Here at A10 Associates, we believe in celebrating the incredible and limitless talent within our brilliant female team.
Today, we are excited and honored to shine a well-deserved spotlight on Bridgid Chandler, who was recently promoted to Vice President of Government Affairs of our firm. In this role, Bridgid serves as a leader of the company and supports the government affairs side of operations by tracking legislation, government funding, and public policy matters at state and local levels.
Bridgid’s Experience
Bridgid is a key player in our team, leading our tier-one client accounts with dedication, confidence, and clarity. Her role involves identifying policy priorities, establishing crucial relationships with government officials, and providing actionable policy analysis and research to ensure our clients receive the best strategies for government affairs. >Her work with us is indispensable, as her impressive results continue to lead our company in a positive direction. The past two years with Bridgid have been an absolute privilege for us all.
Bridgid’s academic achievements and professional journey exemplify dedication and expertise. Bridgid is a Northeastern University graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science, a minor in International Affairs, a Concentration in Security Studies, and a Master of Sciences in Security and Resilience Studies. Her intellect and pursuit of knowledge are truly inspiring.
Before working at A10 Associates, Bridgid distinguished herself by working at a federal agency as a research assistant, an investigation assistant, and a law office assistant. Her experience spans across fraud investigation and Homeland Security.
Inspiration and Motivation
When reflecting on her time with us at A10, Bridgid highlights our female-oriented work environment, and how it motivates her to lead in the industry.
“A10 has provided me with a place to grow, learn, and be myself. As a woman in a male-dominated field, I feel lucky to be in an environment with such hardworking and strong young women.”
Our female-oriented professional environment fosters a culture of mutual respect, creating a supportive atmosphere that enables our team to thrive. For Bridgid, being surrounded by strong, intelligent women who are just as passionate about their work as she is has been inspiring and motivating.
When asked about how she stays motivated in such a demanding, dynamic, and influential role, Bridgid reflects by mentioning the following:
“It is not difficult to stay motivated when I can see direct positive outcomes for my clients. It is no secret that the government moves slowly compared to the private sector. When I can succeed for my clients, whether cutting through red tape, streamlining communications across multiple agencies, or securing funding, getting clients tangible success that improves our nation’s infrastructure, transportation, and technology sectors motivates me.”
Bridgid’s Words of Advice
As the nation’s largest women-owned bipartisan public affairs firm, Bridgid recognizes the importance of neutrality and the dangers of bias in both her professional and personal life.
“A10 has taught me that while it is essential to be bipartisan in politics it is also vital to be nonpartisan in my everyday life. Considering diverse perspectives and evaluating problems has been a valuable lesson to learn. “
And while significant achievements have marked Bridgid’s extraordinary career, the challenges she has overcome truly demonstrate her strength and resilience.
“As a young woman, I have found that we often doubt ourselves in our work. I have learned that confidence comes with experience in business and how to take pride and be confident in my work.”
We are proud to have leaders like Bridgid who embody our values and drive us forward. We cannot express our gratitude to her enough; she is a crucial member of our family. Join us in celebrating her achievements and thanking her for her invaluable contribution to our team.
