Elisabeth Dorman
About Elisabeth Dorman
Elisabeth Dorman serves as the Senior Manager of Grassroots Programs and State Advocacy at the American Society of Civil Engineers, a position she has held since 2021. She has a diverse background in government relations and advocacy, having worked with various organizations including the National Retail Federation and Americans for the Arts.
Current Role at American Society of Civil Engineers
Elisabeth Dorman serves as the Senior Manager of Grassroots Programs and State Advocacy at the American Society of Civil Engineers. She has held this position since 2021 in the Washington DC-Baltimore Area. In her role, she develops and implements grassroots programs that engage civil engineers in state advocacy efforts. Dorman also coordinates communication strategies to effectively convey policy priorities to members and stakeholders, enhancing the organization's outreach and influence.
Previous Experience at National Retail Federation
Before her current role, Elisabeth Dorman worked at the National Retail Federation as a Government Relations Assistant from 2012 to 2014. During her two years in this position, she supported government relations initiatives and contributed to the organization’s advocacy efforts on behalf of the retail industry.
Background in Education
Elisabeth Dorman studied at Duquesne University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Voice and Opera from 2007 to 2011. Her education provided her with a foundation that supports her communication and advocacy skills in her professional career.
Experience in Advocacy and Engagement
Dorman has extensive experience in advocacy and community engagement. Prior to her current role, she worked as the Chapter Engagement Manager for The Climate Reality Project from 2019 to 2021. She also served as the State and Local Government Affairs Manager at Americans for the Arts from 2014 to 2019, where she coordinated efforts to engage stakeholders in advocacy initiatives.
Early Career and Volunteer Work
Elisabeth Dorman began her career with various roles that focused on community engagement and literacy. She worked as a Literacy AmeriCorps Member from 2011 to 2012 and coordinated the Everybody Wins! Program at Reading Is FUNdamental Pittsburgh during the same period. These early experiences contributed to her skills in program coordination and community outreach.