Patrick Welch
Legislative & Regulatory | State & Federal | Communications & Stakeholder Engagement | Utilities & Energy
- Role
- Associate Director of Legislative Affairs at San Diego Community Power
- Location
- Sacramento, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Patrick Welch
Proactive legislative, regulatory, and public affairs leader who thrives in a dynamic, self-starting environment while being accountable for outcomes. Extensive experience in the legislative, state budget, and regulatory processes, as well as engaging with state agencies, departments, and Governor’s staff- Effective communicator who evaluates complex issues and describes them in concise, easy-to-understand written and spoken narratives- Consensus finder with experience in bringing people with opposing viewpoints to agreement anda track record of crafting successful solutions- Team player with experience fostering relationships and leading through encouragement and conversation- Strategic vision with the ability to assess complex situations with many variables to decipher needsand develop a productive path forward- Analytical with a strong background in research, analytical writing, consulting with experts, andinterpreting statute, regulations, and policies. Trained in principles of public administration,including program evaluation and budgeting, with an ability to identify program efficienciesand enhancements.
Experience
Associate Director of Legislative Affairs
Apr 2025 — Present · San Diego, CA, US
California Legislature + Congress. Track, analyze, and develop strategies for legislation. Identify impacts of proposals to Community Power and ratepayers. Build coalitions and coordinate with trade associations.
Education
University of San Francisco
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
University California, Santa Cruz
B.A, Politics
Skills
- Legislative Research
- Politics
- Public Speaking
- Legislation
- Policy Analysis
- Legislative Affairs
- Legislative Relations
- Research
- Public Policy
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