Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Political Experience
Certification
Affiliations
Timeline
Hi, I’m

Jill Barry

Glastonbury,CT

Summary

Service-minded State Representative with 6 years representing constituents, small businesses and local law enforcement. Supported base by enacting legislation to achieve political goals. Attended official functions and built rapport with other lawmakers, and other stakeholders to achieve common goals.

Overview

24
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

GW ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS

Account Manager
12.2014 - 01.2019

Job overview

  • Provided full-service management services to professional associations, including accounting, budgeting, and strategic planning

VERTAFORE, INC.

Corporate Controller
07.2003 - 08.2005

Job overview

  • Managed all corporate accounting and finance functions under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, including Financial Analysis, Accounts Payable and Payroll

KOSTIN, RUFFKESS & COMPANY

CPA Manager
01.2002 - 05.2003

Job overview

  • Specialized in municipal and non-profit accounting: auditing, internal control review, financial statement preparation, and tax preparation

SCULLY & WOLF, LLP

CPA Manager
06.1995 - 01.2002

Job overview

  • Specialized in municipal and non-profit accounting: auditing, internal control review, financial statement preparation, and tax preparation

Education

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Accounting
05.1995

University Overview

Skills

  • Policy Analysis
  • Coalition Building
  • Research Abilities
  • Government Relations
  • Public Policy Knowledge
  • Government Policies
  • Policy Review
  • Legislation Drafting
  • Issues Strategy
  • Social Media Proficiency

Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • 2019 Legislator of the Year – Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
  • 2019 Legislator of the Year – Connecticut Police Chiefs Association
  • 2020 Luminary Award Recipient – CT River Valley Chamber of Commerce
  • 2021 Legislative Champion - CT Conference of Municipalities
  • 2021 Legislator of the Year - Connecticut Police Chiefs Association
  • 2021, 2023 Distinction – CBIA 100% Legislative Scorecard
  • 2024 Legislative Champion – CT Apartment Association

Political Experience

Political Experience

CONNECTICUT GENERAL ASSEMBLY January 2019 - Present

Elected Official, State Representative, District 31 (Glastonbury)

  • Vice Chair of the Education Committee (2019-2022)
  • Vice Chair – Insurance and Real Estate Committee (2023-present)
  • Member - Finance, Revenue and Bonding Committee
  • Member – Public Safety Committee


  • Increased civic engagement by hosting town hall meetings and listening sessions.
  • Delivered speeches advocating for important issues both within the legislature and at public events.
  • Assisted in drafting bills to address constituent concerns and promote positive change in the community.


GLASTONBURY TOWN COUNCIL November 2011 – January 2019

Elected Official, Glastonbury CT

November 2017Second Highest Vote Getter, Appointed Vice Chair

Certification

Certified Public Accountant

Affiliations

Affiliations
  • CFO – Connecticut River Book Auctions
  • Member – Glastonbury Community Action Partnership

Timeline

Account Manager
GW ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS
12.2014 - 01.2019
Corporate Controller
VERTAFORE, INC.
07.2003 - 08.2005
CPA Manager
KOSTIN, RUFFKESS & COMPANY
01.2002 - 05.2003
CPA Manager
SCULLY & WOLF, LLP
06.1995 - 01.2002
University of Connecticut
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Accounting

Certified Public Accountant

Jill Barry