Join the Jewish Community Federation of Richmond's Jewish Community Relations Committee virtually on Monday, April 24 at Noon, for a training on the "Do's and Don'ts of Advocacy" with lobbyists from the Broad Street Group, Jennie O'Holleran and Matt Mansell.
Jennie has over 15 years of public policy and government relations experience. She has worked as a consultant since 2019, supporting clients in the healthcare, education, and energy sectors. Jennie has served three Virginia governors, most recently serving as Policy Director for Governor Ralph Northam. Jennie also served as Policy Director and Deputy Secretary of Education for Governor Terry McAuliffe. Previously, Jennie served as Virginia Relations Director for George Washington University and as a Special Assistant for then-Governor Tim Kaine.
She received her Master’s degree in Public Administration from George Washington University and her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Virginia. Jennie grew up in Alexandria, Virginia and now lives in Richmond with her family. Jennie serves on several boards including the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia and the Weinstein JCC Board of Directors.
Matt Mansell has worked with the Virginia General Assembly in a number of roles since 2004. Most recently he was Director of the Office of Policy and Legislative Affairs for Governor Ralph Northam, and previously served as Acting Policy Director and Legislative Director. Matt has also led the legislative advocacy efforts for two health care associations from 2010 to 2017, was Executive Director of the House Democratic Caucus from 2006 to 2010, and has worked on statewide political campaigns and managed House of Delegates and State Senate campaigns. Matt is a native of Pulaski County in Southwest Virginia and graduated with a BA from Georgetown University.
