Danielle El-Amin
Detroit,MI
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with strong time management and organizational skills, consistently meeting company objectives through effective practices. Proven ability to thrive under pressure while adapting to new challenges, enhancing organizational branding. Committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences that foster loyalty and satisfaction. Actively seeking entry-level Pharmaceutical Sales Representative opportunities to further develop skills and contribute to overall company success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Michigan Deputy Trips and Surrogates Director
Harris for President
Detroit, MI
06.2023 - Current
- Coordinated deployment of national and local surrogates in key battleground areas.
- Directed strategy for campaign-related visits to Michigan by Harris for President, principals, and surrogates.
- Cultivated and maintained state-level relationships.
- Supported positive relationships between community leaders and general public.
Lobbyist & Equity Consultant
Kelley-Cawthorne
Lansing, MI
02.2022 - 11.2023
- Lead the development of a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion service line to provide clients with a variety of training in areas including, but not limited to, unconscious bias, cultural competency, diversity recruitment, and community partnership development.
- Partnered on lobbying efforts for major organizations, including DTE, Mannik & Smith Group (Construction), and the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, to advocate for legislative changes.
- Partnered closely with the Director of Operations to develop and align DEI strategy, recruit top talent and interns, and ensure fair and equitable hiring practices.
- Proven ability to work on a hybrid basis while achieving organizational goals.
- Key Highlights, Projects, and Accomplishments:
- The Sentencing Project – 'Second Look' Criminal Justice Reform Bill: Partnered with legislators, the Detroit Justice Center, and various stakeholders to lobby for amended sentencing guidelines and policies that will provide a 'second look' to incarcerated individuals with extensive sentences.
- Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) successfully collaborated with the appropriations committee in the Michigan House of Representatives and the Michigan Senate to secure $3M in relief efforts due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and to support the development of a new music program.
- Mannik & Smith Group connected with city council members to drive organizational development, increase their Detroit footprint, and expand hiring efforts.
- Coordinated President Joe Biden’s presence at the 2022 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit, MI; emphasis included local stakeholder engagement, media relations, and driving the importance of environmental sustainability within the automotive space.
Advisor to Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist II
Executive Office of Governor Whitmer
Lansing, MI
08.2019 - 02.2022
- Acted as intermediary between Governor’s office and local communities to convey policy and legislative changes.
- Collaborated with local government, nonprofits, and business owners to gather feedback.
- Enhanced local and national political visibility through relationship management.
- Organized initiatives to engage low-propensity voter populations.
- Key Highlights, Projects, and Accomplishments:
- Michigan Coronavirus Taskforce on Racial Disparities: Served as the Policy Staff for two workgroups, which entailed partnering with physicians and public health experts to develop COVID-19-related communications and initiatives to mitigate the risk of viral spread, mobile health unit rollout, and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) improvements, particularly related to data analysis and tracking.
- Promoted from Advance Liaison to Advisor in January 2020; key duties entailed traveling and working closely with Governor Whitmer to coordinate the logistics of public events.
Property Resource Navigator
Detroit Land Bank Authority
Detroit, MI
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Collaborated with property owners to navigate governmental processes and compliance requirements.
- Identified products and materials used by property owners, negotiated discounts, and created partnerships with local, relevant home renovation businesses.
- Collaborated with the Sales and Programs department on the verification, property owner eligibility, and e-recording of deeds for the sale of vacant parcels using Salesforce.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills; results-oriented demeanor, and outstanding judgment and discretion.
- Key Highlights, Projects, and Accomplishments:
- Spearheaded the development of a property resource fair to communicate the compliance process to new homeowners and provide community resources, including but not limited to discounted building materials, alternative financing methods, etc.
- Partnered with the sales and compliance department managers to identify barriers for property owners, and execute the strategic allocation of a $50,000 grant secured from Home Depot.
Education
Certificate - Diversity & Inclusion
Cornell University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Political Theory/Constitutional Democracy, Western European Studies
Michigan State University
Skills
- Advocacy Strategy Development
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
- Community Outreach
- Event Planning and Management
- State and Local Government
- Stakeholder Management
- Media relations
- Effective Presentations
- Cultural Competency
- MS Office Suite
- Salesforce (CRM)
Affiliations
- Fellow, Michigan Political Leadership Program (Bi-partisan), Winter 2023
- Member, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., 2019 – Present, The purpose of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Michigan Deputy Trips and Surrogates Director
Harris for President
06.2023 - Current
Lobbyist & Equity Consultant
Kelley-Cawthorne
02.2022 - 11.2023
Advisor to Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist II
Executive Office of Governor Whitmer
08.2019 - 02.2022
Property Resource Navigator
Detroit Land Bank Authority
08.2018 - 07.2019
Certificate - Diversity & Inclusion
Cornell University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Political Theory/Constitutional Democracy, Western European Studies
Michigan State University
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