Tashayla is a seasoned policy advocate and legislative expert with a record of driving impactful change in the public policy arena. She has held senior roles in influential organizations and government offices, shaping policy and fostering collaborations.
Tashayla served as the Vice President of Policy for Quality Schools Coalition. In that role she worked diligently to advance policy recommendations to both the state legislature and regulatory agencies in Missouri to allow public schools to flourish and better prepare students for success in college and careers.
Previously, as Director of Public Policy at the Civic Council of Greater Kansas City, Tashayla tracked policy developments that could impact some of Kansas City’s biggest companies and organizations.
As National Security Advisor to U.S. Senator Pat Roberts in Washington D.C., Tashayla had top secret clearance and tracked global developments that could impact our country and her allies. In addition to her national security focus, Tashayla’s portfolio included policy issues as diverse as regulatory reform, workforce development and education.
Person has been actively involved in the political sphere, assisting with various statewide campaigns, congressional activities, including the organization of Congressional Gold Medal Ceremonies, Joint Meetings of Congress, Presidential Inaugurations, and National Conventions.
She holds a BS in Political Science from Kansas State University and a master’s degree in Defense and Strategic Studies from the United States Naval War College.More...
Giovanni Sanchez
CMO@Catalyst
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Been working on marketing for over +10 years, creating a couple of succesful business and in the path of creating another one.
I help other business to either create or upgrade their online presence, and my team and I create the necessary assets to make it happen.More...
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Senior Business IT Analyst@MERCK
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Melissa Nerney, as a Senior Business IT Analyst at Merck, plays a vital role in bridging the gap between IT and business operations. She is responsible for analyzing business needs, designing and implementing IT solutions, and ensuring that the technology infrastructure aligns with business goals. Her expertise includes project management, data analysis, and system development. Melissa's role is critical in driving efficiency, productivity, and innovation within Merck through the strategic use of technology.More...