Olivia Paulhac
About Olivia Paulhac
Olivia Paulhac serves as the Major Donor Director at the Democratic Governors Association, a position she has held since 2021. With a background in political fundraising and campaign management, she has previously worked in various roles for political campaigns and organizations.
Current Role at Democratic Governors Association
Olivia Paulhac serves as the Major Donor Director at the Democratic Governors Association (DGA) since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for cultivating relationships with major donors to support the organization's fundraising efforts. The DGA focuses on electing Democratic governors and supporting their initiatives across the United States. Paulhac's position is critical in ensuring the financial resources necessary for the DGA's operations and campaign strategies.
Previous Experience in Political Campaigns
Prior to her current role, Olivia Paulhac held various positions within political campaigns. She worked as the Call Time Manager for Brad Schneider for Congress in 2019, where she managed donor outreach efforts. Additionally, she served as the Deputy Major Donor Director at the DGA for seven months in 2021. Her experience also includes a role as Deputy Colorado Finance Director for Hickenlooper For Colorado from 2019 to 2020, and as a Field Organizer for Bredesen for U.S. Senate in 2018.
Educational Background
Olivia Paulhac studied at Northwestern University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree with a focus on Political Science, History, and Legal Studies. She also attended Queen Mary University of London, where she studied History and Political Science. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in political theory and practice, which supports her work in political fundraising and campaign management.
Internship Experience
Olivia Paulhac has gained valuable experience through various internships. In 2016, she worked as an Infrastructure Compliance Intern at ICAP Financial Services, LLC for two months. Additionally, she interned at the Office of the Illinois Secretary of Education in 2017, where she contributed for two months. These internships allowed her to develop skills relevant to her career in political fundraising and campaign operations.