1. DAN MOCK
6980 NW Beaver Drive dmock233@gmail.com
Johnston, IA50131 515-650-7542
PROFILE
Disciplined individual with strong research, analysis, and writing abilities. Particularly effective
with critical thinking, researching and analyzing complex issues, identifying patterns, preparing
reports for diverse audiences. Diverse knowledge of public safety, law enforcement, government,
and legislative sectors.Extensive interest in the areas of risk management, intelligence and
homeland security, financial and regulatory threats.International experience includes Europe,
China, and one year in London. Open to relocation and international assignments.Known for:
Succinct writing style that makes the point quickly and effectively
Working well independentlyor with a group
Initiative to create processes and training for sustainable solutions
Relevant communication with a wide range of audiences
Meeting deadlines without management oversight
Ability to meet rigorous security clearance
Experience with various open source intelligence techniques
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
STATE OF IOWA 2003, 2006, 2008-2010, 2012
Legislative-Senate: Democratic Caucus Research Staff
Assist State legislators with research of bills, impact analysis, and communication with target
audiences (committees, Senate, target groups and communities, statewide).
Fellow (2012)
Responsible for detailed research, analysis, reports, and communication on issues for legislators,
media and interest groups. Report to Director of Communication; resource for interns.
Key role accelerating video and social media to reach target groups during legislative session.
o Reached target audiences in 50% less time—replaced traditional press releases.
o Solution received numerous positive comments from constituents.
Saved hundreds of staff hours and eliminated video production errors by initiating
development of an intern training program and processes which remain in use today.
Increased involvement of non-government organizations on Governor’s decision following a
unanimous House and Senate vote. Created comprehensive statewide communication plan.
Selected from 8 associates for advancement to Fellow position.
Department of Public Safety: IowaIntelligenceFusionCenter
Foster interagency cooperation and intelligence sharing to prevent and solve crimes. The
IntelligenceFusionCenter handles law enforcement inquiries from numerous federal, state and
local agencies within and outside Iowa.
Analyst Intern (2008-2010)
Researched trends, specific crimes, and homeland security; reported to Analyst Supervisor and
assisted 15-20 criminal intelligence analysts and law enforcement officers.
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Recognized for analysis of thousands of detailed documents to identify patterns of child labor
violations for the largest illegal immigration raid and conviction in the U.S. The case involved
the FBI, DCI, and other state and federal agencies.
Identified new criminal detection methods and created training materials for officers.
Created a three year drug trend and impact study for 99 counties which enabled top officials
to deploy resources to prevent and solve crimes in hotspots.
Within only two weeks brought current a 90 day backlog of thousands of criminal background
checks required for employment in the gaming industry.
Reduced risks and issues for high profile visitors and dignitaries by developing a consistent
briefing process used across city, county, and state law enforcement agencies.
Saved time of law enforcement agents by creating a solution to quickly and accurately identify
the county of arrest on interstate highways.
Legislative-Senate: Democratic Caucus Research Staff
Intern (Summers 2003 and 2006)
Key role establishing audio capabilities to support communication objectives of 20-
30Senators across a wide range of venues, audiences, and messages.
Developed studio production process including script writing, video production, and
customized distribution for each Senator.
EDUCATION
Master’s Degree, Intelligence and International Security, King’s College, London
Passed with Merit(2012)
Thesis: Mohammad Mosaddeq and Oil Nationalization in Iran
Bachelors of Science, Political Science, LoyolaUniversity, Chicago, IL (2008)
GPA of 3.495 on 4.0 scale
University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS (2004-2005)
People to People—Student Ambassador to Europe
Cultural experience in Beijing, China
