About Dawn Trevino

Dawn Trevino is a professional with a blend of expertise in public policy, technical innovation, and civic engagement. She currently serves as a Senior Associate at Patino Strategies, where she contributes to strategic communication initiatives for public entities, corporations, and nonprofits. In this role, she helps ensure complex policy issues are accessible and actionable, supports citywide outreach programs, assists in facilitating executive briefings, and monitors legislative developments to inform strategic planning. Her work reflects a commitment to fostering collaboration and driving impactful results for her clients.

Previously, Dawn served as Program Director at Patino Strategies, where she developed and implemented a citywide initiative in collaboration with city departments, nonprofits, and community organizations. She also gained federal policy experience through a prestigious fellowship in the U.S. House of Representatives, where she tracked legislation, drafted policy proposals, and provided strategic insights on federal policy-making processes. Additionally, Dawn honed her expertise in public affairs as a Research Associate, where she conducted in-depth research, developed strategic plans, and delivered actionable insights for clients across diverse sectors. She further expanded her understanding of judicial processes during her time at the 133rd Judicial District Court, supporting courtroom operations and maintaining accurate records of proceedings.

In addition to her policy work, Dawn serves as a Civil Engineering with the Texas Air National Guard. She specializes in designing and maintaining telecommunications infrastructure, leveraging advanced technical skills in AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and surveying. This unique combination of public policy expertise, public affairs experience, and technical acumen positions Dawn as a versatile leader dedicated to driving meaningful change.