Megan Yee’s career trajectory is a testament to the power of adaptability and a willingness to learn. As the Vice President of Perry Communications Group (PCG), she has become an indispensable asset to the firm, specializing in public affairs and strategic communications, particularly in healthcare policy. Her journey from Folsom to the heart of California‘s political scene is an inspiring story of growth and determination.

Yee’s path to success was not paved with a direct route. Raised in Folsom, she attended Santa Barbara City College before transferring to the University of California, Los Angeles through the Transfer Admission Guarantee program. Her academic journey was marked by a diverse set of experiences that ultimately shaped her career.

Early Career and International Adventures

After graduating, Yee took a sales job at Yelp, where she honed her skills in handling rejection and building resilience. Making 80 calls a day she learned the art of persuasion and the importance of perseverance. However, her career took an unexpected turn when she decided to pursue an intensive two-month program to earn an English teaching credential in Prague, Czech Republic.

The program was grueling, but it equipped Yee with valuable skills. She then found a job as an au pair for two young boys in Barcelona, Spain, through Facebook Marketplace. This experience taught her the nuances of communication, especially when dealing with language barriers. She recalls laughing with the boys’ father, Fernando, as they tried to understand each other, a lesson that would later prove invaluable in her communication career.

Joining Perry Communications Group

Upon returning to the United States, Yee worked briefly as an office manager for EcoGuard, a pest management company owned by a family friend. It was during this time that she saw an advertisement for an opening at PCG in the Capitol Morning Report. Despite her unconventional background, Yee’s determination and willingness to learn caught the attention of her interviewers.

Starting as an assistant account executive, Yee quickly proved her mettle. She immersed herself in learning the ins and outs of the company, from understanding what an op-ed was to mastering the art of advocacy. Her drive to learn and adapt set her apart, leading to her promotion to Vice President in 2022.

Advocacy and Impact

Yee’s work at PCG has been marked by her ability to connect with people and tell compelling stories. One of her most significant projects has been her ongoing work with the Sickle Cell Disease Foundation (SCDF). Since 2019, she has been instrumental in securing $15 million in state funding to create Networking California for Sickle Cell Care, the state’s first and only network of adult sickle cell clinics.

In 2021, PCG launched the “Neglected No More” campaign, which brought together sickle cell patients, family members, and healthcare workers to raise awareness about the clinics’ openings. Yee’s ability to build trust and maintain it has been crucial to the campaign’s success. Kaitlin Perry, Managing Partner at PCG, praised Yee’s effortless ability to gain patients’ trust and convince them to share their stories.

Under Yee’s leadership, the campaign reached over five million Californians in the first half of 2022. SCDF has continued to receive legislative support for their programs, securing $5 million in 2024 and an additional $6 million in 2026. Mary Brown, President and CEO of SCDF, noted the ease of achieving these goals with Yee’s leadership.

Yee has also worked on other policy issues, including multi-cancer early detection screening. After five years of advocacy efforts, she celebrated the passage of federal legislation in 2025 that created a pathway for Medicare to cover multi-cancer early screening tests. Now, she is an executive committee member of the American Cancer Society’s Cultivate campaign in Sacramento, which brings together local chefs for a community dinner to raise money for cancer research.

No matter what policy issue Yee dives into, she brings forth a deep sense of care, empathy, and understanding that allows her to enact real change. Kassy Perry, President and CEO of PCG, highlighted Yee’s gift for working with clients and becoming a part of their team. For Kaitlin Perry, these qualities are why Yee has become so invaluable to the company.

Before joining PCG, Yee had a goal in mind: to become the person on the other side of the interviewing desk, an experienced mentor who could help up-and-comers get their start. Seven years later, she sits on this side comfortably, bringing positivity, care, and mentorship to PCG and the greater Capitol Community.