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Jerry Zanelli joined Governmental Advocates, Inc. in 1983, rapidly earning a reputation for making things happen. Mr. Zanelli has spent over thirty years working in politics and government and has extensive experience with legislative issues, political and governmental processes, and policy-makers throughout California. Mr. Zanelli began his public sector work as an Administrative Assistant in the California Legislature in 1966, before going on to become Staff Director of the Senate Democratic Caucus. Following his early public sector work, Mr. Zanelli founded a highly successful and respected political public relations and lobbying firm in Los Angeles. In this capacity, Mr. Zanelli designed political campaigns for twenty-two state officeholders, successfully lobbied local agencies and government bodies on a variety of issues, and organized governmental affairs programs for many Southern California businesses and several major statewide associations. In 1980, Mr. Zanelli returned to government service at the request of the President Pro Tempore of the Senate to take over the duties of the Executive Officer of the Senate. As Executive Officer, he successfully supervised several hundred Senate employees, administered a $30 million operating budget, and transformed the Senate into a streamlined and modern body. As a result of Mr. Zanelli's efforts, the legislature was able to meet its fiscal and legislative deadlines during his tenure. Among his personal accomplishments, Mr. Zanelli counts his 20-year winning record, including two national championships, as a women's soccer coach, his large collection of rare and used historical books, and receiving an honorary doctorate from National University. |