Erick Shambarger – Alumni in the Spotlight
La Follette alum Erick Shambarger (MPA ’02) was drawn to Wisconsin because of the state’s tradition of government innovation, environmental protection, and professionalism in public service.
Inspiring evidence-based policymaking
La Follette alum Erick Shambarger (MPA ’02) was drawn to Wisconsin because of the state’s tradition of government innovation, environmental protection, and professionalism in public service.
La Follette alum Allison Carlson (MPA ’05) is the executive director at Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition, where she works to break down barriers to decarbonization for local governments.
Throughout his career, Peter Barca (MA ’82) has maintained a strong focus on making a difference in the lives of Wisconsinites, small business prosperity, and equity.
Carte’cia Weaver (formerly Lawrence) is a senior racial equity policy analyst with Kids Forward, a Wisconsin-wide policy center.
William Schmitt (MIPA ’05) is the executive director of the social service agency Rooted and Rising – Washington Park.
John Elliot (MPA ‘89) is the Administrator of the Division of Safety and Permanence for the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families.
Randy Romanski is Secretary at the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
Kim Plache is the Deputy Executive Director at the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority
Steven Little is the Deputy Secretary at the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.