RANDY TERRELL
12451 Centralia St., #C34, Lakewood, CA 90715 ▪ (562) 212-0230
randy@randyterrell.net
OBJECTIVE
Highly motivated intellectual with deep community ties; looking to transform competitive drive into financial success. Passionate about business and politics—searching for a political services/governmental affairs organization that needs an innovative leader with enthusiasm to reach new heights.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
- Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local government affairs; 12 years experience
- Highly effective in advocating public positions before diverse audiences and large crowds
- Strong ability to work independently with elected leaders in complex political and local situations
- Formidable verbal and written communication skills
- Skilled in utilizing internet technologies for strategic execution and effectiveness
- Leadership in coordinating and developing major campaigns
- Unique ability to motivate and inspire others
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Political Consulting
- Devised and conducted the “No on Measure I” campaign – Long Beach Parcel Tax Measure; defeating a formidable proponent that spent 700% more
- Innovative and savvy media relations and messaging
- Penetrating grassroots campaign and ubiquitous web presence
- Investigated, researched, analyzed, and conceived bold communications strategies (Political Dynamics, Long Beach City Auditor Laura Doud Campaign)
- Coordinated direct mail efforts for over 100 campaigns: design, print, message, list management, and mailing services (Croshaw Printing and Direct Mail; Political Dynamics)
- Designed innovative literature and mailers
- Orchestrated compelling media events, garnering coverage from local and national broadcast stations, Associated Press, Nightline, and Wall Street Journal (Darrrell Issa campaign)
Government Affairs and Community Relations
- Monitored local government legislation for Port of Los Angeles tenants affected by recent Port developments.
- Researched federal legislation for Congressman Ed Royce; developing constituent correspondence on key issues
- Revamped the Long Beach Junior Chamber reputation by organizing the following successful events: “First 100 Days Luncheon” for Mayor Bob Foster, Miss Long Beach Pageant, and Back to School Children’s Shopping Spree
- Recommended, developed, and produced the “Back to Basics...Forward to Victory” campaign for the Long Beach Republican Party through the Long Beach Lincoln Club Straw Poll Dinner
Marketing and Business Development
- Launched Political Dynamics with creative “Re-elect Santa” direct mail and website campaign in the run up to local elections
- Implemented marketing and innovative strategies: e-zines, community outreach, and networking which launched Croshaw Printing and Direct Mail and Svorinich & Associates into new territories
- Connected with key stakeholders at Port of Long Beach and Greater Long Beach area (Svorinich and Associates)
- Sold packages ranging from $300 to $ 6,000; ranked the number three salesperson in the world with over $170,000 revenue (Arthur Murray Dance Studios)
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Account Manager
Svorinich & Associates, San Pedro, CA, June 2008-November 2008
Account Manager
Croshaw Printing and Direct Mail, Long Beach, CA, October 2006-May 2008
Owner, Political Consultant, Community Advisor
Political Dynamics, Long Beach, CA, July 2005-December 2007
Sales and Dance Specialist
Arthur Murray Dance Studio, Lake Forest, CA, September 2004-July 2005
Campaign Manager/Treasurer
Rob Webb for City Council, Long Beach, CA, October 1999-July 2000, October 2003-September 2004
L.A. County Field Representative
Darrell Issa/Peter Ueberroth for Governor, Costa Mesa, CA May 2003-September 2003
Senior D.C. Legislative Intern
Congressman Ed Royce (CA-40), Washington, D.C., September 2001-December 2001
Deputy Campaign Manager
Rudy Svorinich for State Assembly (CA-54), May 2000-November 2000
Legislative Intern
Lungren for Governor, November 1997-November 1998
EDUCATION
Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA |
George Washington University, Washington, D.C BA: Political Science, 2003 |
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
- Leadership Long Beach Class of 2008
- Long Beach Lincoln Club, Vice-Chairman 2007-Present
- Long Beach Area Republican Party, Vice Chairman 2007-Present
- Fairfield Family YMCA, Sustaining Campaign Chairman & Board Member 2007-Present
- LBPost.com, Weekly Contributor, “Political Notebook” 2007-Present
- Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce, Member & Governmental Affairs Committee 2006-Present
- Cerritos Chamber of Commerce Member & Governmental Affairs Committee 2006-2008
- Long Beach Junior Chamber, Vice President Community Development 2006- 2007
- Uptown Long Beach Y's Men Club, Member1996-Present
*Reference provided upon request