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Staff News

Hannah Lemek joins the Public Policy & Advocacy team reporting to Brian O’Connor, Director of PPA, in the position of Advocacy Manager. In this role, Hannah will serve as a senior lobbyist before the General Assembly and state agencies. She will assist in planning, developing and managing CCM’s annual state legislative programs and strategies, and analyze policy on complex issues and represents CCM on various commissions and panels.

Hannah, a resident of Bristol, received a BA in Political Science from the University of St. Joseph. Prior to joining CCM Hannah held the position of Lobbyist for Penn Lincoln Strategies and Press Secretary for Connecticut Senate Republicans.

Welcome Hannah!

Erica Soares joins the Public Policy & Advocacy team working with Brian O’Connor, Director of PPA, in the position of Public Policy & Advocacy Intern. In this role, Erica will support the Public Policy & Advocacy team during the legislative session by monitoring various legislation committees and working with the General Assembly with a focus on Young People First.

Erica, a resident of Waterbury, is currently pursuing an MS in Strategic Communication with a focus on public relations and leadership. Erica is also working with the Waterbury Police Activity League as a CT PAL Chapters Liaison.

Welcome Erica!

Work Anniversaries

15 Years:

• George Rafael; Associate Deputy Director

20 Years:

• Sandra Amado; Administrative Associate, Public Policy & Advocacy

• Dave Higgins, Office Services Manager