Richard B. Goddard
Statham,United States
Summary
Seasoned government affairs and private sector professional with almost 20 years of experience in Washington, DC, specializing in state and federal government relations. Proven track record in legislative procedures, fundraising initiatives, and securing federal appropriations. Demonstrates a strong ability to navigate complex political landscapes and drive impactful policy outcomes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
President & CEO
Southern Brewing Company
05.2015 - Current
- Develop and implement long-term strategies to drive growth, profitability, and market expansion
- Lead the company’s overall vision, mission, and corporate culture
- Ensure efficient brewery operations, from production to distribution
- Oversee supply chain management, inventory, and quality control
- Monitor financial performance, including revenue, expenses, and profit margins and ensure payroll is made bi-monthly
- Create and manage budgets to allocate resources effectively and set financial goals and ensure profitability
- Develop strategies to grow the brewery’s market share and keep up with market trends and consumer preferences
- Manage senior leadership and departmental heads, such as the VP of Sales, Operations, or Marketing
- Ensure that the brewery complies with local, state, and federal regulations related to alcohol production, labeling, and distribution
- Oversee the company’s licensing, permits, and legal requirements
- Represent the company on the Board of the Beer Institute, the National Trade Association for Brewers
Chief of Staff
Congressman Mark E. Amodei
Washington, DC
10.2011 - 05.2015
- Directly supervise 18 full-time Congressional employees in 3 offices and 4 full-time campaign staff
- Oversee annual budget of $1.4 million
- Develop and implement all policy objectives, strategies, and operating plan for the Member's office
- Work closely with the member to define and prioritize their legislative agenda
- Coordinate with other legislative offices, Appropriation and Natural Resources committees, and government agencies to advance the member’s priorities
- Provide strategic advice on policy matters and political decisions
- Oversee communication strategies, including managing the member’s public image and media relations
- Oversee the member’s schedule, ensuring they meet key deadlines, attend committee meetings, vote on legislation, and have time for public appearances
- Assist with campaign strategy and fundraising efforts, including coordinating with campaign staff and managing outreach
- Ensure compliance with congressional rules, ethics guidelines, and federal regulations
- Trusted confidant, helping the member navigate complex political or personal challenges
Director, Federal Government Affairs
Beer Institute
Washington, DC
07.2004 - 09.2011
- Company Overview: As the industry's sole voice in Washington, the Beer Institute is responsible for setting and implementing the legislative agenda for 93% of the entire brewing industry before congress, state legislatures and public forums across the country
- Brewers, importers and industry suppliers operate not only in a competitive marketplace but also in a complex public policy environment
- Responsible for conveying the brewing industry's message to both Republican and Democratic lawmakers, legislative committees and their staffs
- Directly responsible for the Beer Institute's political presence on Capitol Hill both House of Representatives and Senate
- Develop and implement all lobbying initiatives with emphasis on tax, regulatory, and transportation issues
- Monitor state excise tax laws and other alcohol related legislation
- As the industry's sole voice in Washington, the Beer Institute is responsible for setting and implementing the legislative agenda for 93% of the entire brewing industry before congress, state legislatures and public forums across the country
Senior Legislative Assistant
United States Senator Saxby Chambliss
Washington, DC
11.2002 - 07.2004
- Responsible for the Senator's Appropriations requests and priorities for the State of Georgia
- Assisted Senator in drafting and introducing legislation
- Liaison for elected officials and all Chamber of Commerce from Georgia regarding their priorities
- Facilitated federal grant requests
Legislative Assistant
Congressman Saxby Chambliss
Washington, DC
01.2001 - 11.2002
- Directly responsible for advancing Congressman's priorities related to his assignment on the House Armed Services Committee
- Managed appropriations requests
- Advised the Congressman on all House Floor votes and proceedings
- Interpreted and Counseled Congressman on legislation regarding technology, crime, gun control, taxes, commerce, and judiciary issues
- Assisted member in drafting, analyzing, and introducing legislation
Legislative Assistant
Congressman Robin C. Hayes
Washington, DC
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Advised Congressman from North Carolina on legislation regarding defense, veterans, technology, crime, gun control, and judiciary issues
- Assisted member in drafting and introducing legislation
- Created and implemented direct mail plan
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science with a pre-law minor
UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA
Tucson, Arizona, United States12.1998
Skills
- State, US & Global Relations
- Government Affairs & Advocacy
- Thought Leadership
- Project & Coalition Leadership
- Grassroots Lobbying
- PAC Development & Strategy
- Budget Planning
- Media Strategy
Political Experience
- Directly involved on eight campaigns for federal office, including two Presidential campaigns. Consulted Team Nevada for Presidential Candidate Mitt Romney, Led a team of fifteen volunteers in coordination with the Republican National Committee to the battleground state of Ohio for the 2004 Bush re-election campaign and consulted for Chambliss for Senate, Hayes for Congress, Chocola for Congress, Hayworth for Congress and Amodei for Congress.
Timeline
President & CEO
Southern Brewing Company
05.2015 - Current
Chief of Staff
Congressman Mark E. Amodei
10.2011 - 05.2015
Director, Federal Government Affairs
Beer Institute
07.2004 - 09.2011
Senior Legislative Assistant
United States Senator Saxby Chambliss
11.2002 - 07.2004
Legislative Assistant
Congressman Saxby Chambliss
01.2001 - 11.2002
Legislative Assistant
Congressman Robin C. Hayes
01.1999 - 01.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science with a pre-law minor
UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA
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