Public Affairs and Government Relations professional with two plus decades experience in all facets of public policy, crisis communications and community relations at the local, state and federal level. *Bi-partisan relationship development on both sides of the political spectrum advising Members of the US House and Senate, California constitutional elected officers from Governor, Secretary of State and private and non-profit sector CEOs. *Political, entrepreneurial, international and public policy background with a comprehensive skill set to address critical 21st Century issues in challenging environments *Lead executive for crisis communication team with strategic plan development to ensure bottom line results. Specialties: Public Policy • Crisis Communications • Public Affairs • Strategic Business Development • Environmental & Energy Policy • Public-Private Partnerships • Media Strategies • Business development and Corporate Strategy • Brand & Executive Positioning • External Communications

Executive Director @ The Santa Cruz County Business Council (SCCBC) is a privately funded 501(c)6 non-profit organization. Founded in 1996 to provide a collective voice for countywide business owners and executives, SCCBC boasts over sixty-five (65) engaged member organizations from Scotts Valley, to Watsonville, and all points in between. From August 2015 to Present (3 months) Santa Cruz CountySr. Advisor to the President @ The Leadership Group’s vision to ensure the economic health and a high quality of life in Silicon Valley for our entire community by advocating for adequate affordable housing, comprehensive regional transportation, reliable energy, a quality K-12 and higher education system and prepared workforce, a sustainable environment, and business and tax policies that keep California and Silicon Valley competitive in a 21st Century global economy. Lead policy contact for international business relations, strategic business development, cybersecurity, and public-private sector partnerships. From July 2011 to Present (4 years 4 months) Silicon ValleyChair, California Governor appointee - Member, Governing Board 2015-2017 term @ The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) is charged with protecting this national treasure for the benefit of current and future generations. Our vision is to have a lake and environment that is clean, healthy and sustainable for the community and future generations. Elected Chair of the 15 member board to serve a two year term - 1/2015 through 1/2017 From September 2009 to Present (6 years 2 months) Lake TahoeBoard Member @ Founded in 2009, the South Bay Bicycle Coalition (SBBC) works to build a better, more bike-able South Bay. The SBBC is a non-profit organization working to make biking safer and working exclusively for the thousands of cyclists throughout the South Bay. Through advocacy and education, the SBBC brings together a diverse bicycling community in a united mission - to make the South Bay region a safe and enjoyable place to ride! OUR VISION SBBC envisions a South Bay that is a great place for year-round cycling; a South Bay with safer streets for children to get to school, an infrastructure that supports bicycle commuting, and an educated cycling and driving public that safely shares the roads with each other. The SBBC develops campaigns, programs, resources and events to support bicycle related advocacy and education. SBBC's current focus is to organize cyclists for advocacy, secure funds to develop and deploy a master bike plan for the South Bay, and educate the public. Oh yeah, and we like riding bikes and having fun too! From January 2010 to December 2011 (2 years) South Bay cities, LA CountyPresident, Strategic Business Development, Chief, Government & Public Relations Officer @ The Cielo Group offers integrated, installed pv solar systems that vary in size, configuration, energy storage, remote monitoring, and mounting (dynamic and static) designed to meet individual customer requirements. All of the products we supply are certified with the increasing stringent California Energy Commission (CEC). From May 2009 to December 2011 (2 years 8 months) CaliforniaCitizen volunteer @ Worked with a 18 member citizen volunteer committe to assist the City of Manhattan Beach adopt environmentally policy and economically sound public policies: The Task Force will examine: the Development of a Climate Action Plan; Water Conservation and Storm Water Management Issues; Waste Reduction and Recycling; and Sustainable ("Green") Design. Task Force successfully completed it's 18 month project work and was recognized for setting energy and environmental and sustainable policy for the City From October 2008 to May 2010 (1 year 8 months) Independent Consultant @ Consulting and partnership development with the federal government and National Laboratories that provide world-class technical assistance, unbiased due diligence, and financial support to emerging techonology companies and ventures in the clean energy and environment arena. Liebman and Associates (L&A) is a Washington, D.C. based firm that provides energy and environmental technology consulting to the nation's leading companies, undertaking some of the world's most progressive projects. Clients range from Fortune 10 companies to small entrepreneurial businesses. They include telecommunications companies, electric and natural gas utilities, manufacturers, trade associations, research and development institutions and several technology development and equipment manufacturing firms. Its government consulting and advocacy derives hundreds of millions of dollars annually in federal, state and private sector funding to its clients and their priority projects. From June 2008 to May 2009 (1 year) Community Development Director @ Strategic public relations development with industry, business associations in Los Angeles/Ventura county. Entitlement team director for a (150 unit project) residential development in the coastal zone of Port Hueneme, California. Championed community support that resulted in the California Coastal Commission approval of the project. Established on-time budget management tracking system for the Division’s corporate business association development and philanthropic giving programs that resulted in effective outreach and efficiency in promoting the John Laing Homes brand in the Los Angeles/Ventura region. From March 2006 to June 2008 (2 years 4 months) Chief Assistant Secretary of State - Public Affairs @ Created Strategic plan for a 12 month public relations campaign that resulted in increased statewide name I.D. for newly appointed Secretary of State. Formed positive alliances with federal, state and local stakeholders in the business community and election related policy arenas; responsible for public policy initiatives and community relations. Directed public policy; legislative affairs; and community, corporate and media relations for California’s Secretary of State. From February 2005 to January 2006 (1 year) Director of Government Relations @ Advocacy for children, ages 0 to 5, and early education programs From August 2002 to March 2005 (2 years 8 months) Sr. Director Government and Industry Relations @ Public Policy Director for Exodus Communications, a Silicon Valley high-tech company recognized as the global leader for Internet data center design and e-commerce infrastructure Set up infrastructure and established policies/procedures for startup Government Relations Department. P&L accountability for $1 million annual expense budget; reported to the CEO through the General Counsel. Created marketing communications/PR campaigns, public policy and industry relations programs; devised PR action plan for high-tech community, identifying legislative champions to be industry spokespeople From August 2000 to November 2001 (1 year 4 months) Chief of Staff & California Director @ Chief of staff for Silicon Valley Congressman; operational and budgetary responsibility for 2 congressional offices; managed 30+ permanent/volunteer employees. Directed PR (community/media), HR, legislative affairs, communications, contract negotiations and problem resolution. Improved community relations through aggressive strategic planning of over 700 town hall meetings. From January 1989 to September 2000 (11 years 9 months) Congressional Assistant for Constituent & Legislative Services @ Congressional Assistant for constituent and legislative services for Silicon Valley congressman, 12th District, California - primary responsiblities for environmental, energy, immigration, housing, transportation policy and constituent services From August 1982 to January 1986 (3 years 6 months)

Master's Degree, Urban Planning and Energy Conservation Management @ San Jose State University From 1982 to 1984 Reno High SchoolReno High SchoolBachelor's Degree, urban history and political science @ University of California, Santa Barbara Casey Beyer is skilled in: Public Policy, Policy, Community Development, Government, Community Outreach, Politics, Public Affairs, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Media Relations, Public Relations, Strategy, Legislative Relations, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Communications, Political Consulting, Crisis Communications, Program Management, Start-ups, Economic Development, Management, Environmental Awareness, Governmental Affairs, Environmental Policy, Grants, Business Development, Fundraising, Sustainability, International Relations, Policy Analysis, Community Engagement, Political Campaigns, Energy Policy, Project Planning, Event Planning, Research, Land Use, Marketing Communications, Urban Planning, Grassroots Organizing, Business Strategy, Corporate Communications, Budgets, Leadership, Coalitions, Local Government