SARA LYNN GEIGER
Cave Springs,AR
Summary
Experienced government affairs professional with a proven track record of delivering effective legislative agendas and cultivating essential political relationships. Driven individual skilled in developing strategy to achieve desired outcomes through collaboration with diverse stakeholders. Committed to facilitating positive change and making a lasting impact in the realm of government affairs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President of Government Affairs
Rogers Lowell Chamber
09.2022 - Current
- Develop new programs and revive previously established events for businesses and students to interface with government officials
- Build relationships between the business community in Northwest Arkansas and government offices
- Organize monthly meetings for the 3rd Congressional District Caucus of state legislators on vital topics for the Northwest Arkansas region
- Formulate legislative priorities for the Northwest Arkansas chambers to utilize when communicating to various stakeholders
- Collaborate with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals
- Demonstrate proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams for successful programs
Legislative Aide to the Chair of the Florida House Ways & Means Committee
Florida House of Representatives (Office of Representative Bobby Payne)
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Research, organize, and manage legislative priorities for the Representative
- Organize schedules and manage the Tallahassee and district offices
- Legislative liaison and communicator on behalf of the Representative to various entities including other government officials, state agencies, constituents, lobbyist, and state staff
- Manage correspondence and organize legislative ask pertaining to tax policy and the Ways & Means Committee on behalf of the Chair
- Conduct policy briefings for legislators before key votes or meetings, ensuring comprehensive understanding of complex subjects
- Streamline office procedures by implementing new filing systems and organizing digital archives for easy access to information
Legislative Aide to the Chair of the Florida House Education Committee
Florida House of Representatives (Office of Representative Jennifer Sullivan)
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Research, organize, and manage legislative priorities for the Representative
- Organize schedules and manage the Tallahassee and district offices
- Legislative liaison and communicator on behalf of the Representative to various entities including other government officials, state agencies, constituents, lobbyist, and state staff
- Manage correspondence and organize legislative ask pertaining to the Education Committee on behalf of the Chairwoman
- Prepare briefing materials for committee hearings, enabling informed decision-making by elected officials
- Maintain accurate records of legislative correspondence, helping track progress on various initiatives and projects
Executive Navigator to the President
Student Leadership University (SLU)
05.2017 - 08.2018
- Organize travel, daily schedule, speaking schedule, and DC relations schedule
- Maintain filing systems and emails to ensure orderly and effective communication
- Plan/Provide support to various events and task needed by the President as well as for SLU as a whole
- Establish long-term client relationships through consistent delivery of high-quality communication
- Optimize operational efficiency by redesigning processes, systems, and workspaces for increased productivity
Legislative Liaison/ Coordinator
Florida House of Representatives - Florida Anti-Human Trafficking Advocacy Day
02.2017 - 04.2017
- Organizer/point of contact within the Florida Capitol for Anti-Human Trafficking Advocacy Day
- Coordinator between organizing sponsors and the Florida Capitol
- Legislative liaison for Representative participating in Advocacy Day
- Spearhead grassroots advocacy efforts that mobilized community members in support of important legislative priorities
Student Intern
Orange County Government (Board of County Commissioners)
09.2015 - 04.2016
- Provided Assistance and Set Up Meetings with Community Leaders and the Board of County Commissioners
- Researched Various Topics and Created Presentations for the Board
- Designed and Implemented Program for Signage on Human Trafficking
- Assisted in establishing Baby Court within Orange County
- Enhanced internship experience by actively participating in team meetings and contributing valuable ideas.
- Developed time-management skills through balancing multiple assignments while consistently meeting deadlines during the internship period.
Education
Master of Public Administration -
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Pre-Law Track
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies, Minor in Sociology
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05-2017
David Boone Human Trafficking Studies Scholar -
Office of The Special Assistant To The President For Global Perspectives
Orlando, FL05.2017
UCF Legislative Scholar -
Florida House of Representatives
Tallahassee, FL04.2017
Skills
- Analytical Reasoning
- Coaching and mentoring
- Performance monitoring
- Relationship building
- Complex Problem-solving
- Process improvement
- Policy development
Timeline
Vice President of Government Affairs
Rogers Lowell Chamber
09.2022 - Current
Legislative Aide to the Chair of the Florida House Ways & Means Committee
Florida House of Representatives (Office of Representative Bobby Payne)
08.2020 - 08.2022
Legislative Aide to the Chair of the Florida House Education Committee
Florida House of Representatives (Office of Representative Jennifer Sullivan)
08.2018 - 08.2020
Executive Navigator to the President
Student Leadership University (SLU)
05.2017 - 08.2018
Legislative Liaison/ Coordinator
Florida House of Representatives - Florida Anti-Human Trafficking Advocacy Day
02.2017 - 04.2017
Student Intern
Orange County Government (Board of County Commissioners)
09.2015 - 04.2016
UCF Legislative Scholar -
Florida House of Representatives
Master of Public Administration -
Florida State University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Pre-Law Track
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies, Minor in Sociology
University of Central Florida
David Boone Human Trafficking Studies Scholar -
Office of The Special Assistant To The President For Global Perspectives
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