About
Michael D. Reed is a senior policy and political professional with nearly two decades of experience on the federal, state, and local levels. Michael currently serves as Government Affairs Partner for Andreessen Horowitz (a16z). Before joining a16z, Michael served as Senior Advisor for House Democratic Whip Katherine Clark.Michael previously served as Senior Advisor and Director of Member Services for Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, where he served as Pelosi’s lead liaison with members of the House of Representatives.Michael also previously served as Deputy Chief of Staff and Legislative Director for Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) advising her work on the House Appropriations Committee and the House Homeland Security Committee. Michael also helped the Congresswoman establish the Congressional Caucus on Black Women and Girls.Michael has extensive relationships with members and staff across Capitol Hill, particularly within the House Democratic Caucus, the Congressional Bla…
Experience
Director of Whip Operations and Member Services
U.S. House of Representatives · Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Senior Advisor & Director of Member Services
Office of the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives · Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Chief of Staff
U.S. House of Representatives · Washington DC-Baltimore Area
Deputy Chief of Staff & Legislative Director
U.S. House of Representatives · Washington D.C. Metro Area
Office of Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ-12)
Legislative Director
U.S. House of Representatives · Washington D.C. Metro Area
Legislative Director for Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ-12)
Policy Analyst
The National Black Caucus of State Legislators · Washington D.C. Metro Area
NBCSL is the nation's premier organization representing and serving the interests of African American State legislators. With more than 700 members representing more than 60 million Americans, NBCSL serves as a national network, advocate and catalyst for public policy innovation, information exchange, and joint action on critical issues affecting African Americans and other marginalized communities. Through research, education, and advocacy, NBCSL strengthens its members and helps ensure their strong, effective and influential voice on Capitol Hill. NBCSL’s primary mission is to develop, conduct and promote educational, research and training programs designed to enhance the effectiveness of its members, as they consider legislation and issues of public policy which impact, either directly or indirectly upon "the general welfare" of African American constituents within their respective jurisdictions. Experience at NBCSL: Managed policy development and analysis on a wide range of state a…
State-Federal Relations
National Conference of State Legislatures · Washington, DC
Since 1975, NCSL has been the champion of state legislatures. We’ve helped states remain strong and independent by giving them the tools, information and resources to craft the best solutions to difficult problems. Expereince at NCSL: Managed federal lobbying activities and policy development for NCSL Labor & Economic Development Committee. Assist with policy development for NCSL Education Committee. These committees include more than 550 total state legislators and 150 legislative staffers. -Monitored federal legislation on behalf of state legislators on issues that affect states. -Served as a liaison on behalf of state legislators to Congress, White House, federal agencies and national policy stakeholders. -Prepared written policy analysis through reports, letters and testimony on impact of federal legislation and regulation on the states. Served as NSCL staff liaison to the West Virginia Legislature. Issue Areas: Education (early childhood education; elementary & secondary education…
Legislative Correspondent
United States Senate · Washington D.C. Metro Area
Provided legislative support to U.S. Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ) for a policy portfolio including: education, labor, pensions, small business, homeland security, agriculture, and nutrition. Managed constituent correspondence. Served as a liaison to constituent groups. Drafted detailed responses to constituents on behalf of the Senator. Drafted speeches, floor statements and background memos.
Aide to the Governor
Deputy Base Vote Director
Victory 2006 · New Jersey
Managed state and field operations on behalf of the Base Program Director.| Coordinated Pre-GOTV & Election Day logistics for Base Vote Program.| Contributed to messaging and literature development for distribution to African-American voters statewide.
Political Aide
Corzine for Governor
Served as a liaison between candidate and local elected officials regarding candidate’s schedule.| Hired and managed a staff of more than one dozen data-entry assistants.| Coordinated GOTV overlay program.
Education
Georgetown University
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