Frank Luna
Bradley Beach
Summary
Consulting professional with strong track record of delivering results in stressful environments. Adept at working with teams of any size towards a common goal, with an eye for fostering collaboration and evolving project needs. Brings expertise in client and customer relations, problem-solving, and decision-making ability in imperfect conditions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO
Upstage Strategies, LLC
01.2014 - Current
- As the CEO of my SBA-certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (from injuries sustained during military training), I have curated hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of public and private events for professional athletes, various brands, public figures, and charity organizations.
Regional External Affairs Consultant
Jersey Central Power & Light
05.2019 - 04.2025
- In this position I served as a liaison for 35 municipalities in Monmouth County to one of the largest utility companies in New Jersey. I worked with officials at all levels of State, County, and Local government to ensure the utility's responsiveness to the needs of each municipality.
Infantryman
New Jersey Army National Guard
05.2019 - 05.2022
- Working with a diverse group of individuals under difficult conditions, the infantry is the main ground force in combat.
District Chief of Staff
Office of Congressman Tom MacArthur
11.2014 - 01.2019
- Key tasks have included working on legislative initiatives to support President Trump's agenda, presenting to community groups on behalf of a Member of Congress, managing a staff of 9 and an annual budget of about $1 million.
Campaign Manager
Tom MacArthur for Congress
01.2014 - 11.2014
- Managed a successful Primary and General Election campaign for Congress, which included a staff of 10 and a budget of $5 million.
Deputy Political Director
New Jersey Republican State Committee
01.2012 - 05.2013
- Managed a staff of Regional Political Directors focusing on team building, constituency outreach, completing tasks in a timely fashion, and working with elected officials towards a common goal.
Director, Constituency Outreach
Office of Governor Christie
11.2010 - 01.2012
- Managed a diverse staff that worked with different constituencies and community organizations throughout the State on behalf of Governor Chris Christie.
Jon Runyan for Congress
09.2010 - 11.2010
- Assisted with online communications and advocacy for Jon Runyan’s successful campaign.
Regional Director
Office of Governor Christie
01.2010 - 09.2010
- Responsible for communicating with elected officials on local issues, constituency organizations, and representing Governor Christie in six counties in northeast New Jersey.
Subcommittee Liaison
Transition of Governor-Elect Christie
11.2009 - 01.2010
- Staff liaison for two subcommittees that included issues related to Transportation and Gaming, Sports, and Entertainment in New Jersey.
Regional Political Director
Chris Christie for Governor
07.2009 - 11.2009
- Oversaw campaign operations in four northeast counties in New Jersey.
Education
B.A. - Political Science
The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey
Pomona, New Jersey05.2005
Skills
- Real-time flexibility and decision-making ability
- Comfortability operating in stressful conditions
- Team leadership & development
- Developing client and customer relationships
Timeline
Regional External Affairs Consultant
Jersey Central Power & Light
05.2019 - 04.2025
Infantryman
New Jersey Army National Guard
05.2019 - 05.2022
District Chief of Staff
Office of Congressman Tom MacArthur
11.2014 - 01.2019
CEO
Upstage Strategies, LLC
01.2014 - Current
Campaign Manager
Tom MacArthur for Congress
01.2014 - 11.2014
Deputy Political Director
New Jersey Republican State Committee
01.2012 - 05.2013
Director, Constituency Outreach
Office of Governor Christie
11.2010 - 01.2012
Jon Runyan for Congress
09.2010 - 11.2010
Regional Director
Office of Governor Christie
01.2010 - 09.2010
Subcommittee Liaison
Transition of Governor-Elect Christie
11.2009 - 01.2010
Regional Political Director
Chris Christie for Governor
07.2009 - 11.2009
B.A. - Political Science
The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey
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