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Jamel McMullin
Join the Taubman Center for State and Local Government for an engaging discussion with two former gubernatorial chiefs of staff, Kristi Jones and Jayne Millerick, as they share insights from their years of experience leading at the highest levels of state government.
Kristi Jones brings over 25 years of leadership in public service and most recently served as Chief of Staff to North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper. During her tenure, she helped drive key initiatives including Medicaid expansion for over 600,000 residents, advancing clean energy, and ensuring an inclusive, results-driven government.
Jayne Millerick served as Chief of Staff to New Hampshire Governor Christopher T. Sununu from 2017 to 2025. A veteran communications strategist, she previously led a successful public relations and public affairs firm, advising corporate and political leaders on strategic communications, crisis management, and media relations.
This interactive session will explore what it means to serve as a governor’s chief of staff - managing priorities, navigating politics, and leading teams through moments of challenge and opportunity.