Scott Hagerstrom
Government Affairs & Public Policy Professional | State Legislative Strategy | Regulated & Licensed Industries | Licensed Attorney (MI)
- Role
- Chief of Staff at Michigan Senate
- Location
- East Lansing, MI, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Scott Hagerstrom
With over 25 years of experience, I specialize in legislative relations, public policy, and politics. Currently serving as Chief of Staff for a Michigan State Senator, I contribute to policy development, coordinate with key stakeholders, and manage legislative offices to advance impactful initiatives. My role involves close collaboration with committee chairs, governors’ offices, and executive agencies to address statutory and regulatory matters effectively. As a licensed Michigan attorney, I bring a unique perspective to navigating complex policy landscapes and regulated industries. My career has focused on government affairs and public policy, with extensive experience advising organizations, nonprofits, and advocacy groups on legislative strategy, governance, and compliance. I am dedicated to aligning organizational goals with regulatory frameworks and fostering trusted relationships with policymakers in politically sensitive environments.
Experience
Chief of Staff
Nov 2025 — Present · Lansing, MI, US
Senior legislative advisor for a Michigan State Senator- Drafted legislation and worked closely with committee chairs, members, and staff to advance policy initiatives- Coordinated regularly with governors’ offices and executive agencies on statutory and regulatory issues- Managed legislative offices overseeing staff, policy development, constituent services, and communications- Earlier legislative experience concurrent with full-time education.
Education
Michigan State University
BA, Political Science
Cooley Law School
Doctor of Law - JD, Law
Skills
- Policy
- Opposition Research
- Political Consulting
- Non-Profits
- Economic Development
- Marketing
- Government Relations
- Public Speaking
- Legislation
- Coalitions
- Message Development
- Political Science
- Fundraising
- Political Management
- Political Organization
- Issue Advocacy
- Strategic Communications
- Government
- Nonprofits
- Campaigns
- Political Strategy
- Legislative Affairs
- Grassroots Lobbying
- International Relations
- State Government
- Gotv
- Grassroots
- Public Policy
- Legislative Policy
- Legislative Research
- Political Communication
- Campaign Finance
- Nonprofit Organizations
- Coalition Development
- Volunteer Management
- Campaign
- Constituent Services
- Public Affairs
- Policy Analysis
- Speech Writing
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