Steven Little
Deputy Secretary @Wisconsin Department Of Natural Resources Dnr
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WORK HISTORY
Deputy Secretary @Wisconsin Department Of Natural Resources Dnr
Madison, WI, US
Responsible for operational management of a cabinet-level state agency with a $1.3 Billion biennial budget spread across six divisions and 33 programs and bureaus. The DNR employs over 2,500 permanent employees. Selected Accomplishments:• PFAS Legislative and Biennial Budget Strategy — Collaborated with the Governor’s Office to develop a PFAS funding initiative to provide Wisconsinitesresources to clean up PFAS from their private wells and municipal water systems. Resulted in the passageof legislation creating a $125 Million PFAS Clean-Up Fund. • Wolf Management Plan & Administrative Rulemaking Stakeholder Engagement — Coordinated the unanimous approval of this controversial species management plan and administrativerule through the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board. Met with numerous stakeholders in support of andopposed to the management plan, including organizing a tribal technical consultation with the elevenfederally recognized tribal nations of Wisconsin. • Department Lead on Governor Evers’ Pelican River Forest Easement — One of the largest forest easements in state history preserving over acres of forest and naturalhabitat for outdoor recreation, carbon sequestration, and habitat restoration benefits.
EDUCATION
Beloit College
Bachelor of Arts
La Follette School of Public Affairs at UW-Madison
Master of Public Policy & Administration
ABOUT STEVEN LITTLE
As a senior executive with extensive experience in government relations, policy analysis, and strategic communications, I excel in managing complex issues and deliverables, including leading major initiatives such as developing a $125 million PFAS Clean-Up Fund and coordinating the approval of the 2023 Wolf Management Plan. I am a proven advisor to C-suite executives, business leaders, financial and natural resources regulators, and governors. I am known for building strong relationships with diverse stakeholders and advancing visions for organizational growth and sustainability. With a strong background in strategic leadership, policy development, budget management, and stakeholder engagement, I bring analytical, political, and policy expertise to drive successful outcomes and shape impactful policies. Dedicated to leveraging my skills in strategic communications and advocacy to foster collaborative environments and achieve lasting results. My areas of expertise include: • Government Relations: Facilitate bipartisan support for critical legislation. • Advocacy Strategy: Engineer campaigns that secured multi-million dollar funding. • Policy Development: Shape policies that enhance community and environmental well-being • Budget Management: Optimize resources to achieve fiscal efficiency and strategic goals. • Strategic Communications: Lead initiatives that improved stakeholder engagement and public perception.
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