JASON DANIEL SOPER
Government Affairs Professional
Raleigh,NC
Summary
A proven government affairs professional with a track record of success built on teamwork and long standing relationships with elected and appointed officials at all levels of government. Commands high level knowledge of the legislative and political process that determines the fate of legislative initiatives and legislative policy.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Manager
State Government Affairs, Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
Durham , NC
2020.04 - Current
- Execute the government affairs strategy at the State level to further Blue Cross NC’s mission to provide high quality, affordable healthcare solutions to its members
- Develop and manage a high-level immersion program for members of the North Carolina General Assembly focused on health insurance and the drivers of health and healthcare cost
- Work with our grass tops 501c4 on education and messaging directed for the general public and elected officials on issues surrounding healthcare and the rising cost of healthcare
- Identify ways to expand Blue Cross NC’s market share
- Negotiated the passage of a PBM licensure
- Expanded cross-functional organizational capacity by collaborating across departments on priorities, functions and common goals.
Director
North Carolina Chamber
Raleigh , NC
2017.01 - 2020.03
- Develop and execute a two-year legislative agenda on issues that range from taxes, tort reform, health care, infrastructure and energy
- Organize and lead discussions with NC Chamber policy committees that direct the North Carolina Chamber legislative agenda
- Maintain Chamber relationships with member organizations, aligned association and trade groups, as well as multi industry coalitions to achieve business friendly policies that enhanced North Carolina’s competitiveness
- Present to the North Carolina Chamber’s Board of Directors and Executive Committee on legislative wins and political climate
- Manage the North Carolina Chamber Independent Expenditure which includes, polling, messaging, and electioneering through direct mail, social media, and TV
- Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
Senior Policy Advisor
Speaker Of The House Of Representatives; NCGA
Raleigh , NC
2015.01 - 2017.01
- Crafted tax reform policy that led to a reduction in corporate and personal income tax rates to the lowest levels in the Southeastern US among states that collect corporate and personal income taxes
- Managed and negotiated the passage of the Compete NC Act, a substantial investment in economic development policies and incentives
- Lead the team that saw the passage of crowdfunding, and increased investment in our transportation infrastructure
- Consulted with Appropriation chairs on budget matters related to Transportation, Information Technology
- Negotiated the Limitation of Liability policy enacted by the General Assembly
Director
North Carolina Department of Transportation
2013.01 - 2015.01
- Coordinated the successful passage of Governor McCrory’s Strategic Transportation Investment Act, largest shift in funding of road projects
- Formulate and execute legislative agenda for a $4 billion a year department
- Collaborate with industry partners, in effort to bring one message to the market on transportation issues
- Supervise the life cycle and management of over 300+ pieces of legislation
- Manage a team who oversees constituent services, member request, and central staff request
- Brief Senior Leadership and Governor’s office on legislative matters concerning NCDOT
Office of United States Senator Richard Burr
Raleigh , NC
2009.01 - 2013.01
- Leverage assets that drive military policy that is mission focused both in theater and garrison level
- Consult with Department of Defense officials at the Executive leadership level to maximize impact in North Carolina
- Foster strategic partnership between the University of North Carolina and the Special Operations community which has led to an unprecedented collaboration with the University system
- Business and economic development specialist with a focus on the defense industry and the $26 billion dollar impact it has on North Carolina economy
Community Strategy Liaison
Office of United States Senator Richard Burr
Raleigh , NC
2006.01 - 2013.01
- Perform Market research to ensure the office is delivering targeted solutions
- Produce strategic communication messaging that is representative of the organization’s culture while being customer focused
- Foster collaboration between industry leaders, local and state government with federal government assets
- Manage a team of people to produce industry focused conferences that promotes North Carolina based business to industry leaders and decision makers at all levels of government and private industry
- Consult on business and economic development for eighteen southeastern counties in NC
- Manage logistical effort when the Principle was in southeastern NC
Education
BA - Political Science And Government
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC 2001.01 - 2006.01
Skills
Strategic planning
Timeline
Manager
State Government Affairs, Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
2020.04 - Current
Director
North Carolina Chamber
2017.01 - 2020.03
Senior Policy Advisor
Speaker Of The House Of Representatives; NCGA
2015.01 - 2017.01
Director
North Carolina Department of Transportation
2013.01 - 2015.01
Office of United States Senator Richard Burr
2009.01 - 2013.01
Community Strategy Liaison
Office of United States Senator Richard Burr
2006.01 - 2013.01
BA - Political Science And Government
North Carolina Central University
2001.01 - 2006.01
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