“Brian is one of the most outstanding speakers I have ever heard. As the keynote of our annual event in the Idaho State Capitol, Brian's speech was rated as the "favorite part" of the two days by many attendees. He is smart, engaging, witty, and motivational. I cannot recommend anyone better than him to liven up your event.”
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I work on issues and challenges that matter, help people understand why they should care,…
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Experience
Education
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Activities and Societies: Customs orientation program for first-year students; Honor Code Orienteer; volunteering and tutoring in Philadelphia homeless shelters for all four years; Ford S-Chords (a cappella singing group); Serendipity Day Camp counselor; member of the Joint Student-Administration Alcohol Policy Panel; intramural sports.
Received departmental honors.
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Licenses & Certifications
Volunteer Experience
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Board Member
Conservation Voters for Idaho
- 7 years 5 months
Environment
Served as Chairman, 2016-18
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Baritone
Boise Philharmonic Master Chorale
- Present 6 years 11 months
Arts and Culture
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Trustee (Board Member)
Boise School District
- 2 years 1 month
Education
Honors & Awards
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2014 PR Awards
Idaho Press Club
Public Affairs Campaign – PR
1st: Strategies 360 – “Climate Change and Wildfires"
2nd: Strategies 360 – “Laguna Pointe”
3rd: Strategies 360 – “Wages and Workers' Rights”
Media Campaign – PR
1st: Strategies 360 – “Idaho Gives 2014”
Editorial Writing – PR
1st: Strategies 360 – “Wages & Workers' Rights/Idaho State AFL-CIO”
Public Service Campaign – PR
2nd: Strategies 360 – “Idaho Gives 2014 PSA”
3rd: Strategies 360 – “IDeal College Savings Plan"
…Public Affairs Campaign – PR
1st: Strategies 360 – “Climate Change and Wildfires"
2nd: Strategies 360 – “Laguna Pointe”
3rd: Strategies 360 – “Wages and Workers' Rights”
Media Campaign – PR
1st: Strategies 360 – “Idaho Gives 2014”
Editorial Writing – PR
1st: Strategies 360 – “Wages & Workers' Rights/Idaho State AFL-CIO”
Public Service Campaign – PR
2nd: Strategies 360 – “Idaho Gives 2014 PSA”
3rd: Strategies 360 – “IDeal College Savings Plan"
News Releases – PR
2nd: Strategies 360 – “Direct Local Food”
Internal – PR
2nd: Strategies 360 – “Wages & Workers' Rights: Newsletter”
Special Purpose Publication – PR
2nd: Strategies 360 – “Your Profession. Your Career. Your IEA”
3rd: Strategies 360 – “Growing our Local Economy: Expanding Boise Centre” -
Social Responsibility Award
Leadership Boise Alumni Association
The Social Responsibility Award is presented to an individual whose extraordinary public service has made a positive impact on the community. This individual has chosen to give back to the community and serve others. The Boise Valley community is a better place because of the efforts of this individual.
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"Top 500 Influencer"
"Campaigns and Elections" magazine
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“Idaho Statesman of the Year”
Pi Sigma Alpha national political honor society, Idaho State University
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Rodel Fellow
Aspen Institute
One of 24 "rising stars in American politics" chosen for the 2011-13 cohort. Leaders selected demonstrated a proclivity to approach policy issues in a thoughtful manner and a willingness to work "across the aisle."
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A+ Friend of Education Award
Idaho Education Association, the state's teachers union.
Recognized for leadership on education policy issues and advocacy for teachers, students, and families alike.
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“Ag All-Star”
Food Producers of Idaho
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Accomplished Under 40
Idaho Business Review
Languages
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English
Native or bilingual proficiency
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Spanish
Professional working proficiency
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German
Elementary proficiency
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