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Sophie FelderAccount Executive

Sophie comes to Melwood Global as an Account Executive, with a background in strategic communications and public affairs. After studying political science and economics at Yeshiva University, Sophie moved to Washington, D.C. where she gained political experience while working for a lobbying firm. She then spent two years as Regional Director for Government and Public Affairs at the Embassy of Israel, developing strategic relationships with key stakeholders and building the Embassy brand online. Sophie regularly wrote official briefs and spoke publicly on behalf of the Embassy.

She enjoys art museums, finding opportunities to practice her Spanish skills, and is always on the hunt for a good book.

Fast Facts

B.A., Yeshiva University | Pursuing M.A., George Washington University
Sophie spent six months living in Barcelona to study Spanish and travel.
She is a proud New Englander and a native of our nation’s smallest state.
When not reading the news, Sophie is tearing through novels and historical fiction.

The “30” Blog

4/3/20 COVID-19 Update

Bridget Peery 2020-04-03T08:57:11+00:00 April 3rd, 2020|0 Comments

Here are today’s legislative takeaways: Homeowner and tenant protection bills are separately advancing through both branches of the Massachusetts legislature but have not made it to the governor’s desk yet. Bills moving the state tax [...]

4/2/20 COVID-19 Update

Bridget Peery 2020-04-02T10:34:35+00:00 April 2nd, 2020|0 Comments

Talks have begun on what “Round Four” of Federal COVID-19 relief legislation could look like. Small businesses should apply quickly for relief. State revenues are among the growing list of economic losses of COVID-19, and [...]

4/1/20 COVID-19 Update

Bridget Peery 2020-04-01T09:54:47+00:00 April 1st, 2020|0 Comments

Rabbit, Rabbit, it’s a socially distant rabbit. The stay-at-home order is extended until May 4th with all nonessential businesses to remain closed. While the Board of Elementary & Secondary Education empowered the Commissioner of Education [...]

3/31/20 COVID-19 Update

Bridget Peery 2020-03-31T09:15:55+00:00 March 31st, 2020|0 Comments

There are a lot of unanswered questions this morning: Will Governor Baker extend the nonessential work order? Is riding the MBTA safe? What to do about the $3 billion revenue shortfall the state is expecting [...]

3/30/20 COVID-19 Update

Bridget Peery 2020-03-30T09:47:00+00:00 March 30th, 2020|0 Comments

Government didn’t rest over the weekend with rapidly unfolding COVID-19 response continuing. Here’s what you need to know: While many eligible Americans will soon receive their coronavirus stimulus checks, President Trump has officially extended social [...]

3/27/20 COVID-19 Update

Bridget Peery 2020-03-27T10:06:13+00:00 March 27th, 2020|0 Comments

The U.S. now leads the world in confirmed cases of COVID-19 with more than 82,000 confirmed cases and nearly 1,200 confirmed deaths. Governor Baker is seeking federal disaster aid for Massachusetts to fight the deepening [...]