Melinda Fiscus is the Director of Government Affairs for the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. In this role, she provides networking opportunities, consulting services, and professional development for IL school districts. She also serves as one of the IL State E-Rate Coordinators. Melinda is passionate about advocacy and believes in the power of organizational partnerships. She also serves as one of the Illinois representatives and board Chair-Elect of SETDA and is a founding member of the IL K12 Classroom Connectivity Project. Melinda is in her 25th year working for the advancement of educational technology in IL.