Shemeaiah Wilson
Knightdale,NC
Summary
Accomplished Senior Advisor with proven experience and knowledge of community and government. Gives sound direction and advice based on extensive background and relevant data. Forward-thinking and adaptable in approaching questions and concerns with a successful track record in engaging diverse population.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Political Strategic Senior Advisor
Self- Employed
Knightdale, NC
02.2022 - Current
- Provided guidance to candidate and Senior Staff on financial, operational and administrative matters.
- Conduct research to identify areas of improvement specific district to ensure candidates messages is conducive to district.
- Advised candidate and Senior Staff on best practices for achieving their goals within budget constraints.
- Drafted innovate campaign plans and proposals outlining potential solutions for a winning campaign.
- Maintained positive working relationship with candidate, Senior staff and outside supporting agencies.
Division Legislative Liaison
N.C. DHHS- Division of MH/DD/SAS
Knightdale, NC
07.2020 - 07.2021
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing progress made towards meeting objectives set forth by the NC General Assembly and NC Department of Health and Human Services Secretary's Office.
- Lead in the development and implementation of new strategies for the Division of Mental Health/ Developmental Disabilities/ Substance Use Service, and the Division's Sub-groups/agencies.
- Collaborated with the NC Department of Health and Human Services internal divisions and sub groups/ agencies to create legislation that will implement changes that will be identified by the NC General Assembly and throughout the State of North Carolina via General Statute 150-152.
- Advised Mental Health/ Developmental Disabilities/ Substance Services Governor's Appointed Commission and outside Sub-Agencies on best practices for achieving their legislative goals.
Chief of Staff
NC General Assembly/ Rep. Mary Ann Black
Raleigh, NC
02.2019 - 07.2020
- Managed community initiatives and legislative projects that included district community leaders such as the Mayor, County Commissioners, City Council, and other to improve the lives of the constituents of District 39.
- Advised county leaders, constituents on best practices for achieving their legislative goals.
- Reviewed existing processes and developed recommendations for the improvement based within the district based on analysis of data collected from the legislature and outside stakeholders.
- Facilitated team meetings with legislator and collogues, county leaders, outside stakeholders, constituents and staff to focused on identifying solutions to complex legislative concerns.
- Served as liaison for multidisciplinary legislation that impact federal and state departments, nonprofit agencies through policies and numerous state and federal laws/statutes.
Congressional Campaign Manager
Linda Coleman for Congress
Knightdale, NC
11.2017 - 11.2019
- Developed and implemented comprehensive campaign strategies to maximize win projection.
- Managed , tracked and budgeted $2.5 million campaign expenses for the for well-being campaign's message, staff earnings, fees, payroll and stipends.
- Compiled data from multiple sources into concise reports outlining the progress of campaign, constituent engagement, outside stakeholders and on campaign goals.
- Maintained up-to-date records regarding donor information and donation amounts received through various channels.
- Drafted messaging for press releases that highlighted successes achieved through implementing certain strategies during a campaign period.
- Devised grassroots campaigns to mobilize popular support for candidate and policies.
- Fundraised and networked with party donors to meet monetary goals.
- Trained and mentored newly hired senior employees to provide better grasp of job responsibilities and expectations.
- Drafted and edited interesting press releases for each event, contest or promotion.
Director of Community Affairs
J&C Cockfield Farming
Florence, SC
04.2011 - 06.2016
- Developed and implemented community outreach programs to increase public awareness of organization's mission.
- Provided leadership and direction for staff members responsible for developing and executing community outreach initiatives.
- Created content for newsletters, press releases, website updates, and other communications materials related to community affairs projects.
- Identified client groups and audiences, determining best way to communicate publicity information.
- Built and updated crisis communication plans to handle diverse situations.
- Drafted speeches for company executives and arranged interviews and other forms of contact.
Legislative Liaison
NC Department of Health and Human Services
Raleigh, NC
03.2009 - 04.2015
- Developed and implemented legislative strategies to advance organization's policy agenda based on the NC Governor's and Department Secretary request.
- Prepared briefing materials for meetings with legislators and their staffs.
- Monitored legislative activities in assigned committees and provided timely updates to management.
- Facilitated communication between legislators and constituents regarding specific bills or initiatives.
- Provided analysis of proposed laws or regulations to ensure consistency with organizational policies and objectives.
- Drafted testimony for submission during legislative hearings or markups.
- Assisted in developing strategies for effective lobbying efforts aimed at influencing decision makers in government offices.
- Disseminated research results through academic publications, written reports or public presentations.
Governmental Affairs, Assist. Director
The Arc Of North Carolina
Raleigh, NC
08.2007 - 01.2009
- Developed and managed relationships with elected officials, staff, and external stakeholders to advance the organization's policy agenda.
- Created detailed reports outlining legislative developments affecting organizational interests.
- Developed issue-specific advocacy materials for use by internal staff and external partners.
- Developed a comprehensive understanding of all relevant state laws governing corporate activities within target markets.
- Developed and presented new ideas and conceptualized new approaches and solutions.
- Conducted meetings to discuss production progress and attain production objectives.
- Compiled scripts, program notes and other material related to productions.
Legislative Assistant
General Assembly, Rep. Linda Coleman
Raleigh, NC
08.2006 - 08.2007
- Provided administrative support to the office of a member of the Legislative Assembly.
- Researched, analyzed and summarized legislation for review by the Member.
- Attended committee meetings and prepared summaries of key points.
- Assisted in developing policy positions for the Member's platform.
- Conducted background research on proposed bills before they were presented in committee or voted upon in session.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for the Member to attend conferences or other events.
- Participated in press briefings with media representatives regarding current legislation.
- Tracked progress of bills through various stages of approval within Parliament.
- Responded to staff and constituent requests for meetings, information or other concerns.
Education
Master of Arts - Public Administration
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL08.2006
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/Psychology
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL05.2004
High School Diploma -
Miami Northwestern Senior High School
Miami, FL06.2000
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Relationship Building
- Research Abilities
- Compliance Requirements
- Experience in Leadership
- Improvement Plan Knowledge
- Commission Structures
- Data Analysis
- Analytical Thinking
- Quantitative Skills
- Program Evaluation
- Project Planning
- Group Facilitation
- Content Management Expertise
- Idea Development and Brainstorming
- Process Improvement
- Relationship Building and Management
- Legislative Theories
- Strategic analysis
- Strategic planning and implementation
- Strategic plan implementation
- Strategic Business Relationships
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Self-Motivated
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
If the doors of perception were cleaned, everything would appear to man as it is: infinite.
William Blake
Timeline
Political Strategic Senior Advisor
Self- Employed
02.2022 - Current
Division Legislative Liaison
N.C. DHHS- Division of MH/DD/SAS
07.2020 - 07.2021
Chief of Staff
NC General Assembly/ Rep. Mary Ann Black
02.2019 - 07.2020
Congressional Campaign Manager
Linda Coleman for Congress
11.2017 - 11.2019
Director of Community Affairs
J&C Cockfield Farming
04.2011 - 06.2016
Legislative Liaison
NC Department of Health and Human Services
03.2009 - 04.2015
Governmental Affairs, Assist. Director
The Arc Of North Carolina
08.2007 - 01.2009
Legislative Assistant
General Assembly, Rep. Linda Coleman
08.2006 - 08.2007
Master of Arts - Public Administration
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/Psychology
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
High School Diploma -
Miami Northwestern Senior High School
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