Advocacy Advice from a Nonprofit Leader Turned State Senate Majority Leader – with Sen. Eloise Vitelli - Episode 10

I had the opportunity to interview Maine Senate Majority Leader Eloise Vitelli. Her journey from nonprofit leader to legislative leader is both inspiring and exciting for what it tells us about the power of nonprofit advocacy, and how one person can build powerful influence over time.  She unpacks years of wisdom gained from advocating for progressive policies on both sides of the legislative process.  She shares powerful lessons learned from a successful multi-year campaign to pass major legislation, and so much more.

In this episode, you’ll get the inside scoop on:

• The single most important ingredient in your relationship with policymakers, and how to make it happen
• What it looks like – and what’s possible – when advocates and policymakers are working in perfect harmony
• The essential ingredients of a successful policy campaign
• Best strategies for lining up the right players’ support within a legislature
• Six strategic questions to ask when meeting with a legislator about a specific policy goal
• How to tailor your messaging to effectively engage different policymakers
• How to build a strong relationship from scratch with a legislator
• The three most common relationship killers to avoid

If you enjoyed this episode and found value in it, please reach out to Sen. Vitelli and let her know.  You can find her on her Maine Senate webpage, or you can email her at Eloise.Vitelli@gmail.com.  

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