Natalie W.

Natalie W.

Studied at Harvard Kennedy School

Worked at Washington State House of Representatives

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About Natalie

Hi, I’m Natalie! I’m currently a student at the Harvard Kennedy School getting my Masters in Public Policy. I’m originally from the Pacific Northwest and spending time outside is a constant through my life. Before graduate school I attended Whitman College, where I studied Politics & Environmental Studies, played DIII basketball, was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma, and worked in the wine industry. After college I moved to Seattle and have spent time working on campaigns and at the State Legislature. Now, I’m most passionate about finding innovative solutions the problems facing our world and creating sustainable communities where all people can thrive.

Why do I coach?

I’m here to help young people thrive. Our world relies on the thoughtful, creative, and innovative students who are going to enter the workforce and push our communities to progress. I believe that one of two essential pieces in empowering youth to succeed is helping them learn to communicate — to tell stories that are meaningful, moving, and motivating, and confidence — a sureness about who you are and what you can achieve. In my journey through higher education I was lucky to have strong mentors who helped instill in me these ideals and I hope to empower others by sharing them.

Work Experience

Legislative Assistant

Washington State House of Representatives

January 2022 - August 2023

· Participated and supported members in the legislative process; bill-development & editing, stake-holdering, site tours, communications & messaging. · Managed high volumes of constituent communications and casework, approx. 150 contacts per day; researched and drafted complex responses and coordinated casework across and within agencies · Conducted meetings on behalf of the Representatives with constituents, lobbyists, and other stakeholders · Facilitated bill development and communication between stakeholders, agencies, and other legislative offices, tracked advancement of legislation to ensure both official and unofficial timelines were met · Effectively organized and managed multiple offices & interests, including calendars, bill development, stake-holdering, constituent messaging, and casework · Hosted weekly business lobby meeting for over 100 lobbyists and members, transcribed and distributed detailed notes on current legislation to the HDC · Facilitated bill development for top environmental priority bill during the 2023 session; hosted meetings of 100+ stakeholders, developed constituent messaging for caucus, participated in all policy development meetings (bill drafting, political strategy, etc.) · Lead two workplace improvement projects for the Caucus and Legislature; improving internal relations and coordination between Communications & LA workgroups and analyzing the inefficiencies in constituent relations management to develop a stronger, more succinct system

Campaign Coordinator

Dow Constantine Campaign for King County Executive

June 2021 - November 2021

· Successfully executed campaign strategy across King County, through a coordinated field effort, volunteer recruitment & management, hosting campaign events/fundraisers, and utilizing social media. · Handled media inquests, scheduling, and staffing for campaign events, including preparing the candidate for over 20 debates/forums · Effectively messaged campaign policy across various platforms and demographic groups · Established strong relationships with local Democratic organizations, Unions, and community groups. · Developed voter contact scripts, volunteer trainings, social media, and general campaign outreach · Managed 4 person Field Team, including hiring, scheduling, task & goal setting, and weekly check-ins

Field Organizer

Diana Perez for Vancouver City Council

April 2021 - November 2021

· Participated in Kitchen Cabinet Meetings to organize and execute campaign strategy and events · Assisted organizing, including coordinating canvassing efforts, phone banking, and volunteer management

Hospitality Associate

Bledsoe Wine Estates

June 2020 - January 2021

· Co-managed tasting room operations for downtown tasting room, including administrative work and sales · Developed excellent customer service skills and ensured a premium customer experience · Assisted in marketing, social media, wine club management, and customer development

Hospitality Associate

Dusted Valley

August 2019 - January 2021

· Conducted tasting room operations for, including administrative work and sales · Developed excellent customer service skills and ensured a premium customer experience · Assisted in wine club management, and customer relationship development

Summer Legal Intern

Crag Law Center

June 2019 - August 2019

· Coordinated community engagement around issues of wildfire, forest-water management, and climate · Collaborated on a wildfire messaging guide, including editing for effective communication · Assisted the development and introduction of the Oregon Forest Waters initiative https://forestwaters.org/ (https://forestwaters.org/) · Participated in Wildfire Response Council meetings, sponsored by Oregon Governor Kate Brown, to address Oregon’s wildfire policies on prevention, preparedness, and response · Legal editing, research, and analysis for cases on the California Rim Fire and Oregon LNG pipeline