Ronald F. Bilbao
About Ronald F. Bilbao
Ronald F. Bilbao serves as the VP and Head of Public Affairs for North America at REEF, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in public affairs, having held various positions in organizations such as the Florida Education Association and the ACLU of Florida.
Current Role at REEF
Ronald F. Bilbao serves as the Vice President and Head of Public Affairs for North America at REEF. He has held this position since 2021 and is based in Miami, Florida. In this role, he oversees public affairs strategies and initiatives across the North American region, contributing to the company's engagement with various stakeholders.
Previous Experience at REEF
Prior to his current role, Ronald Bilbao worked at REEF as the Head of Public Affairs for the U.S. Southeast for eight months in 2021. He also briefly held the position of Vice President of Public Affairs for the U.S. East for one month in the same year. His tenure at REEF involved strategic communication and public relations efforts within the organization.
Professional Background
Ronald Bilbao has a diverse professional background in public affairs and legislative advocacy. He worked as a Political and Legislative Specialist for the Florida Education Association from 2014 to 2020. Additionally, he served as a Senior Legislative Associate and Policy Director at the ACLU of Florida from 2011 to 2013, and as Political Director for SEIU Local 1991 from 2013 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
Ronald Bilbao studied at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Public Policy from 2006 to 2010. He is currently pursuing further education at the Harvard Kennedy School, focusing on Senior Executives in State & Local Government since 2022. His expertise includes strategic communications, media relations, and managing multimillion-dollar budgets.
Founding November Strategies LLC
In 2014, Ronald Bilbao founded November Strategies LLC, where he serves as Principal. This role allows him to leverage his extensive experience in public affairs and strategic communication to assist various clients in navigating complex political landscapes.