Legislative Assistant - United States House of Representatives – Office of Congresswoman Summer Lee - Washington, D.C.
(2023-03 - 2024-12)
- Served as a trusted right hand to a Member of Congress, managing high-volume communications, prioritizing requests, and preparing briefings to support rapid, high-stakes decision-making.
- Led a diverse legislative portfolio spanning technology policy, data governance, energy, infrastructure, financial services, and civil rights–related issues, with a strong focus on equity and regulatory accountability.
- Prepared meeting agendas, briefing memos, talking points, policy proposals, and follow-up action items to maximize effectiveness of internal and external meetings.
- Conducted background research for hearings, public statements, and media engagement
- Authored policy memos, technical analyses, and vote recommendations translating complex legislative and regulatory issues into actionable guidance for policymakers.
- Exercised discretion handling sensitive political, personnel, and stakeholder matters.
- Engaged extensively with civil society organizations, advocacy groups, academic experts, and industry stakeholders to inform policy design and legislative strategy.
- Engaged regularly with state offices, national nonprofits, advocacy organizations, federal agencies, trade associations, industry groups, and external consultants to monitor policy developments, support information sharing and policy coordination, and align advocacy strategies.
- Led cross-functional coordination among policy, communications, district, scheduling, committee, and leadership offices to keep priorities aligned and on track.
- Supported hearings, briefings, and public-facing events by providing logistical support.
- Maintained detailed tracking systems for legislation, deadlines, and deliverables.
- Played a central role in advancing and passing H.R. 4877 during the 118th Congress.
Regional Vice President & Deputy General Manager - DMV Starz FC / DMV Select FC-STARZ Football Group - Washington, D.C.
(2023-09)
- Owned multiple operational priorities, budgets, and stakeholder relationships within a complex, multi-entity organization competing regionally in the Mid-Atlantic.
- Oversee day-to-day operations and long-term planning
- Serve as primary liaison with sponsors, league officials, vendors, and community partners.
- Led external partnerships, sponsorship negotiations, and public-facing engagements.
- Managed cross-functional teams and executed strategic plans under tight timelines.
- Expanded sponsorship portfolio, increasing financial support and operational capacity.
- Modernized recruiting strategy resulting in stronger competitive performance across divisions.
- Strengthened organizational culture, communication structures, and team engagement.
Congressional Energy & Environmental Justice Fellow - Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) - Washington, D.C.
(2022-01 - 2022-09)
- Supported Members of Congress and committee staff with research, briefings, and stakeholder coordination related to clean energy, offshore wind, and environmental justice.
- Assisted with hearing preparation, logistics, and follow‑up actions across multiple offices.
- Translated complex regulatory and technical information into clear decision‑support materials.
Congressional Energy & Environmental Justice Fellow - Office of Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. - Washington, D.C.
(2022-01 - 2022-05)
Congressional Energy & Environmental Justice Fellow - U.S. House Natural Resources Committee – Subcommittee on Energy & Mineral Resources - Washington, D.C.
(2022-05 - 2022-09)
Policy Associate (Consultant) - American Petroleum Institute (API)
(2022-09 - 2022-12)
- Conducted research and prepared internal briefings for senior advisors on environmental justice engagement and stakeholder strategy.
- Coordinated across departments to align policy, communications, and DEI initiatives.
Summer Research Assistant / Intern (Remote) - U.S. Department of Energy – Office of Fossil Energy & Natural Gas
(2021-06 - 2021-08)
- Contributed research and analysis to Congressional studies on energy markets, emissions reduction, and innovation.
