Robert Tony Parsons
Policy Professional | Systems Thinker | Future President
- Role
- Director of Public Policy and Finance at Oakland Thrives
- Location
- Oakland, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Robert Tony Parsons
Passionate advocate working hard to expand opportunities for underrepresented populations through political advocacy and public policy. Skilled in governmental affairs, community and youth development, communication, and event management. Always focused on lifting voices, convening people, and telling stories in every role.
Experience
Director of Public Policy and Finance
May 2025 — Present · Oakland, CA, US
Develop strategies to increase government alignment to benefit the City of Oakland. Represent Oakland Thrives at various community events and stakeholder meetings. Develop and execute a shared agenda of items and actions between Oakland’s local government actors and institutions.
Education
Lee M. Thurston High School
Honors Diploma
2008 — 2012
Georgetown University McCourt School of Public Policy
Master of Policy Management
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science: Public Policy
2012 — 2016
Skills
- Event Planning
- Leadership
- Public Speaking
- Nonprofits
- Community Outreach
- Microsoft Word
- Social Media
- Communication
- Management
- Team Building
- Improvisation
- Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Critical Thinking
- Microsoft Office
- Research
- Fundraising
- Governmental Affairs
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