Mahmoud Abunie

Mahmoud Abunie is an experienced public affairs specialist currently serving the San Mateo County Transit District, focusing on media relations, public relations, and special event planning. Prior roles include account executive at Katz & Associates, where Mahmoud developed communication strategies for transit and public utility clients, and legislative affairs and media content manager at Grassroots Change, researching legislation impacting public health. Additional experience encompasses government relations consultancy at the Arab American Institute, policy aide for San Francisco Supervisor Eric Mar, and various positions in campaign organization and municipal projects. Mahmoud holds a Master's of Public Affairs in Public Policy from the University of San Francisco and a Bachelor's in Political Science from San Francisco State University.