Nick Schilligo is the Director of Government Relations for 1-800CONTACTS, where he oversees legislation and regulatory lobbying for half the country. Prior to joining 1-800 CONTACTS, he oversaw the American Osteopathic Association’s where he oversaw interactions in the state legislative and regulatory arenas and worked with state boards to ensure that the osteopathic profession is represented in their licensing activities. Immediately after graduating from DePaul worked for six years at the North American Spine Society where he oversaw all aspects of the organizations advocacy and political activities. Nick holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Missouri and Master’s Degree in Public Service Management from DePaul University.