Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Campaign Experience
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Michelle Mattus

Michelle Mattus

Arlington,VA

Summary

Professional with a strong background in strategic planning, writing, and policy. Adapts to fluid situations and effectively communicates with stakeholders, ensuring seamless coordination and responsiveness to evolving needs. Skilled in data analysis, communications, and management, bringing a comprehensive skill set to drive successful outcomes.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Media Manager

Rob for PA
07.2024 - 11.2024
  • Digital Campaign spokesperson for US Congressman Rob Bresnahan in battleground district, PA-08.
  • Managed social media strategy and content creation for X, Facebook, and Instagram.
  • Integrated social media content with digital media including website, newsletters, and media alerts.
  • Generated over 1.5 million impressions on X, including 103,600 media impressions.
  • In the last 28 days of the election, produced 129 pieces of content for Facebook, outproducing the 75th percentile of similar campaigns by over 100%.

Campaign Manager

Maria Montero for US Congress
11.2023 - 04.2024
  • Enhanced campaign performance by developing and implementing targeted voter engagement strategies.
  • Developed policy positions and wrote public statements outlining stances.
  • Utilized social media advantageously for free and persuasive media.
  • Worked with traditional media to obtain coverage of key events.
  • Conducted thorough post-campaign analysis to identify successes, areas for improvement, and roadmap for future races.

Campaign Manager

Allaire Moran for Upper Providence Commissioner
01.2023 - 11.2023
  • Created grassroots campaign initiatives mobilizing local support.

Candidate

State Representative, PA State House District 162
01.2022 - 11.2022
  • Won the GOP primary, becoming the Republican Nominee.
  • Engaged in public speaking at campaign and community events.
  • Interacted with tens of thousands of voters and personally knocked on over 10,500 doors.

Borough Councilor, Elected Official

Borough of Ridley Park, PA
01.2020 - 01.2024
  • Served as head of Communications.
  • Provided leadership through the unprecedented challenges of Covid-related shut-downs and recovery.
  • Collaborated with other council members to develop strategic plans for community growth.
  • Participated in budget planning sessions, ensuring responsible allocation of funds for key projects and programs.

Campaign Manager

Rob Jordan for US Congress
01.2020 - 05.2020
  • Handled nomination petitions, legal challenges, and election day operations.
  • Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts and ensuring adherence to established timelines and budgets.

Partner, Business Producer

Blue Ridge National (PCF Since 2021)
01.2019 - 06.2022
  • Managed multi-million-dollar book of business.
  • Prospected new business accounts.
  • Navigated company through acquisition deal with total consideration equaling over $7,300,000.00.
  • Completed rigorous due-diligence requirements to facilitate sale of the company.

Insurance Risk Advisor – Family Office Specialist

Lyons Companies
09.2018 - 09.2020
  • Advised high net worth clients on risk management strategies.
  • Built strong relationships with external auditors and regulators, ensuring alignment on best practice standards for risk management.
  • Conducted thorough financial analyses to identify potential risks associated with various investment opportunities.

Account Manager/ Office Manager

TKO Insurance Agency LLC
06.2013 - 09.2018
  • Managed licensing and compliance in a highly regulated industry.
  • Maintained high client retention rate by providing exceptional customer service and anticipating client needs.

Director of Public Engagement

Independence Seaport Museum
07.2010 - 06.2013
  • Managed Visitor Services Operations, Public Programming, Outreach staff and over 200 volunteers.
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Established engaging public programming which dramatically increased visitation to the museum.

Education

BFA - Ceramics

Temple University - Tyler School of Art
Elkins Park

Regional Fellowship - Burke To Buckley

National Review Institute
Philadelphia, PA
01-2018

Certificate - Politics & Leadership

Anne Anstine Excellence in Public Service Series
Harrisburg, PA
01-2014

Skills

  • Communications: Strategy, Writing, Public Relations, Press Management, Briefings, Digital Communications, Content Creation, Speech Writing, Public Speaking
  • Administrative: Scheduling, Logistics, Event Planning, Project Management, Staff Management, Workflows, File Management, Internal Communications, Fundraising
  • Technical: Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, WordPress, AI, Win Red, Crimson, Numinar, Phone Burner, GOP Envoy, Aadvantage, iWalk360, Constant Contact, Canva, Video Editing, Word, Excel, Outlook, Acrobat, Epic, Zoom, Skype, Teams, Dropbox, Drive (Generally technologically agile and adept)

Additional Campaign Experience

  • Dave Galluch for US Congress, Field Operations Volunteer, 162nd District, 2022
  • Mary Hopper for State Representative, Campaign Volunteer, 2018
  • Mary Hopper for Delaware County Sheriff, Campaign Volunteer, 2015, 2017
  • Tom McGarrigle for State Senate, Campaign Volunteer, 2014, 2018
  • Pat Meehan for Congress, Campaign Volunteer, 2010-2018
  • Nick Miccarelli for State Representative, Campaign Volunteer, 2012-2016

Timeline

Social Media Manager

Rob for PA
07.2024 - 11.2024

Campaign Manager

Maria Montero for US Congress
11.2023 - 04.2024

Campaign Manager

Allaire Moran for Upper Providence Commissioner
01.2023 - 11.2023

Candidate

State Representative, PA State House District 162
01.2022 - 11.2022

Borough Councilor, Elected Official

Borough of Ridley Park, PA
01.2020 - 01.2024

Campaign Manager

Rob Jordan for US Congress
01.2020 - 05.2020

Partner, Business Producer

Blue Ridge National (PCF Since 2021)
01.2019 - 06.2022

Insurance Risk Advisor – Family Office Specialist

Lyons Companies
09.2018 - 09.2020

Account Manager/ Office Manager

TKO Insurance Agency LLC
06.2013 - 09.2018

Director of Public Engagement

Independence Seaport Museum
07.2010 - 06.2013

BFA - Ceramics

Temple University - Tyler School of Art

Regional Fellowship - Burke To Buckley

National Review Institute

Certificate - Politics & Leadership

Anne Anstine Excellence in Public Service Series
Michelle Mattus