“I’m energized by the challenge of translating complex issues into actionable solutions that push Alabama toward a bright future.”
Elizabeth Hale Simpson, MPA
communications supervisor
Elizabeth brings a deep understanding of the intersection between strategic messaging, business and policy to move the needle for clients and their communities. Originally from Homewood, Alabama, Elizabeth graduated from Rhodes College with a degree in political science and urban and community health. She earned her master’s degree in public administration with a focus on health care policy at American University in Washington, DC. Elizabeth spent six years in the nation’s capital honing an expertise in policy and issue advocacy. Her previous roles include executing strategic advocacy plans for nonprofit organizations, analyzing legislation and regulatory guidelines, coalition building and management, and leveraging strategic tactics to achieve goals for a broad range of clients. She has experience working on Capitol Hill, with a major government relations firm and with specialized public affairs teams. Elizabeth lives in Birmingham with her husband, Peter and their miniature dachshund, Hamilton.
SPECIALTY
Public affairs, stakeholder engagement, issue advocacy
EXPERIENCE
Innovate Alabama, Virta Health, RCX Sports
PASSIONS
Cooking, trying new restaurants, vlogging, antique stores, vanilla lattes, travel (especially to Italy!) and dachshunds
FAVORITE PODCAST
The Enneagram Journey