JENNIFER WICKMAN
Madison,WI
Summary
Accomplished leader with extensive experience in government affairs and regulatory compliance. Expert in lobbying and advocacy, with a proven track record of securing key legislative victories. Skilled in cross-functional management and effective negotiation, driving organizational success and fostering strategic partnerships.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Director Government Affairs
Cooperative Network
Madison, WI
04.2019 - Current
- Liaise with cooperative members to communicate updates on laws and regulations.
- Host meetings featuring speakers from regulatory bodies and financial institutions.
- Respond to member inquiries ranging from H2A worker permits to pesticide applicator license exams.
- Lobby on issues including nitrogen optimization programs and Wisconsin’s Personal Property Tax.
- Organize Co-op Day at the Capitol, coordinating 60+ representatives' meetings with state legislators.
- Serve as appointed member of DATCP Agricultural Chemical Cleanup Program; DATCP Agricultural Producer Security Council; UW Center for Cooperatives Advisory Committee
Program Assistant Advanced Confidential
University of Wisconsin System
Madison, WI
01.2018 - 03.2019
- Staffed UW System Federal Relations Council. Helped organize strategic planning sessions of 30 University Chancellors, Deans, Provosts and Professors to create UW System lobbying priorities for U.S. Congressional Session.
- Supported ongoing efforts to build partnerships with Wisconsin’s congressional delegation and federal agencies. Helped formulate and communicate federal priorities, monitor and analyze federal legislation, and support campus and student federal relations activities.
- Helped organize annual Research in the Rotunda event, including securing and staffing keynote speaker.
Executive Director
JDRF Western Wisconsin Chapter
Madison, WI
01.2017 - 11.2017
- Successfully led and directed a staff and dedicated volunteers to achieve $1million annual revenue goal.
- Built and maintained programs (Walk, Gala & Ride) with key focus on strategic activities that promoted board and volunteer development and engagement.
- Passionately pursued JDRF mission to accelerate life-changing breakthroughs to cure, treat and prevent type 1 diabetes and its complications.
Executive Director the WPMCA Foundation, Inc
Wisconsin Petroleum Marketers & Convenience Store Association
Madison, WI
01.2005 - 01.2017
- Created 501(c)(3) charitable foundation with Association Past Presidents. Wrote all founding documents and obtained IRS authorization.
- Implemented scholarship program which now annually awards two $4000 scholarships.
- Raised scholarship funds via annual golf outing, annual silent auction and planned giving gifts
Vice President of Legal & Public Affairs
Wisconsin Petroleum Marketers & Convenience Store Association
Madison, WI
01.1995 - 01.2017
- Managed all regulatory efforts. Liaised with Wisconsin state regulatory agencies and federal agencies, such as the EPA and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
- Secured multiple Emergency Orders for energy emergencies, such as floods and blizzards.
- Managed ongoing lobbying efforts by association Director of Government Affairs and outside lobbyists and attorneys.
- Responsible for association lobbying regarding ATCP 92 Weights & Measures, ATCP 105 Sales Below Cost, ATCP 106 Price Gouging, ATCP 113 Gasoline Advertising, NR 700 – NR 754 rules including soil standards, Brownfields, and the Petroleum Environmental Cleanup Fund (PECFA).
Director of Government Affairs
Wisconsin Automobile & Truck Dealers Association
Madison, WI
10.1991 - 12.1994
- Successfully lobbied for 850 dealer members via trade association with $2million annual budget.
- Tracked and analyzed regulatory and legislative developments.
- Staffed association CEO who served on the Department of Natural Resource’s Clean Air Act Task Force.
- Wrote educational documents for members, such as “A Dealer’s Guide to Environmental Laws”. Presented educational seminars to members regarding laws affecting the industry.
- Prepared persuasive written and oral testimony.
Education
Juris Doctorate -
University of Wisconsin Law School
Madison01.1991
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Wisconsin
Madison01.1988
Certificate of Environmental Studies -
University of Wisconsin
Madison01.1988
Skills
- Cross-functional management
- Organizational leadership
- Regulatory compliance
- Lobbying and advocacy
- Issue resolution
- Personnel supervision
- Program development
- Effective negotiation skills
Timeline
Director Government Affairs
Cooperative Network
04.2019 - Current
Program Assistant Advanced Confidential
University of Wisconsin System
01.2018 - 03.2019
Executive Director
JDRF Western Wisconsin Chapter
01.2017 - 11.2017
Executive Director the WPMCA Foundation, Inc
Wisconsin Petroleum Marketers & Convenience Store Association
01.2005 - 01.2017
Vice President of Legal & Public Affairs
Wisconsin Petroleum Marketers & Convenience Store Association
01.1995 - 01.2017
Director of Government Affairs
Wisconsin Automobile & Truck Dealers Association
10.1991 - 12.1994
Juris Doctorate -
University of Wisconsin Law School
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Wisconsin
Certificate of Environmental Studies -
University of Wisconsin