Seth Cogbill
Glen Allen,VA
Summary
Political analyst with skills in market research, team management, and campaign strategies. Experience in leading various political campaigns as a representative of various candidates. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Political Director
Congressman Rob Wittman
Henrico, VA
02.2024 - Current
- Managed the recruitment of volunteers for grassroots campaigns.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive political plans to build relationships with elected officials, candidates, and party organizations.
- Coordinated campaign activities such as canvassing, phone banking, door knocking, mailings, rallies and events.
- Assisted in the development of field operations plans for targeted county precincts.
- Organized and facilitated fundraisers and other related events to support candidate's campaigns.
Legislative Assistant
Senator Mark Obenshin
Richmond, VA
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Provided administrative support to the office of a member of the Virginia General Assembly.
- Researched, analyzed and summarized legislation for review by the Member.
- Organized meetings with constituents and lobbyist groups on behalf of the Member.
- Conducted background research on proposed bills before they were presented in committee or voted upon in session.
- Drafted letters, emails, memoranda, and other communications on behalf of the Member.
Campaign Intern (promoted to Field Director)
Siobhan Dunnavant for Senate
Henrico, VA
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Recruited, trained and managed a team of interns for door-to-door outreach activities.
- Organized phone banking sessions and other grassroots events such as fundraisers and rallies.
- Generated weekly reports summarizing field operations activities for senior management review.
- Traveled extensively within district area to meet with local groups or attend events as needed.
- Adjusted plans and strategies for the campaign when needed.
Sales Associate
Sheetz
Ashland, VA
02.2021 - 05.2023
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Conducted inventories on a regular basis to track stock levels.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
ESports Commentator
Randolph-Macon College
Ashland, VA
12.2019 - 03.2020
- Provided live commentary for various sporting events.
- Analyzed game strategies to enhance the broadcast experience.
- Collaborated with production staff to ensure a smooth broadcast flow.
- Gathered relevant statistics from past games to provide context during broadcast.
- Reviewed video footage of games to determine key moments for replays.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Randolph-Macon College
Ashland, VA05.2023
Center for the Humanities
Hermitage High School
Henrico, VASkills
- Experience Training Volunteers
- Press Release Writing
- Attention to Detail
- Public Speaking Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Social Media Promotion
- Work Prioritization
- Strong Work Ethic
- Government Relations
- Campaign Management
- Media Relations
- Press releases
References
Ken Fuellbier
- Campaign Manager, Siobhan Dunnavant for Senate
- 4191 Innslake Dr, Glen Allen, VA 23060
- (631) 291-2944
- ken@dunnavantdelivers.com
Richard Meagher, Ph.D.
- Associate Professor of Political Science
- 204 Henry Street, Ashland, VA, 23005
- (804) 752-7232
- richardmeagher@rmc.edu
Adam Pulver
- Director, R-MC LUXE Show Choir
- 204 Henry Street, Ashland, VA, 23005
- (804) 980-1201
- adampulver@rmc.edu
Susan Lacks
- Store Manager, Sheetz Store #286
- 10036 Sliding Hill Road, Ashland, VA, 23005
- (804) 550-7326
- slacks@sheetz.com
Timeline
Political Director
Congressman Rob Wittman
02.2024 - Current
Legislative Assistant
Senator Mark Obenshin
12.2023 - 03.2024
Campaign Intern (promoted to Field Director)
Siobhan Dunnavant for Senate
03.2023 - 11.2023
Sales Associate
Sheetz
02.2021 - 05.2023
ESports Commentator
Randolph-Macon College
12.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Randolph-Macon College
Center for the Humanities
Hermitage High School
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