Alison Grazzini Phelan

About Alison Grazzini Phelan

With over two decades of experience in political strategy, policy development, and grassroots lobbying at all levels of government, I am passionate about public policy initiatives that make a positive impact on the lives of individuals and communities. From workforce development and career pathways, postsecondary education and credentialing, criminal justice reform measures, and not-for-profit financial cooperative initiatives, my professional experience is rooted in improving accessibility for individuals to live healthier, fuller lives. I effectively identify commonalities with various stakeholders and bipartisan elected officials, to reach desired public policy objectives on behalf of various clients and consumers nationwide. Through an established network of policy professionals, lawmakers, regulators, trade groups, and advocates, I employ strategic lobbying tactics, public relations methods, and other processes to create dynamic messaging, products, and deliverables that shape overall public policy.

Experience

1. Vice President, Government Relations

   BECU

   Apr 2017 — Present · Tukwila, WA, US

   Responsible for building and sustaining a successful government relations program at the fourth largest credit union in the nation by engaging elected officials and stakeholders at the local, state, and federal levels. Implements strategies to advocate for critical credit union policies and initiatives as well as a robust outreach campaign that results in improved service delivery for BECU\'s 1.4 million members nationwide.

Education

• University of Washington

  Bachelor of Arts

  2000 — 2004

• Spanaway Lake High School

  Diploma

  1997 — 2000

Skills

• Policy Writing
• Strategic Communications
• International Relations
• Press Releases
• Public Speaking
• State Government
• Governmental Affairs
• Volunteer Management
• Speech Writing
• Analysis
• Policy Research
• Message Development
• Fundraising
• Grassroots Organizing
• Strategic Planning
• Political Campaigns
• Public Relations
• Research
• Political Strategy
• Higher Education
• Public Administration
• Legal Writing
• Legal Research
• Newsletters
• Data Analysis
• Policy
• Political Communication
• Legislative Affairs
• Politics
• Coalitions
• Policy Analysis
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Legislative Research
• Public Affairs
• Blogging
• Campaigns
• Editing
• Legislation
• Non-Profits
• Community Outreach