Lōpaka Baptiste

Advocacy Manager @Nakupuna Companies

Philadelphia, PA, US
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WORK HISTORY

Feb 2024 — Present

Advocacy Manager @Nakupuna Companies

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Arlington, VA, US

Lead advocacy strategy for Native entity-owned businesses in the federal contracting space, with a focus on non-profit Native Hawaiian Organizations participating in the SBA 8(a) program. Coordinate across business units to assess the impact of legislative proposals on the organization’s business and operating structure. Advise executive leadership on legislative and community engagement strategies, and support compliance efforts to ensure alignment with SBA 8(a) program and federal requirements.

EDUCATION

2001 — 2006

Iowa State University

Bachelor's degree

1995 — 2001

Kamehameha Schools

High School Diploma

SKILLS

Community OutreachLegislative RelationsLegislative AffairsPublic PolicyCoalitionsPoliticsConstituent ServicesLegislationPolicy AnalysisPress ReleasesMedia RelationsGovernmentStrategic CommunicationsResearchHigher EducationPolicyEditingEvent PlanningLegislative ResearchPublic Speaking

ABOUT LŌPAKA BAPTISTE

With nearly two decades of experience in public service, I have built a career around connecting people, policy, and government, while helping leaders shape policy and build meaningful relationships.My experience spans every level of government; federal, state, and local, where I have served as a trusted advisor, policy analyst, and community connector, helping principals turn challenges into action.Whether navigating the process of government relations, advancing legislative priorities, or building coalitions, I bring a humble commitment, a strategic mindset, and a belief that positive change happens when we listen to the communities we serve.

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