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Patricia Kelmar is a seasoned nonprofit executive with over 15 years of experience in health care campaigns, organizational management, and strategic planning. Currently serving as the Senior Director of Health Care Campaigns at U.S. PIRG since July 2020, Patricia collaborates with state organizations to tackle critical issues like prescription drug costs and patient safety. Previous roles include Principal at PDKelmar Associates, LLC, where strategic campaigns and stakeholder engagement were developed for clients like AARP and Consumer Reports, and Director of Health Policy at the National Consumers League, where Patricia led initiatives on health policy and consumer awareness. Patricia's extensive background also encompasses positions at the New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute, AARP, and involvement in grant writing for various nonprofit organizations. Patricia holds a JD from The George Washington University Law School and a BA in Political Science from Boston College.