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Think private and public foundations can't support election season advocacy? Think again. Check out my new blog for Center for Effective…
Think private and public foundations can't support election season advocacy? Think again. Check out my new blog for Center for Effective…
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I am excited to share that I have been appointed by City of Houston Mayor, John Whitmire, and our Houston City Council Members to serve on the Board…
I am excited to share that I have been appointed by City of Houston Mayor, John Whitmire, and our Houston City Council Members to serve on the Board…
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Welp, at least we might finally get some activity out of the FEC rather than partisan deadlock. Interesting changes ahead
Welp, at least we might finally get some activity out of the FEC rather than partisan deadlock. Interesting changes ahead
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Licenses & Certifications
Publications
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Texas Ethics Laws
This book is a legal practice guide useful for attorneys, candidates, consultants, and campaign/legislative staff alike.
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Powering Legislative Advocacy Using Airtable: Andrew Cates
Airtable
Not written by me, but rather about my use of software to power lobbying efforts at the Texas Capitol
Projects
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City Hall Press Conference - Budget in a Box
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Press conference at City Hall in Austin announcing the city's "Budget in a box" initiative to get people interested in helping the city plan its budget. I was asked to participate as a representative of the Board of Directors for both the Austin Young Chamber of Commerce and the Young Men's Business League. Click the title of this post - it is a link. I believe my part starts around the 10 min. mark.
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Texas Capitol House Floor Recognition
Celebrating the 100 year anniversary of the Young Men's Business League, Rep. Donna Howard honored the organization with a House Resolution on the floor of the House. I was lucky enough to be one of the few selected to be recognized personally. Click the title of this project - it is a link, then choose the 4/4/13 stream, and skip to the 30 min mark.
Languages
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Spanish
Full professional proficiency
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Portuguese
Elementary proficiency
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Austin Area Research Organization
2022 McBee Fellow
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Good Politics
Board Member
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Legislative & Campaign Section of the State Bar of Texas
Chair
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Skillpoint Alliance
Board of Directors
- PresentSkillpoint Alliance is a 501(c)3 workforce development organization deeply rooted in building partnerships across industries, educational opportunities and community outreach. Skillpoint is strongly committed to helping individuals access a successful career, while meeting employers’ needs for a qualified workforce. We strive to provide programs for individuals who are just beginning to enter the workforce or seeking to embark upon a new career pathway. No matter where our students are in…
Skillpoint Alliance is a 501(c)3 workforce development organization deeply rooted in building partnerships across industries, educational opportunities and community outreach. Skillpoint is strongly committed to helping individuals access a successful career, while meeting employers’ needs for a qualified workforce. We strive to provide programs for individuals who are just beginning to enter the workforce or seeking to embark upon a new career pathway. No matter where our students are in their various walks of life, Skillpoint stands ready to enhance the quality of life for our students and prepare them for a rapidly changing global economy.
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Downtown Austin Community Court Advisory Commission
Appointee
- PresentThe purpose of the Downtown Austin Community Court is to collaboratively address the quality of life issues of all residents in the downtown Austin community through the swift, creative sentencing of public order offenders. The Court seeks to hold people responsible while also offering help to change behavior. The Advisory Commission oversees operational issues with the Community Court and seeks to address the City of Austin's homeless issues in a compassionate and forward-thinking way.
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Austin Young Lawyers Association
Board of Directors
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Austin Young Chamber Foundation
Secretary, Board of Directors
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Los Arboles Neighborhood Homeowner's Association Board
Vice President
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Austin Young Chamber of Commerce
2013-2015 Board of Directors
Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors
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Engage ATX
Ethics & Reporting Consultant
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Leadership Austin Emerge
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Class of 2012
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Texas Young Lawyers Association
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Young Men's Business League
2013 Board Member - Public Relations
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