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Grossman Solutions values its longstanding relationship with America Votes, and we’re thrilled to support them in finding a Senior Director of Finance and General Counsel.?? ? These are fantastic opportunities for leaders who are adept at balancing legal and financial integrity with the strategic flexibility required to win campaigns and who excel at problem solving, collaboration, and risk management. ? Please apply using the link below or message Britt Cocanour or Christina Heckart if you have questions or know someone who would be a great candidate.?

It's only fitting that our client spotlight on Election Day is an organization that has a long and proud history of building progressive power and mobilizing the electorate. We value our longstanding relationship with?America Votes?and have been honored to work with the AV senior team and state directors to find the country's best talent. America Votes and its partners, under the leadership of?Greg Speed?and?Daria Dawson, is a powerful coalition that's turning out millions of voters each and every cycle. Every vote counts, and America Votes is making sure the progressive coalition is making their voices heard. Whether you voted early or are voting today, together we are taking back our democracy and standing up for the issues we care about most!

Over the last few weeks ,we’ve been reflecting on some of the incredible leaders we’ve worked with over the last few years - as colleagues on campaigns and as partners in executive searches. Grossman Solutions prides itself on helping leaders lead.?It's leaders like Sara Schreiber and our very own Gabby Seay who make our work joyful. Today we are rooting for them and so many others?who are working nonstop to elect Kamala Harris the next President of the United States. Our client spotlights only scratched the surface of the hundreds of talented, dedicated leaders we collaborate with in the progressive movement. We’re grateful?to all of you for the work you're doing - good luck tomorrow!

Climate Power is driving the national conversation on climate and emboldening leaders to?take action. In the 2024 elections, Climate Power is educating and mobilizing Americans to vote for climate champions, bringing us one step closer to a healthy planet for future generations. We were thrilled to work with Lori Lodes, Claire Moser, and the team to find a Managing Director of Communications. Alex Glass is a veteran campaign strategist whose decades of experience and visionary leadership will help change the politics of climate. Please stay tuned for more client spotlights! Make sure you’re following us to see next week’s posts and to receive updates on future job opportunities. If you’d like to add a talented person to your team, please contact us to learn more about our work.?

Happy Halloween! What we find really scary are the attacks on our fundamental rights. The fight for reproductive justice has taken center stage in the upcoming elections; abortion rights will be on the ballot in ten states and remains a top issue for suburban women who vote in battleground states. Personal PAC has a long and proud history of protecting abortion rights in Illinois. We were honored to work with the PPAC Board of Directors to find a new President & CEO after 30 years – and just as Roe v. Wade was overturned. Sarah Garza Resnick is a fierce advocate, political strategist, and the perfect leader to meet the moment. We are grateful that a gifted leader like Sarah is protecting abortion access in the Midwest.

Democratic governors are building brighter futures for all Americans – expanding health care, creating good-paying jobs, protecting workers’ rights, and defending the right to vote. The Democratic Governors Association (DGA) is working tirelessly to elect Democratic governors to continue making progress on the issues we care about most. Right now we’re thrilled to be working with Meghan Meehan-Draper and the DGA team to find a strategic, collaborative leader to serve as Chief Financial Officer. The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of politics and finance and is a creative problem solver who has a deep commitment to the DGA’s mission. Please apply by clicking below or contact?Britt Cocanour or Christina Heckart for more information - or to share your ideas of potential candidates!?

“Never underestimate a public school teacher.” -Vice presidential nominee and former educator Gov. Tim Walz. Public education is a cornerstone of democracy. Every student has the right to a quality public education and deserves a safe learning environment to thrive and grow. Grossman Solutions was thrilled to partner with the?National Education Association?and?Kim Anderson?to name?Jennifer Clutter, CPA?as the new Chief Financial Officer. Jen is a strategic leader who has dedicated her entire career to fulfilling NEA’s mission of advancing excellence in public education. We’re grateful that the NEA and its three million members are getting out the vote as we speak to elect Kamala Harris, Tim Walz, and candidates who support strong public schools and strong unions.?

Courts are now on the frontline in the battleground for democracy. In the wake of the 2016 election, a dedicated and spirited group of lawyers left coveted jobs and beloved colleagues to start an organization that could combat these unprecedented legal attacks: Democracy Forward. The innovative team took the Trump administration to court more than 100 times, securing victories that stopped abuses of power and improved the lives of millions. We’ve been honored to work with a dynamic leader like Skye Perryman (she/her) as she builds her mission-driven, talented team.?With a growing staff of over 50, Democracy Forward has represented and partnered with over 370 organizations, institutions, and municipalities in legal matters to advance democracy and build collective power.

Effective communications are critical to any successful campaign. Strategic messaging, narrative building, and research can make all the difference. Grossman Solutions was thrilled to partner with two leaders in the field.?SBDigital?helps progressives tell their stories and produces compelling digital and paid media. We were excited to work with?Bret Wask?and?Sulli Norris-Cole?to find two talented leaders,?Alexandre Schaffer?and?Eric March. The?Research Collaborative?conducts innovative public opinion research that helps the progressive ecosystem break through the noise and win elections. We were happy to partner with?Mike Podhorzer?to find the Research Collaborative’s first Managing Director,?Derek Johnson. Please stay tuned for more client spotlights next week! And if you are looking to add a talented leader to your team, please contact us to learn more about our work.

Today’s spotlight is on an organization that fuels the progressive movement:?The Action Network. For more than a decade, Action Network?has built cutting-edge technology to help campaigns and movements effectively fundraise, organize, and mobilize. It was such a pleasure to work with?Brian Young?to find Action Network’s first Chief of Staff. Congratulations?Michelle Penson, and we look forward to seeing all the amazing innovations you and the team create for the movement!