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Seeking a position allowing for responsible, independent, and innovative leadership. S f Over twenty years in legislative analysis, assessment, research and monitoring, event umlflary _0 planning, development, and coordination. instrumental in fostering a team approach Quallficatmnsi within GTEf`Verizon's Legislative Affairs. Strong organizational and communication skills. Skilled at bringing a diverse group of people together to pursue a common goal - whether within a fimi or among partner organizations. Jan. 2007 - July 2016 Senator Kirk Watson Texas Legislator Ofiice Manager/Legislative Assistant interfaced with legislative staff within Capitol and to coordinate committee meetingsfhearings Interact with constituents and lobbyists on a daily basis Maintain Constituent Management System (CMS) Maintain constituent correspondence Establish and maintain Senator's visibility in East Austin Continually seek opportunities for Senator to increase visibility within community Maintain office computer network Oct. 2003 - Dec. 2006 Verizon Communications Austin, TX Legislative Analyst Prepared and tiled required contribution and ethics reports to state agencies Conducted legislative searches and online research on issues before the U.S. Congress and Texas Legislature Maintained departmental budget interfaced with federalfstate legislators and coordinated meetings/hearings April 1981 - Oct. 2003 GTE Legislative Affairs Washington, D.C. Legislative Information Specialist Managed and Coordinated GTE's GIFT Program Established and maintained solid contacts with the Administration, Congressional Staff counterparts within GTE, Trade Associations, and Regional Bell Operation Companies Responding liaison for procedural, status inquiries, and Congressional testimonies Managed GTE's efforts with industry and consumer organizations Managed all aspects ofthe GTE's Legislative Issues Established and maintained liaisons with hotels, vendors, and private contractors for the purpose of supporting GTE's Washington presence Tracked and maintained departmental budget Managed GTE Federal Political Action Committee (PAC) Arranged and managed GTE's business-related functions at the National Gallery of Art Arranged and managed Verizon's involvement with the Congressional Black Caucus Reception during the 2000 Democratic National Convention
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