Government Relations Practice Coordinator

As a Practice Coordinator, Emma Nelson provides valuable administrative support and logistical planning to the Government Relations practice at Flaherty & Hood. Using her interpersonal skills and proactive approach, Emma helps facilitate government relations services to ensure successful results for the firm’s clients.

Before joining Flaherty & Hood in 2023, Emma graduated summa cum laude from Gustavus Adolphus College in May 2022. Emma balanced her academics while working in the university’s Admission and Advancement offices and freelance writing for the Office of Marketing and Communications. During her time in school, she also coauthored and published academic research related to exercise science, public health, public policy, and interest groups.

Emma grew up in Saint Paul and moved back to the city after attending college in Saint Peter, Minnesota. When she’s not spending time with her dog Rosie, Emma enjoys baking, exercising, outdoor activities, spending time with friends, and attempting to solve NYTimes crossword puzzles.

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