Expertise in labor policy, legislative strategy, and advocacy with over four decades of experience. A dedicated policy strategist, Bill has represented organized labor on Capitol Hill for much of his career—serving as Director of Government Affairs for the 12.5-million-member AFL-CIO from 2001 to 2024 and as chief lobbyist for the United Mine Workers of America from 1984 to 1995. He also held senior roles in the Clinton Administration, first as Associate Deputy Secretary of Labor under Robert Reich and later as Labor Policy Advisor to Vice President Al Gore. He is a graduate of Oberlin College and the George Washington University Law Center.
Carrie helps the NVG team by connecting clients with representatives and decision-makers in D.C. Carrie assists clients through media monitoring and compiling legislative updates. She attends policy briefings and academic webinars for clients and creates concise reports of all relevant updates for them. She focuses primarily on nutrition, healthcare access, vaccines, climate, and immigration. Carrie is a proud first-generation Chinese American who is very passionate about renewable energy, environmental justice, and immigration.
Expertise in civil rights, judicial nominations, privacy, tech, and education policy. A lawyer by training, Erinn is a passionate policy strategist, and coalition builder with over a decade of experience. She has broad experience at advocacy organizations and in the government, previously serving at the Department of Justice, National Women’s Law Center, and Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law.
Eli supports the NVG team by keeping clients informed of the latest legislative developments, agency actions, and media coverage within the health policy space. As an associate, he works with our clients on a wide range of health care and global health policy issues. Eli is deeply interested in health equity and the care economy.
Amy Rutkin is a veteran government/political leader with 25+ years of Capitol Hill experience as Chief of Staff to Rep. Jerrold Nadler and Staff Director of the House Judiciary Committee. Led the Committee through both impeachments of President Trump and highly-charged debates across the complex jurisdictions of criminal, immigration, IP, antitrust, and constitutional law. Steady in a crisis and thrives at developing and executing long-term campaigns.
Alice Alexeeva, an avid researcher, specializes in keeping clients informed of current legislative developments and industry trends in the AI, technology, IP, and media spaces. As a DC-area native, Alice has spent her life forging strong connections with passionate advocates and organizers that drive positive change to address equity and justice.
Life-long immigration advocate who brings a wealth of expertise and experience from her time in the Biden administration and at think tanks in Washington. Before joining NVG, she served as Senior Counselor to the Secretary of Homeland Security and Chief Advisor on Policy and Partnerships for the American Immigration Lawyers Association. She has also held leadership positions at the Center for American Progress, the Open Society Foundation, and the Center for American Progress Action Fund.
With a background in issue campaigns, Amber is a passionate organizer and strategist with experience in coalition building and partnerships. With over 5 years of experience in building relationships with organizations across the political landscape, Amber holds a strong network of advocates and activists. Amber has worked for a variety of political advocacy organizations, including The Hub Project and the Congressional Progressive Caucus Center. Amber’s work includes agriculture, nutrition, and housing policy.
Kate assists the NVG team by connecting clients with key decision-makers in Washington. She helps keep clients up-to-date on the Washington conversation by attending Congressional hearings, media monitoring, and assisting with our weekly report. Kate is deeply passionate about women’s issues as well as social policy and equity work.
Serves as a liaison between Congress and clients. Deeply passionate about partnership, accessibility, and bridge-building, Kasayah keeps clients in the know about the latest Hill actions and connects clients to the Hill, strategically making the Hill more accessible for clients. Kasayah also helps facilitate multicultural coalitions and alliance groups. She is particularly engaged in labor, health equity, and education policy.