Mitchell Rutledge
Summary
Dynamic public affairs professional with a proven track record at Qomon, securing 25 strategic partnerships and enhancing stakeholder engagement by 60%. Skilled in policy writing and strategic communication, I leverage data-driven insights to influence advocacy initiatives and foster impactful collaborations across EU, UK, and US regulatory landscapes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
PUBLIC AFFAIRS & PARTNERSHIPS MANAGER
QOMON
Paris, France
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Secured 25 strategic partnerships by leveraging EU, UK, and US regulatory trends and stakeholder priorities to position Qomon as a key civic-tech player.
- Developed multiple strategic communication campaigns by analyzing EU, UK, and US policy, electoral trends, and media narratives, increasing stakeholder engagement and visibility by 60%.
- Monitored EU and UK digital regulations and electoral trends to shape strategic advocacy and stakeholder engagement.
- Represented Qomon at 5 high-profile policy events, engaging with 50+ policymakers, regulatory experts, and industry leaders.
COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT
THE EUROPEAN INSTITUTE, COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY
New York, United States
09.2022 - 01.2024
- Organized policy discussions featuring EU and UK politicians and academics on the environmental transition, youth voter outreach, and EU-UK relations.
- Authored 4 online articles on EU and UK law and politics for the European Institute's website.
- Prepared press releases for high-profile events sponsored by the European Institute.
- Updated and structured EU and UK law and policy syllabi for courses sponsored by the European Institute.
LEGISLATIVE & COMMUNICATIONS FELLOW
UNITED STATES SENATE
Chicago, United States
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Drafted policy briefs on online privacy and cloud computing, analyzing implications on digital rights.
- Drafted 5 press statements for the Senator on key policy issues, including Biden's Infrastructure Bill and her visit to an electric school bus factory.
- Managed event logistics, press coordination, and messaging for 3 high-profile Senatorial engagements and secured media presence.
- Led the creation of press materials, including fact sheets on Monkeypox distributed by the Senator's team to media outlets and social platforms.
RESEARCH CONSULTANT
THE SALVATION ARMY WORLD SERVICE OFFICE
Alexandria, United States
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Developed 1 data-driven public relations framework that informed anti-human trafficking advocacy, integrating qualitative research and media analytics.
- Produced 2 policy reports on refugee aid and anti-human trafficking in Southern Europe, influencing stakeholder engagement and advocacy initiatives.
- Supported the Assistant National Secretary conduct an international partnership review with its European partner offices and projects.
Education
MA - EUROPEAN HISTORY, POLITICS, AND SOCIETY
Columbia University
New York, United States05.2024
BA - HISTORY, LAW, AND SOCIETY
The American University of Paris
Paris, France05.2022
Skills
- Eur-LEX
- OEIL
- LexisNexis
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Meltwater
- Quorum
- R
- Policy writing
- Strategic communication
- Project management
- Stakeholder engagement
Personal Information
Nationality: American
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Timeline
PUBLIC AFFAIRS & PARTNERSHIPS MANAGER
QOMON
01.2024 - 01.2025
COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT
THE EUROPEAN INSTITUTE, COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY
09.2022 - 01.2024
LEGISLATIVE & COMMUNICATIONS FELLOW
UNITED STATES SENATE
05.2022 - 09.2022
RESEARCH CONSULTANT
THE SALVATION ARMY WORLD SERVICE OFFICE
05.2021 - 09.2021
MA - EUROPEAN HISTORY, POLITICS, AND SOCIETY
Columbia University
BA - HISTORY, LAW, AND SOCIETY
The American University of Paris
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