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.
Hi, I’m
Jill Barry
Glastonbury,CT
Summary
Overview
24
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
GW ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS
Account Manager
2014.12 - 2019.01 (4 years & 1 month)
Job overview
- Provided full-service management services to professional associations, including accounting, budgeting, and strategic planning
VERTAFORE, INC.
Corporate Controller
2003.07 - 2005.08 (2 years & 1 month)
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
2002.01 - 2003.05 (1 year & 4 months)
Job overview
- Specialized in municipal and non-profit accounting: auditing, internal control review, financial statement preparation, and tax preparation
SCULLY & WOLF, LLP
CPA Manager
1995.06 - 2002.01 (6 years & 7 months)
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 2017 – Second 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
2014.12 - 2019.01 (4 years & 1 month)
Corporate Controller
VERTAFORE, INC.
2003.07 - 2005.08 (2 years & 1 month)
CPA Manager
KOSTIN, RUFFKESS & COMPANY
2002.01 - 2003.05 (1 year & 4 months)
CPA Manager
SCULLY & WOLF, LLP
1995.06 - 2002.01 (6 years & 7 months)
University of Connecticut
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Accounting
Certified Public Accountant
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