Brandon Gonzalez
New Paltz,NY
Summary
A reliable and politically engaged college student with experience in leadership, legislation, campaigning, and community organization. Adept in policy research and building effective communication strategies. Collaborative and committed to strengthening relationships between young voters and political offices.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
District Aid for Pat Ryan
United States House of Representatives
Newburgh, NY
01.2024 - Current
- Proven ability to effectively communicate with constituents, stakeholders, and governmental agencies.
- Provided assistance with constituent casework, supporting others in promptly addressing and resolving concerns to ensure effective representation.
- Actively accompanied the Congressmember and staff to events and engagements, providing essential support and assistance as required, enhancing their presence and effectiveness in engaging with constituents and stakeholders.
- Proficiency in utilizing various software and technology tools for data analysis, constituent management, and legislative tracking.
President
College Democrats Of New York
04.2023 - Current
- Oversee state-wide team efficiency with over a dozen college chapters and eight executive board departments.
- Develop and implement new strategies and policies to establish long-term political objectives and increase student recruiting, engagement, and fundraising numbers.
- Advance and maintained relationships with political offices and organizations to provide job opportunities for college students.
- Oversee organization's online presence using Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Squarespace, and ActBlue to increase internet engagement and fundraising numbers.
Outreach Fellow
Manny Nneji for District Attorney
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Organized and oversaw canvass staging location in New Paltz in coordination with the field team.
- Participated in the planning and execution of a number of campaign-related events for the candidate to engage with the local community.
- Actively engaged with college voters at campus voting location, providing crucial information about the candidate, and facilitating the voting process, influencing campus turnout.
- Coordinated volunteers to staff phone banks, canvass efforts, and other outreach activities.
Legislative Session Intern for Chris Eachus
New York State Assembly
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Identified, researched, and tracked legislative and budgetary documents using New York's Legislative Retrieval System, analyzed implications, and shared findings with team.
- Collaborated with the Chief of Staff and Legislative Director to draft memos, policy briefs, and talking points for the Assemblymember.
- Attended meetings with constituents and lobbyists, took comprehensive notes, and disseminated information to member and staff.
- Answered all office calls and maintained accurate records of calls placed and received.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
SUNY New Paltz
New Paltz, NY05.2024
Skills
- Legislative Research and Tracking
- Campaign Field Operations
- Casework
- Office Management
- Fundraising
- Event Coordination
- Professional Communication
- Organizational Efficiency
References
- Evan Holland-Shepler, Chair of the New Paltz Democratic Committee, (845)-514-7533
- David Rabbits, Chief of Staff for Assemblymember Chris Eachus, (845)-325-9683
Timeline
District Aid for Pat Ryan
United States House of Representatives
01.2024 - Current
Outreach Fellow
Manny Nneji for District Attorney
09.2023 - 11.2023
President
College Democrats Of New York
04.2023 - Current
Legislative Session Intern for Chris Eachus
New York State Assembly
01.2023 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
SUNY New Paltz
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