Jason Shepherd

Current

• Republican Candidate at Georgia State House District 37
• Chairman at 11th Congressional District Republican Committee
• National Committeeman at Georgia Federation of Young Republican Clubs, Inc.

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Past

• Policy Analyst/Legislative Liaison at Georgia Department of Community Affairs
• 1st Vice Chairman at 11th Congressional District Republican Committee
• State Chairman of Georgia at Young Republican National Federation

• Public Education and Information Specialist at Office of the Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner
• Fourth Vice-Chairman at Georgia Republican Party
• Republican National Convention Blogger at Atlanta Journal Constitution
• Campaign Manager at Collins for Cobb County Commission Chairman
• Events and Special Projects Coordinator at John Linder for Congress
• Chief of Staff at State Senator Don Balfour
• Political Consultant/Account Manager at Landmark Communications
• Director of Public Relations at Plichta & Associates, Attorneys at Law
• Southeastern Regional Field Representative at College Republican National Committee
• Campaign Aide at Friends of Newt Gingrich

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Education

• John Marshall Law School
• Georgia State University
• The University of Georgia

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Recommended

3 people have recommended Jason

Connections

317 connections

Industry

Government Administration

Websites

• My Website
• My Company
• My School

Jason Shepherd’s Summary

Public relations professional with broad experience in political and governmental affairs.

Jason Shepherd’s Specialties:

Government and legislative affairs liaison, lobbying, direct mail design and coordination, media purchasing, campaign branding, web design, speech writing.

Jason Shepherd’s Experience

• Republican Candidate

  Georgia State House District 37

  (Political Organization industry)

  July 2009 — Present (5 months)

  Cobb County needs strong leaders in the legislature who are focused on our community’s priorities; job creation, better educational opportunities and lower taxes to help our families get through these tough economic times.
  
  Called a “natural leader” by former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, Jason Shepherd has been part of the Cobb County community for more than 11 years.
  
  Jim Wooten, Associate Editor of the Atlanta Journal Constitution, has written, "there is little doubt that the grand ideas of Ronald Reagan live...in young Americans such as Jason Shepherd."
  
  It’s time for new energy, new ideas and a fresh approach in District 37
  
  We want to invited you to join this group and invite your friends to join as well. Together we can make a difference in Georgia.
  
  In the 2010 Republican Primary and General Election, Vote Shep for Rep!

• Chairman

  11th Congressional District Republican Committee

  (Political Organization industry)

  November 2008 — Present (1 year 1 month)

• National Committeeman

  Georgia Federation of Young Republican Clubs, Inc.

  (Political Organization industry)

  May 2008 — Present (1 year 7 months)

  Represent the GFYRC on the Young Republican National Committee.

• Policy Analyst/Legislative Liaison

  Georgia Department of Community Affairs

  (Government Administration industry)

  November 2007 — March 2009 (1 year 5 months)

  Responsible for briefing members of the Georgia legislature on pending legislation that affects Georgia communities and economic development.
  
  Identify, analyze and track legislation that may effect the Department and work with division heads to determine what position the Department will take on the legislation.
  
  Coordinate with legislative affairs team on departmental legislative policies including passage of HB 1216 during the 2008 session.
  
  Assist with Local Assistance Grant (LAG) distribution including contracting with local governments and determine if LAG sub-recipients meet all compliance issues.
  
  Serve as the liaison with the Governor’s Office of Customer Service (OCS) to make sure DCA is meeting or exceeding all of the Governor’s customer service standards.
  
  Conduct training sessions for state employees and management of the OCS signature training program, The Art of Exceptional Customer Service.
  
  Draft op-eds and speeches for the Commissioner and other senior staff.
  
  Work with other state legislatures to determine best practices and develop policy goals for DCA programs including Section 8 Housing and rural economic development.
  
  Serve on the Leadership grant committee reviewing applications for grant funds from rural leadership programs submitted to the Fanning Institute at the University of Georgia.

• 1st Vice Chairman

  11th Congressional District Republican Committee

  (Political Organization industry)

  April 2007 — November 2008 (1 year 8 months)

• State Chairman of Georgia

  Young Republican National Federation

  (Political Organization industry)

  May 2006 — May 2008 (2 years 1 month)

• Public Education and Information Specialist

  Office of the Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner

  (Government Agency; 201-500 employees; Government Administration industry)

  August 2002 — October 2007 (5 years 3 months)

  • Responsible for editing and distribution of the DOI two monthly newsletters, The Insurance Facts which is distributed to more than 10,000 insurance professionals, and The Fire Wire which is distributed to fire safety professionals and first responders across the state.
  • Coordinate with the media to schedule press conferences and interviews.
  • Discuss policies and goals of the department with members of the Georgia Legislature to help the department’s legislative agenda and foster better dialogue between the branches of government.
  • Craft speeches, op-ed pieces and other communication materials on behalf of the Commissioner of Insurance.
  • Speak on behalf of the Commissioner and Department of Insurance on issues ranging from insurance policy and regulation to fire safety.

• Fourth Vice-Chairman

  Georgia Republican Party

  (Non-Profit; 11-50 employees; Political Organization industry)

  May 2001 — May 2005 (4 years 1 month)

• Republican National Convention Blogger

  Atlanta Journal Constitution

  (Public Company; 501-1000 employees; Newspapers industry)

  August 2004 — August 2004 (1 month)

  One of two members of the Georgia Delagation chosen by the Atlanta Journal and Constitution to blog from the Republican National Convention in New York.
  
  Submitted daily reports from the convention to the AJC for posting in their Politics 101 feature on www.ajc.com.

• Campaign Manager

  Collins for Cobb County Commission Chairman

  (Political Organization industry)

  June 2002 — August 2002 (3 months)

  • Coordinated all daily campaign operations.
  • Met with local community and political leaders to communicate the campaign’s message.
  • Organized press opportunities to generate earned media.
  • Crafted speeches, fliers and other materials designed to communicate specific policy positions.
  • Recruited and organized campaign volunteers and developed county-wide grassroots strategy.

• Events and Special Projects Coordinator

  John Linder for Congress

  (Political Organization industry)

  November 2001 — April 2002 (6 months)

  • Developed and coordinate events and campaign appearances for Congressman John Linder.
  • Led advance team to precede the Congressman to set up events with necessary campaign literature and other materials.
  • Worked closely with supporters to organize smaller, neighborhood events and meet-and-greets.
  • Worked with community event organizers to ensure the Congressman is represented at community events and festivals.
  • Designed fliers, brochures, invitations and other print material for the campaign.

• Chief of Staff

  State Senator Don Balfour

  (Government Agency; Legislative Office industry)

  January 2001 — November 2001 (11 months)

  • Worked with Legislative Counsel and the Senate Research Office to draft legislation.
  • Communicated the Senator's agenda with state and local press.
  • Oversaw the implication of the Senator's redistricting proposals working with locally elected county commission and school board members.

• Political Consultant/Account Manager

  Landmark Communications

  (Privately Held; 1-10 employees; Public Relations and Communications industry)

  February 2000 — May 2001 (1 year 4 months)

  • Oversaw development, printing and distribution of legislative newsletters for both Republican and Democrat members of the Georgia House and Senate.
  • Designed mass mail, brochures, newspaper ads and other printed media for the firm's clients including Representatives Brooks Coleman, Joe Wilkinson and Max Davis, Senators Billy Ray and Don Balfour, judicial and county level candidates and the Republican Party of Georgia.
  • Wrote and produce television commercials and radio ads.
  • Coordinated automated phone calls and polling.

• Director of Public Relations

  Plichta & Associates, Attorneys at Law

  (Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Law Practice industry)

  February 1999 — February 2000 (1 year 1 month)

  • Oversaw development and printing of promotional materials for the law firm.
  • Conducted client interviews; utilized interpersonal skills to maintain firm’s high profile
  • Developed firm’s website, www.atlantalaw.org.
  • Worked with local media on earned media opportunities to enhance the firm’s reputation.
  • Oversaw coordination of events and political fundraisers hosted by the firm for members of the Cobb County judicial community including District Attorney Pat Head and Solicitor Barry Morgan.

• Southeastern Regional Field Representative

  College Republican National Committee

  (Non-Profit; 11-50 employees; Political Organization industry)

  August 1999 — December 1999 (5 months)

  • Oversaw development of 40 new College Republican clubs in Virginia, Tennessee, Kentucky, Georgia and Florida.
  • Recruited over 400 new College Republican members.
  • Trained more than 100 new College Republican leaders on how to run a club, new member recruitment and political involvement.
  • Worked with the Republican National Committee on targeted Delegate and Senate races in Virginia.

• Campaign Aide

  Friends of Newt Gingrich

  (Non-Profit; 11-50 employees; Political Organization industry)

  February 1998 — February 1999 (1 year 1 month)

  • Assisted with the management of the Speaker's national data base of fundraising contacts.
  • Assisted with advance work for campaign and other political events including two National Town Hall meetings.
  • Worked with the media director to coordinate and assist members of the national media.
  • Assisted with volunteer coordination.
  • Responsible for organizing all incoming campaign contributions according to Federal Election Commission rules and standards.

Jason Shepherd’s Education

• John Marshall Law School

  JD , Law , 2006 — 2010 (expected)

  Activities and Societies:

  member, Federalist Society

• Georgia State University

  none , Public Relations, Economics , 2003 — 2006

  minor degree equivalent course work in journalism, specializing in public relations and economics.

• The University of Georgia

  BA , Political Science , 1994 — 1997

  Recieved four year BA degree in three years.

  Activities and Societies:

  The Red & Black University Newspaper, University Union - Assistant Coordinator of Visual Arts, Creswell Community Council - Vice President, Wesley Foundation, Prince Avenue Baptist Church, College Republicans, Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Chapter.

Additional Information

Jason Shepherd’s Websites:

• My Website
• My Company
• My School

Jason Shepherd’s Interests:

Blogging, genealogical research, traveling, writing.

Jason Shepherd’s Groups:

Heritage Foundation, Federalist Society Atlanta Chapter, Georgia Public Policy Foundation, Atlanta Press Club, Southern Center for International Studies, Sons of the American Revolution, Coverdell Leadership Institute, Republican National Committee Campaign Management College, Riverstone Church, Young Republicans

•    The Official John McCain - Sarah Palin 2008 Group
•    Republican National Committee
•    Cobb County Young Republicans
•    United Housing Authorities
•    Your Business Accelerator

Jason Shepherd’s Honors:

Honorary Appointment, State Fire Marshall, 2007 (Commissioner John Oxendine)
Faithful Service Award from the State of Georgia 2007
Georgia Federation of Young Republican Clubs Club Newsletter of the Year 2007
Special Recognition from the Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA), 2007
Young Republican National Federation Statewide Newsletter of the Year 2006
Young Republican National Federation Club Website of the Year 2006
Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities, 2006
Young Republican National Federation Man of the Year 2005
Honorary Appointment, Kentucky Colonel, 2006
Official Blogger for the Atlanta Journal Constitution covering 2004 Republican National Convention
Honorary Appointment, Georgia Lt. Colonel, 2003 (Governor Sonny Perdue)
Honorary Appointment, Georgia Lt. Colonel, 2001 (Governor Roy Barnes)

Jason Shepherd’s Contact Settings

Interested In:

• career opportunities
• consulting offers
• new ventures
• job inquiries
• expertise requests
• business deals
• reference requests
• getting back in touch