Government Affairs Specialist + PAC Manager - Encompass Health Corporation - Washington, D.C.
(2022-05 - 2025-01)
- Advised executive leadership on federal legislative and regulatory developments, translating complex policy issues into strategic recommendations.
- Shaped the organization's advocacy efforts by developing briefings, legislative analyses, and policy recommendations.
- Advanced the organization's federal legislative priorities through engagement with congressional offices, federal inter-agencies, and national trade associations.
- Developed legislative strategy materials, executive briefings, and policy recommendations supporting advocacy before federal agencies and congressional offices.
- Partnered with leadership, compliance legal, and operations to align internal organizational objectives with shifting federal policy.
- Represented the government affairs department in meetings with policymakers, trade associations, and coalitions to strengthen relationships.
- Directed administration of a federally regulated political action committee (EHC PAC), ensuring regulatory compliance while supporting advocacy initiatives and political engagement.
- Constantly assessed legislative and regulatory impact of proposed federal policies, preparing leadership on risks, opportunities, and strategic considerations.
Staff Assistant/Aide - United States Senate – Office of U.S. Senator Benjamin L. Cardin - Washington, D.C.
(2020-07 - 2022-05)
- Served as point of contact for constituents, federal agencies, and congressional stakeholders.
- Coordinated constituent correspondence and casework with legislative and state office staff, ensuring timely resolution.
- Supported legislative operations by preparing policy research, briefing materials, and background information for staff.
- Supported executive scheduling, constituent meetings, and official events while coordinating logistics across congressional offices.
- Prepared memorandums regarding Senate committees of relevance (Senate Judiciary Committee, SBA & Finance Committee).
- Maintained knowledge of federal policy and legislative goings-on to support day-to-day office operations.
Legal Assistant and Title Processor - Law Office of Anthony Onwuanibe Golden Trust Title & Escrow LLC - Baltimore, MD
(2019-10 - 2020-01)
- Ensured the firm abided by all filing requirements, including real estate, tax sale regulations, and foreclosure statutes.
Legislative Intern - United States Senate – Office of U.S. Senator Benjamin L. Cardin - Washington, D.C.
(2018-05 - 2018-07)
- Conducted in-depth research on legislative topics, including current bills, policy issues, and constituent concerns.
- Assisted in managing constituent correspondence, including drafting responses to letters, emails, and inquiries on legislative priorities.
- Supported daily office operations, including answering phones, greeting visitors, and managing correspondence.
Administrative Intern - United States Senate – Office of the U.S. Secretary of the Senate - Washington, D.C.
(2017-06 - 2017-08)
- Processed and reviewed Senate employee financial reports for accuracy and adherence to Senate policies.
- Handled administrative tasks for staff (coffee runs, filing, meeting preparation).
