11-15 years

Political consultant for private-sector clients seeking public policy and regulation advocacy. Provided comprehensive knowledge of state and local governments for clients. Developed and maintained relationships with key legislators, staff and state agencies. Passage of Accumulator Bans in AR, GA, TN. Passage of proprietary legislation on Epilepsy Education, "Seizure Safe Schools," in AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, MS, SC. Passage of legislation establishing Rare Disease Advisory Councils in AL, FL, GA, LA, MS, SC, TN. Mitigated legislation in Georgia that would have disclosed claim-level rebate data. Defeated drug importation legislation in MS, TN. Passage of Step Therapy Override Legislation in AR, FL, GA, LA, MS, SC, TN

Statewide relationships across a broad array of industries such as Georgia Ports, Film Industry, Agriculture (Marine and Land), Local Chambers of Commerce, Veterans Affairs, and more.

Solid relationships with House and Senate Leadership in both parties.

Solid relationships with agencies such as Agriculture, Labor, Public Health, Public Service Commission, Economic Development, and others

A strong presence in Appropriations, Energy, Utilities & Telecommunications, Health and Human Services, Insurance, Tourism and Economic Development, Labor, Regulated Industries, Transportation, Creative Arts, Ways & Means and other Committees.

My tenure as an Independent Consultant has seen targeted lobbying triumphs, leveraging a strong foundation in advocacy, healthcare, economic development, environmental issues, regulatory work, and utilities. Strategic communications and policy advocacy, honed over years of experience, are empowering to create compelling campaigns that resonate with key stakeholders.

Reflecting on a rich 6-year directorship over a multi-state region includes achievements in state government affairs and public relations that were underscored by cultivating pivotal relationships and executing influential public policy initiatives. The skills in presenting and developing intricate information and running political campaigns are now instrumental in driving forward the mission of Georgia Matters with efficacy and collaborative precision.

6-10 years

Strong working relationship on a bipartisan basis, focusing on Transportation, Commerce and Finance Committees. Strong working relationship with Department of Transportation.

Kerri serves as a senior vice president in the State Government Relations group in the firm's Raleigh office. In addition to her government relations experience, she possesses extensive communcations and grassroots experience from her time with the North Carolina Chamber of Commerce.

Kerri was most recently communications director for the North Carolina Chamber. In that capacity she managed media relations, events marketing and electronic communications; oversaw development and management of the group's website; produced collateral materials; and assisted the vice president of Government Affairs with the Chamber's branding, communications and public relations efforts to support its advocacy mission and policy goals. Prior to joining the Chamber, Kerri worked as a registered lobbyist and legislative intern.