Veronica Bell is a native San Franciscan and experienced corporate strategist adept in policy, community engagement, public-private partnerships, reputation management, crisis management and corporate communications. As a Partner at Lighthouse Public Affairs, Veronica has worked with some of the Bay Area’s largest companies, providing strategic and political guidance in San Francisco. She has entitled millions of square feet of new office and retail development, representing developers on some of the region’s most ambitious projects. Veronica has also represented tech companies on local legislation that impacts housing, transportation, and general business operations, and she has strong relationships with community leaders, elected officials, and other decision-makers.

Prior to joining Lighthouse Public Affairs, Veronica led Google’s Community and Public Policy efforts in the Bay Area through a period of tremendous growth. Veronica worked with government agencies, non-governmental organizations, community groups, environmentalists, and elected officials on a variety of efforts, including public-private partnerships, transportation planning, land use, and corporate philanthropy.

Veronica also contributes to many philanthropic and civic projects. She currently serves on the Board of the San Francisco Zoo and Conservation Society as well as the Board of SF Made, an organization dedicated to building a vibrant manufacturing sector in San Francisco. Veronica served as a board member of SPUR (San Francisco Planning and Urban Research) for three years. Veronica lives in San Francisco with her husband and three children.

Salesforce, Zoox, Tesla, Golden Gate Restaurant Association, LIT Homes, STraffic