Session Speaker: Morgan Carvajal, Chief Deputy Appointments Secretary, Office of the Governor
Session Overview:
Join us for another insightful CDP session on seeking gubernatorial appointments. Many of us doing state work and public service look at ways and opportunities to serve and make a difference. State boards and commissions offer invaluable opportunities for service and advocacy, and understanding how to navigate the appointment process is key. We are thrilled to have Morgan Carvajal for a fireside chat so we can learn more on the essential qualities sought in appointees, the steps to securing an appointment, and the potential challenges that lie ahead. This session promises invaluable guidance for advancing your career and effecting positive change in our community.
About the Speaker:
Morgan Carvajal was appointed by Governor Newsom in June 2020 to serve as Chief Deputy Appointments Secretary. Prior to her appointment, Ms. Carvajal served as a Legislative Advocate for the California Medical Association where she led advocacy efforts for public and women’s health. Prior to joining the California Medical Association, she was a Legislative Advocate at Hernandez Strategy Group, LLC where she developed and led advocacy efforts on behalf of client interested in the consumer, civil justice, and energy related fields. She served as a Legislative Aide for State Senator Fran Pavley from 2010 to 2013. Ms. Carvajal received a B.A., in Mass Communications from California State University, Sonoma.