Susan Adams, Esq., CAE
Director of State Legislative & Regulatory Affairs at The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)- Claim this Profile
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Don Wesely
I worked for Susan as a lobbyist in the State of Nebraska representing the Humane Society of the United States. It was wonderful to work for Susan. She was very good about providing prompt answers to my questions and direction in difficult situations. I highly recommend her.
Kelley Dupps, M.Ed.
Susan was an amazing colleague -- always eager to help, creative problem-solver and hard worker. We worked together to pass humane legislation in several states as well as educating advocates on successful advocacy strategies.
Don Wesely
I worked for Susan as a lobbyist in the State of Nebraska representing the Humane Society of the United States. It was wonderful to work for Susan. She was very good about providing prompt answers to my questions and direction in difficult situations. I highly recommend her.
Kelley Dupps, M.Ed.
Susan was an amazing colleague -- always eager to help, creative problem-solver and hard worker. We worked together to pass humane legislation in several states as well as educating advocates on successful advocacy strategies.
Don Wesely
I worked for Susan as a lobbyist in the State of Nebraska representing the Humane Society of the United States. It was wonderful to work for Susan. She was very good about providing prompt answers to my questions and direction in difficult situations. I highly recommend her.
Kelley Dupps, M.Ed.
Susan was an amazing colleague -- always eager to help, creative problem-solver and hard worker. We worked together to pass humane legislation in several states as well as educating advocates on successful advocacy strategies.
Don Wesely
I worked for Susan as a lobbyist in the State of Nebraska representing the Humane Society of the United States. It was wonderful to work for Susan. She was very good about providing prompt answers to my questions and direction in difficult situations. I highly recommend her.
Kelley Dupps, M.Ed.
Susan was an amazing colleague -- always eager to help, creative problem-solver and hard worker. We worked together to pass humane legislation in several states as well as educating advocates on successful advocacy strategies.
Credentials
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Certificate of Completion in Facilitating Effective Strategic Planning Sessions
American Management AssociationAug, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
Certificate in Association Management
ASAEJun, 2013- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Association Executive (CAE)
ASAE: The Center for Association LeadershipFeb, 2021- Nov, 2024
Experience
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The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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200 - 300 Employee
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Director of State Legislative & Regulatory Affairs
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May 2010 - Present
Responsible for advancing the public policy objectives of ASHA by representing the Association in all phases of state legislative and regulatory advocacy on state licensing and certification. Ex officio to the Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact. Responsible for advancing the public policy objectives of ASHA by representing the Association in all phases of state legislative and regulatory advocacy on state licensing and certification. Ex officio to the Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact.
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The Humane Society of the United States
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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400 - 500 Employee
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State Legislative Specialist
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Jan 2007 - Jan 2010
- Analyzed new and updated legislation of interest - Drafted testimony and attended hearings on legislative issues - Lobbied issues with state legislators - Created and coordinated grassroots campaigns - Created legislative and issue factsheets for legislators and activists - Represented the HSUS at national conferences - Analyzed new and updated legislation of interest - Drafted testimony and attended hearings on legislative issues - Lobbied issues with state legislators - Created and coordinated grassroots campaigns - Created legislative and issue factsheets for legislators and activists - Represented the HSUS at national conferences
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American Chemistry Council
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United States
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Chemical Manufacturing
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100 - 200 Employee
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Manager, State Affairs & Grassroots
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Mar 2005 - Jan 2007
- Created and coordinated grassroots campaigns at State and Federal level - Created and distributed GOTV materials, including Legislative Scorecards and State Voting Guides - Lobbied issues with State and Federal legislators - Analyzed new and updated legislation of interest to the industry - Represented ACC in energy efficiency coalitions - Maintained take action portion of website with news updates and take action components - Managed vendors to support grassroots and… Show more - Created and coordinated grassroots campaigns at State and Federal level - Created and distributed GOTV materials, including Legislative Scorecards and State Voting Guides - Lobbied issues with State and Federal legislators - Analyzed new and updated legislation of interest to the industry - Represented ACC in energy efficiency coalitions - Maintained take action portion of website with news updates and take action components - Managed vendors to support grassroots and legislative databases Show less - Created and coordinated grassroots campaigns at State and Federal level - Created and distributed GOTV materials, including Legislative Scorecards and State Voting Guides - Lobbied issues with State and Federal legislators - Analyzed new and updated legislation of interest to the industry - Represented ACC in energy efficiency coalitions - Maintained take action portion of website with news updates and take action components - Managed vendors to support grassroots and… Show more - Created and coordinated grassroots campaigns at State and Federal level - Created and distributed GOTV materials, including Legislative Scorecards and State Voting Guides - Lobbied issues with State and Federal legislators - Analyzed new and updated legislation of interest to the industry - Represented ACC in energy efficiency coalitions - Maintained take action portion of website with news updates and take action components - Managed vendors to support grassroots and legislative databases Show less
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Stateside Associates
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United States
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Government Relations Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Regulatory Counsel
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Mar 2003 - Mar 2005
- Analyzed new and updated environmental regulations in the United States - Created regulatory compliance manuals for Fortune 500 companies. - Analyzed new and updated environmental regulations in the United States - Created regulatory compliance manuals for Fortune 500 companies.
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Regulatory Research Associate
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Mar 1997 - May 2002
- Analyzed new and updated environmental regulations in Europe, Asia and the United States - Composed and edited Euro Chemicals Report for worldwide distribution. - Created regulatory compliance manuals for Fortune 500 companies. - Analyzed new and updated environmental regulations in Europe, Asia and the United States - Composed and edited Euro Chemicals Report for worldwide distribution. - Created regulatory compliance manuals for Fortune 500 companies.
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Education
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1998 - 2002
University of Baltimore School of Law
JD, International/Environmental Law -
1995 - 1996
Towson University
BS, Business Administration -
1984 - 1989
Richard Montgomery H.S.
Diploma
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