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Al Thompson, who led government relations for Raytheon Technologies’ commercial aerospace and space businesses, is moving to Intel as VP-US government relations.
During his Raytheon stint, Thompson also led state government outreach, supervised its digital advocacy efforts and was lead lobbyist for Carrier and Otis Elevator.
Earlier, he handled Fortune 500 clients at Mehlman, Vogel, Castagnetti; served as deputy executive director of the Technology CEO Council; and was VP at the Retail Industry Leaders Assn, which represents Walmart, Target, Lowe’s, Home Depot, Best Buy and Costco.
The Coast Guard veteran also served as a staff member on the committee on homeland security for chairman Bennie Thompson (D-MS)
“Intel is committed to leading the critical policy debates shaping the future of technology,” said Jeff Rittener, chief government officer on the company’s blog. “Al Thompson’s deep experience in global trade, U.S. supply chain security, and issues related to AI, 5G and autonomous vehicle technologies will elevate Intel’s leadership on these and other issues."
Missy Edwards Strategies represents Shein Technology Group, the Los Angeles arm of the embattled Singapore-based “instant fashion” retailer.
Carlsbad, a north San Diego County city of 115K people, is looking for a firm to provide government relations and Sacramento lobbying services.
Gordon Sondland, who was US ambassador to the European Union under Donald Trump, has registered as a representative of Ukraine’s cabinet and ministers.
The Daschle Group is representing Santa Monica-based Stand with Hong Kong Action, an advocacy group that fights to end Chinese repression in Hong Kong.
McKinsey & Co. has reached out to Republican shop Harbinger Strategies to educate policymakers about the activities of the embattled management consultancy.
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