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Brennan

Public Policy Lead

Enterprise SaaS Technology Company

University of Southern California
United States Naval War College, MA Defense and Strategic Studies

https://www.linkedin.com/in/brennanadelaide/

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Brennan has 8 years of experience at the intersection of public policy, technology, and communications. As a Public Policy Lead, Brennan helps shape how a leading collaboration platform engages with governments on issues like AI governance and digital trust. Previously, she served as Deputy Communications Director for the House Foreign Affairs Committee, drafting speeches, managing press strategy, and traveling internationally with Members of Congress during pivotal world events including the start of Russia's attack on Ukraine. Across roles in government, technology, and advocacy, Brennan has built expertise in policy strategy, strategic communications, and digital media. Her career highlights how strong writing, storytelling, and strategic thinking can open doors to impactful work.

Government & Public Sector

Technology

Communication and Marketing

Communications

Scholarship Recipient

Pell Grant Recipient

Worked 20+ Hours in School

Greek Life Member

Q1Career path

Technology

Public Policy

Communications

2:38

"That experience really sparked my love for tech and for problem problem solving."

Q2Main responsibilities

Public Policy

Legislation

Technology

1:06

"I focus on understanding emerging legislation in the US and internationally...my job is to help our teams prepare for what's coming."

Q3Day in the life

Technology Regulation

Public Policy

AI

1:25

"So it's fast moving, it's challenging, but it's incredibly rewarding."

Q4Most important skills - role

Government Relations

Public Policy

Communication

0:56

"In a role like mine, you need to be equal parts communicator and policy expert."

Q5Favorite parts - role

Ethics

Technology

Public Policy

0:49

"I know that I'm working toward the common good, rather than something that hurts people. So I like that."

Q6Biggest challenge - role

Resource Management

Public Policy

SaaS

0:50

"Probably not having the, the manpower. Um, I think, I think, or female power."

Q7Favorite parts - industry

Ethical Technology

Impactful Work

Technology Policy

0:43

"I feel like I'm helping ensure that tech supports people rather than creates new problems for them."

Q8Who thrives in industry

Relationship Building

Communication

Follow-Up

1:54

"Relationship building will get you everywhere."

Q9Wish known before - industry

Work-Life Balance

Public Sector vs. Tech

Culture Shock

1:42

"I went from work being life, uh, literally at all times...to having people that really, uh, respect your personal time."

Q10Entry-level positions

Public Policy

Internships

Technology

1:27

"Just a few years later, I was able to draw upon that skillset to start, um, a second part of my career. So do whatever you find interesting."

Q11Significant lesson - career

Relationship Building

Networking

Communication

1:15

"Making a connection now and keeping it will help you forever. And when you build bridges, that helps you forever."

Q12College ideas for success

Scrappiness

Career Driven

Time Management

1:12

"Because I had to be scrappy, that kind of got me everywhere. And scrappiness has pushed me forward in my career now."

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