Jae Regan
Lafayette,LA
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record in relationship building and decision-making, who is always willing to try new ideas and strategies to achieve goals. Focuses on LGBTQ+ education, community safety, and organization building. Achieved significant advancements in community engagement and organizational growth across various roles.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Advisor
Young Democrats of Louisiana
10.2024 - Current
- Advises the Executive Board and at-large membership on recruitment and campaigning strategies.
- Builds relationships between the YDL and DPECs across the state as well as the state party.
Third District Representative
Louisiana Democratic Executive Committee
06.2024 - Current
- Serves as a liaison between the Executive Committee and DSCC and DPEC members in Louisiana's Third Congressional District.
- Supports Congressional and statewide candidates in Louisiana.
- Votes on administrative decisions, including budgeting, hiring of staff, and campaigning strategies.
Advisory Board Member
SWLA LGBTQ+ Archive
04.2024 - Current
- Works with UL Lafayette faculty, students, and community organizations to preserve LGBTQ+ history across Southwest Louisiana.
- Assists in providing safe spaces to LGBTQ+ students on campus and in providing them with educational tools.
- Educates non-LGBTQ+ students and faculty on the needs of the community and how they can be stronger allies.
- Partners with LGBTQ+ student organizations such as GLASS to build connections with local advocacy groups such as PFLAG and Lafayette Citizens Against Censorship.
Chair and At-large Member
Lafayette Democratic Parish Executive Committee
04.2024 - Current
- Represents Democratic voters across Lafayette Parish and provides all voters with educational resources that properly represent the DPEC's values.
- Demonstrated an eagerness and ability to do take on this role before being elected, including organizing a multi-candidate townhall and providing fresh ideas.
- Focuses the relationship between the Democratic Party and Lafayette Parish voters and encouraging statewide communication among DPECS.
- Acts as the custodian of DPEC records and maintains them according to Louisiana state statute guidelines.
- Leads the DPEC in decision making, including disbursements of funds, campaigning strategies, and outreach programs.
- Builds relationships with other organization, including other DPECs, the Louisiana Democratic Party, the Young Democrats of Louisiana, and student organizations at UL Lafayette.
Food Service Assistant
Costco
08.2021 - Current
- Upholds the Costco Mission Statement, Code of Ethics, and Rights of Merchandising on a day-to-day basis.
- Displays strong communication skills when interacting with members, vendors, and other departments.
- Adheres to Costco policy and state/federal guidelines in terms of cleanliness and food safety.
- Leads team on a regular basis, frequently stepping into manager's shoes when she is away.
- Consistently seeks new opportunities, including cross-training in the Deli, Meat, and Front end departments, as well as participating in Supervisor in Training programs.
- Seeks out volunteer opportunities through work, including the Costco Reading Buddies program.
Service Industry
Various
05.2018 - 05.2024
- Served as a determined worker at multiple business, holding many positions, such as server, cashier, and line cook.
- Displayed leadership skills in my roles, seeking greater levels of responsibility in my job.
- Sought to learn as much as possible, picking up many skills and learning at a fast pace.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
Louisiana State University - Alexandria
Alexandria06-2024
Associate of Arts - General Studies
South Louisiana Community College
Lafayette, LA12-2023
Skills
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Group facilitation
Timeline
Junior Advisor
Young Democrats of Louisiana
10.2024 - Current
Third District Representative
Louisiana Democratic Executive Committee
06.2024 - Current
Advisory Board Member
SWLA LGBTQ+ Archive
04.2024 - Current
Chair and At-large Member
Lafayette Democratic Parish Executive Committee
04.2024 - Current
Food Service Assistant
Costco
08.2021 - Current
Service Industry
Various
05.2018 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
Louisiana State University - Alexandria
Associate of Arts - General Studies
South Louisiana Community College
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