Molly Rhodes

Molly Rhodes, Ph.D., is a seasoned research and policy analyst currently employed at Service Employees International Union Local 721, where responsibilities include financial and policy analysis for 22 municipalities in the Los Angeles/Orange counties area. Previously, as a senior research analyst at UNITE HERE, Molly Rhodes focused on improving the lives of hotel workers and promoting sustainable hotel development. Early career experience includes serving as a lead organizer for UAW Local 2865, where Molly Rhodes facilitated the formation of an organization for teaching assistants and negotiated the inaugural contract with bargaining teams. Educational qualifications include a Ph.D. in Cultural Studies from UC San Diego and an AB in English and Studio Arts from Occidental College. Additional roles at UC Irvine included a research fellow and at UC San Diego included lecturer and teaching assistant in various subjects.