Nonprofit Policy Caucus
The annual Nonprofit Policy Caucus is designed to bring leaders together to discuss changes in the policy landscape and how they affect the nonprofit sector.
The Center schedules this Caucus just after the electoral cycle so that nonprofit leaders can begin to reflect on new opportunities. Join us for this popular, virtual event focused on the New Policy Landscape for Nonprofits.
Please note: This virtual forum will NOT be recorded. Zoom link to join will be sent to all registrants by email a day or two before the session.
Panelists
Federal Panel:
Jessica Mendieta, National Council of Nonprofits
State Panel:
Anna Brown, Citizens Count
Michael Skelton, BIA (Business & Industry Association) of NH
Neil Levesque, Saint Anselm College New Hampshire Institute of Politics
About the Panelists
Jessica Mendieta joined the National Council of Nonprofits in September 2021 as a Policy Associate. In this role, Jessica researches and develops educational content about policies that affect the nationwide network. Her experience in the nonprofit and government sectors, as well has her background in data analysis & visualization, led her to find opportunities to show trends, indicators, and policies that impact organizations and communities. Jessica has served at the Federal City Council, New York City Mayor’s Office of Resiliency, and the New York City Department of Education.
Anna Brown is one of New Hampshire’s foremost experts on state government and policy. After completing her master’s degree in justice studies she began her career with Citizens Count, a nonprofit dedicated to providing unbiased information about New Hampshire democracy – including the roughly 2,000 bills and 1,000 candidates that move through the state every two years. She is a founding member of the New Hampshire Civic Learning Coalition, a member of the New Hampshire Center for Nonprofits Policy Committee, and a frequent commentator in local media. In 2024 she joined the UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law as Executive Director of the Rudman Center for Justice, Leadership, and Public Service.
Michael Skelton currently serves as President and CEO of the Business and Industry Association (BIA) of New Hampshire, the state's leading business advocate and statewide Chamber of Commerce. Previously, Michael served as President and CEO of the Greater Manchester Chamber, the state's largest regional Chamber of Commerce. In total, Michael has more than 15 years of leadership experience in the Chamber of Commerce industry and brings a background in public relations, media relations, economic development, and government affairs to his roles. Michael is a member of the Board of Trustees of Manchester’s historic Palace Theatre and was appointed by Governor Chris Sununu to serve as a Board member for the New Hampshire Housing Finance Authority.