NCSL Staff Directory

As a policy analyst, Abby Francl supports the Environment, Energy and Transportation Program by conducting environmental policy research. She comes to NCSL with experience in policy research, data analysis, and constituent services through internships with Future Caucus, U.S. Senate, and Women In Government. Francl studied political science and Spanish at the University of Denver.

Bryan Law oversees NCSL's Energy Program. Prior to joining NCSL, Law worked extensively as a legislative staffer in the Texas and Rhode Island state legislatures on energy and health policy respectively. Dedicated to the ideals of state sovereignty and representative democracy, Law strongly believes in the mission of NCSL. He is currently pursuing a doctoral degree in education and holds bachelor's and master's degrees in government and political science.

As a program principal in the Financial Services, Technology and Communications Program at the National Conference of State Legislatures, Chelsea Canada works on privacy and technology topics, including artificial intelligence. Prior to joining NCSL, Canada worked on different public policy topics for the Colorado General Assembly, the New Mexico Legislature and non-profits in Colorado and New Mexico. She earned a bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism from the University of Colorado-Boulder and a master’s in public policy from the University of Denver..

As a policy associate, Dalton Oberfoell supports the Environment, Energy and Transportation team through energy policy research. His research primarily focuses on energy security, tribal energy, fossil fuels, emissions and carbon capture. Prior to joining NCSL, Oberfoell studied at Loras College and will be obtaining his masters of public policy from the University of Denver’s Josef Korbel School of International Studies.

Eric Mayo focuses on child care and other early care and education issues. Prior to joining NCSL, Mayo worked as a policy manager for a social services agency in Illinois and spent time as staff for a New York State Senator. He earned his bachelors degree from Northwestern University and a Master in Public Policy from the University of Chicago.

As a policy specialist in the Health Program, Erin Glossop leads issues related to commercial insurance coverage and supports the prescription drug portfolio. Prior to joining NCSL, Glossop worked for five years in the Ohio General Assembly and in state government relations. She is passionate about aiding in the development of public policy and supporting legislators and staff.

In her role as a program coordinator, Grace Minix supports NCSL's Elections and Redistricting Program. Prior to joining NCSL, Minix worked in administrative support roles in both corporate and non-profit sectors. She earned a bachelor’s degree in engineering from Northwestern University.

As a policy analyst for NCSL’s Financial Services, Technology and Communications Program, Jackson Littlewood focuses on broadband and other telecommunications issues. Littlewood also spent time as an intern for NCSL's Energy Program for eight months and worked for a Fort Collins-based energy nonprofit before that. He earned a bachelor's degree in political science, philosophy, economics and sociology from Trinity College Dublin and a master's degree in global politics from the London School of Economics and Political Science.

As grants manager, Kirstin Howley supports the fundraising of the policy and research teams. Howley joined NCSL in 2025 with experience managing grants for nonprofit organizations. She earned a bachelor’s degree in French language and international affairs and a master’s degree in global and european politics, specializing in international security policy.

Lexi Wilson is a Program Coordinator for the Health Program at NCSL. She has nearly 10 years of experience in event coordination and community engagement in the greater Denver area. She is dedicated to bringing communities together by creating and coordinating enriching events, that run smoothly and successfully. She is eager to bring her skills to NCSL to support their mission, and members.

Marco Savarin works with NCSL's Leader's Center and Institute for International Cooperation. Savarin comes to NCSL with several years of experience as a congressional staffer working on defense and foreign policy related issues. He attended Michigan State University where he earned a bachelor's degree in international relations. He also holds a master's degree in international security from the University of Denver's Josef Korbel School of International Relations.

As a policy associate, Matt Wicks supports the Transportation team at NCSL in public safety and tax policies. Wicks comes to NCSL with experience in public service with nonprofits and state agencies. He is passionate about public service and is currently earning a graduate degree in public policy.