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Jamel McMullin
Join the Taubman Center for State and Local Government to find out what really goes on during state elections and when new leaders step in. Taubman fellows and former chiefs of staff Kristi Jones (North Carolina) and Jayne Millerick (New Hampshire) will share what they’ve learned from their time in government.
The discussion will cover how a campaign gets started, the challenges of running, and how teams connect with voters. Hear about the pressure of running for office while keeping the government working, and how teams prepare for what might happen on election night.
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.