Kelly Mallette
Biscayne Park
Summary
Results-driven government affairs specialist with extensive experience in strategic planning, government relations, lobbying and advocacy. Decades of experience in Florida politics with numerous achievements on behalf of a wide range of clients, many of which operate in highly visible, scrutinized and highly regulated industries. Widely respected among peers and bipartisan cross-section of Florida leadership at all levels.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Operating Officer
Ronald L. Book, P.A.
11.2002 - Current
- Managed operations of highly successful, well-established law firm specializing in government affairs.
- Managed lobbying practice including analysis of issues, development of strategy, and execution of plans before state legislature, executive branch and local governments.
- Oversaw political fundraising operations, advising clients on campaign finance strategy, fundraising management, and regulatory compliance.
- Provided legislative, government relations, strategic planning and public relations services, including direct legislative lobbying, legislative drafting services, legislative research, analysis and monitoring, report preparation, legislative committee testimony, and other services for the firm’s clients.
- Built broad-based coalitions of support for key issues.
- Acted as client spokesperson before the Legislature.
- Served as liaison between clients and legislators, cabinet members, and state agencies.
- Provided various public relations services for the firm’s clients, including media relations and strategy, community outreach and development and implementation of charitable and fundraising plans.
- Developed relationships between clients and stakeholders, including community organizations and public interest groups.
Senior Legislative Aide
Office of Senator Ronald A. Silver
10.1999 - 10.2002
- Supported Senator in developing annual legislative agenda, focusing on key legislation and budget initiatives.
- Formulated, prepared, reviewed and analyzed legislation and budget requests.
- Leveraged knowledge of Senate rules and procedures to advance Senator’s agenda through presentations to legislative committees and collaboration with Senate and House members, Cabinet officials, executive staff, and lobbyists.
- Acquired and applied knowledge of current issues, Florida laws, legislative processes, and budget processes.
- Crafted briefing papers, speeches, press releases, advertisements, position papers, newsletters, and press packets to inform stakeholders and promote legislative priorities.
- Managed legislative staff operations to ensure efficient workflow.
- Directed efforts of Ronald A. Silver Charitable Foundation; duties included fundraising and organization of annual fundraising gala.
Senior Policy Advisor
Office of Mayor Joe Carollo
07.1997 - 09.1999
- Advised on all policy matters.
- Researched and prepared Mayor Carollo for all city commission meetings.
- Drafted and reviewed legislation.
- Acted as formal press secretary including direct contact with members of the press, both print and broadcast.
- Wrote and issued formal press releases, and coordinated media conferences.
- Acted as liaison between the Mayor’s office and the city administration as well as other local, state, national, and international agencies.
- Prepared speeches for mayoral presentations including annual state-of-the-city address and budget address.
- Organized large-scale special events including the annual state-of-the-city address.
- Advised on matters of protocol including meetings with various heads of state of international governments.
- Delivered speeches and proclamations on behalf of the mayor, and represented him at various political and community events.
Associate Political Consultant
Robert Levy & Associates
09.1995 - 06.1997
- Consulted for political candidates in local and state races, developing campaign strategies, securing fundraising, and enhancing community outreach efforts.
- Developed campaign messages and literature through opposition research, candidate profiling, and targeted voter engagement.
- Organized candidate community meetings, fundraising events and “Get Out the Vote” strategy.
- Advised on media relations, focusing on effective media purchasing and strategic placement.
Skills
- Operations oversight
- Strategic planning
- Relationship management
- Detail-oriented
- Verbal communications
- Written communications
Awards and Honors
- Republican of the Year, Miami-Dade County, 2015
- Advocate of the Year, Our Kids of Miami-Dade/Monroe, 2010
- Certificate of Appreciation for Outstanding Service, City of Miami Beach, For work on fire safety legislation
- Salute for Outstanding Service, City of Miami
- Leadership Miami Alumnus, Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce, 1998
Notable Service and Appointments
- Member, Florida Board of Dentistry, Appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis (pending Senate confirmation)
- Delegate, Republican National Convention, 2012, 2016, 2020, 2024
- Host Committee, Governor Ron DeSantis 2018 Inaugural Events
- Commissioner, Village of Biscayne Park, 12/01/05, 12/01/09
- Board Member, Safe Neighborhood Parks Bonds Committee, Appointed by Miami-Dade County Commissioner Sally Heyman (board no longer active)
- Finance Chair, Republican Party of Miami-Dade County (2016 - 2022)
Timeline
Chief Operating Officer
Ronald L. Book, P.A.
11.2002 - Current
Senior Legislative Aide
Office of Senator Ronald A. Silver
10.1999 - 10.2002
Senior Policy Advisor
Office of Mayor Joe Carollo
07.1997 - 09.1999
Associate Political Consultant
Robert Levy & Associates
09.1995 - 06.1997