Karan Mehta

About Karan Mehta

Public affairs professional interested in shaping policy and improving how government works. I specialize in government relations, policy strategy, and issue advocacy - while sharpening my coding skills in the background! I want to help organizations navigate public systems, build coalitions, and respond to challenges at the local and state level. My experience includes working in the Texas Legislature, assisting legislative portfolios and coordinating across sectors to deliver results. I care about building more responsive and people-centered institutions, whether that\'s through policy reform, member engagement, or building tools to enhance user experiences.

Experience

1. Legislative and Regulatory Affairs Manager

   Texas Nursery & Landscape Association

   Jul 2025 — Present · Austin, TX, US

   My role consists of supporting TNLA\'s government relations strategy by tracking and engaging with local ordinances, city policies, and regulatory trends across Texas. I\'m a liaison between our members, local officials, and TNLA leadership in helping identify emerging issues, advocate for the Green Industry, and build meaningful relationships that strengthen TNLA\'s statewide impact.

Education

• Illinois State University

  Bachelor's degree, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

  2015 — 2016

Skills

• Hotel Management
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Teamwork
• Hospitality Management
• Leadership
• Customer Service
• Management
• International Relations
• Hospitality
• Microsoft Excel
• Political Science
• Microsoft Word
• Hospitality Industry
• Public Speaking