Emily
Patrolia
Founder. Leader. Speaker.
About Emily Patrolia
Emily Patrolia is an ocean policy leader who gets results for her clients through trusted relationships, a deep understanding of U.S. policy and law, and unparalleled strategy. She provides speaking engagements and strategy sessions as one-off services.
For ongoing policy support, contact ESP Advisors (www.espadvisor.com)
Speaking Topics
Navigating the Black Box of Federal Policy
An invaluable introduction to how Congress and the federal agencies really work (not the schoolhouse rock version) and real-time updates on the ever-changing landscape.
State of Play: U.S. Policy Deep Dive for Select Topics
Providing a deep dive on the current state-of-play for a specific ocean policy topic. Past engagements included aquaculture, marine carbon dioxide removal, international fisheries, maritime security, and marine technology adoption.
Leading with Grace
Emily takes personal and professional growth and leadership seriously. She speaks on leadership through vulnerability, good stress and burnout, entrepreneurship, and managing teams.
Experience and Accomplishments
Strategic Leader | Entrepreneur | Policy Innovator
Emily S. Patrolia is a businessperson, not a bureaucrat. With a career built on leveraging policy and law to achieve real-world results, she excels in crafting powerful strategies, simplifying complex issues, and managing people to their fullest potential.
As the founder of ESP Advisors, she proves that a nimble, innovative team can outperform competitors ten times its size. Her expertise lies in forging trusted relationships, driving policy outcomes, and delivering wins.
Federal Policy Impact
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Played a pivotal role in drafting and securing passage of smart, bipartisan legislation signed into law by President Trump including IOOS, Sea Grant, Harmful Algal Bloom, marine debris, and human trafficking and maritime security legislation.
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Advocated for and achieved key legislative and executive actions on illegal fishing, technology for national security, and natural resource management.
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Influenced U.S. policy through data-driven solutions, partnerships, and effective advocacy for Fortune 500 companies and nonprofits.
Strategic Leadership
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Founded and scaled ESP Advisors, delivering unparalleled results for clients in ocean and environmental policy advocacy.
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Directed federal policy initiatives for multinational corporations, crafting innovative strategies on agriculture, trade, and plastics.
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Managed high-performing teams, cultivating talent and driving measurable outcomes through proven processes and guidance.
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Built and executed winning marketing and communication strategies that positioned clients for long-term success.
Stakeholder Engagement and Coalition Building
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Forged international government partnerships, securing commitments from 18 nations to combat illegal fishing and enhance maritime security.
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Established and nurtured high-value relationships with policymakers, industry leaders, and stakeholders to advance client priorities.
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Directed coalition-building efforts, ensuring efficient collaboration while amplifying individual client values and goals.
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Developed innovative public-private partnerships, expanding the utility and impact of ocean data systems for diverse stakeholders.
Education
Master of Arts in Marine Affairs | 2016
University of Rhode Island
Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies | 2014
University of Delaware
Contact Emily
Reach out to Emily for virtual or in person speaking engagements or one-off policy strategy sessions.
Discounts available for nonprofits.