Lauren Gallant

Experience

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  Lavell Communications

  Jan 2003 - Jan 2004

  Senior Associate

  Public affairs. Planned, implemented and executed several political campaigns and fundraisers. Served as Co-Chair of the annual CCLEA (California Coalition of Law Enforcement Agencies) and Chair of the ALADS (Association of Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs) awards banquets and fundraisers. Raised over $125,000 with the CCLEA and ALADS to improve the working conditions of law enforcement officers and their organizations. Wrote articles for monthly Deputy/Sheriffs Association newspaper published by Lavell. Worked directly with the Los Angeles Community College District planning public policy campaigns. Drafted policy research and presented PR strategies to clients. Show less

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  Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office

  Jan 2003 - Jan 2004

  Legal Research Intern

  Worked as a legal research intern in the Family Violence Unit. Duties included drafting legal briefs, conducting legal research and assisting with victim advocacy.

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  Ameritek ID

  Jan 2004 - Jan 2007

  Director of Legislative Affairs

  Worked with government agencies to conduct background checks and promote public safety. Helped to lead philanthropic arm of the organization by planning and hosting community safety events and initiatives.

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  Disability Rights Legal Center

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2007

  Advocate

  DRLC at Loyola Law School, Los Angeles champions the rights of people with disabilities throughout the State of California through education, advocacy and litigation. Duties included assisting with outreach and advocacy efforts. Received scholarship to attend the Respectability Leadership Conference with California Lawmakers in Sacramento, CA.

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  U.S. Department of Justice

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2006

  Graduate Intern

  Responsibilities included reviewing submissions, conducting analyses, and making recommendations on whether new voting practices and procedures adopted by jurisdictions covered under Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act have a retrogressive purpose or effect on minority voters. Reviewed complaints, conducted research, and analyzed the type of entity against which the complaint was filed and determined which title of the Americans with Disabilities Act governed each case. Worked in the mediation section of the Disability Rights office. Disability Rights and Voting Rights Sections, Civil Rights Division- Washington, DC. Show less

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  AmericaSpeaks

  Jun 2007 - Oct 2008

  Outreach Consultant

  Duties included coordinating outreach efforts in Los Angeles for the Summer 2007 CaliforniaSpeaks Health Care Reform Project. Contacted university, corporate, non-profit, and government leaders to recruit youth to attend the CaliforniaSpeaks statewide convention for health care reform with state leaders. Implemented project communications strategies and created and maintained outreach database. Worked as a liaison with Los Angeles Neighborhood Councils. Served as Outreach Consultant for 2008 Equal Voice for America’s Families National Campaign and Convention. Washington, DC. Show less

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  Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority

  Nov 2007 - Jun 2008

  Policy and Planning Analyst

  Assisted in the development and implementation of LAHSA policy, planning and public affairs agendas. Conducted research and analysis regarding legislation relevant to ending homelessness. Policy portfolio included analysis on education, health care, economic, and housing issues. Worked closely with elected officials, HUD representatives, the City of Los Angeles, and L.A. County to develop policy recommendations and plans for ending homelessness in Los Angeles.

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  California State Senate

  Oct 2008 - Jul 2013

  Field Deputy

  Represented California State Senator Alex Padilla with the residents, organizations, higher educational institutions, law enforcement community, and businesses of Senate District 20. Duties included legislative advocacy, communications, speechwriting, special event production, representing the Senator at District meetings and on advisory boards, conducting policy analysis, and coordinating public affairs efforts. Policy portfolio included higher education, public safety, energy & the environment, entertainment, and economic development. Appointed as the Senator’s representative to universities and the Los Angeles business community. Show less

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  City of Hope

  Jul 2013 - Jun 2015

  Assistant Director of Government & Community Relations

  City of Hope is a clinical research center, hospital, graduate medical school, and world leader in comprehensive cancer treatment. Advocated for affordable health care and advancements in academic research on the federal, state, and local levels of government. Developed government relations strategic plan on behalf of the organization. Directed staff and consultants. Worked with CEO, COO, legal counsel, physicians, researchers, and donors to lead special projects across the institution. Furthered City of Hope's mission through issue management, legislation, public policy analysis, and engagement with elected officials. Recipient of City of Hope's Values In Action (VIA) Award for Service with a Sense of Urgency. Represented City of Hope in Washington, DC, Sacramento, and Southern California. Show less

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  California State Senate

  Jun 2015 - Jan 2017

  District Director

  Served as District Director for California State Senator Fran Pavley through the conclusion of the Senator's term in office and represented CA Senate District 27. Directed, coordinated, and supervised the Senator's District Office staff to ensure timely response to constituent concerns and the successful support of legislative priorities. Responsibilities included legislative advocacy, communications, speechwriting, crisis management, policy research, project leadership, issue management, representing the Senator in the District and on advisory boards, and special event production. Appointed lead role in covering public safety issues and collaborated with law enforcement officials, state agencies, fellow elected offices, and state department leaders. Led planning efforts for the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing in Agoura Hills, CA and served as Co-Chair of the Pacific Coast Highway Task Force. Show less

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  MemorialCare

  Nov 2017 - Sept 2019

  Community Outreach & Government Relations Manager

  MemorialCare is a 501(c)(3) non-profit integrated health care system with four hospitals and over 200 clinical sites throughout Southern California. Advanced MemorialCare's mission through legislative advocacy, special projects, and community programming. Worked closely with federal, state, and local elected officials on behalf of the organization. Led civic engagement initiatives throughout Los Angeles County and Orange County. Portfolio included access to health care, mental health integration, and pediatric specialty care. Show less

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  California Secretary of State

  Sept 2019 - Mar 2021

  Assistant Deputy Secretary of State for Voter Education & Outreach

  Appointed to serve on Secretary Padilla’s Executive Team through the conclusion of his time in office. Responsibilities included increasing civic engagement opportunities and developing strategic partnerships across the state to improve voter participation. Led the statewide Democracy at Work Program to promote civic engagement among the business community, large employers, non-profit organizations, and government agencies. Worked closely with Executive Team to secure vote locations and amplify voter education efforts in advance of the November 2020 Election. Key projects included the March 2020 CA Primary Election and the November 2020 CA General Election. Assisted with the Winter 2021 transition of Dr. Shirley N. Weber assuming role of incoming CA Secretary of State. Show less

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  United States Senate

  Mar 2021 - now

  Senior Field Representative, Office of U.S. Senator Alex Padilla