Abel Torres
Executive Director @ U.S. Chamber of Commerce | Global Public Policy | Digital Economy | Emerging Technology
- Role
- Executive Director, Center for Global Regulatory Cooperation at U.S. Chamber of Commerce
- Location
- Washington, WA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Abel Torres
VALUE PROPOSITIONI am highly effective in government affairs, with extensive experience leading engagement with elected officials, government agencies, and industry partners. My success is driven by my ability to build strategies that secure opportunities to build strong consensus in favor of policy and legislative goals.Specialties: Policy Development, Relationship Building, Government Affairs, Advisor to Company Leadership, IoT Issues, Cybersecurity, Advocacy, Business Development
Experience
Executive Director, Center for Global Regulatory Cooperation
Jul 2022 — Present · DC, US
I work to drive the advancement of policies and regulations that support the growth and development of the digital economy. Focusing on emerging policy issues associated with artificial intelligence, cloud, 5G, blockchain, data-driven innovation, and others, I lead the development of strategies for global policy and regulatory cooperation across regions. Through proactive engagement with regulatory bodies and industry stakeholders, I aim to promote the adoption of good regulatory practices, sound policy frameworks, and high-standard trade disciplines.
Education
St. Mary's University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Biology
The Johns Hopkins University - Carey Business School
Master of Science (MSc), Finance
2011 — 2013
Georgetown University
Master of Science (MSc), Molecular Biology and Biochemistry
2000 — 2001
Mount de Sales Academy
Diploma, Biology/College Prep
Skills
- Proposal Writing
- Legislation
- Legislative Affairs
- Strategy
- International Relations
- State Government
- Public Policy
- Coalitions
- Federal Government
- Strategic Communications
- Healthcare
- Policy Analysis
- Public Speaking
- Health Policy
- Policy
- Community Outreach
- Legislative Relations
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
- Grassroots Organizing
- Crisis Communications
- Leadership
- Program Management
- Politics
- Political Campaigns
- Regulatory Affairs
- Government
- Homeland Security
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