David Bowen

About David Bowen

David Bowen brings nearly two decades of leadership in advocacy, government and community…

Experience

1. Associate State Director of Advocacy

   AARP

   Jul 2023 — Present · Madison, WI, US

   OverviewAARP is the nation\'s largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence and nearly 38 million members, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to families: health security, financial stability and personal fulfillment. AARP also produces the nation\'s largest circulation publications: AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin.AARP\'s Community, State and National Affairs (CSN) Group includes Government Relations, Programs, Volunteer Engagement, Community Outreach and Advocacy at the federal, state and local levels. It delivers on AARP\'s social mission by educating and engaging people 50-plus and their families, strengthening communities, and championing issues that help give people financial and health security.The Associate State Director- Advocacy develops and implements federal, state, and local-level advocacy goals and objectives within business unit plans and the overall enterprise strategy. Executes state, federal, and local advocacy activities and represents the organization and its interests to elected officials and public policy leaders. Partners with internal and external partners to develop and execute advocacy campaigns and to build constituent support for the organization\'s legislative priorities. Develops and executes advocacy volunteer recruitment strategies and tactics. Collaborates with management to identify opportunities to streamline processes and to develop new procedures that support the business unit/department.

Education

• University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

  Bachelor of Science - BS

• Bradley Technology High School

  High School Diploma

• National Americorps Service

  Public Ally and Fellow Service Graduate

  2007 — 2009

Skills

• Organizational Development
• Community Outreach
• Community Development
• Press Release Development
• Program Evaluation
• Youth Engagement
• Government
• Nonprofits
• Economic Development
• Fundraising
• Community Engagement
• Community Service
• Troubleshooting
• Policy
• Staff Development
• Public Policy
• Conflict Resolution
• Board Development
• Lifestyle Coaching
• Youth Programs
• Non-Profit Administration
• Volunteer Management
• Training
• Social Services
• Case Managment
• Volunteer Training
• Campaign Strategies
• Program Management
• Leadership Development
• Training & Development
• Higher Education
• Public Speaking
• Grant Writing
• Volunteer Recruiting
• Social Network Analysis
• Community Organizing
• Program Development
• Event Planning
• Employee Training
• Policy Analysis