Chris Melody Fields Figueredo

At-a-Glance

Executive Director at Ballot Initiative Strategy Center, focusing on strengthening the progressive movement through ballot initiatives.
Over 20 years of experience in issue advocacy, communications, capacity, and coalition building for local, statewide, and national campaigns.
Advocates for social justice, racial equity, and lifting up women of color.
Previously served as Associate Director, Voting Rights at Rethink Media and Outreach Director at Common Cause.
Managed campaigns for the Iowa Democratic Party and served as Iowa Deputy Political Director for John Edwards For President.

Biography

Chris Melody Fields Figueredo serves as the Executive Director of the Ballot Initiative Strategy Center (BISC), where her work is dedicated to strengthening and building the progressive movement by successfully winning ballot initiatives. She is a vocal advocate for social justice, racial equity, and empowering women of color.