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Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Washington DC, GovLoop's mission is simple: connect government to improve government. The goal is to inspire public sector professionals to better service by acting as the knowledge network for government.GovLoop serves a community of more than 100,000 government leaders by helping them to foster collaboration, learn from each other, solve problems and advance in their government careers. The GovLoop community has been widely recognized across the public sector -- federal, state local, industry and academia -- as a leading site for addressing public sector issues.

Nafia Khan is currently working as Senior Management Fellow with the City of Fort Lauderdale, FL. She was recruited for this position through the ICMA Local Government Management Fellowship program. This position will allow her to develop a platform on which to launch her career in local government.Khan has previous worked in Illinois state government, having previously served as a James H. Dunn Fellow for the Governor's Office of Communications. She has also interned with the Illinois Department of Revenue. Prior to joining the City of Fort Lauderdale, Khan worked at a local performing arts venue in Springfield, Illinois.A Chicago native, Khan received her Master's Degree in Public Administration from the University of Illinois at Springfield. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor's Degree in Communication from Bradley University in Peoria, IL. In her free time, she enjoys participating in races and is currently training for her first half-marathon this coming February.

Matt Parks is VP of Product and Strategy at Software Solutions Inc. (SSI). Having worked in the software space for over 10 years, he has a proven track record of driving customer success and organizational growth through innovative product strategies. He also received a Master of Public Administration from Wright State University, giving him a unique perspective on ERP software for local governments.

Abby Christensen is a content creator with experience creating useful content for a variety of industries, including finance and Medicare. When she's not soaking up the latest digital marketing news, you can find her reading, playing with her pooch, or budgeting.

Olivia is a journalist who always tries to see the bright side of things. She likes to inspire people in her writings and to enjoy a mysterious beauty of twilight. Connect with her on Facebook and Twitter.

T.M.Lewin is a British heritage brand. Opened in 1898 by Thomas Mayes Lewin one of the early Jermyn Street tailors. For well over a century since, T.M.Lewin continues to take pride in the attention to detail and quality in each and every product they design. With an unmatched selection of fabrics, styles, and cuts, the varied selection of work-wear compliments our modern working force.

Sharon McCoy is currently a writer for GovLoop. It's mission is simple: connect government to improve government. GovLoop aims to inspire public sector professionals to better service by acting as the knowledge network for government.Sharon graduated from the University of Georgia with a BA in International affairs. As an undergraduate, she studied in Chile and worked as an intern at the Center for American Progress in Washington, D.C. With its ideal location near the U.S.-Mexican border, regionally-based curriculum and numerous opportunities for research and internships, IR/PS was an “excellent choice” for Sharon to prepare for her professional ambitions.After her first year at IR/PS, Sharon accepted a 3-month internship from the U.S. State Department in Washington, D.C. serving the Front Office of the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA). The staff advises the WHA Assistant Secretary and Deputy Assistant Secretaries on regional policy and management considerations and is responsible for managing the flow of information within the Bureau. Sharon’s was one of the few State Department internships to require a Top Secret security clearance due to the level of exposure this position has to a higher level of personnel and information.

Shaun Conrad is a CPA, author, and finance instructor. When he’s not helping students, you can find him thrill seeking on his longboard or motorcycle.

Shelly Harrington is an expert in public policy with a focus on raising awareness around public health and societal issues. She works with numerous government agencies to help bring positive change to America.

Skylar is a content marketing specialist writing about productivity, lifestyle, and finance topics.

Sofia Medina is an SEO Marketing Specialist and does Content Marketing at Porch. She is passionate about music, sports, wellness, and creativity. Her hobbies include singing, graphic design, and spending time with her family and friends.

Stacy Miller is a marketing assistant at Career Igniter. She has experience in HR and has insight on career trends. Her wealth of information and experience she has gained since graduating college has helped in development of the career tools at Career Igniter.