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Meet the PAC Team


The advocacy team at NAB is small but mighty. Couple our efforts with that of the volunteer PAC trustee board, and broadcasters have a group of champions they can take pride in. Meet our team and learn what this great industry means to each of us.


Jennifer Flemming
"I oversee NABPAC's fundraising strategy and donor benefits. I also spearhead outreach to key stakeholders like members of Congress and industry leaders to showcase the great work NAB and local broadcasters do."

Jennifer Flemming
Vice President NABPAC and Advocacy Initiatives

202 429 5314
jflemming@nab.org

Jack Smedile
"I work with Republican Members of Congress and their staff in the House and Senate and direct our team of outside consultants. I also work with Jenn and Alyssa as the NABPAC Treasurer, ensuring that our raising and giving strategies are coordinating with the mission and priorities of the broadcast industry."

Jack Smedile
Senior Vice President,
Government Relations

Paula Dukes
"I am NABPAC's consultant. You might see my name in your inbox or on your voicemail. I love the opportunity to connect and ask for your support of NABPAC because I believe in the incredible work of broadcasters and know NABPAC plays an integral part in allowing our team to share our story with Capitol Hill."

Paula Dukes
NABPAC Consultant and Fundraiser



Meet the Government Relations Team


Curtis LeGeyt
"I serve as NAB's chief advocate for America's free, local television and radio broadcasters in Washington DC. I work closely with our industry leaders and the entire NAB team to ensure that our priorities match the needs of local stations across the country."

Curtis LeGeyt
President and CEO

Shawn Donilon
"I lead NAB's Government Relations department and ensure broadcasters' positions and interests are represented before Congress and members of the Administration. Our team encompasses Republican and Democratic lobbyists, external affairs experts and the NABPAC team."

Shawn Donilon
Executive Vice President, Government Relations

Nicole Gustafson
"I am a Republican lobbyist, advocating on behalf of our nation's broadcasters to House and Senate offices. I work closely with NAB's radio and TV members and our right-of-center external partners to further these goals."

Nicole Gustafson
Senior Vice President, Government Relations

Josh Pollack
"I work with Senate Democrats and the Biden Administration to advance the interests of local broadcasters around the country. I see my advocacy role as a collaboration with lawmakers, helping them answer the question: What can I do to ensure that local broadcasting not only survives, but thrives."

Josh Pollack
Senior Vice President, Government Relations

Liliana Ranon
"I lead NAB's external affairs with third party groups. I work closely with the Government Relations and Legal teams to identify opportunities that align with our partners on NAB's legislative and regulatory priorities, as well as within NAB's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion priorities. I also spearhead opportunities to cultivate deeper relationships with our partners."

Liliana Ranon
Vice President, External Affairs

Charlyn Stanberry
"I serve as the NAB lobbyist to House Democratic members on all things policy. I work directly with our NABPAC team to help implement their fundraising strategy in addition to strengthening broadcasters' relationships among this caucus."

Charlyn Stanberry
Vice President,
Government Relations

Kirsten Donaldson
"Kirsten provides strategic public policy counsel to assist NAB in developing policy positions and formulating advocacy strategies to address critical issues affecting the broadcast industry."

Kirsten Donaldson
Vice President,
Public Policy

Ray Quinones
"I champion our broadcasters and build relationships across House Democratic offices. NABPAC is essential to the work I do and ensures the continued success of our legislative and regulatory priorities."

Ray Quinones
Director,
Government Relations

Megan Schenewerk
"I support Shawn, our Government Relations' EVP, directly while also keeping the whole team organized. I support the NABPAC team during events and also work to ensure each GR team member has the resources they need to advocate for broadcasters."

Megan Schenewerk
Director of Operations
Government Relations

Lillian Stokes
"My role is to coordinate operations for our lobbying team so they can be successful in their advocacy. Amongst other things I track legislation, distribute materials to Capitol Hill, and help with event planning."

Lillian Stokes
Project Coordinator, Government Relations