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Robert Perks

Rockville

Summary

Innovative campaign strategist with proven track record in leading teams and driving advocacy results. Possesses in-depth knowledge of public relations and strategic planning, coupled with exceptional skills in stakeholder engagement and budget management. Committed to delivering impactful results that foster long-term success and sustainability.

Work History

Managing Director, Campaigns & External Affairs

NATURAL RESOURCES DEFENSE COUNCIL
  • Managed a large team of federal and state-based campaign experts responsible for developing/executing strategies nationwide to achieve NRDC’s policy objectives.
  • Directed large-scale initiatives from inception to completion on time/budget to achieve policy objectives.
  • Oversaw a multi-million-dollar annual budget
  • Represented NRDC externally with partners, policy makers, funders, media, etc.
  • Additional roles at NRDC:
  • Director of Polling
  • Deputy Director of Programs
  • Director, Center for Advocacy Campaigns
  • Communications Director, Government Affairs

Acting Vice-President, Outreach & Communications

AMERICAN RIVERS
  • Managed staff in two departments.
  • Led organization through a re-branding process.
  • Oversaw national release of annual America’s Most Endangered Rivers report
  • Organized annual National River Cleanup Week.
  • Launched "Act for Healthy Rivers" national advocacy campaign.

Executive Director

PAMLICO-TAR RIVER FOUNDATION
  • Increased membership by 24% in 18 months.

National Field Director

PUBLIC EMPLOYEES FOR ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY
  • Established/managed a network of field offices in more than two dozen states.

State Outreach Director

U.S. SENATOR MAX BAUCUS

Grassroots Coordinator

CHESAPEAKE BAY FOUNDATION

Canvass Director

U.S. PUBLIC INTEREST RESEARCH GROUP

Education

Certification - Organizer Training & Supervising Organizers Training

MIDWEST ACADEMY
Chicago, IL

M.S. - Environmental Policy & Non-profit Management

UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA
Missoula, MT

Fellowship - English Literature

CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY

B.A. - History/Government

COLLEGE OF WILLIAM & MARY
Williamsburg, VA

Skills

  • Political Strategy
  • Campaign Expertise
  • Strategic Planning
  • Project Management
  • Public Relations
  • Team Leadership
  • Budget Oversight
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Public Opinion Research

Timeline

State Outreach Director

U.S. SENATOR MAX BAUCUS

Grassroots Coordinator

CHESAPEAKE BAY FOUNDATION

Canvass Director

U.S. PUBLIC INTEREST RESEARCH GROUP

M.S. - Environmental Policy & Non-profit Management

UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA

Fellowship - English Literature

CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY

Managing Director, Campaigns & External Affairs

NATURAL RESOURCES DEFENSE COUNCIL

Acting Vice-President, Outreach & Communications

AMERICAN RIVERS

Executive Director

PAMLICO-TAR RIVER FOUNDATION

National Field Director

PUBLIC EMPLOYEES FOR ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY

Certification - Organizer Training & Supervising Organizers Training

MIDWEST ACADEMY

B.A. - History/Government

COLLEGE OF WILLIAM & MARY

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