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Vote-By-Mail Best Practices Webinar

The panelists discussed the general challenges of running elections using mail-in ballots, how they make sure their elections are secure, and how they are adapting their processes around COVID-19. These are general best practices for administering central count elections and not tied to state specific protocols or situations.

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Webinar Panelists

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Stephen Trout
Elections Director, State of Oregon
Steve has over 20 years of state and local government election experience, both in the public and private sectors. During his time in Oregon, Steve pioneered using tablets in elections and automatic voter registration. While in the private sector, Steve assisted local governments with compliance with election laws, including Help America Vote Act and the Voting Rights Act.

Julie Wise
Director of Elections, King County, Washington
Julie has served King County voters for more than 15 years as a champion of best practices in elections at both the state and national level. Notable accomplishments include expanding ballot drop box locations, adding two languages for more accessible voting, and pioneering prepaid postage for all registered voters.

Sal DeBiase
President & CEO, Phoenix Graphics, Inc.
Sal is the President of Phoenix Graphics Inc. For nearly a century, Phoenix Graphics has delivered high quality print solutions to customers nationwide, including ballot printing and mailing services. Phoenix Graphics uses the latest printing technologies and dedicated supported teams to ensure jurisdictions of every size have successful mail-in components of their elections.

Jay Bollenbacher, Webinar Moderator
Audit Program Manager, Clear Ballot Group
For nearly 15 years, Jay has studied all aspects of election systems while working for both the public and private sectors. Driven to enhance internal operations and increase confidence in elections, Jay collaborates with Clear Ballot’s audit customers to gather valuable feedback and translates findings into achievable development items. 

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