Helen Smith
About Helen Smith
Helen Smith is the Research Director at the Democratic Governors Association, a position she has held since 2023. She has previously worked in various research roles, including Deputy Research Director and Senior Advisor for Research at the Democratic State Committee and as a Research Consultant.
Current Role at Democratic Governors Association
Helen Smith serves as the Research Director at the Democratic Governors Association (DGA) since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing research initiatives that support the organization's strategic objectives. Her position involves analyzing political trends and providing data-driven insights to inform decision-making within the organization.
Previous Experience at DSCC
Helen Smith held multiple roles at the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee (DSCC). She worked as Deputy Research Director from 2020 to 2021, where she contributed to research efforts in Phoenix, Arizona. Following this, she served as Senior Advisor for Research from 2021 to 2023 in the Washington DC-Baltimore Area, focusing on enhancing the committee's research capabilities.
Consulting and Fellowship Experience
In 2019, Helen Smith worked as a Research Consultant while self-employed for three months. Additionally, she was a Campaign Manager Fellow at the Blue Leadership Collaborative for three months in the same year. These experiences provided her with a broad understanding of campaign strategies and research methodologies.
Educational Background
Helen Smith earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from George Mason University, where she pursued a double major in Sociology with a concentration in Global Sociology and Government & International Politics. Her studies spanned from 2010 to 2013, equipping her with a solid foundation in social sciences and political analysis.