Warehouse Company  May 2013 - Present
Buffalo Wild Wings  August 2010 - July 2013
Valvoline Instant Oil Change  December 2011 - August 2012
Minnesota State Senate   January 2011 - May 2011
Central College  August 2007 - May 2010
The University of Iowa  June 2008 - August 2008

Skills
Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Political Campaigns, Politics, Coalitions, Legislative Relations, Political Science, Constituent Services, Legislation, Political Communication, Public Affairs, Government, Community Outreach, Policy, Non-profits, Data Analysis, Logic, Data Entry, Microsoft Excel, Problem Solving, Probability, Problem Analysis, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Fundraising, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Leadership, Facebook, PowerPoint, Research, Event Management, Teaching, Time Management, Team Leadership, Analysis, Grassroots Organizing, Training, Marketing, Statistics, Strategic Planning, Teamwork, Outlook, Program Management, Coaching, Editing, Strategic Communications, Microsoft Word, Team Building

Education
Central College   2006 — 2010
BA, Physics, Math

Rosemount

Heather Linville Heather Linville San Francisco, California Details
Heather Linville's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2013 - April 2013
Job Marketing Account Coordinator at Republic Publishing
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Republic Publishing  July 2015 - Present
LivingSocial  June 2014 - June 2015
The Brushfire Group   July 2013 - January 2014
Minnesota State Senate   January 2013 - April 2013
Senate Victory Fund   August 2012 - November 2012
Synergetic Endeavors, LLC   January 2012 - March 2012
Minnesota State Senate   2011 - 2011
Nebraska Attorney General's Office  2008 - 2009
State Farm Insurance  May 2008 - August 2008

Skills
Social Media, Political Science, Political Campaigns, Event Planning, Public Relations, Time Management, Public Speaking, Crisis Communications, Media Relations, Creative Writing, Press Releases, Speech Writing, Social Networking, Customer Service, Politics, Community Outreach, Public Policy, Strategic Communications

Education
Concordia University-St. Paul   2010 — 2012
B.A., Political Science

EPHS

Jake Loesch Jake Loesch Saint Paul, Minnesota Details
Jake Loesch's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2011 - November 2011
Job Lobbyist / Account Executive at Goff Public
Industry Government Relations
Experience
Goff Public  December 2014 - Present
Freedom to Marry  August 2013 - November 2014
Minnesotans United   December 2012 - June 2013
Minnesotans United for All Families  November 2011 - November 2012
Minnesota State Senate   January 2011 - November 2011
Minnesota College Republicans  March 2010 - March 2011
Republican Party of Minnesota  May 2010 - December 2010
Starbucks Coffee Company  October 2008 - March 2010

Skills
Event Planning, Public Relations, Leadership, Networking, Activism, Political Campaigns, Politics, Public Policy, Public Speaking, Social Media, Policy Analysis, Strategic Communications, Political Science, Community Outreach, Media Relations, Speech Writing, Social Networking, International Relations, Coalitions, Facebook, Crisis Communications, Corporate Communications, Strategy, Recruiting, Policy, Management, Customer Service, Legislative Research, Legislative Relations, Event Management, Public Affairs, Editing, Grant Writing, Training, Press Releases, Political Consulting, Project Planning, Newsletters, Government, Campaigns, State Government, Program Development, Community Organizing, Legislation, Grants, Community Development, Political Communication, Economic Development, New Media, Research

Education
University of Minnesota Duluth   2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science

The University of Birmingham   2007 — 2008
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Foreign Studies

Ann Marie Butler Ann Marie Butler Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Ann Marie Butler's Minnesota State Senate Experience December 1995 - Present
Job Senate Counsel at Minnesota State Senate
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Minnesota State Senate   December 1995 - Present
Evans & Dixon  June 1993 - December 1995

Skills
Legal Research, Government Relations, Legal Writing, Lobbying, Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Legislation, Politics, Government, Non-profits, Policy, Public Speaking, Litigation, Administrative Law, Courts, Civil Litigation, Research, Public Affairs, State Government, Nonprofits

Education
Washington University in St. Louis School of Law   1990 — 1993
J.D.

Indiana University   1986 — 1990
B.A.

North Central High School   1982 — 1986

Ted Mondale Ted Mondale Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Ted Mondale's Minnesota State Senate Experience 1991 - 1997
Job CEO at Nazca Solutions
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Nazca Solutions  CEONazca2003 - Present
Metropolitan Council  January 1999 - January 2003
Minnesota State Senate   1991 - 1997

Education
William Mitchell College of Law   1985 — 1988

Brenda Shafer-Pellinen Brenda Shafer-Pellinen Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Brenda Shafer-Pellinen's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2013 - Present
Job Committee Administrator Tax Reform Division at Minnesota State Senate
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Minnesota State Senate   January 2013 - Present
Minnesota State Senate   January 2011 - Present
Minnesota Senate  December 2006 - January 2011
Minnesota Senate  January 2003 - December 2006
Minnesota Senate  February 1999 - December 2003
Minnesota House of Representatives  1997 - 1999

Skills
Public Policy, Community Outreach, Political Campaigns, Non-profits, Legislative Relations, Government, Politics, Event Planning, Volunteer Management, Public Relations, Research, Community Development, Nonprofits, Grassroots Organizing, Legislation, State Government, Legislative Research, Leadership, Policy Analysis, Policy

Education
Metropolitan State University   2007 — 2009
Individualized Studies B.A., Aging Policy and Advocacy

North Hennepin Community College   2006 — 2007
A.A.

Mountain Iron - Buhl H.S.

Carol Backstrom Carol Backstrom Washington, District Of Columbia Details
Carol Backstrom's Minnesota State Senate Experience 2000 - 2001
Job Director, Intergovernmental and External Affairs, CMS/Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services  March 2015 - Present
National Governors Association Center for Best Practices  November 2013 - January 2015
MN Department of Human Services  November 2012 - November 2013
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services  March 2011 - November 2012
MN Department of Health  September 2008 - February 2011
HealthPartners  October 2007 - September 2008
HealthPartners  June 2001 - October 2007
Minnesota State Senate   2000 - 2001
Central European Teaching Program  1993 - 1994

Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management   2003 — 2006
MHA, Healthcare Administration

Lawrence University   1990 — 1992
BA, English

Louansee Moua Louansee Moua San Francisco Bay Area Details
Louansee Moua's Minnesota State Senate Experience 2002 - 2004
Job Chief of Staff, Councilmember Tam Nguyen at City of San José
Industry Government Administration
Experience
City of San José  January 2015 - Present
CITY OF SAN JOSE  September 2005 - December 2014
Minnesota State Senate   2002 - 2004

Skills
Political Campaigns, Grants, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Politics, Leadership, Nonprofits, Social Housing, Economic Development, Management, Customer Service, Policy Analysis, Legislative Relations, Journalism, Microsoft Office, Public Safety, Government, Public Policy, Budgets, Public Speaking, Social Media

Education
Concordia University-St. Paul   2000 — 2002
Master of Arts, Business Management

Campbell University   1994 — 1998
Communications/Radio&Television, Mass Communications

Susan Kent Susan Kent Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Susan Kent's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2013 - Present
Job Minnesota State Senator
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Minnesota State Senate   January 2013 - Present
In Medias Res   1997 - 2003
GSD&M  1987 - 1996
Dancer Fitzgerald Sample  1985 - 1986

Skills
Community Outreach, Strategy, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Strategic Communications, Fundraising, Public Relations, Legislation, Marketing Strategy, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Integrated Marketing, Event Planning, Social Media, Media Relations

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   1981 — 1985
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Communications

Erik Reseland Erik Reseland Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Erik Reseland's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2007 - January 2011
Job Executive Administrative Assistant at Minnesota Judicial Branch
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Minnesota Judicial Branch  July 2013 - Present
Minnesota Judicial Branch  October 2011 - July 2013
Minnesota State Senate   January 2007 - January 2011
Minnesota State Senate   January 2003 - January 2007
Minnesota State Senate   June 2001 - December 2002

Skills
Legislative Relations, Political Campaigns, Public Policy, Politics, Policy Analysis, Government, Coalitions, Legislation, Community Outreach, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications, Constituent Services, Grassroots Organizing, Political Communication, Non-profits, Public Relations, Legislative Research, Policy

Education
Augsburg College   1994 — 1998
BA, Political Science

Jay Benanav Jay Benanav Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Jay Benanav's Minnesota State Senate Experience 1976 - 1981
Job Founder College Inside Track
Industry Education Management
Experience
College Inside Track   2014 - Present
JCA  2009 - Present
College Advisors Network   2005 - December 2014
Weinblatt & Gaylord   2001 - December 2014
Augsburg College  September 2008 - November 2012
St. Paul City Council   January 1998 - January 2008
WCRA   1987 - 2001
Minnesota department of labor and industry  1983 - 1987
Peterson, Engberg & Peterson   1981 - 1983
Minnesota state senate   1976 - 1981

Skills
Commercial Litigation, Administrative Law, Property Law, Educational Consulting, Employment Law, Non-profits, Public Policy, Public Speaking, Policy, Fundraising, Policy Analysis, Community Outreach, Strategic Planning, Government, Strategic Communications, Contract Negotiation, Mediation, Media Relations, Public Affairs, Editing, Philanthropy, Grassroots Organizing, Political Science, Legislative Relations, Nonprofits, Grants, Research, Leadership Development, Coalitions, Program Evaluation, Political Campaigns, Volunteer Management, Public Relations, Community Development, Legislation, Crisis Communications, Program Development, Legal Research, Speech Writing, Politics, Legal Writing, Political Consulting, Insurance, State Government, Community Organizing, Legislative Research, International Relations, Human Rights, Economic Development, Political Communication

Education
Columbia University - Columbia Business School   1996 — 1996
Executive Program in Business

Harvard University, John F. Kennedy School of Government   1985 — 1985
PublicPolicy, Program in State and Local Government

St. John's University School of Law   1974 — 1976
JD, Law

State University of New York at New Paltz   1969 — 1973
Bachelor of Science (BS), Political Science and Government

Roosevelt High School   1966 — 1969

Christine Kiel Christine Kiel Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Christine Kiel's Minnesota State 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

Jon Brune Jon Brune Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Jon Brune's Minnesota State Senate Experience 1988 - Present
Job Producer at Senate Media Services
Industry Telecommunications
Experience
Minnesota State Senate   1988 - Present

Education
Brown College   1987 — 1988
Radio / Television Broadcasting

Bemidji State University   1979 — 1984
BS, Criminal Justice

Katie Eayrs Katie Eayrs Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Katie Eayrs's Minnesota State Senate Experience 2006 - 2007
Job Senior Associate, International Tax at KPMG LLP
Industry Accounting
Experience
KPMG US  October 2014 - Present
KPMG US  October 2012 - Present
KPMG US  March 2014 - October 2014
KPMG US  October 2012 - March 2014
Grady & Associates  January 2010 - May 2011
Department of Justice - Miami Immigration Court   May 2009 - July 2009
AES  September 2007 - August 2008
Minnesota State Senate   2006 - 2007

Skills
Legal Research, Research, Pleadings, Microsoft Office, Writing, Contract Negotiation, Immigration, Legal Issues, Editing, Tax, Legal Writing, Legal Documents, Legislation, Government, Mediation, Courts, Hearings, Corporate Law, Immigration Law, Litigation

Education
New York University School of Law   2011 — 2012
LL.M., Taxation

Case Western Reserve University School of Law   2008 — 2011
Juris Doctor, magna cum laude, International Law Concentration with Honors

Boston University   2001 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International Relations and Affairs; Hispanic Language and Literature

Renee Jenson Renee Jenson Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Renee Jenson's Minnesota State Senate Experience 1996 - Present
Job President, Free Agent Association, Inc.
Industry Management Consulting
Experience
The Barbara Schneider Foundation   2008 - Present
Free Agent Association, Inc.   January 1998 - Present
Minnesota State Senate   1996 - Present

Skills
Program Development, Community Outreach, Leadership Development, Mental Health, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Non-profits, Grant Writing, Social Services, Fundraising, Event Planning, Coaching, Volunteer Management, Research, Social Networking, Event Management, Public Policy, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Social Media Marketing, Training, Teaching, Editing, Social Media, Public Relations, Business Growth..., Financial Analysis, PowerPoint, Policy Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Team Building, Proposal Writing, Program Management, Online Marketing, Organizational..., Workshop Facilitation, Data Analysis, System Administration, Leadership, Marketing Communications, Healthcare, Government, Staff Development, Community Development, Conflict Resolution, Policy, Supervisory Skills, Higher Education

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1994 — 1996
Master of Arts (M.A.), Public Policy/ Management of Non-Profit/Public Organizations

University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management   1987 — 1992
Bachelor of Science in Business, Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations

Kirk Pederson Kirk Pederson Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Kirk Pederson's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 1997 - May 2000
Job Lobbyist
Industry Government Relations
Experience
Rice, Michels & Walther, LLP   May 2000 - Present
Minnesota State Senate   January 1997 - May 2000
Clean Water Action  1991 - 1996
Weil Gotshal and Manges  October 1989 - May 1991
U.S. House of Representatives   June 1987 - September 1989

Skills
Legislative Relations, Legislation, Grassroots Organizing, Coalitions, Public Policy, Political Campaigns, Legislative Affairs, Political Consulting, Legislative Research, Politics, Public Affairs, State Government, Political Communication, Policy Analysis

Education
Augsburg College   1983 — 1987
B.S., Political Science

Allison Wolf Allison Wolf Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Allison Wolf's Minnesota State Senate Experience October 1983 - October 1994
Job Legislative Director at Mn Center for Environmental Advocacy
Industry Legislative Office
Experience
Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy  October 2005 - Present
The Nature Conservancy  October 2003 - July 2005
Minnesota Justice Foundation  2001 - 2003
Minnesota State Senate   October 1983 - October 1994
Regenerative Funding Project   September 1981 - September 1983
U.S. Office of Personnel Management   January 1979 - July 1981
United States Senate  January 1978 - January 1979

Skills
Policy Analysis, Legal Research, Coalitions, Legislative Relations, Non-profits, Legislative Research, Community Outreach, Legal Writing, State Government, Environmental Policy, Policy, Public Speaking, Research, Legislative Policy, Editing, State Legislation, Administrative Law, Federal Government..., Water Quality, Criminal Justice, Document Drafting

Education
Washington University in St. Louis   1975 — 1979
JD

Carleton College   1973 — 1975
B.A.

Macalester College   1971 — 1973
NA

Northfield High School   1968 — 1971
High School

Sam Richie Sam Richie Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Sam Richie's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2013 - August 2014
Job Associate Attorney, Fryberger, Buchanan, Smith & Frederick, P.A.
Industry Legal Services
Experience
Minnesota State Senate   January 2013 - August 2014
Judge Terrance M. Walters   June 2010 - August 2010
Nichols Kaster & Anderson, PLLP   July 2007 - August 2009

Education
William Mitchell College of Law   2009 — 2012
JD, Law

St. John's University   2003 — 2007
BS, Political Science

Meredith Udoibok Meredith Udoibok Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Meredith Udoibok's Minnesota State Senate Experience 1991 - March 1993
Job Director,Office of Brownfields and Redevelopment
Industry Government Administration
Experience
MN Department of Employment and Economic Development  1997 - Present
MN Dept of Employment and Economic Development  2007 - August 2010
Minnesota State Senate   1991 - March 1993

Skills
Redevelopment, Community Development, Economic Development, Public Policy, Legislative Relations, Local Government, Government, Policy Analysis, Grant Writing, Policy, Grants, Legislation, Political Campaigns, Community Outreach, Public Administration

Education
Bemidji State University   1987 — 1990
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science & Spanish, International Studies

Peter Winiecki Peter Winiecki Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Peter Winiecki's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2010 - December 2012
Job Government Relations / Public Policy / Promotions
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Minnesota State Senate   January 2010 - December 2012
Minnesota State Senate   August 2007 - January 2011
Janecek Public Affairs   June 2005 - June 2006

Skills
Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Political Campaigns, Legislation, Politics, Legislative Research, Government, Policy Analysis, Coalitions, Grassroots Organizing, Political Consulting, Public Affairs, State Government, Political Communication, Strategic Communications, Community Outreach, Speech Writing, Policy, Media Relations, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Nonprofits

Education
Hamline University   2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Political Science and Government

North Hennepin Community College   2003 — 2004
General Liberal Arts Courses

Kara Lovett Epperson Kara Lovett Epperson Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Kara Lovett Epperson's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2000 - December 2000
Job Senior Analyst at Government Accountability Office
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Government Accountability Office  July 2003 - Present
Minnesota State Senate   January 2000 - December 2000

Education
Iowa State University   2001 — 2003
M.A., Political Science

Iowa State University   2001 — 2003
M.S., Information Assurance

Luther College   1995 — 1999
BA, Political Science, German

Jamie Gundersen Jamie Gundersen Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Jamie Gundersen's Minnesota State Senate Experience 2004 - 2006
Job Account Manager at Orbit
Industry Political Organization
Experience
Orbit  March 2008 - Present
Robert Half Int'l  2007 - 2008
Minnesota State Senate   2004 - 2006
Minnesota Senate  2004 - 2006
Massachusetts Governor's Office  January 2001 - November 2001
Republican National Committee  January 2000 - November 2000

Education
Emmanuel College   1998 — 2002

The College of St. Scholastica
Masters, Education

Michael Scandrett Michael Scandrett Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Michael Scandrett's Minnesota State Senate Experience 1983 - 1992
Job MS Strategies, LLC
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
MS Strategies   July 2015 - Present
Minnesota Public Health Association  2008 - Present
Halleland Habicht PA  January 2002 - Present
Center for Cross Cultural Health   2007 - 2010
Minnesota State Senate   1983 - 1992

Skills
Strategic Planning, Nonprofits, Healthcare, Policy, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Non-profits, Program Development, Health Policy, Public Speaking, Program Evaluation, Grant Writing, Fundraising, Grants, Public Health, Community Outreach

Education
University of Minnesota Law School
Doctor of Law (JD)

Trischa Heitman-Ochs Trischa Heitman-Ochs Saint Paul, Minnesota Details
Trischa Heitman-Ochs's Minnesota State Senate Experience 2006 - 2008
Job Social Services at Dakota County
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Dakota County  August 2011 - Present
Hennepin County  2009 - August 2011
Minnesota State Senate   2006 - 2008

Skills
Policy Analysis, Adolescents, Motivational..., Grant Writing, Government, Local Government, Crisis Intervention, Leadership Development, Event Planning, Cpr Certified, Data Analysis, Resume Writing, Volunteer Management, Teaching, Community Organizing, Fundraising, Report Writing, Microsoft Office, Research, Grants, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Policy, Public Policy, Program Evaluation, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Career Counseling, Program Development, Psychology, Workshop Facilitation, Social Services, SPSS, Public Health, Community Outreach, Developmental..., Qualitative Research, CBT, Community Development, Legal Research, Survey Design, Case Managment, Health Promotion

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2007 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sociology

Crystal Funari Crystal Funari Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Crystal Funari's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2005 - May 2005
Job Compliance Investigator at UnitedHealth Group
Industry Legal Services
Experience
UnitedHealth Group  November 2013 - Present
Thomson Reuters  March 2011 - November 2013
Thomson Reuters  December 2008 - March 2011
Hennepin County  December 2007 - June 2008
The Thomson Corporation  October 2006 - June 2008
Misdemeanor Clinic, William Mitchell College of Law   May 2007 - July 2007
Minnesota State Senate   January 2005 - May 2005

Skills
Speak foreign languages, Legal Research, Research, Legal Writing, Westlaw

Education
William Mitchell College of Law   2005 — 2008
Juris Doctor, Law

William Mitchell College of Law   2005 — 2008
Juris Doctor, Law

Hamline University   2001 — 2005
B.A., Political Science, French

Hamline University   2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science; Sociology, French

Peg Anderson Peg Anderson Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Peg Anderson's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 1973 - July 1998
Job bookkeeper at MN ASSN REALTORS
Industry Real Estate
Experience
MN ASSN REALTORS   MN CRS Staff AdministratorMN CRS2010 - Present
Minnesota Association of REALTORS   1999 - Present
Minnesota State Senate   January 1973 - July 1998

Education
St. Cloud State University - Herberger Business School   1970 — 1972

F. B. Kellogg High School   1966 — 1970

Roger D. Moe Roger D. Moe Erskine, Minnesota Details
Roger D. Moe's Minnesota State Senate Experience 1981 - 2002
Job President, National Strategies, Inc.
Industry Government Relations
Experience
National Strategies, Inc.   June 1994 - Present
National Strategies Inc.  1994 - Present
Minnesota State Senate   1981 - 2002

Skills
Public Policy, Politics, Legislative Relations, Political Campaigns, Grassroots Organizing, Government, Media Relations, Political Communication, Policy, Public Affairs, Policy Analysis, Research, Legislation, Public Speaking, Political Consulting, Coalitions, Strategic Communications, Public Relations, Nonprofits, Crisis Communications, Speech Writing, Grants, Organizational..., International Relations, Strategy, Reputation Management, Volunteer Management, Economic Development, Crisis Management, Political Science, Fundraising, Message Development, Grant Writing, Proposal Writing, Community Organizing, Public Administration, Foreign Policy, Community Outreach, Community Development, Local Government

Education
Mayville State University   1962 — 1966
Bachelor’s Degree

Elizabeth (Kosel) Mortenson Elizabeth (Kosel) Mortenson Naples, Florida Area Details
Elizabeth (Kosel) Mortenson's Minnesota State Senate Experience 2004 - 2007
Job Assistant Professor of Advanced Critical Thinking at Ave Maria School of Law
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Ave Maria School of Law  August 2013 - Present
Ave Maria School of Law  August 2011 - July 2013
Bopp, Coleson & Bostrom   August 2010 - July 2011
Minnesota State Senate   2004 - 2007

Education
Marquette University   2000 — 2004
B.A., Political Science and Criminology and Law Studies

Trinity School at River Ridge

Heather Johnston Heather Johnston Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Heather Johnston's Minnesota State Senate Experience February 1994 - August 1994
Job City Manager at City of Burnsville
Industry Government Administration
Experience
City of Burnsville  April 2013 - Present
City of Burnsville  October 2011 - April 2013
City of Minneapolis  March 2004 - September 2011
MINNESOTA MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET (formery Department of Finance)   February 1999 - February 2004
US OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET  July 1996 - January 1999
George Washington University  August 1994 - May 1996
THE WHITE HOUSE National Performance Review   January 1995 - May 1995
Minnesota State Senate   February 1994 - August 1994

Skills
Program Management, Policy, Grants, Public Policy, Budgets, Financial Analysis, Government, Leadership, Analysis, Management, Community Outreach, Proposal Writing, Project Planning, Economic Development, Legislative Relations, Public Relations, Training

Education
The George Washington University   1994 — 1996
MPA, Budget & Public Expenditure Analysis

Augsburg College   1988 — 1992
BA, Political Science & Communication

vic moore vic moore Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
vic moore's Minnesota State Senate Experience 1981 - 2003
Job CoOwner of "Franzen and Moore"
Industry Government Relations
Experience
Franzen and Moore   January 2007 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP  2003 - 2007
Minnesota State Senate   1981 - 2003

Skills
Legislative Relations, Government, Legal Research, Public Policy, Grassroots Organizing, Mediation, Media Relations, Nonprofits, Policy, Research, Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, Public Speaking, State Government, Political Consulting, Fundraising, Social Media, Internal Communications, Strategic Communications, Politics, Legislation, Editing, Coalitions, Public Affairs, Policy Analysis, Political Campaigns, Strategic Planning, Legal Writing, Message Development, Crisis Communications, Community Development, Speech Writing, Community Organizing, Community Outreach, Spokesperson, Volunteer Management, Economic Development, Grants, International Relations, Grant Writing, Local Government, Campaigns, Community Engagement, Reputation Management, Crisis Management, Philanthropy, Political Communication, Corporate Social..., Press Releases

Education
St. John's University   1968 — 1972
Political Science and Government

Jessica Vealitzek Jessica Vealitzek Greater Chicago Area Details
Jessica Vealitzek's Minnesota State Senate Experience 2003 - 2005
Job Author at She Writes Press
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
She Writes Press  May 2013 - Present
La Pomme de Pin   2008 - 2009
Kelley for Minnesota   May 2005 - September 2006
Minnesota State Senate   2003 - 2005

Skills
Research, Public Policy, Editing, Media Relations, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Creative Writing, Storytelling, Books, Magazines

Education
National Louis University   2009 — 2010
Certification, Secondary English

Roosevelt University   1999 — 2003
MFA, Creative Writing

Lake Forest College   1994 — 1998
BA, American Studies

Luke Friedrich Luke Friedrich Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Luke Friedrich's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2005 - June 2005
Job Sr. Manager, External Communications & Public Affairs at SUPERVALU
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
SUPERVALU  2013 - Present
Jack Link's Beef Jerky  2013 - 2013
SUPERVALU/Cub Foods  2010 - 2013
U.S. House of Representatives, Congressman Erik Paulsen   February 2009 - June 2010
Norm Coleman for Senate   June 2008 - February 2009
United States Senate, Sen. Norm Coleman   June 2005 - May 2008
Minnesota State Senate   January 2005 - June 2005
United States Senate, Sen. Norm Coleman   June 2004 - December 2004

Skills
Strategic Communications, Public Policy, Politics, Public Relations, Public Affairs, Political Campaigns, Event Planning, Social Media, Media Relations, Public Speaking

Education
Macalester College
B.A., Communication and Media Studies

Wadena-Deer Creek High School

Pam Schutt Pam Schutt Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Pam Schutt's Minnesota State Senate Experience 1988 - 2003
Job Deputy & Director of State Relations at Midwestern Higher Education Compact
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Midwestern Higher Education Compact  2003 - Present
Minnesota State Senate   1988 - 2003

Education
North Dakota State University
B.S., Mathematics

Julie Bayerl Julie Bayerl Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Julie Bayerl's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2013 - Present
Job Leadership Assistant to Majority Leader Tom Bakk at Minnesota State Senate
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Minnesota State Senate   January 2013 - Present
Minnesota State High School League  2007 - Present
Minnesota State Senate   January 2011 - December 2012
Minnesota State Senate   December 2006 - December 2010

Skills
Public Policy, Government, Political Campaigns, Legislative Relations, Policy Analysis, Policy, Community Outreach, Leadership, Politics, Community Development, Strategic Communications, Volunteer Management, Fundraising, Nonprofits

Education
Bemidji State University   2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (BS), Computer Science

Bemidji High School

Eric Steen Eric Steen Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Eric Steen's Minnesota State Senate Experience 2003 - 2009
Job Director of Communications at BlueGreen Alliance
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
BlueGreen Alliance  April 2014 - Present
Blue Green Alliance  August 2009 - April 2014
Minnesota State Senate   2003 - 2009
KDWA Radio   1999 - 2003

Skills
Strategic Communications, Policy Analysis, Media Relations, Public Policy, Political Campaigns, Grassroots Organizing, Politics, Public Affairs, Community Outreach, Coalitions, Legislative Relations, Speech Writing, Community Organizing, Message Development, Economic Development, Political Communication

Education
Brown College   2000 — 2000
Radio Broadcasting

Orrie Salper Orrie Salper Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Orrie Salper's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2012 - June 2012
Job Graduate student at UMD
Industry Political Organization
Experience
University of Minnesota- Duluth  September 2013 - Present
Minnesota State Senate   January 2012 - June 2012
Carly Melin for State Representative (special election)   January 2011 - February 2011
Minnesota DFL (Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party)   November 2010 - December 2010
Minnesota DFL Coordinated Campaign   May 2010 - November 2010
Rukavina for Governor   October 2009 - April 2010
Museum of Science and Industry  January 2009 - September 2009
Grassroots Campaigns  June 2008 - November 2008
Wells Fargo  November 2004 - February 2007
Grassroots Campaigns  September 2004 - November 2004

Skills
Fundraising, Politics, Editing, Research, International Relations, Legislative Relations, Political Campaigns, Public Policy, Time Management, Policy Analysis, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Data Entry, Microsoft Excel, Social Media Marketing

Education
University of Minnesota-Duluth   2013 — 2015

University of Wisconsin-Madison   1997 — 2001
BA, Anthropology, Zoology

Cheryl Lennon Cheryl Lennon Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Cheryl Lennon's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 1981 - August 1983
Job senior administrative assistant at HealthPartners
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
HealthPartners  January 2002 - Present
Minnesota Court of Appeals  September 1983 - May 2001
Minnesota State Senate   January 1981 - August 1983

Skills
Administrative..., Epic Systems, Medical Records, Healthcare, Outlook, Medical Terminology, Dictaphone, Medical Transcription, EMR, Confidentiality, HIPAA, Spreadsheets, Hospitals, Appointment Scheduling

Education
Anoka Ramsey Community College
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary

Julie Sabo Julie Sabo Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Julie Sabo's Minnesota State Senate Experience 2000 - 2002
Job Member of the Advisory Board at Minnesota Guild of Public Charter Schools
Industry Education Management
Experience
Minnesota Guild of Public Charter Schools   May 2012 - Present
Minneapolis Public Schools  August 2010 - Present
Minneapolis Federation of Teachers   January 2009 - April 2010
Minnesota State Senate   2000 - 2002

Skills
K-12, Educational Leadership, Educational Technology, Classroom, Teaching, Literacy, Community Outreach, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Professional Learning..., Instructional Technology, Staff Development, Special Education, Teacher Training, Tutoring, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Early Childhood..., Elementary Education, Education Policy, Lesson Planning, Behavior Management, Charter Schools, Adult Education, Program Development, Instructional Design

Education
Augsburg College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Elementary Education and Teaching

Rebecca Klett Rebecca Klett Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Rebecca Klett's Minnesota State Senate Experience November 1996 - August 1999
Job Partner at Lockridge Grindal Nauen
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Lockridge Grindal Nauen  August 1999 - Present
Minnesota State Senate   November 1996 - August 1999

Education
William Mitchell College of Law   2006 — 2011
JD, law

University of Wisconsin-Madison   1988 — 1992
BA, English & Communications

sharon wolcott sharon wolcott Surprise, Arizona Details
sharon wolcott's Minnesota State Senate Experience 2002 - 2006
Job Mayor at CIty of Surprise
Industry Government Administration
Experience
CIty of Surprise  January 2012 - Present
City of Surprise  2009 - 2011
Marko Consulting   September 1990 - April 2009
Minnesota State Senate   2002 - 2006
Minnesota House of Representatives  January 1994 - December 2001

Skills
Policy, Public Speaking, Government, Local Government, Public Policy, Police, Program Management, Zoning, Economic Development, Community Outreach, Public Administration, Fundraising, Land Use, Community Development, Legislative Relations, Policy Analysis, Legislation, State Government, Land Use Planning, Politics, Municipal Law, Grants, Municipalities, Grassroots Organizing, Political Consulting, Political Campaigns, Coalitions, Constituent Services, Governmental Affairs, Grant Writing

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
granduate studies, Visual and Performing Arts

Indiana University Bloomington   1972 — 1975
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Speech/ Theater/ Education, Graduate

Stephens College   1971 — 1972
Theater

Leadership West

Jesse Martens Jesse Martens Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Jesse Martens's Minnesota State Senate Experience August 2012 - November 2012
Job Athletic Recruiting Director & Head FastPitch Coach @ North Central University
Industry Sports
Experience
North Central University  November 2014 - Present
North Central University  November 2014 - Present
Legacy Christian Academy - Minnesota  May 2013 - December 2014
Legacy Christian Academy - Minnesota  February 2013 - November 2014
Legacy Christian Academy - Minnesota  January 2013 - November 2014
Legacy Christian Academy - Minnesota  November 2012 - November 2014
Legacy Christian Academy - Minnesota  June 2012 - November 2014
Legacy Christian Academy - Minnesota  May 2011 - November 2014
Legacy Christian Academy  February 2010 - May 2013
Minnesota State Senate   August 2012 - November 2012

Skills
Social Media, Event Planning, Coaching, Sports, Sports Management, Strength & Conditioning, Athletics, Volunteer Management, Public Speaking, Sports Coaching, Microsoft Office, Youth Development, Community Outreach, Basketball, Social Networking, Intercollegiate..., Public Relations, Officiating, Political Campaigns, Political Consulting, Sports Information, Databases, Sports Marketing, Scouting, Basketball Coaching, Strength Training, Facebook, WordPress, Photoshop, Twitter, Google Analytics, Google Docs, Press Releases, Web Design, News Writing, iMovie, Adobe Creative Suite, PowerSchool, Fundraising, Athletic Administration, Nonprofits, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Salesforce.com, Salesforce.com...

Education
St. Cloud State University   2008 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Political Science and Government

Tom Deans Tom Deans Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Tom Deans's Minnesota State Senate Experience September 1973 - September 1978
Job Attorney at Knutson, Flynn & Deans
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Knutson, Flynn & Deans   1978 - Present
Minnesota State Senate   September 1973 - September 1978

Skills
Legal Writing, Mediation, Litigation, Legal Research, Nonprofits, Government, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Appeals, Policy Analysis, Contract Negotiation, Policy, Negotiation, Legal Advice, Administrative Law

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1970 — 1973
JD cum laude, Law

Northwestern University   1964 — 1968
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Political Science

Jennifer Bultman Jennifer Bultman San Diego, California Details
Jennifer Bultman's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2012 - May 2012
Job 2L at California Western School of Law
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Guerra and Johnson   June 2015 - August 2015
Berlitz Corporation  October 2013 - April 2014
Ministère de L'Education Nationale - France   October 2012 - April 2013
U.S. Commercial Service   June 2012 - September 2012
Minnesota State Senate   January 2012 - May 2012
The French American Center   January 2011 - May 2011

Skills
Research, Event Planning, Report Writing, Foreign Relations, Marketing Communications, Communication, Teaching English as a..., Detail Orientation, Multicultural, Organization, Adaptability, Creativity, Presentations, Coaching, Editing

Education
California Western School of Law   2014 — 2017
Juris Doctor (J.D.), International Law and Legal Studies, 2L

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2008 — 2012
BA, Political Science, Global Studies, French

Université Paul Valéry (Montpellier III)   2010 — 2011

Megan Tolbert Megan Tolbert Saint Paul, Minnesota Details
Megan Tolbert's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2013 - Present
Job Leadership Assistant to Senate Majority Leader Tom Bakk
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Minnesota State Senate   January 2013 - Present

Skills
Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Political Campaigns, Political Communication, Legislative Relations, Political Science, Politics, Grassroots Organizing, Legislation, Legislative Research, Public Speaking, Research, Government

Education
Hamline University   2014 — 2016
Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.)

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1997 — 2002
BA, Political Science

Matt Freese Matt Freese Saint Louis, Missouri Details
Matt Freese's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2011 - May 2011
Job Middle School Math at Teach for America
Industry Education Management
Experience
Teach for America  2012 - Present
Minnesota State Senate   January 2011 - May 2011
New Life Academy  2010 - 2011
United States Senate  July 2009 - September 2009

Education
Bethel University   2007 — 2011

Mary Ann Hecht Mary Ann Hecht Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Mary Ann Hecht's Minnesota State Senate Experience Legislative AssistantMinnesota SenateNovember 1994 - December 2006
Job Committee Administrator at Minnesota State Senate
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Minnesota State Senate   Legislative AssistantMinnesota SenateNovember 1994 - December 2006
City of St. Paul  January 1988 - December 1993
City of St. Paul Information & Complaint Office   1985 - 1988

Skills
Constituent Services, Legal Research, Media Relations, Community Outreach, Legislative Relations, Policy, Social Media, Politics, Strategic Communications, Public Policy, Grassroots Organizing, Public Affairs, Legislation, State Government, Political Campaigns, Nonprofits, Grants, Policy Analysis, Government, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Editing, Press Releases, Research, Political Science, Strategic Planning, Litigation, Newsletters, Community Organizing, Management, Legislative Research, Coalitions, Public Relations, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Political Communication, Environmental Policy, Leadership, Speech Writing, Event Management, Microsoft Word, Community Development, Fundraising, Workshop Facilitation, Legal Writing, Manage Complex Projects, Customer Service, Event Planning, Political Consulting, Non-profits

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1969 — 1973
American Studies

David Bard David Bard Saint Paul, Minnesota Details
David Bard's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2011 - May 2011
Job Legislative Aid at Hill Capitol Strategies
Industry Government Relations
Experience
Kids Peace Mesabi Academy   January 2013 - January 2014
Kids Peace Mesabi Academy   July 2012 - January 2013
Perkins  2011 - 2012
Eaton for State Senate   August 2011 - October 2011
Minnesota State Senate   January 2011 - May 2011
Dayton Recount   November 2010 - December 2010
Friends of Jim Oberstar   June 2010 - November 2010
AmeriCorps: Minnesota Literacy Council   August 2009 - July 2010
Hartman for Council   April 2009 - November 2009
Minnesota Democratic-Farmer   November 2008 - November 2008

Skills
Community Outreach, Political Campaigns, Non-profits, Legislative Relations, Grassroots Organizing, Public Policy, Coalitions, Politics, Policy Analysis, Political Science, Press Releases, Political Communication, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Volunteer Management, Government, Legal Research, Event Planning, Community Organizing, Nonprofits, Community Development

Education
University of Minnesota-Duluth   2008 — 2011
Master's, Advocacy and Political Leadership

Minnesota State University, Moorhead   2001 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts, History, Sociology

Janelle Schulzetenberg Janelle Schulzetenberg Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Janelle Schulzetenberg's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2010 - May 2010
Job Technical Writer at The Toro Company
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
The Toro Company  August 2011 - Present
Flicko's Video Services   2005 - August 2011
University of Minnesota Language Center  June 2010 - May 2011
Minnesota State Senate   January 2010 - May 2010
University of Minnesota  September 2008 - May 2009

Skills
Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Illustrator, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Corel Draw, Arbortext, Technical Writing, ProductView, Creo View, Creo Illustrate, Editing, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Sewing, Social Media, Manuals, Photography, Software Documentation, Public Speaking, Internet, XML, Facebook, Twitter, Vine, InDesign, 3D Studio Max

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2007 — 2011
BS, Scientific & Technical Communication

Purdue University   2006 — 2007
Civil Engineering

Beth Strinden Kadoun Beth Strinden Kadoun Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Beth Strinden Kadoun's Minnesota State Senate Experience 2010 - 2012
Job Director, Tax and Fiscal Policy at Minnesota Chamber of Commerce
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Minnesota Chamber of Commerce  October 2012 - Present
Minnesota State Senate   2010 - 2012

Education
The University of North Dakota
Bachelor's degree, Banking and Finance

William Mitchell College of Law
Doctor of Law (J.D.)

Kelly Holmes Jagdfeld Kelly Holmes Jagdfeld Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Kelly Holmes Jagdfeld's Minnesota State Senate Experience 2006 - 2011
Job Attorney
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Holmes & Gustafson, PLLC   May 2012 - Present
Minnesota State Senate   2006 - 2011
Nolan, Thompson and Leighton   July 2010 - December 2010

Skills
Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Legislation, Constituent Services, Policy Analysis, Coalitions, Political Campaigns, Politics, Political Science, Political Communication, Legal Research, Public Affairs, Legal Writing, Government, Policy, Westlaw, Community Outreach, Criminal Law, Litigation, Non-profits

Education
William Mitchell College of Law   2007 — 2011
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law

Jane Holzer Jane Holzer Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Jane Holzer's Minnesota State Senate Experience January 2003 - September 2007
Job Assistant Hennepin County Attorney
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Office of the Hennepin County Attorney   April 2011 - Present
Housing Preservation Project  April 2008 - October 2012
Minnesota State Senate   January 2003 - September 2007

Education
William Mitchell College of Law   2004 — 2007
J.D.

Macalester College   1998 — 2002
B.A., Religious Studies, German Studies

Chris Vaaler Chris Vaaler Saint Paul, Minnesota Details
Chris Vaaler's Minnesota State Senate Experience March 2015 - Present
Job Legislative Assistant at Minnesota State Senate
Industry Political Organization
Experience
Minnesota State Senate   March 2015 - Present
Minnesota DFL Party  May 2014 - November 2014
Minnesota State Senate   February 2014 - May 2014
Minnesota DFL Party  May 2013 - August 2013
Minnesota State Senate   January 2013 - May 2013
Minnesota DFL Party  June 2012 - November 2012
Minnesotans for a Fair Economy   July 2011 - February 2012
Minnesota DFL Party  July 2010 - November 2010
Minnesota State Senate   January 2010 - May 2010

Education
Luther College   2004 — 2008
Psychology

David Karpinski David Karpinski United States Details
David Karpinski's Minnesota State Senate Experience December 1972 - May 1982
Job
Industry
Experience
Land O'Lakes, Inc.   April 1993 - June 2012
The Wyatt Company  October 1997 - October 1998
Control Date/Ceridian   April 1991 - November 1992
Harvest States Cooperatives  October 1988 - April 1991
Cenex  May 1982 - October 1987
Minnesota State Senate   December 1972 - May 1982
University of Minnesota - Minnesota Daily   1971 - 1972
United States Air Force  March 1966 - March 1970

Education
Concordia University-St. Paul
Bachelor's Degree, Organizational Management and Communications

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Associate's Degree, Journalism emphasis

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