Nashville, Tennessee, United States
As a Director of State Government Affairs at the American College of Cardiology, I lead the organization’s state-level advocacy efforts across all 50 states, focusing on policy that advance cardiovascular care, patient access, and the practice of modern healthcare. With over 14 years in state government relations and healthcare policy, I specialize in developing strategic advocacy campaigns, building bipartisan relationships with policymakers and stakeholders, and translating complex issues into effective public policy. My work includes managing legislative tracking, grassroots mobilization, coalition leadership, and coordination with contract lobbyists to protect and promote policies that improve health outcomes nationwide. Key accomplishments include: • Leading the ACC State Government Affairs team in navigating healthcare policy across 50 states, with a focus on issues such as workforce, insurance and payment reform, Telehealth, Healthcare AI, and access to cardiovascular services. • Developing and maintaining relationships with state legislators, government officials, and key stakeholders to represent cardiology’s perspective in coalitions and national associations. • Organizing and executing advocacy events and strategies in state capitals, while building expert grassroots programs that amplify member and patient voices. • Tracking, researching, and responding to emerging healthcare issues, including regulatory changes impacting providers and patients. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, I bring deep familiarity with the southeast and midwestern states legislative processes as well as the dynamic healthcare landscape in these regions.
Lead ACC State Government Affairs Team. Manage legislative and regulatory efforts in 50 states. Develop and maintain relationships with policymakers, government officials and stakeholders. Represent the organization in coalitions, policy groups and national associations. Track, research and respond to key healthcare issues. Organize and execute events in Washington D.C. and state capitals. Expert in developing grassroot advocacy strategies and building coalitions. Manage contract lobbyists and consultants. Miscellaneous federal and political action committee experience.
Tracked and analyzed legislation on the state and federal level for Fortune 100 clients. Researched and drafted issue briefs Developed reports on political trends and initiatives Provided clients with timely analysis of bills in key states and localities. Generated social media outreach related to legislative activity and election forecasting. Cultivated relationships with legislative staff and clients.
Communicated with constituents, government agencies and officials on behalf of the Senator. Wrote summaries for bills on an array of issues. Conducted legislative research and compiled information on senate bills. Participated in meetings with lobbyists, interest groups and stakeholders.
Worked extensively on a campaign for a Tennessee State Senate seat Responsible for organizing fundraising events throughout the district as well as political events in Knoxville and Nashville. Led one of the campaign advertising teams, with responsibility for the University of Tennessee campus and surrounding neighborhoods.