Savannah Gilman
Spring Hill
Summary
I'm a Government Affairs and Public Policy professional with a Master's in Public Administration and more than seven years of experience bridging the gap between policy insight, strategic communication, and client success. Throughout my career, I've helped organizations-from associations to policy intelligence platforms-track legislation, manage stakeholder relationships, and communicate complex information clearly and effectively. At State Affairs, I manage enterprise accounts and collaborate with government and corporate clients to deliver state and regional policy intelligence. Previously, at Tennessee Municipal Electric Power Association, I supported government relations efforts, planned major events, and managed communications and publications serving hundreds of members statewide. I'm passionate about helping public- and private-sector organizations stay informed and engaged in the legislative process. My background combines policy analysis, project and content management, and client relations-a blend that allows me to build trusted partnerships while ensuring data-driven results.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Government Affairs - Account Manager
State Affairs
Nashville
03.2024 - Current
- Manage and grow accounts subscribed to a leading political intelligence platform, driving client success in navigating state-level policy landscapes.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, delivering tailored insights and strategic guidance to support their legislative and regulatory objectives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance platform adoption and ensure alignment with client needs in a dynamic government affairs environment.
Government Relations Assistant
Tennessee Municipal Electric Power Association (TMEPA)
Brentwood
11.2021 - 02.2024
- Conducted research on legislative issues and provided analysis to the Government Relations team
- Assisted in the preparation of legislative materials, including bill summaries and testimony
- Monitored legislative hearings and provided real-time updates to the Government Relations team
- Developed relationships with key stakeholders, including legislators and staff members
- Assisted in the planning and execution of successful conferences
- Conducted research on event venues
- Created event materials, including agendas, signage, and marketing materials
- Assisted in managing event registration and provided customer service to attendees
- Responsible for researching, writing, and publishing the association's annual directory
- Collaborate with various departments to gather and verify information
- Manage the production process from start to finish, including layout and design
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of all information published
- Continuously review and update the directory to ensure it is current and relevant
- Proofread and fact-checked articles for quarterly magazine issues
- Assisted with social media management and online content production
- Managed the association's membership database of over 1,200 records
- Updated and maintained membership records and processed membership applications
- Responded to member inquiries and provided excellent customer service
- Created reports and analyzed data to assist the association's leadership team
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure the smooth operation of the association's activities
- Managed social media accounts for the company across multiple platforms
- Created and designed engaging content for social media using Canva
- Wrote and edited copy for social media posts and advertisements
Associate Content Specialist
Simplify Compliance
Brentwood
08.2017 - 11.2021
- Managed, edited, and published live reporting on and tracking of state legislation.
- Led relationships with clients, worked with team members to meet client expectations under daily deadlines. Addressed and resolved customer concerns or questions.
- Managed a 3-member team, coaching them to become legislative analysts and reporters.
- Copy edited team members' analysis and reporting.
- Provided continuous on-the-job training and feedback on performance of new trainees to improve productivity.
- Played a key role in identifying site enhancement that would increase the value of the site based on user feedback and competitive analysis.
- Developed and executed weekly webinars highlighting site features that increased subscriber engagement. Developed presentations to client base at annual conference featuring site updates.
- Proofed and corrected weekly four-page newsletter in Adobe FrameMaker.
- Covered press avails of state Senate and House leadership.
- Coordinated printing and shipment to 500+ subscribers.
- Active role in hiring, training, and supervising support staff.
- Maintained database of over 16,000 state licensed attorneys and government officials using CuadraSTAR and Lucidea software.
- Collaborated with staff to plan, develop, and improve internal process for verifying and updating information including transitioning from direct mailings to an online system that reduced expenditures and manual data entries.
Legislative and Research Assistant
Simplify Compliance
Brentwood
01.2017 - 08.2017
- Monitored legislative developments to guide decision-making processes.
- Developed and maintained databases for enhanced data management efficiency.
- Attended committee meetings, recording detailed minutes for accurate review.
- Expanded knowledge of legislative processes within state and local government structures.
Education
Master of Public Administration -
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN01.2022
Bachelor's Degree - English Technical Communications
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN01.2015
Skills
- Legislative tracking and monitoring
- Customer relationship management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Account servicing
- Team training
- Policy analysis
- Database management
- Customer service
- Cross-functional collaboration
Personal Information
Title: Government Affairs & Policy Communications Professional | Account Management | MPA
Timeline
Government Affairs - Account Manager
State Affairs
03.2024 - Current
Government Relations Assistant
Tennessee Municipal Electric Power Association (TMEPA)
11.2021 - 02.2024
Associate Content Specialist
Simplify Compliance
08.2017 - 11.2021
Legislative and Research Assistant
Simplify Compliance
01.2017 - 08.2017
Master of Public Administration -
Tennessee State University
Bachelor's Degree - English Technical Communications
University of Tennessee