Shaddi Zeid

Shaddi brings over a decade of experience in politics and electoral campaigns at the national, state and local levels. Highlights include organizing for Bernie Sanders during the 2015/2016 primary campaign in Iowa, Nevada, Illinois, and Indiana, and on Hillary Clinton’s Digital Media Team for the 2016 general election. After the 2016 election, Shaddi worked for New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio from 2017 to 2019, focusing on outreach, legislative policy, stakeholder relations and board appointments. Wanting to take a break from politics, he transitioned into criminal justice-related areas and worked as a Data Analyst in community development and violence prevention at Acclivus Inc. Chicago. He also brought his expertise to the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA), where he conducted research on pretextual stops and victim studies. He holds a master’s degree in Public Administration from Virginia Commonwealth University, with a concentration in environmental policy and justice. He enjoys running, soccer, and playing guitar, bass, and drums.