Rachel serves as Policy Advisor for the Alliance for Entrepreneurial Equity, a partnership between Third Way and the National Urban League. She is excited to look for innovative ways to support our nation’ most passionate small business owners. Prior to joining Third Way, Rachel spent several years working for Senator Chris Coons, where she served as a Staff Assistant and most recently as a Legislative Aide on the Economic Policy team. Rachel’s legislative portfolio included small business, housing, and other domestic economic policy issues. During her time on Capitol Hill, Rachel supported Senator Coons’s work on the Senate Small Business Committee, met with small business owners, and advanced policy to uplift entrepreneurs. Following her time on Capitol Hill, Rachel acted as a Legislative and Policy Advisor at the Small Business Administration, where she focused on policy to support women-led small businesses. Rachel attended the University of Delaware, where she studied Political Science and Women & Gender Studies. In her free time, she enjoys exploring new cities, trying out coffee shops, and taking photos.