About

I’m a first-generation American, Asheville native, and lifelong Democrat. I graduated from UNC Asheville in 2015 with a degree in Spanish Literature. After working for a decade in Asheville’s hospitality industry, I left to focus on developing my career as a political consultant and communications specialist.

In 2022, I served as Field and Communications Director for a US Congressional primary campaign.

In 2024, I served as Campaign Manager for a successful Asheville City Council race.

In 2026, I served as Campaign Manager for a successful District Attorney race, and a first-time city council candidate who placed top 3 and moved into the 2026 General Election.

I also serve on various boards and committees and work on a statewide Voter Registration and Civic Engagement campaign.

I started Voice for Strategic Progress to help candidates and causes coordinate campaigns that reflect their values, speak to their communities, and build lasting change—not just for election day, but for our collective future.

-Valentina S. Pallin