Rufus J. Jackson

Experience

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  US Navy

  Jan 2000 - Jan 2005

  Operation Specialist
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  Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2014

  Member
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  Law Office of Paul L. Williams

  Jun 2009 - now

  Lobbyist/Office Manager

  I have been a legislative advocate with the firm since 2009. I have been actively representing the firm's clients in meetings in the State Capitol and throughout the state. I bring a wealth of knowledge in formulating strategic approaches that incorporate lobbying, public affairs, and personal contacts in order to accomplish our clients' objectives.Extensive lobbying experience working with clients and legislators in regard to a variety of lobbying and public affairs issues, including:•Developing issue-specific communications that persuasively advocate client positions with the Governor and legislators•Establishing relationships between client constituents in legislative districts throughout the state with their Representatives and Senators•Negotiating client positions on legislation, including amendments, support, and opposition•Crafting lobbying strategies to protect client positions in response to high profile challenges Show less