Political strategist and fundraising professional with extensive experience in political campaigns, nonprofit fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and organizational leadership. Proven track record in raising millions for campaigns and community initiatives, building winning teams under pressure, and leading unique political operations at local, state, and national levels. Skilled in budget management, compliance, grassroots organizing, and digital fundraising tools.
- Helped hit fundraising goal within two weeks of joining the campaign.
- Built relationships with local and national stakeholders to expand campaign reach.
- Managed backend campaign infrastructure, including WinRed and Constant Contact platforms.
- Raised over $3 million to support community events and philanthropic initiatives.
- Earned promotion to leadership role within first year due to high performance.
- Expanded fundraising territory by 103% year-over-year.
- Took over campaign operations mid-cycle and successfully built a new team.
- Led the campaign’s state convention operations.
- Managed a $900,000 campaign budget with strict compliance oversight.
- Created relationships with grassroots activists, local officials, and key stakeholders.
- Directed all campaign events and compliance processes.
- Managed political operations for the state GOP.
- Integrated efforts of the Maine House GOP, State Senate, and State Party into a unified recruitment operation for the first time.
- Recruited 110 candidates for offices ranging from local to federal levels.
- Achieved zero open State House or Senate seats heading into the election cycle.
- Co-managed the Maine GOP State Convention.
- Assisted with statewide political operations and strategy.
- Successfully rebuilt 20 local GOP chapters across Maine.
- Independently raised funds to cover salary, demonstrating strong fundraising initiative.
- Led the first robust state party intern program.
- Fundraising & Donor Relations
- Campaign Management & Strategy
- Budgeting & Compliance Oversight
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Grassroots Organizing
- Event Planning & Advance Operations
- Digital Fundraising Tools (WinRed, Constant Contact)
- Team Leadership & Development
- Public Relations & Communications