Texas Senate
The Texas Senate is the upper house of the Texas State Legislature. There are 31 members of the Senate, representing single-member districts across the U.S. state of Texas, with populations of approximately 806,000 per constituency, based on the 2010 U.S. Census. Next election: November 3, 2020; (16 seats) Seat: 31 Headquarters: Austin, Texas, United States Type of business: Texas Legislature, Upper house Political groups: Republican Party of Texas, Democratic Party Did you know: To win his Texas Senate position, Birdwell defeated former Republican state Senator David Sibley in a special election held on June 22, 2010. wikipedia.org
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Texas Senate Employees
Texas Senate May 2015 - August 2015
Crooked Creek - A Young Life Camp July 2014 - August 2014
Carrabba's Italian Grill June 2013 - June 2014
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Social Media
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2014 — 2018
Undergraduate Studies, Freshman
Langham Creek High School 2010 — 2014
Indeed.com January 2015 - Present
Facebook 2013 - September 2014
Texas Senate January 2013 - June 2013
Texas State Senate May 2012 - January 2013
Skills
Writing, Microsoft Office, Research, Social Media, Public Speaking, Orchestral Music, Music Theory, Microsoft Excel, Legislation, Facebook, PowerPoint
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English
Odessa High School 2004 — 2008
Texas Senate August 2014 - May 2015
Skills
Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Research, Event Planning, Editing, Social Media, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, PowerPoint
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2013 — 2017
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics/Plan I Honors
La Cañada High School 2009 — 2013
Avison Young Commercial Real Estate April 2014 - Present
Commercial Texas LLC October 2013 - April 2014
Acadia Realty Trust June 2013 - August 2013
Texas Senate March 2013 - June 2013
Acadia Realty Trust December 2012 - January 2013
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2009 — 2014
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Management Information Systems
Jesuit of Tampa 2005 — 2009
Diploma
Texas Senate January 2015 - May 2015
Thompson & Knight LLP May 2014 - July 2014
Eighth Court of Appeals of Texas July 2013 - August 2013
Brown McCarroll May 2013 - July 2013
Texas House of Representatives February 2011 - September 2012
Skills
Legislative Relations
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 2012 — 2015
Juris Doctor
The University of Texas at Austin 2008 — 2012
BBA, Finance, General
Texas Senate June 2014 - Present
Texas Senate August 2013 - Present
Texas Senate January 2013 - July 2013
Best Buy January 2011 - December 2012
Best Buy April 2008 - January 2011
Skills
Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Politics, Political Science, Microsoft Office, Google Docs, SPSS, Mobile Technology, Emerging Technologies, Research, Retail, Cloud Computing, Wildlife Management, Microsoft Works, Outlook, Gmail, Sales, Critical Thinking, Analysis, Social Networking
Education
Texas State University-San Marcos 2009 — 2011
Master of Arts, Political Science
Texas State University 2002 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
State Farm March 2015 - Present
State Farm August 2014 - Present
Omicron Tau Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi January 2010 - January 2015
Rent A Center January 2014 - July 2014
Multicultural Engagement Center June 2013 - August 2013
Texas Senate January 2013 - July 2013
Law Offices of Gary L. Bledsoe June 2010 - July 2010
Skills
Photography, Advertising, Social Media, Digital Photography, Microsoft Office, Brochures, Photoshop, Graphic Design, Video Production, Image Editing, Final Cut Pro, SAP ERP, SEO, Video Editing, Graphics, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Flyers, Siebel, Banners, Logo Design, Adobe Acrobat, Layout, Facebook, Branding, Typography, Social Networking, Image Manipulation, Creative Writing, Posters, Mac
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2009 — 2016
Bachelor of Science, Advertising
Charles Koch Institute September 2015 - Present
Third Coast Martial Arts December 2007 - Present
Students For Liberty July 2014 - May 2015
Young Americans for Liberty January 2014 - May 2015
WiseWear Corporation May 2014 - March 2015
The Jamislaus Group January 2014 - May 2014
Texas Senate June 2013 - August 2013
Texas House of Representatives February 2013 - May 2013
Heller Korea, Inc May 2012 - June 2012
Skills
Leadership, Teaching, Microsoft Office, Spanish, Training, Event Planning, Microsoft Excel, Team Leadership, Public Speaking, Data Analysis, Research, Management, Teamwork, Inventory Management, Coaching
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2012 — 2015
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), International Business, 3.0
The University of Texas at San Antonio 2011 — 2012
N/A, Business Administration and Management, General, 3.62
A TAYLOR LAW FIRM March 2011 - Present
Texas Senate August 2011 - June 2012
Innocence Project New Orleans October 2010 - July 2011
Skills
Family Law, Wills, Civil Litigation, Criminal Defense, Guardianship, Business Formation, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Westlaw, Mediation, Courts, Appeals, Criminal Law, Trials
Education
Texas Southern University—Thurgood Marshall School of Law 2007 — 2010
JD, Law
University of Houston 1995 — 2000
BBA, Finance
Turner Sports May 2015 - Present
Scripps Networks Interactive June 2014 - April 2015
AAF National Student Advertising Competition January 2014 - May 2014
GSD&M August 2013 - January 2014
Turner Broadcasting June 2013 - August 2013
Texas Monthly January 2013 - May 2013
Texas Senate January 2011 - December 2012
University Co-op May 2011 - August 2011
Dallas Stars August 2009 - December 2009
Skills
Social Media, Public Relations, Media Planning, Digital Media, Facebook, Event Planning, SQAD, Press Releases, SRDS, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Social Networking, Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, Editing, Blogging, Research, Microsoft Excel, Social Media Marketing, Media Relations, Mintel, MRI
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2010 — 2014
Lake Highlands High School 2006 — 2010
High School
Texas Department of Agriculture May 2014 - Present
Texas Senate February 2014 - May 2014
Texas Public Policy Foundation January 2014 - May 2014
Skills
Final Cut Pro, Screenwriting, Video Editing, Mac, Film Production, Avid Media Composer, Videography, Press Releases, Meltwater, Political Communication, Public Policy, Drupal, Nonprofits, American Politics, State Policy, Fundraising, Premiere, Film, Windows, Microsoft Office, Current Affairs, International Human..., American History, Film History, Social Media, WordPress, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Science, Communications, Minor: Government
Texas Tech University October 2012 - Present
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center November 2010 - October 2012
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center January 2010 - October 2010
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center February 2007 - December 2009
Texas Senate May 2007 - August 2008
Skills
Policy Analysis, Community Outreach, Public Policy, Research, Political Science, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Fundraising, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Politics, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits, Access, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, PowerPoint
Education
Texas Tech University 2013 — 2015
Master of Public Administration (MPA), Public Administration
Texas Tech University - Rawls College of Business 2011 — 2012
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing, 3.0
Texas Tech University - Rawls College of Business 2005 — 2012
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Management
Texas Tech University 2005 — 2009
Minor, Political Science and Government; Spanish
Smithson Valley High School 2001 — 2005
UP Education Network August 2014 - Present
Teach For America June 2014 - Present
Young Life October 2013 - May 2014
Horas Felices Community Center June 2013 - August 2013
Texas Senate January 2013 - May 2013
Asociación Civil por la Igualdad y la Justicia August 2012 - November 2012
Invisible Children Inc. May 2012 - August 2012
Williamson County District Attorney's Office January 2012 - May 2012
Skills
Legal Research, Spanish-speaking, Critical Thinking, Peer Mentoring, Leadership, Public Speaking, Donor Development, Customer Engagement, Expository Writing, Dreamweaver, Salesforce.com, WordPress, Authorize.net, Social Media Outreach, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Blogging, Spanish, Public Policy, Research, Community Outreach, Microsoft Excel, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Social Media
Education
Boston University 2014 — 2016
Master's Degree, Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Plan II Honors Program
City of Austin Ethics Review Commission June 2015 - Present
Young Men's Business League of Austin January 2015 - Present
Texas Senate June 2012 - Present
Young Men's Business League of Austin January 2014 - December 2014
Young Men's Business League of Austin January 2012 - December 2012
Brian Birdwell Campaign June 2011 - June 2012
Texas Senate January 2011 - June 2012
Young Men's Business League of Austin December 2008 - December 2011
Office of the Lieutenant Governor February 2009 - January 2011
Skills
Public Relations, Media Relations, Government Relations, Writing, Copywriting, Social Media, Government, Journalism, Non-profits, Social Networking, Mentoring, Fundraising, Strategic Planning, Youth Development, Policy Analysis, Politics, Leadership, Nonprofits, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking, Policy, Press Releases, Community Outreach, Public Policy, Legislative Relations, Political Campaigns, Political Consulting, Public Affairs, Crisis Communications, Strategic Communications, Legislative Research, Grassroots Organizing
Education
Texas State University-San Marcos 2004 — 2008
BA, Public Relations/Political Science & Sociology
Texas Department of State Health Services May 2010 - March 2015
Austin Travis County Integral Care 2009 - 2010
Texas Senate 2007 - 2008
Texas Civil Rights Project 2007 - 2007
Communities In Schools of Central Texas 2006 - 2007
Skills
Social Services, Mental Health, Crisis Intervention, Community Outreach, Case Management, Nonprofits, Group Therapy, Public Speaking, Program Evaluation, Psychotherapy, Program Development, Volunteer Management, Non-profits, Mental Health Treatment, Forensic Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Behavioral Health, Therapists, Community Mental Health, Legislative Relations, Medicaid, Legislative Policy, Mental Health Law, Court Proceedings, Court Appearances, Grant Writing
Education
Texas State University
Master of Social Work (MSW), Administrative Leadership
Lamar University
Bachelor of General Studies, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Philosophy
UBS Financial Services, Inc. December 2010 - Present
Sew Chic October 2006 - Present
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney November 2008 - December 2010
AdreniLAN Solutions June 2006 - November 2008
American Lung Association of the Central States October 2007 - October 2008
Providence The College Preparatory School for Girls Grades 6-12 January 2004 - June 2006
University of Texas at Austin June 2005 - August 2005
Vanderbilt University August 2004 - May 2005
U.S. Department of Education August 2003 - December 2003
Texas Senate August 2000 - May 2003
Education
University of the Incarnate Word 2005 — 2006
Organizational Leadership Doctoral Program (Incomplete)
Vanderbilt University 2004 — 2005
M.Ed. - Organizational Leadership
The University of Texas at Austin 2000 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency June 2014 - Present
Tudor, Pickering, Holt & Co. August 2013 - November 2013
Texas Senate January 2011 - May 2011
Merrill Lynch January 2008 - February 2009
United States Marine Corps October 1998 - April 2005
Skills
Strategic Communications, Analysis, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Research, Data Analysis, Government, Policy Analysis, Social Media, Equity Trading, Military, Quantitative Research, Strategic Financial..., International Relations, Equity Research, Editing, Public Relations, Financial Analysis, Corporate Finance, Fundamental Analysis, Public Policy, Public Affairs, Microsoft Office, Program Management, Commodity Risk..., Technical Analysis, Negotiation, Program Evaluation, Accounting, Banking, Financial Risk..., Financial Audits, Liquidity Analysis, Financial Regulation, Basel III, Capital Adequacy, Risk Based Audits, Dodd-Frank, Interest Rate Risk..., Bank Secrecy Act, Stress Testing, Capital Project Planning, Finance, Risk Management, Management, Investments, Leadership, Asset Management
Education
The University of Texas at Austin - The LBJ School of Public Affairs 2010 — 2012
Master of Public Affairs, Public Policy Analysis, 3.5
The University of Texas at Arlington - College of Business 2006 — 2007
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), International Business/Russian Studies, 3.8
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center July 2015 - Present
Home2Dorm.com June 2013 - Present
Uganda Village Project June 2013 - August 2013
City of Austin January 2013 - May 2013
American Red Cross May 2012 - August 2012
Texas Senate September 2011 - May 2012
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Research, Social Media, Teamwork, Public Speaking, English, Team Leadership, Data Analysis, Analysis, Spanish, Market Research
Education
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center 2015 — 2019
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
The University of Texas at Austin 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Plan II Honors, Public Health, Junior
Texas Transfers August 2013 - Present
Executive Provost and Vice President Office September 2011 - Present
Texas Senate August 2012 - May 2013
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, FileMaker, Google Docs, Public Health
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2011 — 2014
Bachelor's of Science, Public Health/Health, Policy and Management Concentration
YES Prep Public Schools August 2013 - Present
Sankofa Freedom Academy August 2011 - August 2013
Teach For America June 2011 - June 2013
Del Valle High School January 2011 - May 2011
Texas Senate January 2009 - May 2009
Skills
Tutoring, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Personal Development, Teaching, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, PowerPoint, Youth Mentoring, Special Education, African American History, Community Engagement, Education Policy, Government, Secondary Education, American Politics, Lesson Planning, Classroom
Education
University of Pennsylvania 2011 — 2013
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
annettegraves@gmail.com November 2013 - Present
McWilliams Governmental Affairs June 2012 - October 2013
Texas Senate Finance Committee January 2004 - June 2012
Texas Senate January 2003 - January 2004
Peoples Pharmacy September 2002 - January 2003
Scott and White Pharmacy 1994 - 1997
Skills
APhA Pharmacy-Based..., Texas State Board of...
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 1999 — 2002
J.D.
The University of Texas at Austin 1988 — 1992
B.S., Pharmacy
New American Funding March 2015 - Present
Prospect Mortgage, LLC July 2014 - March 2015
United Heritage Credit Union August 2013 - June 2014
360 Mortgage Group July 2010 - February 2013
Texas Senate August 2008 - July 2010
Skills
Credit, Customer Service, Funding, Loans, Mortgage Lending, Mortgage Banking, Banking, Refinance, Loan Origination, FHA, Residential Mortgages, Consumer Lending, Credit Analysis, Sales, USDA, FHA Financing, Investment Properties
Education
Texas State University-San Marcos 2002 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Political Science and Government
Zachry Corporation August 2013 - Present
Zachry Corporation June 2006 - August 2013
American Income Life Insurance Company May 2004 - June 2006
Texas Senate December 1999 - May 2004
Skills
Public Relations, Government, Policy, Corporate Communications, Internal Communications, Media Relations, Political Campaigns, Politics, Public Policy, Fundraising, Public Affairs, Press Releases, Editing, Legislative Relations, State Government
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1999 — 2001
Bachelor of Science (BS), Public Communications
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs August 2010 - Present
Saint Joseph's University August 2008 - July 2010
University of Texas at Austin September 2002 - May 2008
Message, Audience and Presentation July 2001 - August 2002
Election.com 2000 - 2001
MGT of America 1998 - 2000
Travis County Criminal Justice Planning Department 1997 - 1998
Texas Senate 1996 - 1997
Institute for the Future 1994 - 1996
McKinnon Media/Public Strategies 1993 - 1993
Skills
Higher Education, Spanish, Policy Analysis, Research, Public Speaking, Teaching, Editing, Strategic Planning, Analysis, Program Evaluation, Student Affairs, Grants, History, Curriculum Design, Grant Writing, Entrepreneurship, University Teaching, International Relations, Leadership, Government, Community Outreach, Public Policy, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Policy, Event Planning, Books, Program Development, Qualitative Research, Nonprofits
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2002 — 2008
Ph.D., History, Medieval/Early Modern Spain
University of California, Berkeley 1992 — 1994
M.P.P., Public Policy
The University of Texas at Austin 1988 — 1992
B.A., Humanities
Arrow March 2015 - Present
Freelance communications consultant May 2011 - Present
DVL Seigenthaler August 2012 - July 2014
Seventh Generation 2008 - 2011
Cohn & Wolfe December 2003 - September 2008
Strategic Partnerships, Inc. February 2003 - November 2003
Elizabeth Christian Public Relations August 2002 - December 2002
Texas Senate January 2001 - May 2001
Staats Falkenberg 2000 - 2000
Skills
Crisis Communications, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Communications, Employee Training, Event Management, Media Relations, Corporate Communications, Management, Digital Media, Marketing Communications, Blogging, Public Relations, Creative Writing, Social Media, Publicity, Press Releases, Strategy, Brand Management, Social Networking, Video, Spokesperson, Marketing, Message Development, Product Marketing, Copy Editing, Crisis Management, Internal Communications, Public Affairs, Integrated Marketing, Copywriting, Newsletters, Event Planning, Web Content, Reputation Management, Speech Writing
Education
Texas State University-San Marcos 2000 — 2002
BA, Public Relations
Texas Tech University 1998 — 2000
U.S. Rep. Michael McCaul March 2008 - June 2013
State Rep. Harvey Hilderbran 2007 - December 2008
Texas Attorney General November 2005 - December 2006
Texas Senate January 2005 - August 2005
Hill Country News June 2003 - December 2004
Texas Monthly January 2003 - May 2003
Shenzhen, China Bureau of Education August 2001 - June 2002
Skills
Media Relations, Editing, Politics, Public Relations, Social Media, Press Releases, Legislative Relations, Strategic Communications, Public Speaking, Blogging, Public Policy, Speech Writing, Grassroots Organizing, Non-profits, Political Campaigns, Policy, Newsletters, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Public Affairs, Crisis Communications, Interviews, Fundraising, State Government, Volunteer Management, Policy Analysis, Government, Grant Writing, Legislative Research, Political Consulting, Legislation
Education
The University of Kansas 1997 — 2001
Bachelors, Journalism
DiscoverU - Fantastic Learning Opportunities August 2015 - Present
Houston Endowment June 2014 - Present
University of Texas at Austin January 2012 - June 2014
McCombs School of Business - Global Connections January 2012 - April 2012
Project of Educator Effectiveness and Quality May 2011 - December 2011
Texas Senate January 2011 - June 2011
Skills
Teaching, Analytical Writing, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Analysis, Project Management, Project Coordination, Budget Management, Participant Observation, Questionnaire Design, Research Design, Policy Analysis, Program Evaluation, Public Speaking, Statistics, Budgets, Leadership, Mentoring, Social Media, Research, Analysis, Grant Writing, Student Affairs
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2010 — 2013
Master's degree, Public Affairs/ Public Policy
University of Louisiana at Lafayette 2005 — 2009
Bachelor's degree, Anthropology
Council for a Strong America January 2015 - Present
SherpaLux 2012 - 2015
Associa June 2009 - July 2012
Texas Restaurant Association 2005 - 2009
Texas Senate 2001 - 2005
Dell 1997 - 2001
Education
SFA
Texas State University-San Marcos
Averitt & Associates December 2012 - Present
Hill + Knowlton Strategies December 2011 - December 2012
BGP Strategies, LLC October 2009 - December 2012
Young Execs of Austin January 2010 - December 2010
Sony Pictures Entertainment May 2009 - August 2009
U.S. House of Representatives February 2006 - August 2007
Texas Senate January 2005 - June 2005
American Cancer Society September 2004 - December 2004
Santos Alliances March 2004 - September 2004
Burson-Marsteller October 2003 - March 2004
Skills
Strategic Communications, Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Management, Public Affairs, Public Speaking, Campaigns, Public Relations, New Media, Crisis Management, Fundraising, Legal Writing, Policy, Strategy, Research, Press Releases, Speech Writing, Political Campaigns, Grassroots Organizing, Politics, Legislation
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 2007 — 2010
JD, Law
The University of Texas at Austin 2001 — 2005
BS, Public Relations
Gerald Daugherty Travis County Commissioner Precinct 3 January 2014 - Present
Texas House of Representatives July 2013 - December 2013
Texas House of Representatives November 2011 - July 2013
Acts of Sharing June 2012 - December 2012
Texas Senate January 2011 - June 2011
Skills
Event Planning, Political Communication, Legislative Relations, Social Media, Facebook, Spanish, Research, Microsoft Office, Politics, Political Campaigns, Policy Analysis, Event Management, Government, Legislation, State Government, Legislative Research, Social Networking, Legal Writing, Communication, Committees, Analysis, Strategic Communications, Community Outreach, Grassroots Organizing, Leadership, Coalitions, Constituent Services, Political Consulting, Speech Writing, Policy
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2010 — 2013
Bachelors of Science in Corporate Communications, Organizational Communication, General
Texas Senate January 2013 - Present
Texas Senate 1996 - Present
Soaring Spirits Loss Foundation July 2008 - September 2012
Texas Senate 2002 - 2012
MEM/Hubble Communications January 1996 - August 1996
Skills
Legislation, Legal Research, Policy Analysis, Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Government, Legal Writing, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Policy, Politics, Political Campaigns, Editorial, Writing
Education
Leadership Austin 2013 — 2014
University of Houston Law Center 1992 — 1995
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law
The University of Texas at Austin 1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History, English
Office of Texas Governor Greg Abbott July 2015 - Present
Texas House of Representatives September 2014 - March 2015
Texas House of Representatives July 2012 - January 2015
Organizing, Communications and Policy Consulting (in grad school) 2009 - 2012
Texas Senate September 2010 - May 2011
Sunlight Foundation January 2009 - June 2009
Center for Media and Democracy September 2008 - December 2008
Center for Media and Democracy March 2006 - December 2008
Public Citizen January 2004 - March 2006
Public Citizen August 2003 - December 2003
Skills
Blogging, Social Media, Government, Media Relations, Web 2.0, Wikis, Citizen Journalism, Public Finance, Congress, Open Government, Politics, Editing, Policy Analysis, Research, Public Policy, Strategic Communications, Legislation
Education
The University of Texas at Austin - The LBJ School of Public Affairs 2009 — 2011
Master's, Public Affairs
The Evergreen State College 2001 — 2003
Bachelor's Degree, Liberal Arts
Deep Springs College 1998 — 2000
Associate's Degree, General studies
Guerra, Sherwood, Ward & Ylanan PLLC October 2014 - Present
Railroad Commission of Texas October 2012 - August 2013
Texas Senate June 2008 - September 2012
Cowles & Thompson, P.C. September 2006 - June 2008
U.S. Attorney's Office September 2004 - December 2004
Barbour, Griffith June 2004 - August 2004
The White House May 2003 - August 2003
Education
Texas Tech University School of Law 2003 — 2006
Doctor of Jurisprudence
Texas A&M University, College 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts, English
American Bar Association September 2013 - December 2013
Texas Senate February 2013 - June 2013
INROADS August 2010 - January 2013
PepsiCo - Pepsi Beverages Company June 2012 - August 2012
Liberty Mutual Insurance June 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Spanish, Facebook, Volunteering, Google Docs, Critical Thinking, Business Networking, Community Outreach, Ethical Leadership, Fundraising, Management, HTML, Business Ethics, Communication, Government
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2010 — 2014
The University of Texas at Austin - Red McCombs School of Business
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Management, Consulting
Texas Senate January 2013 - June 2013
Self-Employed March 2005 - January 2013
Texas Senate September 2008 - August 2011
Office of the Governor, State of Texas May 2007 - September 2007
Skills
Government, Legislative Relations, Research, Policy, Grassroots Organizing, Legislation, Policy Analysis, Budgets, Analysis, Public Policy, Political Campaigns, Politics, Political Science, Legislative Research
Education
Texas Tech University School of Law 2014 — 2017
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Law
The University of Texas at Austin 2004 — 2008
B.S., Aerospace Engineering
Strategic Public Affairs, Inc. March 2013 - Present
Coastal Communications, LLC December 2012 - Present
Texas House of Representatives January 2005 - December 2012
Texas Senate September 2001 - July 2003
Skills
Legislative Relations, Legislative Research, Public Policy, Legislation, Political Campaigns, Strategic Communications, Legislative Affairs, Policy, Constituent Services, Grassroots Organizing, State Government, Politics, Government, Coalitions, Policy Analysis, Nonprofits, Political Communication, Campaigns, Political Consulting, Governmental Affairs, Public Affairs, Political Science, Appropriations, Speech Writing, Legislative Policy, Economic Development, Message Development, Bill Drafting, Constituent Relations, Federal Government, Political Strategy, Political Management, Grassroots
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1995 — 2000
BA, Government
Fair Housing Council of Greater San Antonio March 2015 - Present
Johnson Petrov LLC May 2014 - December 2014
Tulane University Legal Assistance Program September 2013 - March 2014
Texas Senate January 2013 - May 2013
Texas Senate August 2012 - January 2013
The Office of Representative Mark Strama July 2012 - November 2012
Climate Change and African Political Stability January 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Program Management, Research, Analysis, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Leadership, Event Management, Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Legal Research, Legislative Research
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Government, International Relations and Global Studies, European Studies
Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg 2011 — 2011
Railroad Commission of Texas May 2015 - August 2015
Texas Senate January 2013 - May 2013
The University of Texas School of Law February 2012 - May 2012
Texas House of Representatives February 2011 - May 2011
Skills
Political Campaigns, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Research, Nonprofits, SPSS, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Blogging, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Politics, Microsoft Excel, Event Planning, Leadership, Government, Legislative Relations, Data Analysis, Fundraising, Legislation, Policy Analysis
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 2014 — 2017
Doctor of Law (JD)
The University of Texas at Austin 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Plan II Honors, Government Honors, History, Asian Studies
City of Austin January 2010 - Present
Hispanic National Bar Association August 2011 - August 2013
Mexican-American Bar Association of Texas (MABA-TX) January 2011 - August 2013
Greenberg Traurig, LLP December 2012 - June 2013
Texas Tech University School of Law February 2012 - October 2012
Municipal Judges Section, State Bar of Texas January 2011 - June 2012
Hispanic Bar Association of Austin 2009 - May 2012
Law Office of Celeste I. Villarreal August 2009 - January 2012
NARAL Pro-Choice Texas January 2006 - December 2009
Texas Senate April 2008 - July 2009
Skills
Legal Research, Policy, Non-profits, Public Policy, Courts, Litigation, Mediation, Legal Writing, Legislative Relations, Policy Analysis, Press Releases, Nonprofits, Politics, Family Law, Public Speaking, Government, Public Affairs, Intellectual Property, Criminal Defense, Legislation, Immigration Law, Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, Administrative Law, Appeals, Trials, Westlaw, Alternative Dispute..., Commercial Litigation, Hearings, Legal Issues, Arbitration, Trial Practice, Legal Assistance, Political Communication
Education
Texas Tech University School of Law 2002 — 2005
Juris Doctor, Law
The University of Texas at Austin 1978 — 1982
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Radio-Television-Film
MediaScience® May 2015 - Present
Texas Senate January 2014 - May 2014
Laboratory for the Study of Anxiety Disorders July 2013 - December 2013
Christina K. Dees, CPA May 2013 - August 2013
Sakekawa - Japanese Steakhouse, Fine Dining March 2011 - August 2011
Alt Network and Computer Services May 2010 - August 2011
Skills
Research, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, SPSS, Public Speaking, PowerPoint, Psychology, Outlook, Editing, Microsoft Word, Spanish, Administrative..., Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Social Media, Windows, Facebook
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2012 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology, Business Foundations
The University of Texas at San Antonio 2011 — 2012
Dean's List
Klein Oak High School 2007 — 2011
Distinguished Program
Teach for America January 2012 - Present
Mike Martinez Campaign for Austin City Council March 2012 - May 2012
Texas Lottery Commission - Legal Services Division July 2011 - December 2011
Texas Senate October 2010 - June 2011
Texas Advocacy Project June 2010 - November 2010
University of Texas at Austin - Annual Giving Fund (RuffaloCODY) May 2010 - October 2010
Camp Texlake June 2009 - July 2009
Skills
Community Outreach, Research, Spanish, Fundraising, Editing, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Policy, Social Networking, Teaching, Customer Service
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2007 — 2011
BA, Government, Business Foundations Certification
The University of Texas at San Antonio October 2013 - April 2015
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention August 2011 - September 2013
Capital Area Food Bank of Texas July 2008 - August 2011
Cypress Real Estate Company September 2006 - July 2008
Texas Senate May 2004 - September 2006
Skills
Event Management, Social Media, Fundraising, Event Planning, Volunteer Management, Management, Public Speaking, Budgets, Leadership, Marketing, Team Building, Community Outreach, Research, Nonprofits, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations
Education
Texas Tech University 1999 — 2004
BA, Communication Studies
Texas Medical Association August 2006 - Present
Texas Senate 2006 - 2006
Texas House of Representatives 1991 - 2005
Skills
Administrative Law, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Government, Governmental Affairs, Legal Writing, Legislative Affairs, Legislative Issues, Legislative Policy, Legislative Relations, Lobbying, Media Relations, Nonprofits, Policy, Policy Analysis, Policy Research
Education
Texas State University
MPA, Public Administration, Public Finance Concentration
The University of Texas at Austin
BA, History
Texas Department of Family and Protective Services September 2014 - Present
Texas Tech University October 2013 - September 2014
Texas Tech University August 2013 - October 2013
Texas Senate November 2012 - August 2013
Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts March 2012 - October 2012
Texas House of Representatives January 2011 - June 2011
Ellis County Abstract and Title Co. May 2006 - December 2010
U.S. House of Representatives May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Legislative Relations, Policy, Public Policy, Legislation, Legislative Research, Event Planning, Political Campaigns, Budgets, Policy Analysis, Government, Politics, Speech Writing, Grassroots Organizing, State Government, Management, Strategic Communications, Fundraising, Organizational..., Human Resources
Education
Sam Houston State University 2011 — 2014
Master's Degree, Management and Criminal Justice Leadership
The University of Texas at Arlington 2008 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Criminal Justice
Jacksonville College 2006 — 2008
Associate of Science (A.S.)
Capitol Market Research June 2014 - Present
Capitol Market Research August 2013 - June 2014
The University of Texas at Austin August 2012 - May 2014
Texas Senate July 2013 - August 2013
jcpenney June 2008 - January 2009
Skills
Research, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Photoshop, Real Estate Research, Commercial Real Estate, Real Estate, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Management, Social Media, Teamwork, Windows, Team Leadership, Business Planning
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Urban Studies/Affairs
Michael & Susan Dell Center for Healthy Living December 2010 - Present
IT'S TIME TEXAS April 2013 - Present
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston August 2008 - November 2010
Texas Senate October 2008 - June 2009
Skills
Public Health, Strategic Communications, Social Media, Public Relations, Internal Communications, Media Relations, Nonprofits, Research, Public Speaking, Press Releases, Video Production, Event Planning, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Marketing Communications, Copy Editing, Event Management, Blogging, Corporate Communications, Community Outreach, Newsletters, Editing, Social Media Marketing, Grant Writing
Education
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston 2008 — 2010
Master of Public Health (M.P.H.)
The University of Texas at Austin 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Biology
Greenberg Traurig September 2008 - Present
Gardere Wynne Sewell LLP September 2006 - August 2008
Texas House of Representatives November 2002 - June 2005
Texas Senate July 2001 - September 2002
Skills
Corporate Law, Corporate Finance, Energy, Structured Finance, Mergers, Acquisitions, Real Estate Transactions, Real Estate Financing, Leases, Corporate Transactional, Legal Writing, Downstream Oil & Gas, Oil & Gas Exploration, Legal Research, Real Estate, Mergers & Acquisitions
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 2003 — 2006
Juris Doctor, Law
The University of Texas at Austin 1997 — 2002
B.A., Plan II/French
St. John's School 1992 — 1997
Texas Health and Human Services Commission- Office of inspector General July 2014 - Present
Department of State Health Services 2012 - Present
PK Hicks Consulting April 2011 - Present
Stella & Dot 2011 - Present
Texas Education Agency 2006 - 2011
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board 2002 - 2004
Texas Senate 2002 - 2003
Texas Senate 2001 - 2002
Texas Senate 1996 - 2001
Texas Senate 1993 - 1996
Skills
Analysis, Budgets, Community Outreach, Event Management, Event Planning, Fundraising, Government, Grants, Leadership, Leadership Development, Legislation, Legislative Relations, Nonprofits, Program Management, Public Policy, Teaching, Training, Customer Service, Policy, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Research, Social Media, Community Development, Program Development
Education
Texas State University
Master of Public Administration, Public Administration
Texas State University
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism/Public Relations
Doctors in Training November 2010 - Present
TKVideography September 2007 - Present
Data Recognition Corporation March 2010 - October 2010
Texas Senate January 2009 - June 2009
Data Recognition Corporation March 2008 - November 2008
Skills
Camera Operation, Non-linear Editing, Video Production, Final Cut Pro, Camera, Editing, Photography, Videography
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2003 — 2007
B.S., Radio-Television-Film
Dripping Springs High School 1999 — 2003
Texans for Lawsuit Reform October 2009 - Present
Texas Senate January 2009 - October 2009
Texans for Joan Huffman November 2008 - December 2008
Texans for Lawsuit Reform April 2008 - December 2008
Dean Hrbacek for Congress September 2007 - March 2008
Texas House of Representatives January 2007 - May 2007
Kay Bailey Hutchison for Senate Campaign September 2006 - December 2006
United Space Alliance 2004 - 2005
Skills
Legislative Relations, Political Campaigns, Grassroots Organizing, Politics, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Strategic Communications, Public Affairs, Political Science, Political Communication, Legislation, Legislative Affairs, Governmental Affairs, Constituent Services, State Government, Speech Writing, Coalitions, Legislative Research, Political Consulting, Policy Research, Message Development, Policy, Campaigns, Political Management, Political Strategy, Elections, GOTV, Legislative Issues, Political Organization, State Politics, Voter Contact, Opposition Research, Government, Appropriations, Campaign Strategies, Constituent Relations, Direct Lobbying, Constituent..., Legislative Policy, Grassroots Organization, Constituent..., Grassroots
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2003 — 2007
Bachelor's degree, Political Science and Government
RNC Campaign Management College 2009 — 2009
Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts November 2014 - Present
Glenn Hegar for Comptroller September 2013 - Present
Texas Senate February 2012 - August 2013
Texas Senate July 2010 - January 2012
Steve Munisteri for Republican Party of Texas Chairman April 2010 - June 2010
Texas Public Policy Foundation March 2009 - April 2010
Texas House of Representatives March 2008 - March 2009
Skills
Government, Politics, Legislative, Media Relations, Grassroots Organizing, Legislative Relations, Political Campaigns, Public Policy, Constituent Services, Legislation, Policy, Public Speaking, Research, Legislative Research, Policy Analysis, Political Consulting, Leadership, Legislative Affairs, Coalitions, State Government, Governmental Affairs, Legislative Policy
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2006 — 2008
BA, Government, History
JayBee Communications November 2011 - Present
RetailUnion June 2011 - September 2011
First American Payment Systems February 2009 - May 2011
RadioShack July 2008 - February 2009
Novotus August 2007 - January 2008
iTaggit.com September 2006 - August 2007
Texas Senate January 2005 - July 2006
Odessa College October 2003 - January 2005
Odessa American August 2001 - September 2002
Southwest Texas State University May 1996 - May 2001
Skills
Marketing Communications, Event Planning, SMO, Copywriting, Press Releases, Blogging, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Creative Direction, Advertising, Social Media, Media Relations, Social Networking, Newsletters, Editing
Education
Texas State University 1996 — 2001
William Morris Endeavor November 2014 - Present
Jackson Walker LLP September 2011 - August 2014
Texas Senate January 2011 - June 2011
University of Texas at Austin August 2009 - December 2009
Supreme Court of Texas May 2009 - August 2009
University of Texas at Austin April 2007 - April 2008
Skills
Film Finance, Film Production, Corporate Law, Corporate Governance, Mergers & Acquisitions, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Due Diligence, Intellectual Property, Valuation, Mergers, Equities, Cat Sitting, Business Formation, Alternative Investments, Risk Management, Joint Ventures, Acting, Private Equity, Debt Offerings, Equity Offerings
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2008 — 2011
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Law
The University of Texas at Austin 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Plan II Honors
Houston ISD August 2014 - Present
Education Pioneers June 2014 - August 2014
Thinking Caps Group September 2013 - June 2014
Teach For America June 2011 - August 2013
The White House Internship Program August 2010 - December 2010
The University of Texas at Austin June 2007 - August 2010
Texas Senate July 2009 - October 2009
The Daily Texan May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Education Policy, Student Affairs, Secondary Education, Classroom, Lesson Planning, Teaching, Literacy, Public Speaking, Tutoring, Public Relations, Blogging, Higher Education, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Curriculum Development, Editing, Event Planning, Program Development, Qualitative Research
Education
University of Pennsylvania 2011 — 2013
Master's Degree, Urban Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2007 — 2010
Bachelor's Degree, Political Communication
St. Edward's University August 2011 - Present
Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts September 1997 - November 2013
Executive Women in Texas Government January 2012 - December 2012
Executive Women in Texas Government January 2010 - December 2010
Executive Women in Texas Government January 2006 - December 2006
U.S. House of Representatives March 1996 - August 1997
Transco Energy Co. 1990 - 1995
Texas Senate January 1983 - August 1987
Texas House of Representatives 1981 - 1982
U.S. Senate 1980 - 1980
Skills
Legislative Relations, Policy Analysis, Legislation, Government, Policy, State Government, Research, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Grassroots Organizing, Politics, Legislative Policy, Legislative Research, Policy Research, Energy Policy, Water Policy, Natural Resources Policy, Political Risk Analysis, Energy Security, Energy, Public Policy, Political Campaigns, Training, Press Releases, Governmental Affairs, Analysis, Legal Writing, Economic Development, Editing, Program Evaluation, Newsletters, Leadership
Education
The University of Texas at Austin - The LBJ School of Public Affairs 1998 — 2002
MPAff, natural resources
The George Washington University 1989 — 1990
Certificate, Legal Assistant
The University of Texas at Austin 1977 — 1981
BA, Government, History
University of Oxford 1979 — 1979
Summer School, History, Art History
Klotz Associates July 2012 - Present
Amistad Consulting Services May 2012 - June 2012
Texas Senate August 2010 - December 2010
Amistad Consulting Services June 2005 - August 2008
Skills
Spanish, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microstation, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Photoshop, Policy Analysis, Legislative Research, Legal Writing, Research, HTML, Westlaw, Legal Research, Leadership, Surveying, Project Planning, Civil Engineering, HEC-RAS, Geopak, Stormwater Management, Public Speaking, MicroStation
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering, 2.25
Del Rio High School 2004 — 2007
Texas Public Policy Foundation January 2015 - May 2015
AARP February 2014 - December 2014
Texas Senate January 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Public Relations, Leadership, Critical Thinking, Public Speaking, Research, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits, Editing, Community Outreach, Event Planning
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2011 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Based Gamer December 2014 - Present
Jack A. Pewitt 2012 - Present
RAW:natural born artists 2014 - 2014
East Side Fabrication Company 2011 - 2014
Texas Senate May 2009 - October 2010
Laguna Gloria March 2007 - April 2007
Skills
Art, Teaching, Photoshop, Welding, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Sketching, Painting, Sculpture, Drawing, 3D Modeling, Creative Writing, Public Speaking, Logo Design, Illustration, Customer Service, Layout, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Word, Photography, Microsoft Office, InDesign, Web Design
Education
The Art Institute of Austin 2010 — 2015
Bachelor’s Degree, Graphic Design
Austin High 2005 — 2009
Orgain Bell & Tucker, LLP May 2014 - Present
Texas Senate January 2011 - May 2011
Skills
Trials, Licensing, Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Legal Writing, Litigation, Leadership, Research, Courts, Trademarks, Lexis, Westlaw, LexisNexis, Administrative Law, Mediation, Appeals, Criminal Law, Public Speaking
Education
Texas Tech University School of Law 2011 — 2014
The University of Texas at Austin - Red McCombs School of Business 2007 — 2011
BBA, Marketing
Brazosport Independent School District October 2014 - Present
The Dow Chemical Company May 2013 - Present
Macy's August 2012 - April 2013
Texas Senate January 2012 - May 2012
The University of Texas at Austin October 2009 - December 2011
The Dow Chemical Company June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Leadership, Employee Training, Mentoring, Tutoring, File Sharing, File Servers, Student Development, Classroom Instruction, Political Science, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Organization, Time Management, Communication, Reliability, Inter-personal
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2008 — 2011
Bacherlor of Arts, Government
World Trade Centers Association September 2015 - Present
TESOL Education and Consulting Services June 2015 - August 2015
Texas Senate January 2015 - May 2015
Pure Austin Fitness March 2014 - August 2014
Kumon North America, Inc. November 2010 - August 2012
Skills
Public Speaking, Leadership, Project Management, Community Outreach, Customer Service, Teamwork, Event Planning, Research, International Relations, Language Teaching, Administrative..., Social Media, Social Networking, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, CMS - Correspondence..., TLIS - Texas..., Legal Advice
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2012 — 2015
Bachelor's Degree, International/Global Studies
Hebron High School 2008 — 2012
High School
Gulf Coast Energy, Inc. June 2015 - August 2015
Texas Senate June 2014 - August 2014
Gathering's May 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Project Management, Time Management, Team Leadership
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2013 — 2017
Bachelor’s Degree, Finance and Government, Junior
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
Finance, Junior
Redfin May 2015 - Present
Consort Partners March 2015 - August 2015
Democratic Business Council of Northern Virginia February 2015 - August 2015
Larry Roberts October 2014 - August 2015
Bayer MaterialScience May 2012 - September 2014
Bayer MaterialScience July 2010 - May 2012
Bayer September 2008 - July 2010
Wrotham Park Cattle Station, Australia 2008 - 2008
University of Texas DHFS August 2005 - February 2007
Texas Senate 2004 - 2005
Skills
Public Policy, Government, Strategic Communications, Lobbying, Direct Lobbying, Government Liasioning, Legislative Affairs, Legislative Relations, Congressional Lobbying, Congressional Affairs, Congress, Firefighting, Emergency Medicine, EMT, Emergency Services, Federal Government..., Strategy, Emergency Management, Policy, Coalitions, Governmental Affairs, Politics, Legislation, Grassroots Organizing, Public Affairs, Legislative Research, Crisis Communications, Political Management, Crisis Management, Media Relations, Message Development, Speech Writing, International Relations, Political Communication, Political Campaigns, Political Consulting, Federal Government, State Government, Corporate Social..., Appropriations, Grassroots Lobbying, Policy Analysis, Internal Communications, Spokesperson, Communication Training, Corporate Communications, Trade Associations, Community Outreach, Political Science, Energy Policy
Education
The George Washington University 2009 — 2011
Masters, Political Management
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelors, Communication: Advertising
Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute 2010 — 2012
Maryland State Certifications, Emergency Medical Technican, Firefighter 1
Round Rock High School
Accenture August 2015 - Present
NCH April 2014 - July 2015
University of Texas at Dallas February 2012 - April 2014
Texas Senate December 2010 - June 2011
Skills
Public Speaking, Project Management, Press Releases, Management, Social Networking, Social Media, Fundraising, Project Planning, Research, Business Analysis, Program Management, Media Relations, Community Outreach, Business, Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Ap Style, Newsletters, Speech Writing, Program Coordination, Strategic Communications, Team Leadership, Negotiations and..., Data Management, Business Development, Spreadsheet Modeling, Client Relationships..., Leadership, Data Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Market Research
Education
The University of Texas at Dallas 2012 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Texas State University-San Marcos 2007 — 2011
BA, Mass Communications- Public Relations
Secession Entertainment 2005 - Present
SolarWinds 2007 - 2009
Dell 2004 - 2007
Vanselous Universal Corporation 2001 - 2004
Apple 1999 - 2001
Access Vocational Services 1998 - 1999
Texas Senate 1997 - 1999
Sempco XRay 1995 - 1997
Skills
Microsoft Office, Management, Sales, Leadership, SAP, Salesforce.com, Promoters, Event Management, Event Planning, Event Production, Production Management, Stage Management, Live Sound, Music Industry, Lighting Design, Live Events, Electronic Music, Rock & Roll, Country Music, Venue Relations, Venue Management, Contract Negotiation, Budget Management, Outside Sales, Delivering ROI, Relationship Building, Business Relationship..., Long-term Customer..., Relationship Development, Vendor Relationship..., Business Strategy, Human Resources, Software Sales, Customer Retention, Permit Applications, Permit Compliance, Site Management, Sponsorship Sales, Sponsorship Activation, Sponsorship Generation, Talent Booking, Logistics Management, Apple Software, Problem Solving, Conflict Resolution, Sales Presentations, Trade Shows, Children's Entertainment, Venue Scouting, Metrics
Education
Texas State University 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business Administration, Management and Operations, 3.25
Federal Defender Program for the Northern District of Illinois April 2015 - June 2015
Federal Public Defender January 2015 - April 2015
The University of Iowa March 2014 - March 2015
Chapman and Cutler LLP May 2014 - August 2014
John Deere February 2014 - May 2014
The University of Iowa October 2013 - April 2014
Land O'Lakes July 2013 - August 2013
Gray Plant Mooty June 2013 - August 2013
LIVESTRONG Texas 4000 October 2011 - August 2012
Texas Senate January 2012 - June 2012
Skills
Microsoft Office, Conversational Spanish, Event Planning, Intranet Quorum, Community Outreach, Nonprofits
Education
University of Iowa 2012 — 2015
Doctor of Law (JD), with distinction
The University of Texas at Austin 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (BA), American/United States Studies/Civilization
McKinsey & Company September 2015 - Present
The University of Texas at Austin July 2013 - May 2015
The University of Texas at Austin July 2013 - May 2015
Seton Healthcare Family June 2014 - December 2014
St. David's HealthCare August 2011 - September 2014
Battleground Texas June 2014 - August 2014
Innovations for Peace and Development July 2013 - April 2014
Texas Senate August 2012 - May 2013
MD Anderson Cancer Center May 2012 - August 2012
MD Anderson Cancer Center May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Research, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Stata, fundraisers, Organization, Tutoring, Nonprofits, Public Health, Editing, Public Speaking
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2011 — 2015
B.A. & B.S., Plan II Honors and Public Health
Texas Senate August 2014 - Present
Freshman Research Initiative (DIY Diagnostics Lab) January 2014 - May 2015
MD Anderson Cancer Center July 2014 - August 2014
Skills
Organizational..., Academic Tutoring, Professional Writing, Volunteer Management, Survey Design, R Statistical..., Micropipette, PCR, Public Health, Research, Writing, R, Microsoft Office, Cell Culture, PowerPoint, Public Speaking
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2013 — 2017
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Public Health
The University of Texas at Austin 2013 — 2017
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Plan II Honors
Texas Senate January 2015 - June 2015
Skills
Community Outreach, Event Planning, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, State Government, Legislation, Legislative Research, Research, Data Analysis, Statistical Data..., Public Financial..., Public Speaking
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2013 — 2015
Master of Public Affairs / Master of Science in Social Work, Social Policy / Community and Administrative Leadership
The University of Texas at Austin 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Social Work
United States Business Council for Sustainable Development April 2010 - Present
REI June 2008 - June 2011
Texas Senate February 2008 - May 2008
Texas 4000 for Cancer September 2006 - August 2007
Skills
Energy, Sustainability, Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency, Corporate Social..., Environmental Policy, Climate Change, Sustainable Development, Environmental..., Environmental Compliance, Environmental Awareness, Sustainability..., Project Management, Sustainable Business, Solar Energy, Environmental Science, Environmental Issues
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2004 — 2008
BA, Anthropology, Rhetoric, Portuguese
Wilson Risk Management LLC October 2012 - Present
Texas Senate November 2013 - March 2014
Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. February 2011 - September 2012
Texas House of Representatives July 2011 - June 2012
The Hanover Insurance Group November 2006 - February 2011
The Hartford 2004 - 2006
Tomorrows Technologies, Inc. 2001 - 2004
OuterNet Connection Strategies 1999 - 2001
US Senator Phil Gramm July 1997 - December 1999
Texas House of Representatives October 1994 - July 1997
Skills
Negotiation, Sales, Campaigns, Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Strategic Planning, Underwriting, Marketing, Commercial Insurance, New Business Development, Account Management, Sales Management, Public Speaking, Salesforce.com, Liability, Customer Service, Marketing Strategy, Workers Compensation, Leadership, Management, Risk Management, Casualty, Business Development, Professional Liability, Commercial Lines, P&C, P&C Insurance, Licensed Property &..., Licensed to Sell..., Surplus Lines, Excess & Surplus Lines, Miscellaneous..., Kidnap & Ransom, Directors & Officers..., Technology E&O, Employment Practices..., Inland Marine, Strategy, General Insurance, Excess, Umbrella Insurance, D&O, Small Business, Brokers, Legal Liability, Liability Analysis, Sales Operations, Life Insurance, Casualty Insurance, Asset Protection
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1991 — 1995
BA
South Garland High School 1987 — 1991
Texas Senate January 2013 - January 2015
Wendy Davis for Texas Senate June 2012 - December 2012
Texas Senate October 2010 - May 2012
Skills
Public Relations, Government Relations, Political Campaigns, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Politics, Public Policy, Research, Event Management, Policy Analysis, Government
Education
The University of Texas at Arlington 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics & Political Science
Texas Health and Human Services Commission June 2015 - Present
Texas Senate February 2015 - June 2015
Texas State University August 2014 - December 2014
Texas State University August 2010 - December 2014
Tween Brands March 2012 - August 2014
Women, Infants and Children June 2014 - July 2014
Skills
Customer Service, Nutrition Education, Microsoft Office, Public Policy, Social Media, Nutrition, Time Management, Teamwork, Food, Healthcare Management, Dietetics, Public Speaking, Leadership, PowerPoint, Research, Health Education, Microsoft Word, Sustainability, Public Health, Microsoft Excel, Social Networking, Sales, Food Safety, Clinical Nutrition, Health Promotion, Clinical Research, Strategic Planning, Event Planning, Food and Drink, Hospitals, Food Policy
Education
Texas State University-San Marcos 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Major: Nutrition and Foods Minor: Business Administration
Boerne High School 2005 — 2010
High School, N/A
Natural Gas Partners July 2013 - Present
Barclays Capital July 2011 - June 2013
Indigo Minerals, LLC June 2010 - August 2010
Texas Senate May 2009 - August 2009
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2007 — 2011
BA, Economics
The University of Texas at Austin - The Red McCombs School of Business 2007 — 2011
BBA, Finance
EY February 2015 - Present
Deloitte June 2014 - February 2015
Deloitte January 2013 - June 2014
Deloitte February 2011 - December 2012
U.S. House of Representatives September 2010 - December 2010
United States Senate January 2010 - May 2010
Texas Senate April 2009 - August 2009
US Army May 2004 - June 2009
Skills
Policy, Requirements Analysis, Management Consulting, Research, Change Management, Strategic Planning, Government, Engagement, Public Policy, National Security, Program Management, Process Improvement, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, PowerPoint, Risk Management, Security Clearance, Team Building, Policy Analysis, Organizational..., Military, Military Operations, Human Capital, Community Outreach, Communications Planning, Portfolio Management, Business Process..., Cross-functional Team..., Team Leadership, Leadership Development, Performance Improvement, Project Management, Lean Management, Brand Management, Consulting, Enterprise Architecture, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Organizational..., Training, Management, Project Planning, Governance, PMP, Business Process, Security
Education
The George Washington University 2009 — 2010
Master's Degree, Public Policy
Virginia Military Institute 2000 — 2004
Bachelor's Degree, History, International Studies
Texans for Senator John Cornyn July 2013 - Present
Texas Senate January 2013 - July 2013
FreedomWorks July 2012 - December 2012
FreedomWorks December 2010 - July 2012
Skills
Public Policy, Political Campaigns, Political Communication
Education
Texas State University 2006 — 2011
Bachelor's Degree, Political Science
Texas Senate February 2015 - Present
Charles Perry PC June 2014 - December 2014
College of Media & Communication, Texas Tech University August 2012 - December 2014
Mercury Mambo June 2010 - September 2010
Universal Cheer Association May 2009 - September 2009
Skills
Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Legislative Affairs, Government Relations, Legislative Policy, Public Affairs, Press Releases, Public Relations, Advertising, Public Speaking, Marketing Communications, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Communication, Account Management, Strategic Communications, Brand Development, Leadership, Web Design, Marketing Strategy, Media Relations, Content Strategy, Fundraising, Social Marketing, Microsoft Word, Event Planning, Teamwork, Newsletters, Research, Strategic Planning, Media Strategy, Logo Design, Mac, Communication Skills, Persuasive Speaker, Proposal Writing, Press Campaigns, Grass Roots Campaigns, Internal Communications, Event Management, Editing, Market Research, Community Outreach, Creative Writing, AP Style, Technical Writing, Client Liaison
Education
Texas Tech University 2009 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Public Relations / Media Strategies
James Bowie High School 2005 — 2009
Davis Kaufman PLLC March 2012 - Present
Texas House of Representatives January 2009 - March 2012
Texas Civil Justic League January 2008 - January 2009
Texas Senate January 1997 - January 2008
Education
The George Washington University Law School 1987 — 1990
Doctor of Law (JD)
Washington University in St. Louis 1983 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (BA), History/Political Science
Texas Senate February 2015 - Present
Battleground Texas June 2014 - November 2014
Texas Senate January 2013 - June 2013
Skills
Legislative Research, Legislative Relations, Legislation, Political Campaigns, Hearings, Legislative Affairs, Constituent Services, Grassroots Organizing, Government
Education
Texas Tech University 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Psychology
ExxonMobil August 2009 - Present
HVLP 2000 - 2010
Haynes and Boone, LLP February 1995 - August 2009
Johnson & Wortley March 1990 - February 1995
Johnson & Gibbs March 1990 - February 1995
Weil, Gotshal & Manges September 1987 - February 1990
US Courts September 1986 - August 1987
Hiller Kornfeld & Falik 1985 - 1985
Texas Senate 1983 - 1983
Skills
Arbitration, Litigation Support, Business Litigation, Records Management, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Intellectual Property, Corporate Law, Corporate Governance, Trade Secrets, Legal Research, Joint Ventures, Litigation Management, FCPA, Licensing, Dispute Resolution, Trials, Courts
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 1983 — 1986
JD, Law
The University of Texas at Austin 1979 — 1983
Bachelor of Arts, Government
Coronado High School 1975 — 1979
Energy Future Holdings June 2014 - Present
Energy Future Holdings February 2011 - June 2014
The University of Texas at Austin August 2006 - May 2010
ViaNovo June 2009 - January 2010
National Endowment for the Arts June 2008 - August 2008
Tom Brake, Member of Parliament June 2007 - August 2007
The University of Texas at Austin February 2007 - May 2007
United States House of Representatives May 2005 - August 2005
UT Austin April 2004 - April 2005
Texas Senate May 2003 - August 2003
Skills
Public Policy, Public Speaking, Policy Analysis, Non-profits, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office, Government, Research, Editing, Data Analysis, Fundraising, Teaching, Nonprofits, Policy, Program Management, Analysis, Spanish, Microsoft Excel, Community Outreach, Strategic Communications, Management Consulting, Event Planning, Event Management, Public Relations, Strategy, Leadership, Project Management, Volunteer Management
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 2006 — 2010
Doctor of Law (JD)
The University of Texas at Austin - The LBJ School of Public Affairs 2006 — 2010
Masters of Public Affairs, Public Affairs
The University of Texas at Austin 2001 — 2006
BA, English and Government
Rep. Scott Sanford January 2013 - Present
Rep. Jim Landtroop January 2011 - December 2012
Texas Senate May 2009 - December 2010
Texas Senate May 2007 - September 2008
Skills
Political Communication, Politics, Legislative Research, Legislation, Political Campaigns, Legislative Relations, Grassroots Organizing, Constituent Services, Public Policy, State Government, Government, Policy Analysis, Legislative Affairs, Political Consulting
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2006 — 2010
Horwood Marcus & Berk Chartered February 2015 - Present
Deloitte August 2013 - February 2015
Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance Foundation January 2013 - May 2013
Horwood Marcus & Berk May 2012 - August 2012
295th Civil District Court of Harris County May 2011 - August 2011
Texas Senate May 2009 - July 2010
Cary & Lippincott PLLC May 2009 - August 2009
Texas Student Media 2008 - 2009
Skills
Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Legal Writing, Commercial Litigation, Westlaw, State Tax, Lexis, Legal Assistance, LEED AP ID+C, Legal Issues, Litigation, Corporate Law, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office
Education
University of Illinois College of Law 2010 — 2013
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
The University of Texas at Austin 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English and Spanish
Texas Senate January 2007 - Present
Texas House of Representatives January 2001 - January 2007
Skills
Legislative Relations, Legislative Research, Political Campaigns, Policy Analysis, Government, Constituent Services, Grassroots Organizing, Politics, Nonprofits, Grassroots, Public Relations
Education
Texas State University-San Marcos 1995 — 2000
Bachelor's Degree, Political Science and History
Lexington High School
WTAMU 2006 - Present
Harrington Regional Medical Center 2011 - 2014
Willa Cather Foundation 2011 - 2014
Carroll Construction 1982 - 2014
ACLU 1975 - 2014
Planned Parenthood of Amarillo and the Texas Panhandle 1999 - 2009
UT Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas 1993 - 1999
Texas Senate 1991 - 1993
Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts 1974 - 1990
Skills
Government, Teaching, Government Relations, Political Science, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Public Relations, Writing, Editing, Public Policy, Customer Relations, Media Relations, Policy, Strategic Planning, Strategic Communications, Event Planning, Press Releases, Administration, Event Management, Problem Solving, Customer Service, Grant Writing, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Grants, Staff Development, Fundraising, Higher Education, Volunteer Management, Community Development, Training, Program Development, Proposal Writing, Program Evaluation, Operations Management, Political Campaigns, Policy Analysis, Legislative Relations, Student Affairs, Leadership Development, Legislation, Organizational..., Data Analysis, Grassroots Organizing, Coalitions, Political Consulting, State Government, Political Communication, Legislative Research, Community Organizing
Education
WTAMU 1972 — 1975
BS & MA, Political Science, Eco, Journalism
Texas Woman's University 1959 — 1961
American Government and Politics (United States)
LogCap Partners, LLC August 2015 - Present
Independent Investment Bankers Corp. July 2015 - August 2015
Texas Senate June 2014 - February 2015
Center for Transportation Research, UT Austin October 2013 - August 2014
Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs October 2013 - January 2014
Skills
Economics, Statistics, Econometrics, Data Analysis, Microsoft Office, Research, Stata, Qualitative Research, Financial Economics, Finance, Valuation, Policy Analysis, SPSS, Public Policy, Spanish, Government, Politics, Brazilian Portuguese
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2011 — 2015
BA, Economics
Americans for Prosperity August 2015 - Present
TEKsystems June 2014 - July 2015
Texas Senate May 2013 - June 2014
Texas State University June 2012 - June 2013
Student Government June 2011 - June 2012
Texas State University, Dean of Students Office February 2011 - May 2012
Skills
Leadership, Public Speaking, Management, Community Outreach, Research, Social Networking, Leadership Development, Policy, Volunteer Management, Great People Skills, Event Planning, Fundraising, Politics, Political Science, Communication, Legislation, Public Relations, Political Philosophy, Great Communication, Listening Skills, Critical Thinking, Higher Education, Legislative Research, Sales, Team-oriented, Recruiting, Business Development, Analysis, Student Affairs, People Management, Public Policy, Legislative Relations, Political Campaigns, Student Development, Student Leadership, Interviews, Policy Analysis, Government, Strategic Partnerships, Teamwork
Education
Texas State University-San Marcos 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science
Keller High School 2005 — 2009
Baker Botts July 2012 - June 2013
Louis D. McDonald, D.D.S. & Associates June 2011 - July 2011
Texas Senate February 2011 - June 2011
Pappas Restaurants, Inc. May 2010 - August 2010
Denny's May 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Legal Assistance, Legislative Research, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, CPI trained, Research
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2009 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Political Science and Government, 3.96
Texas House of Representatives September 2015 - Present
Texas Senate Finance Committee October 2014 - Present
University of Texas at Austin Student Government April 2014 - January 2015
Zeta Beta Tau - Texas Lambda November 2013 - December 2014
Senator Mark Kirk (R-IL) June 2014 - August 2014
The University of Texas at Austin August 2013 - May 2014
Texas Senate January 2013 - May 2014
Texas Interfraternity Council January 2013 - January 2014
Village of Great Neck Estates May 2009 - August 2013
Project Vote Smart August 2012 - December 2012
Skills
Legislative Relations, Research, Fundraising, Politics, Legal Writing, Political Science, Public Relations, Press Releases, Legislative Research, Political Communication, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Spanish, Facebook, Time Management, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, SPSS, Data Analysis, State Government, Leadership, Public Affairs, Political Consulting, Legislative Affairs, Constituent Services, Constituent..., Legislation, Policy, Google Docs, Photoshop, Writing
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), American Government and Politics (United States)
Great Neck South Senior High School 2007 — 2011
High School Diploma
The University of Texas System July 2015 - Present
Afren July 2013 - June 2015
Amigos de las Americas February 2011 - July 2013
Alliance Abroad Group January 2010 - February 2011
U.S. Department of State June 2009 - August 2009
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board January 2009 - June 2009
AmeriCorps September 2007 - May 2008
Viron LLC (now Ninex LLC) January 2007 - September 2007
Texas Senate September 2005 - June 2006
Skills
Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, International Relations, Program Management, Event Planning, Grant Writing, Strategic Planning, Policy Analysis, Non-profit..., Microsoft Office, Program Evaluation, Community Development, Spanish, International..., Immigration Law, Copy Editing, Cultural Exchange, Human Resources, Grants, Governance, Oil & Gas, International Joint...
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2003 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
Texas State University-San Marcos 2007 — 2009
Master of Arts (M.A.), International/Global Studies
Robert R Cooper Law Office October 2014 - Present
Jimmy Jacobs Homes July 2014 - September 2014
Office of the District Attorney, Second Judicial District, State of New Mexico August 2013 - July 2014
Office of the District Attorney, Second Judicial District, State of New Mexico September 2011 - July 2013
Office of the District Attorney, Second Judicial District, State of New Mexico September 2010 - August 2011
Texas Senate January 2007 - June 2007
Skills
Legal Writing, Trials, Motions, Case Managment, Hearings, Legal Research, Criminal Law, Legislation, Westlaw, Courts, Appeals, Administrative Law, Leadership, Urban Gardening, Litigation, Felonies, Mediation, Trial Practice, Public Speaking
Education
The University of New Mexico School of Law 2007 — 2010
Juris Doctorate, The Law
Texas State University 2004 — 2006
BA, History, Political Science
Las Cruces High
US Trust March 2012 - Present
Bank of America June 2010 - March 2012
Junior League of Phoenix May 2009 - February 2010
Arizona Senate January 2008 - February 2010
Texas Senate December 2006 - November 2007
Texas Senate October 2004 - September 2006
Texas Department of Transportation September 2000 - October 2004
Texas Senate August 1997 - September 2000
YoungLife Austin April 1997 - August 1997
Texas Senate November 1996 - June 1997
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1991 — 1997
BA
Humble High School 1988 — 1991
Honors
Texas Restaurant Association March 2014 - Present
Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts February 2008 - March 2014
Texas Senate July 1998 - November 2007
Texas Senate January 2002 - January 2007
Attorney January 1993 - December 1997
Skills
Legal Writing, Legal Research, Legislation, Administrative Law, Public Policy, Litigation, Policy Analysis, Legislative Relations, Legislative Affairs, Legal Issues, Commercial Litigation, Mediation, Corporate Law, Legal Advice, Government, Courts, Legal Compliance, Governmental Affairs, Regulatory Policy, Public Finance, Legislation (drafting..., State budget and fiscal..., Labor Law, Healthcare, Politics, Employment Law
Education
University of Houston Law Center 1988 — 1991
JD, Law
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) 1994 — 1995
LLM, Graduate law in international trade
Tulane University 1984 — 1988
B.A., Political Science, Dean's List
Austin Cheer Factory Legislative Program SpecialistTexas Rehabilitation Commission1995 - 2001
Texas Senate 1994 - 1995
Education
Texas State University 1990 — 1994
Texas Senate January 2013 - Present
Texans for Charles Schwertner October 2011 - Present
Texas House of Representatives January 2011 - December 2012
Jim Murphy for State Representative May 2010 - November 2010
Fred Brown for State Representative December 2009 - May 2010
Texas House of Representatives December 2008 - January 2010
Texas House of Representatives March 2008 - November 2008
Texas House of Representatives October 2007 - November 2008
Texas House of Representatives January 2007 - October 2007
Skills
Public Speaking, Social Media, Policy Analysis, Customer Service, Government, Microsoft Office
Education
Republican Party of Texas Campaign College 2008 — 2008
Graduate, with Honors
Texas State University 2001 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (BS), Geography
University of Texas at Austin Program Specialist IV - Policy CoordinatorTexas Education AgencyOctober 2004 - July 2007
University of Texas System January 2004 - October 2004
Texas Senate January 2001 - December 2003
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1996 — 2000
Texas State University
Master, Public Administration
Competitive Assets September 2003 - Present
Public Utility Commission of Texas 1996 - 2003
Texas Senate January 1991 - December 1992
Texas Senate January 1988 - January 1990
Texas House of Representatives, Rep. Lloyd Criss March 1987 - December 1988
Education
LBJ School of Public Affairs 1985 — 1987
Master in Public Affairs, International Affairs
The University of Texas at Austin 1979 — 1984
Plan II, Honours Degree
Gymnazium Metodova Bratislava Czechoslovakia 1973 — 1977
Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers' Compensation October 2014 - Present
Texas Department of Transportation October 2013 - October 2014
Texas Department of Transportation May 2012 - October 2013
Office of Senator Chris Harris April 2010 - May 2012
Texas Senate June 2009 - April 2010
Office of Senator Chris Harris November 2008 - June 2009
Skills
Policy, Media Relations, Political Campaigns, Economic Development, Legislative Relations, Strategic Communications, Speech Writing, Public Policy, Legislation, Government
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2003 — 2007
Bachelor's degree, Public Relations
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department February 2002 - Present
Sedona Staffing/Core Strategies August 2001 - December 2001
Adams Extract Company January 2000 - September 2001
Electrosource January 1995 - January 2000
UPS May 1985 - January 1997
Texas Employment Commission June 1984 - August 1985
Texas Senate June 1982 - June 1984
Texas Senate and House of Representatives June 1981 - August 1981
Texas Senate January 1981 - June 1981
Skills
Community Outreach, Government, Policy, Human Resources, Nonprofits, Administration, Legislative Relations, Training, Organizational..., Public Speaking, Leadership Development, Fundraising
Education
Texas State University 1994 — 1999
BAAS
Texas State University-San Marcos
Master's degree
H-E-B October 2013 - Present
H-E-B August 2010 - October 2013
H-E-B May 2008 - August 2010
H-E-B December 2006 - May 2008
H-E-B Grocery Co. December 2006 - May 2008
NASA August 2004 - December 2006
NASA 2004 - 2006
NASA 2004 - 2006
Texas Senate 2001 - 2003
Skills
Community Outreach, Public Relations, Press Releases, Media Relations, Public Speaking, Budgets, Customer Service, Editing, Editorial, Event Management, Event Planning, Internal Communications, Interviews, Leadership, Management, Newsletters, Non-profits, Nonprofits, Program Management, Project Planning, Public Affairs, Retail, Social Media, Sponsorship
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2001 — 2006
BS/BA, Bachelors of Science in Advertising/Bachelors of Arts in History
Leon Springs Alum
Universitat d'Alacant
U.S. Department of State June 2008 - Present
Academy for College and Career Exploration (ACCE High School) 2005 - 2007
Teach For America 2005 - 2007
Texas Senate 2003 - 2005
Skills
Discrimination, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Mediation, Employment Contracts, Policy Analysis, EEOC, Public Policy, EEO, Government, Teaching, Politics, Litigation, International Relations, Westlaw
Education
University of Baltimore School of Law 2007 — 2010
JD
The Johns Hopkins University 2005 — 2007
MAT, Secondary Social Studies
The University of Texas at Austin 2000 — 2003
BA, Government
Westfield High School 1996 — 2000
Camelot Education November 2003 - Present
Houston Read Commission 2000 - 2003
Harris County 1995 - 2000
Texas Senate 1992 - 1995
Skills
Program Management, Non-profits, Program Development, Staff Development, Government, Proposal Writing, Public Policy, Data Analysis, Analysis, Public Speaking, Technical Writing, Strategic Planning, Teaching, Quality Assurance, Nonprofits, Training, Leadership Development, Adult Education, Management, Educational Leadership
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1991 — 1997
Ph.D., Educational Administration
Texas State University 1979 — 1982
M.P.A., Public Administration
The University of Texas at Austin 1974 — 1977
B.A., Goverrnment
City Beat Cincinnati July 2015 - Present
Texas Senate November 2014 - June 2015
News21 January 2014 - August 2014
The Texas Observer September 2013 - December 2013
KUT Public Media June 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Editing, Copy Editing, Creative Writing, Blogging, Social Media, Proofreading, Journalism, Copywriting, Research, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Microsoft Word, Editorial, Teaching, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Social Networking
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2012 — 2014
Master of Arts (M.A.), Journalism
University of Oregon 2006 — 2009
B.A., Journalism, Psychology
Texas Senate December 1992 - Present
Texas Senate 1992 - 2009
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1990 — 1992
San Antonio Youth Literacy January 2015 - Present
CPS Energy June 2005 - May 2007
CPS Energy November 1996 - May 2005
Texas Senate January 1995 - November 1996
Skills
Change Management, Budgets, Team Building, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Public Policy, Government
Education
The University of Kansas 1983 — 1987
B.S., Business Administration
The University of Kansas 1983 — 1987
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration and Management, General
Polan Culley 1991 - Present
Texas Senate 1985 - 1991
Skills
Government, Policy, Fundraising, Non-profits, Policy Analysis, Public Relations, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Strategic Planning, Research, Economic Development, Grant Writing, Analysis, Editing, Budgets, Community Development, Event Planning, Program Development, Legislation, Politics, Political Consulting, Political Campaigns, Legal Writing, Strategic Communications, Public Affairs, Grassroots Organizing, Legislative Relations, Media Relations
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1978 — 1981
Bachelor of arts, History- Political science
HomeGirl Staging & Redesign June 2006 - Present
Texas General Land Office January 2003 - June 2006
Texas Senate January 1991 - December 2002
Skills
Public Speaking, Government, Political Campaigns, Public Relations, Public Policy, Research, Social Media, Editing, Non-profits, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Policy Analysis, Microsoft Office, Media Relations, Politics, Legal Writing, Policy, Graphic Design, Photography, Strategic Communications
Education
Southwest Texas State University
Tarrytown Dance May 2015 - Present
Jane McGill, Certified Shorthand Reporter November 2012 - Present
Victory Medical Center November 2013 - May 2015
e-volve-media February 2013 - October 2013
W Hotels November 2010 - April 2013
Texas Senate October 2009 - May 2010
Wilks Broadcasting January 2009 - May 2009
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center January 2008 - January 2009
Skills
Outlook, Microsoft Office, Illustrator, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Advertising, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Photoshop, Graphic Design, WordPress, Email Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing, Public Relations, Event Planning, Management, Web Design, SEO, Customer Service, Sales, Social Media, Social Networking, Online Marketing, Marketing Communications, Event Management, Blogging, Marketing Strategy, Media Relations
Education
Texas Tech University 2005 — 2009
Public Relations, Minor: English
Permian high school
Condé Nast January 2014 - Present
Workforce Opportunity Services July 2013 - January 2014
Workforce Opportunity Services June 2012 - July 2013
Workforce Opportunity Services September 2010 - June 2012
Texas Senate March 2009 - June 2009
University of Auckland July 2008 - December 2008
University of Auckland February 2008 - December 2008
Skills
Management, Training, Research, Program Management, Public Speaking, Higher Education, Microsoft Excel, Statistics, Project Planning, Community Outreach, Data Analysis, Project Management, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Teaching, Editing, Leadership, Event Planning, Team Leadership
Education
The Johns Hopkins University 2003 — 2007
BA, Public Health
KBGE November 2014 - Present
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality August 2009 - March 2014
Texas Attorney General March 2007 - September 2007
Texas Senate May 2004 - August 2005
Skills
Legal Research, Investigation, Microsoft Office, Government, Microsoft Excel, Environmental Awareness, Research, Public Speaking, Environmental Compliance, Civil Litigation
Education
Texas State University-San Marcos 2004 — 2008
BS, Criminal Justice
Southern Methodist University June 2015 - Present
University of Georgia August 2011 - Present
Tennessee Higher Education Comission April 2013 - Present
American Educational Research Association April 2013 - Present
Texas Senate August 2010 - May 2011
U.S. House of Representatives August 2010 - December 2010
Upward Bound May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Spanish, Community Outreach, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Social Media Marketing, Statistical Data..., Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research, Public Speaking, Program Evaluation, Higher Education, Policy, Research, Grant Writing, Program Development, Policy Analysis, Fundraising
Education
The University of Georgia 2011 — 2015
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
The University of Texas at Austin 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Philosophy & Spanish
Los Fresnos High School
Texas Senate January 2013 - Present
Texas House of Representatives February 2011 - 2013
TX House of Representatives February 2009 - February 2011
Skills
Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Legislation
Education
Texas State University-San Marcos 2011 — 2013
Master of Public Administration, Urban and Environmental Planning
The University of Texas at Austin
BA, Government
The Junior League of Austin 2009 - Present
Bearse & Company, LLC September 2007 - Present
Texas Senate 2002 - 2004
Texas State Senate 1991 - 2004
Texas Senate 1992 - 2002
Skills
Political Consulting, Speech Writing, Public Relations, Strategic Communications, Political Campaigns
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1989 — 1993
BA, Government
Zaffirini Communications October 1997 - Present
Texas Senate January 1987 - Present
Skills
Public Relations, Legislation, Public Speaking, Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Government, Political Campaigns, Litigation, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Policy Analysis, Policy, Legislative Research, Event Planning, Legal Writing, Public Affairs, Editing, Civil Litigation, Media Relations, Speech Writing, Grassroots Organizing, Spanish, Strategic Planning, Crisis Communications, Mediation, Leadership, Political Consulting, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Community Development, Economic Development, Politics, Grant Writing, Marketing, Research, Community Outreach, Customer Service, Legal Research, Administrative Law, International Relations, Volunteer Management, Grassroots
Education
The University of Texas at Austin
BS, MA, PhD, Communications
Texas Attorney General May 2015 - Present
Texas Senate August 2012 - July 2014
Texas Senate August 2011 - August 2012
Texas Senate August 2010 - August 2011
Harris County District Clerk August 2009 - December 2009
Jacobs Sverdrup January 2006 - May 2007
Skills
Research, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Word, Microsoft Excel, Process Scheduler, Technical Writing, Analysis, Proposal Writing, Government, Teamwork, Public Speaking, HTML, Project Management, Project Planning, Legal Writing, Windows, Leadership, Legal Research, Data Analysis, Microsoft Word, Public Policy, Legislative Relations, Policy
Education
Texas Tech University School of Law 2014 — 2017
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Texas State University-San Marcos 2010 — 2012
MA, Political Science
University of Houston 2008 — 2009
BS, Political Science
The University of Texas at Austin 2004 — 2008
BS, Aerospace Engineering
Creighton Realty Partners January 2013 - Present
Creighton Realty Partners, LLC January 2013 - Present
Texas House of Representatives January 2007 - Present
the Signorelli Company January 2000 - Present
Texas Attorney General January 1996 - January 1998
Texas Senate January 1990 - May 1993
Skills
Real Estate, Contract Negotiation, Real Estate Transactions, Disposition, Real Estate Development, Real Estate Economics, Land Acquisition, Entitlements, Negotiation, Contract Management, Investment Properties, Property Management, Foreclosures, Strategic Planning, Residential Homes, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Writing, Corporate Law, Litigation Management
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1989 — 1993
BA, Government/Economics
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor's degree, Government
Davis Kaufman PLLC March 2012 - Present
Texas House of Representatives January 2010 - March 2012
Texas House of Representatives January 2009 - January 2010
Baker Botts LLP September 2007 - January 2009
Texas House of Representatives January 2004 - May 2007
Texas House of Representatives January 2003 - January 2004
Texas Senate December 2000 - January 2003
Texas Judicial Council September 1997 - December 2000
Skills
Public Speaking, Negotiation, Public Policy, Legislative Affairs, Bill Drafting, General Corporate..., Strategic Consulting, Crisis Communications, Community Outreach, Legislation, Legislative Research, Political Campaigns, Political Consulting, State Government, Strategic Communications, Coalitions, Grassroots Organizing
Education
University of Texas School of Law 1990 — 1993
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
The University of Texas at Austin 1985 — 1989
BA, Government
Puffer Sweiven December 2011 - Present
AWC September 2007 - November 2011
Texas Senate May 2006 - May 2007
Skills
Engineering, Instrumentation, Microsoft Excel, Account Management, Oil, Sales, Troubleshooting, Microsoft Office
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2002 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Government / Philosophy
The Society Diaries May 2014 - Present
DEFINE body&mind March 2012 - Present
Memorial Hermann Healthcare System August 2011 - September 2012
Pace University September 2010 - June 2011
Second Baptist School November 2009 - July 2010
Associated Builders and Contractors May 2009 - October 2009
Texas Senate January 2009 - May 2009
Beverly Jernigan Public Relations 2009 - 2009
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2005 — 2009
B.S., Communication Studies
Texas Education Agency December 2008 - Present
Questar Assessment, Inc. September 2000 - September 2008
Texas Education Agency 1992 - 2000
Texas Senate January 1991 - August 1991
Moulton Independent School District October 1987 - May 1990
Skills
Elementary Education, Organizational..., Instructional Design, Editing, Curriculum Development, Teacher Training, Instructional Technology, Special Education, Educational Leadership, Curriculum Design, Strategic Planning, Staff Development, Program Management, Leadership, K-12, Teaching, Educational Assessment, Team Building
Education
Texas State University
BS, Elementary Ed/Reading/ELA
Texas Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services July 2013 - Present
Texas Department of State Health Services June 2008 - July 2013
Texas Health Institute November 1999 - August 2006
Texas Senate March 1993 - November 1999
Skills
Policy, Program Development, Project Planning, Project Management, Problem Solving, Accounting, Budget, Budget Monitoring, Budget Setting, Budget Process, Legislative Policy, Strategic Planning, Strategic Financial..., Strategic Thinking, Strategic Partnerships, Quality Assurance, Management, Government, Program Management, Public Policy, Leadership, Budgets, Policy Analysis, Data Analysis, Legislative Relations, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Public Health
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 1984 — 1987
Doctor of Law (JD), Law
The University of Texas at Austin - The LBJ School of Public Affairs 1991 — 1995
MPAff, Pulic Affairs
The University of Texas at Austin 1980 — 1984
BBA, Accounting
Community Hospice of Texas May 2012 - Present
Hurst-Euless-Bedford I.S.D August 2008 - May 2012
Texas Senate January 2001 - June 2004
Mental Health Association of Tarrant County May 1999 - January 2001
Skills
Public Relations, Continuous Improvement, Public Policy, Fundraising, Recruiting, Government, Event Management, Newsletters, Volunteer Management, Leadership, Community Outreach, Politics, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Social Media
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1997 — 1999
MSSW, Social Work
University of Mississippi 1993 — 1997
BSW, Social Work
Johns Marrs Ellis & Hodge LLP September 2012 - Present
Texas Attorney General July 2011 - August 2011
Washington Legal Foundation May 2011 - June 2011
United States Attorney's Office June 2010 - August 2010
Texas Senate December 2007 - August 2009
Texas House of Representatives January 2007 - June 2007
Travis County May 2005 - June 2006
Education
Texas Tech University School of Law 2009 — 2012
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
The University of Texas at Austin 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
Womack McClish Wall Foster Brooks P.C. May 2012 - August 2014
Texas Senate April 2011 - December 2011
Skills
Research, Social Media, Legislative Research, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Legislative Relations, Community Outreach, PowerPoint, Editing, Microsoft Excel, Event Planning, Legislation, Public Relations, Facebook, Microsoft Word, Time Management, Leadership, Social Networking
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2010 — 2015
Bachelor’s Degree, Government
Texas House of Representatives April 2012 - Present
Texas Senate November 2010 - April 2012
Bill White for Texas Campaign August 2010 - November 2010
Inside Texas October 2007 - January 2010
Skills
Political Campaigns, Political Consulting, Media Relations, Press Releases, Grassroots Organizing, Politics, Strategic Communications, Speech Writing, Public Policy, Legislative Research, Constituent Services, Political Communication
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2006 — 2010
B.S., Public Relations
Engage Cuba 2015 - Present
United States Senate December 2014 - Present
Mark Warner for US Senate October 2013 - December 2014
United States Senate July 2013 - February 2014
University of Virginia August 2012 - May 2013
Tim Kaine for US Senate March 2012 - November 2012
Texas House of Representatives January 2011 - May 2011
Peace Corps September 2008 - November 2010
County of Los Angeles: Community Development Commission July 2007 - July 2008
Texas Senate January 2007 - May 2007
Skills
Spanish, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Politics, Grant Writing, Program Evaluation, Political Campaigns, Research, Legislative Research, Volunteer Management, Public Speaking, Legislative Relations, Legislative Affairs, Leadership
Education
University of Virginia- Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy 2011 — 2013
Master of Public Policy, General Studies
The University of Texas at Austin 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, Government