Danielle Girardi
Richmond
Summary
Results-driven leader with extensive experience in district oversight and a proven ability to streamline operations, foster collaboration, and achieve organizational goals.
Adaptable, dependable, and committed to continuous improvement. Responsive team player who delegates effectively and is eager to learn and contribute to team success.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
District Director
Senator Lashrecse Aird
11.2023 - Current
- Oversaw all district operations, including managing constituent service requests and building and maintaining ongoing relationships with community groups
- Managed constituent service requests and navigated state agencies on behalf of constituents
- Acted as principal liaison to community, faith and civic organizations in the district, local elected officials, and stakeholder organizations to ensure consistent communication and the highest quality of constituent service
- Planned, staffed, and promoted community events including in-person and virtual town halls
- Represented the Senator at district events and meetings with constituents, community stakeholder groups, and local and state agencies, including attending events in the evenings and on weekends as needed
Campaign Manager
Lashrecse Aird for Senate
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Forged and nurtured collaborative relationships within the district and with external partners.
- Managed campaign budgets, fundraising efforts, and expenditures to ensure financial stability and compliance.
- Hired, trained, and supervised campaign staff and volunteers, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented team environment..
- Determined the allocation of campaign resources, including media advertisements, campaign signs, and volunteer deployment.
- Managed the candidate's public appearances, fundraising events, and interviews to maintain a consistent and positive public image.
Field Organizer
Lashrecse Aird for Senate
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Increased voter engagement by organizing and executing strategic door-to-door canvassing efforts.
- Recruited, trained, and managed groups of volunteers for various campaign activities, including phone banking and canvassing.
- Implemented community outreach and engagement plans to reach vulnerable communities and build relationships with community leaders.
- Coordinated and oversaw community events to raise awareness about the candidate's platform and generate grassroots support.
- Participated in strategy development and planning to grow the organizing program and advance campaign goals.
Session Aide
Delegate Kathy Tran
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Coordinated the Delegate's schedule, including taking meetings with constituents and advocacy groups on their behalf.
- Collaborated with other legislators' offices on bill coordination and tracking.
- Coordinated logistics for special events, such as press releases and town hall meetings.
- Facilitated communication between the Delegate and constituents through various channels, including phone calls, emails, and letters.
- Supported committee meetings by preparing agendas, coordinating with presenters, and ensuring the Delegate was properly prepared.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Blacksburg, Virginia05.2016
Skills
- Social media
- Fundraising
- Staff training and development
- Relationship building
- Interpersonal skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
District Director
Senator Lashrecse Aird
11.2023 - Current
Campaign Manager
Lashrecse Aird for Senate
07.2023 - 11.2023
Field Organizer
Lashrecse Aird for Senate
03.2023 - 06.2023
Session Aide
Delegate Kathy Tran
01.2023 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
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