Ben Goodman

Council for a Strong America Total Duration3 yrs 10 mos TitleActing National Director, Mission: Readiness Dates EmployedJun 2018 – Present Employment Duration6 mos Mission: Readiness is a national security organization of over 750 retired generals and admirals who advocate for research-based education and nutrition policies that help mitigate the major barriers that keep 71% of young Americans from being able to serve in the military. Members support public policies and investments that prepare children to stay in school, in shape, and out of trouble so that productive citizenship, including military service should they desire, are on the table. i18n_media-proxy-image_icon i18n_media-proxy-image_icon i18n_media-proxy-image_icon TitleAssociate National Director, Champions for America's Future Dates EmployedJul 2017 – Present Employment Duration1 yr 5 mos Champions for America's Future is a national network of over 400 prominent athletes, coaches, and sports leaders advocating for smart public policies that level the playing field for at-risk kids. This media is a link Johnny "The Jet" Rodgers on Early Childhood Education Johnny "The Jet" Rodgers on Early Childhood Education i18n_media-proxy-image_icon Federal Parent Coaching Program Federal Parent Coaching Program TitleAssociate Director, Mission: Readiness Dates EmployedJan 2017 – Jun 2018 Employment Duration1 yr 6 mos TitleSenior Associate, Mission: Readiness Dates EmployedFeb 2015 – Jan 2017 Employment Duration2 yrs U.S. House of Representatives Company NameU.S. House of Representatives Total Duration3 yrs 1 mo TitleLegislative Assistant & Press Assistant Dates EmployedJun 2013 – Jan 2015 Employment Duration1 yr 8 mos LocationWashington D.C. Metro Area Provided policy analysis and recommendations on a legislative portfolio including healthcare, veterans affairs, natural resources, oceans and fisheries, small business, economic development, Social Security, trade, manufacturing and foreign affairs. ... See more This media is a document i18n_media-proxy-image_icon i18n_media-proxy-image_icon TitleStaff Assistant Dates EmployedJan 2012 – May 2013 Employment Duration1 yr 5 mos LocationWashington D.C. Metro Area Provided analysis on issues concerning foreign affairs, Social Security, oceans and fisheries, small business, and the U.S. Postal Service. Maintained correspondence management system and assisted in drafting timely ... See more U.S. House of Representatives Intern Company NameU.S. House of Representatives Dates EmployedJan 2011 – Aug 2011 Employment Duration8 mos LocationWashington D.C. Metro Area Conducted data research and created briefing and messaging materials, including content for use by House fair trade coalition during consideration of 2011 trade agreements. Fielded constituent calls and drafted personalized response letters. Assisted legislative staff in preparing meeting briefing materials, press releases, and remarks. University of Maine - Office of Student Financial Aid Administrative Aide I Company NameUniversity of Maine - Office of Student Financial Aid Dates EmployedSep 2008 – Dec 2010 Employment Duration2 yrs 4 mos LocationOrono, ME Assisted with processing of student income verification and loan processing documents. Aided in efforts to update document record system. U.S. House of Representatives Page Company NameU.S. House of Representatives Dates EmployedJul 2007 – Aug 2007 Employment Duration2 mos LocationWashington D.C. Metro Area Assisted Office of the Clerk staff in maintaining day-to-day operations on the floor of the U.S. House. Provided support and assistance to Members of Congress during floor debate and ensured collection of materials for inclusion and voting record in the Congressional Record. Education University of Maine University of Maine Degree NameB.A. Field Of StudyPolitical Science Grade3.7 out of 4.0 Dates attended or expected graduation 2008 – 2012 Activities and Societies: Vice President, Senior Skull Society; Student Trustee, University of Maine System Board of Trustees; Sophomore Owls Honor Society; National Council Chair, College Democrats of America; President, Maine College Democrats; Senior Senator, University of Maine Student Government, Inc.; Weekday morning host, WMEB Radio; Fundraising Chair, Class of 2012 Council Graduated Summa Cum Laude; Dean's List: All Semesters; Highest Honors (Thesis: "The Democratization of the Democratic Party: An Analysis of Democratic Party Reform, 1972-2008," Dr. Mark Brewer, Ph.D, Advisor). Kennebunk High School Kennebunk High School Dates attended or expected graduation 2004 – 2008 Volunteer Experience Jewish National Fund Marketing/PR Chair, Washington, D.C. Board Company NameJewish National Fund Dates volunteeredApr 2017 – Present Volunteer duration1 yr 8 mos Jewish National Fund