MESA NOW: Former Chief of Staff and Communications Director for Representative Ann Kirkpatrick

04 January 2023

MESA NOW: Former Chief of Staff and Communications Director for Representative Ann Kirkpatrick

TRANSITION — Abigail O’Brien will be government relations manager for the city of Mesa, Ariz., covering the federal portfolio. She previously was chief of staff for Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick (D-Ariz.).

Not mentioned in press release her new annual salary

January 3, 2023 at 1:57 pm

After eight years on Capitol Hill, longtime Arizona congressional staffer Abigail O'Brien is heading back to her home state to join the City of Mesa Government Relations Team. She will serve as Government Relations Manager primarily focused on federal affairs. Ms. O'Brien was most recently Chief of Staff and Communications Director for Representative Ann Kirkpatrick.

"I am thrilled to have Abigail join our Government Relations team! Abigail joins the City of Mesa with significant knowledge, experience and professionalism," said Government Relations Director Miranda DeWitt. "Abigail stands out for her experience, dedication and results-driven efforts. She will play a vital role in our office."

In addition to overseeing day-to-day operations for Rep. Kirkpatrick's Office, Abigail was instrumental in tracking legislative issues impacting Arizona, developing outreach and lobbying strategies and overseeing the drafting and introduction of congressional bills.

"I'm honored to join the City of Mesa's Government Relations team. After managing the office of Arizona's Appropriator, Rep. Kirkpatrick, I am excited to transition my federal experience into tangible and meaningful advocacy on behalf of the City of Mesa," said Abigail O'Brien. "I can't wait to get to work and contribute to the beautiful and growing City of Mesa."

Abigail holds a Bachelor of Science, Journalism and Political Science from Northern Arizona University.

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Education

Northern Arizona University - Bachelor’s, political science and journalism (2012-2016)

Activities and notes: Young Democrats; study abroad, International University College of Turin, Italy

Employment History

City of Mesa, Ariz. (Jan. 2023-)

Government Relations Manager
Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick (D-AZ) (Feb. 2021-Jan. 2023)

Chief of Staff
Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick (D-AZ) (Nov. 2019-Jan. 2021)

Deputy Chief of Staff/Communications Director
Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick (D-AZ) (Aug. 2020-Nov. 2020)

Chief of Staff, Acting
Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick (D-AZ) (Dec. 2019-Nov. 2020)

Deputy Chief of Staff/Communications Director
Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick (D-AZ) (Jan. 2019-Oct. 2019)

Communications Director
Kirkpatrick for Arizona (April 2018-Dec. 2018)
Ann Leila Kirkpatrick

Deputy Campaign Manager
Rep. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) (Dec. 2016-April 2018)

Executive Assistant/Scheduler
Kirkpatrick for Arizona (May 2014-Dec. 2014)
Ann Leila Kirkpatrick

Field Organizer