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Carsen Ray Parker

Elizabethtown,KY

Summary

High-performing Government Relations Manager with solid experience in networking, marketing and crisis management. Adept in creating and implementing effective communication strategies. Collaborative and committed to nurturing relationships with stakeholders, media and clients.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Government Relations Manager

USA Cares
01.2024 - Current
  • Secured $2 million dollars for Veterans in need from state of Kentucky in appropriation funding.
  • Working with Texas Representatives to secure $10 million dollars in state funding.
  • Testified before legislative committees as an authoritative voice representing clients'' perspectives on crucial matters.
  • Monitored legislation, regulations, and policy developments for potential impact on the organization.

Field Representative

Congressman Brett Guthrie
02.2022 - Current
  • Manage 6 counties in KY's 2nd District. This includes Fort Knox, Fort Campbell and the University of Kentucky.
  • Conduct working roundtables with industries, healthcare providers, food producers,Department of Defense, KY Realtor Associations, and KY State Police.
  • Network with Congressional delegates from across the nation.
  • Attend meetings with 2 Star Generals to aid in funding the many needs of the miliary. As well as, local governments to ensure economic and infrastructure growth.


Staff Assistant

Congressman Brett Guthrie
11.2021 - 02.2022


  • Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.

Education

B.A. - Economics, Liberal Studies

University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
2021

Commonwealth Diploma -

Glasgow High School
Glasgow, KY
2016

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Client Rapport-Building
  • Goal Attainment
  • Networking Abilities
  • Serve Customers

Accomplishments

  • JP Morgan Internship - London, England (cancelled due to COVID) 2020
  • Edward Jones Internship- Scottsville, Kentucky 2020

Affiliations

Alpha Delta Pi 2016 - 2020, University of Kentucky Economics Society 2020 - 2021, University of Kentucky Women in Economics 2020 - 2021, Rotary Club 2023

Timeline

Government Relations Manager

USA Cares
01.2024 - Current

Field Representative

Congressman Brett Guthrie
02.2022 - Current

Staff Assistant

Congressman Brett Guthrie
11.2021 - 02.2022

B.A. - Economics, Liberal Studies

University of Kentucky

Commonwealth Diploma -

Glasgow High School
Carsen Ray Parker