Logan R. Kortgard
Regional Political & Organizing Director at Klobuchar for Minnesota
Phone: 320-905-4050
Email: logankortgard@gmail.com
Professional Experience
West Central Organizer at Minnesota Farmers Union
Willmar, MN (January 2023-August 2023)Planned, organized, and executed a wide range of community meetings, workshops, and events aimed at educating and mobilizing members throughout the West Central region, demonstrating exceptional event management and coordination skills.
Utilized innovative outreach strategies and grassroots organizing techniques to expand MFU's reach and enhance member engagement across the West Central region, demonstrating proficiency in digital marketing and community outreach.
Regional Organizing Director at Minnesota DFL Coordinated Campaign
St. Cloud, MN (April 2022-November 2022)Directed the recruitment, training, and management of a team of coalition and field organizers across multiple congressional districts.
Implemented robust systems and structures to drive the region towards surpassing daily and weekly metric goals.
Ensured meticulous and timely reporting and data management practices were adhered to.
Fostered strong collaborative relationships with campaign leadership, staff, volunteers, and external stakeholders to ensure seamless coordination and alignment of efforts, showcasing effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Rural Organizer at Minnesota DFL Party
Willmar, MN (November 2021-April 2022)Developed and executed strategic grassroots field activities, including phone banks and canvasses, to foster heightened volunteer engagement and voter outreach.
Served as the DFL's local representative across Greater Minnesota, cultivating strong relationships within the community.
Achieved and surpassed metric-based goals for volunteer recruitment and retention through targeted strategies and effective leadership.
Organizing Fellow at Keith Ellison for Attorney General Campaign
Willmar, MN (June 2021-September 2021)Recruited and trained volunteers to support statewide campaign presence.
Identified local volunteer opportunities.
Canvassed people from surrounding communities.
Created door-knocking events which facilitated local volunteer involvement.
Activated volunteer base for direct voter contact actions.
Logan Kortgard for State Rep Campaign
Willmar, MN (April 2020- November 2020)Communicated the campaign message to voters clearly and concisely.
Developed a data-informed campaign plan that concluded after Election Day.
Motivated an engaged base and informed constituency to get out to vote.
Researched a wide variety of issues and policy positions that aligned with constituent and DFL values.
Managed campaign day-to-day operations and financial obligations to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Education
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN 2020-2025
Bachelors of Arts, Political Science