Jessica Widhalm
About Jessica Widhalm
Jessica Widhalm is the Communications Director at Hagerty Consulting, where she has worked since 2020. She has extensive experience in political communications and legislative affairs, having held various positions at the U.S. House of Representatives and FEMA.
Work at Hagerty
Jessica Widhalm has served as the Communications Director at Hagerty Consulting since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for managing communications strategies and enhancing the firm's public relations efforts. Her experience in political communications and legislative affairs informs her approach to external communications. Widhalm's tenure at Hagerty has allowed her to leverage her extensive background in government communications to support the firm's objectives in Washington, DC.
Experience at U.S. House of Representatives
Jessica Widhalm held multiple positions at the U.S. House of Representatives from 2012 to 2017. She began as the Scheduling Director, later advancing to Deputy Chief of Staff, and eventually served as Chief of Staff for one year. Additionally, she acted as Chief of Staff for a brief period in 2015. Her roles involved managing legislative affairs and supporting congressional operations, contributing to her comprehensive understanding of government processes.
FEMA Career
Widhalm worked at FEMA from 2017 to 2020, where she held key positions including Director of Congressional Affairs and Director of the Office of External Affairs. In these roles, she led external and congressional affairs, developing strategies to enhance communication between the agency and legislative bodies. Her work at FEMA further solidified her expertise in managing communications for government agencies.
Education and Expertise
Jessica Widhalm earned her Master’s Degree in Public Policy from George Mason University, studying from 2014 to 2016. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Government & International Politics/Communications from the same institution, completing her studies from 2008 to 2012. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in legislative affairs and political communications.
Background
Widhalm has a proven track record in managing communications strategies for government entities. Her extensive experience includes various roles at the U.S. House of Representatives and FEMA, where she developed a strong background in legislative affairs. This experience has equipped her with the skills necessary to navigate complex political environments and effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders.