David McEllis

David McEllis is the Illinois Legislative Director at ELPC, working on current Illinois energy legislative issues. Prior to joining ELPC, David served as senior legislative counsel in the Office of the Illinois Senate President. He was the lead Senate Democratic staffer for the Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee and the Senate Labor Committee. He lives in Chicago with his wife and daughter.

WHAT’S A PLACE YOU LOVE IN THE MIDWEST?

My favorite place to visit in the Midwest is Giant City State Park in Southern Illinois. While in Southern Illinois I also like to stop by Scratch Brewing in Ava, Illinois.

WHAT DRIVES YOU TO DO THIS WORK?

I am constantly impressed and inspired by my coworkers and their intelligence, drive, and passion for protecting the environment.