Valerie Lemmie is senior advisor for state and local government at the Kettering Foundation. An adept strategic thinker and local government thought leader, Lemmie is a distinguished pracademic with over 40 years of experience solving public problems and controversial issues in governmental organizations; leading research on democratic practices and public engagement; and advising public officials across the United States on innovative and effective strategies for advancing an inclusive democracy.
Currently, Lemmie works to advance democratic innovation through public deliberation; encourage and support initiatives that strengthen democracy; and promote public accountability, transparency, and collaboration. Lemmie serves on numerous boards including the National Conference on Citizenship. She is a published author and international speaker on democracy, public governance, leadership, and innovative civic engagement strategies.