June Borst, Arena · [email protected]

January 24, 2024 at 5:01 PM

RSVP! Organizing Fan Communities

What do Star Trek, Swifties, and Real Housewives have to do with politics? They all have enthusiastic fan communities that can be organized for people-powered movements. Arena Community,   We have two upcoming free virtual events I want to…

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  Jess Weldon, Arena · [email protected]

January 22, 2024 at 10:13 PM

Fwd: Data Fluency for Campaign Leaders

I want to make sure you saw Santiago’s email about our next training, Arena Academy 201: Data Fluency for Campaign Leaders. Arena Community,   I want to make sure you saw Santiago’s email about our next training, Arena Academy 201: Data Fluency for Campaign Leaders. The tr…

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  Santiago Martinez, Arena · [email protected]

January 13, 2024 at 12:31 PM

Announcing Data Fluency for Campaign Leaders

I want you to be the first to know: applications for Arena Academy 201: Data Fluency for Campaign Leaders are now open. Get started on your application today. Arena Community,   I want you to be the first to know: applications for Arena Ac…

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  Jess Weldon, Arena · [email protected]

January 9, 2024 at 12:31 PM

Arena Summit Info Session Tomorrow

If you’re interested in attending our in-person Arena Summit, join us tomorrow at 8 p.m. E.T. for an info session on Zoom. Arena Community,   Arena Summit is headed to Atlanta, Georgia to train current and aspiring campaign staffers and co…

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  Lauren Baer, Arena · [email protected]

December 29, 2023 at 12:50 PM

🚀 Secure Your Spot: Early-Bird Pricing Ends Soon for Arena Summit!

We’re offering half off admission if you register now. But act fast. Early-bird pricing for the Changemaker Path ends December 31. Arena Community,   Arena Summit is back! Join us in person in Atlanta, Georgia to connect, learn, and plan …

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  Lauren Baer, Arena · [email protected]

December 20, 2023 at 9:00 PM

What a year! Check out all we accomplished in 2023.

Arena Community,   Today, I want to take a minute to celebrate you and all that we’ve accomplished together in 2023. Arena is what it is because of our community—from campaign staff to candidates, and donors to employers. And WOW, we did …

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  Lauren Baer, Arena · [email protected]

December 18, 2023 at 12:21 PM

Get your early bird tickets to Arena Summit today!

Today, I want to share a few videos of past Arena Summits with you to get you fired up and ready to come to Atlanta this April! Arena Community,   Explaining the power of Arena Summit can be tricky. It’s one of those events where "you have…

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  Debra Cohen, Arena · [email protected]

December 13, 2023 at 5:00 PM

Our new website

I have exciting news! We just launched a brand new website -- check it out. Our new site isn’t just a new look and feel. It’s our opportunity to tell our story -- which really is your story. Arena Community,   I have exciting news! We just…

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  Lauren Baer, Arena · [email protected]

December 12, 2023 at 12:21 PM

Registration is OPEN for Arena Summit 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia!

Registration is open for Arena’s one-and-only in person convening this election cycle, taking place in Atlanta, Georgia from April 18-21, 2024. Arena Community,   I’m thrilled to announce that registration is open for Arena Summit, taking …

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  June and Aziz at Arena · [email protected]

December 4, 2023 at 4:22 PM

Upcoming Arena events: reunion, careers fairs, and a panels

We want share a few events and opportunities personally for you, including a career fair, two in person events, and an excellent panel to help you navigate your career: Arena Community,   We hope you had a restorative holiday. As you alrea…

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  Lauren Baer, Arena · [email protected]

November 22, 2023 at 2:03 PM

Arena and Priorities USA have a plan to win

The demand for experienced digital campaign professionals continues to grow, and we can’t do this important work without your investment. Arena Community,   The need for skilled digital campaign staff could not be more urgent. Democrats ar…

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  Lauren Baer, Arena · [email protected]

November 14, 2023 at 6:34 PM

How we powered victory in Virginia

Today, I want to share one special story with you – the story of Delegate-Elect Joshua Cole’s majority-making victory in Virginia. Arena Community,   With your support, our community delivered victories for Democrats across the country la…

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  Lauren Baer, Arena · [email protected]

November 7, 2023 at 6:31 PM

Help build the teams that power Democratic victories

This election day reminds me of a fundamental truth I’ve learned in politics: Candidates are only as strong as their teams. Arena Community,   This Election Day reminds me of a fundamental truth I’ve learned in politics: Candidates are onl…

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  Debra Cohen, Arena · [email protected]

October 20, 2023 at 6:41 PM

Gain a competitive edge at Arena Academy 201

Deadline THIS Sunday! Apply to Arena Academy 201: Digital Skills by 11:59 p.m. on October 22. Presented in partnership by Arena and Priorities USA. Arena Community,   Digital strategy is at the center of every campaign and movement organiz…

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  Debra Cohen, Arena · [email protected]

October 10, 2023 at 6:02 PM

Tomorrow! Info Session for Arena Academy 201: Digital Skills

At the info session, we’ll answer your questions about the training and give you tips on how to make your application stand out.  Arena Community,   Tomorrow, we’re hosting an info session for our next training, Arena Academy 201: Digital …

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  Jess Weldon, Arena · [email protected]

September 27, 2023 at 12:31 PM

Take your digital skills to the next level

Did you see Debra’s email about our next Arena Academy 201: Digital Skills? You can read more below, but I wanted to make sure you didn’t miss the announcement.  Hey there,   Did you see Debra’s email about our next training, Arena Academy 201: Digital Skills? You can read…

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  Debra Cohen, Arena · [email protected]

September 22, 2023 at 3:12 PM

Announcing Arena Academy 201: Digital Skills

Applications for 👩‍💻 Arena Academy 201: Digital Skills, hosted in partnership with Priorities USA.  Arena Community,   I’m excited to share that we have opened applications for 👩‍💻 Arena Academy 201: Digital Skills, hosted in partnership w…

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  Santiago Martinez, Arena · [email protected]

September 14, 2023 at 1:31 PM

Plan for GOTV with Arena Toolbox

The Arena Toolbox is a suite of 80+ free tools to help you build winning campaigns. We have guides, worksheets, videos, podcasts, and tutorials to help you do everything from hiring a campaign manager to creating a GOTV plan to shutting down your campaign …

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  Jess Weldon, Arena · [email protected]

August 25, 2023 at 3:20 PM

Eight reasons to apply to Arena Academy

Deadline this Sunday, August 27 at 11:59 p.m. ET! Apply to Arena Academy to get trained and get hired. Arena Community,   Apply to Arena Academy before THIS Sunday’s deadline!   The next Arena Academy will be held online Sept. 28-Oct. 2. A…

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  Jess Weldon, Arena · [email protected]

August 21, 2023 at 9:58 PM

Rep. Zooey Zephyr will join us!

You’re invited! Wednesday, August 23 at 7:00 p.m. ET, we’re hosting a panel discussion on Building Trans Political Power. RSVP today to reserve your spot. Hey there,   I just want to make sure you saw Mason’s email about our upcoming panel on Building Trans Political Pow…

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  June at Arena · [email protected]

August 16, 2023 at 2:01 PM

There’s no better time to step into the Arena

Academy rebuilt my understanding of campaigns from the ground up. I leaped into managing smaller races in my local community and providing contract support for old friends in their own races. I made allies, friends that I still talk to today, and people …

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  Debra Cohen, Arena · [email protected]

August 11, 2023 at 12:20 PM

Arena Academy deadline THIS Sunday

The priority admissions deadline for the September Academy is THIS Sunday at 11:59 p.m. ET. Hey Friend,   On Tuesday, Ohio voters showed up big to defend abortion rights. This pro-choice victory is another proof point that we have what it…

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  Mason Kalinsky via Arena · [email protected]

August 3, 2023 at 10:21 PM

Building Trans Political Power

You’re invited! Wednesday, August 23 at 7:15 p.m. ET, we’re hosting a panel discussion on Building Trans Political Power. RSVP today to reserve your spot. Arena Community,   My name is Mason. I'm an Arena-trained staffer and the Organizin…

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  Jess Weldon, Arena · [email protected]

July 20, 2023 at 9:50 PM

Arena Academy Applications are Open!

Applications for the September Arena Academy Online are now open! Applications are due August 27 at 11:59 p.m. ET and the priority deadline to apply is August 13. Get started on your application today. Hey Friend,   Applications for the S…

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  Jess Weldon, Arena · [email protected]

June 10, 2023 at 3:43 PM

Learn to Lead at Academy 201

The deadline to apply to Arena Academy 201 is this Sunday at 11:59 p.m. ET. Submit your application to level up your leadership skills and join a community of progressive practitioners. Arena Community,   Learn to lead at the July Arena A…

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  Jess Weldon, Arena · [email protected]

May 23, 2023 at 2:21 PM

Arena Academy 201 Info Session

At the info session, we’ll share tips to make your application stand out, what you’ll learn at Academy 201, and how we can help you navigate your career after the training. Hey there,   Did you hear? We’re holding an Arena Academy 201 Onl…

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  Sydney Levin-Epstein, Arena · [email protected]

May 9, 2023 at 12:01 PM

We've got big plans

My name is Sydney and I recently joined Arena as the Development Director. As a new member of the growing team, I’m thrilled to be here and join the Arena Community! Arena Community,   My name is Sydney and I recently joined Arena as the D…

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  Jess Weldon, Arena · [email protected]

May 5, 2023 at 1:31 PM

Apply to Arena Academy 201!

Apply to Arena Academy 201 to join a community of practitioners and learn to run strategic programs that are rooted in values. Hey there,   The application for the July Arena Academy 201 Online is now open!   ✨ Apply to Arena Academy 201 t…

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  Lauren Baer, Arena · [email protected]

March 30, 2023 at 12:31 PM

Unlock Your Invisible Network

If the thought of networking makes your stomach churn -- the next Arena Careers workshop is for you. Arena Community,     If the thought of networking makes your stomach churn -- the next Arena Careers workshop is for you.   Join the Arena…

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  Jess Weldon, Arena · [email protected]

March 17, 2023 at 4:13 PM

Rep. Maxwell Frost at Arena Academy

The first Gen Z member of Congress -- Rep. Maxwell Frost -- will be the keynote speaker at the April Arena Academy Online! To learn from him and other campaign experts apply to Arena Academy by this Sun. Mar. 19. Howdy,   ✨Arena Academy Ke…

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  Apply to Arena Academy · [email protected]

March 15, 2023 at 9:45 PM

Jump-start your career in politics

Apply to Arena Academy to jump-start your career in politics. At Academy you'll unlock the skills, career support, and network to find your path in politics. Apply today! …

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  Jess Weldon, Arena · [email protected]

March 7, 2023 at 6:34 PM

On the fence about Arena Academy?

If you're thinking about applying to Arena Academy, join us Wednesday, March 8 at 8 p.m. ET for an info session. At the info session we'll break down applying for Arena Academy. We'll discuss our track offerings and submitting a strong prompt response. Howdy,   I wanted to…

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  Jess Weldon, Arena · [email protected]

February 28, 2023 at 9:20 PM

It’s Arena Academy time, y’all

Today is a ✨big day✨. Applications for the first Arena Academy Online of 2023 are now open. This is a five-day, virtual training designed to make it easier for those newer to politics to break in and to help seasoned campaign staff level up their skills. …

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  Lauren Baer, Arena · [email protected]

January 26, 2023 at 4:01 PM

Our Moneyball Approach to Campaigns

The verdict is in: Arena trained-staffers are the difference makers on critical state and local campaigns. In 2022, our Arena Staff Fellowship was the key factor in winning back the Pennsylvania House, and the political press is taking notice. …

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  Jess Weldon, Arena · [email protected]

January 22, 2023 at 4:30 PM

Last Chance to Apply to Arena Academy 201

The deadline to apply for Arena Academy 201 is TODAY, Sunday, January 22nd at 11:59 p.m. Academy 201 is a unique program for staffers with at least one cycle of campaign experience. Hi Arena Community,   The deadline to apply for Arena Aca…

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  Jess Weldon, Arena · [email protected]

January 20, 2023 at 4:32 PM

Apply to Arena Academy 201

Join a community of campaign professionals committed to leveling up their skills and unlocking their leadership potential. Apply to Arena Academy 201 by THIS Sunday at 11:59 p.m. ET Arena Community,   In February, we’re bringing together e…

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  Lauren Baer, Managing Partner at Arena · [email protected]

December 29, 2022 at 5:01 PM

Arena’s 2022 Year in Review

Take a look at our Year in Review! We hope you’ll read it and feel proud of what we’ve achieved together. Arena Community,   What a year!    Despite predictions of a Red Wave, Democrats had the best midterm performance for a sitting Presid…

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  Jess Weldon, Training Director at Arena · [email protected]

December 27, 2022 at 5:01 PM

Did you see our Academy 201 launch?

Apply to Arena Academy 201 today. You’ll join a passionate and dedicated community of progressive professionals excited about becoming better campaign leaders. And you’ll gain the assistance of the Arena Careers team in helping you land your next gig. Pre Arena Community, …

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  Lauren Baer, Managing Partner at Arena · [email protected]

December 20, 2022 at 6:21 PM

Announcing our first Arena Academy of 2023!

Apply to Arena Academy 201 today. You’ll join a passionate and dedicated community of progressive professionals excited about becoming better campaign leaders. And you’ll gain the assistance of the Arena Careers team in helping you land your next gig. Pre …

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  Team Arena · [email protected]

November 29, 2022 at 1:00 PM

Our winning strategy Is making news

Did you catch Arena in the news last week? In a briefing to some of the biggest donors on the left, Arena Managing Partner Lauren Baer had a message: 2024 starts today. Dear Friend,   Did you catch Arena in the news last week?    In a bri…

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  Team Arena · [email protected]

November 24, 2022 at 3:00 PM

Happy Thanksgiving from Arena

This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for the Arena community and the fact that you’re a part of it. Dear Friend,   This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for the Arena community and the fact that you’re a part of it. …

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  Lauren Baer, Arena · [email protected]

November 9, 2022 at 9:39 PM

Arena Made The Difference

Today is a good day for Democrats and a good day for democracy. In races all across the country and up and down the ballot, we defied expectations and won, proving that polls and pundits don’t decide elections – you do. Whether you worked as a campaign st …

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  Santiago Martinez, Arena · [email protected]

November 8, 2022 at 12:30 AM

Election Night Eve

When Arena Academy ends, our grads get to work on races across the country. This cycle, we have 210 Arena-trained staff working on campaigns from city council to the U.S. Senate and beyond. While it would be impossible to list them all out in one email, …

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  Lauren Baer, Arena · [email protected]

October 15, 2022 at 2:01 PM

Ten Tools to Supercharge Your GOTV

The countdown is on with less than one month until Election Day 2022. Candidates, staffers, and volunteers across the country are preparing to get out the vote, a process we commonly refer to as GOTV. Arena Community,   The countdown is o…

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  Lauren Baer, Arena · [email protected]

October 11, 2022 at 2:01 PM

Four weeks until Election Day

You answered the call: because of your support, and with just four weeks to go until Election Day, we’ve been able to add two new Fellows to the program. Today, I want to introduce you to Taylor and Adrian and ask you to chip in again to make sure we are …

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  Lauren Baer, Arena · [email protected]

October 5, 2022 at 2:01 PM

It’s not too late to join tomorrow’s GOTV training!

In the most competitive races, every vote matters and it all comes down to turnout. Sign up for our free, virtual GOTV volunteer training tomorrow, October 6, at 8:00 p.m. ET Arena Community,   If you haven’t already RSVP’d, there’s still…

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  Lauren Baer, Arena · [email protected]

October 1, 2022 at 2:01 PM

Arena is getting to work in Pennsylvania

Today, I’m thrilled to introduce you to the Arena Staff Fellows working to flip the Pennsylvania State Legislature. Winning a Democratic majority in the PA State House is finally within reach. Arena Community,   Today, I’m thrilled to intr…

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  Lauren Baer, Arena · [email protected]

September 29, 2022 at 9:01 PM

Join Arena and Swing Left for GOTV Training

Arena is partnering with Swing Left for The Last Weekend, a coalition effort to mobilize volunteers and voters in support of pro-democracy candidates in the most competitive races across the country Arena Community,   The final four days b…

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  Lauren Baer, Arena · [email protected]

September 24, 2022 at 8:01 PM

Introducing the Arizona Fellows

Today I’m thrilled to introduce you to the Arena Staff Fellows working to flip the Arizona State Legislature. Arizona is a story of how to win back power in a Republican-controlled state. In 2012, just 10 years ago, Republicans had a super-majority in the …

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  Lauren Baer, Arena · [email protected]

July 27, 2022 at 5:01 PM

Arena in Politico

The path to protecting American democracy begins and ends in state legislatures. Arena Community,   The path to protecting American democracy begins and ends in state legislatures.    From abortion, to climate change, to voting rights, to gun violence pre…

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