Allen Thompson

About Allen Thompson

Washington isn’t for the pretty—it’s for the persistent.” Success demands mastery of People, Policy, Process, and Politics—and the ability to turn public policy into business advantage.As Vice President of U.S. Government Affairs at Intel, I lead the company’s U.S. government affairs and advocacy strategy—engaging Congress, the White House, federal agencies, and state governments to advance Intel’s priorities at the intersection of technology policy, national security, and U.S. economic competitiveness.My role involves managing a high-performing team, aligning public policy with business strategy, and representing Intel in high-stakes policy discussions that shape the future of the semiconductor industry, AI, and emerging technologies. I serve as a key advisor to executive leadership on political risk, regulatory impact, and legislative opportunity, helping position Intel as a trusted voice in public-private partnerships.With a background spanning military service, Capitol Hill, and Fortune 100 corporations, I’ve built a reputation for delivering results in complex political environments. My approach blends deep policy expertise with strategic influence—shaping legislation, guiding executive action, and defending corporate reputation with credibility and clarity.I thrive on creating influence strategies that move the needle—through stakeholder engagement, bipartisan coalition building, and smart political investment.Keywords:Government Relations | Public Policy | Federal Affairs | Technology Policy | Regulatory Strategy | Legislative Affairs | Corporate Advocacy | Political Risk | National Security | State Government Affairs| Public-Private Partnerships | Semiconductor Industry | Interim Chief Government Affairs Officer | Global Policy LeadershipLet’s connect if you’re passionate about where policy meets innovation—and how advocacy drives strategic growth.FOCUS AREAS: Government Affairs—Public Policy, Government, Politics Legislative Strategy—Coalition Building Building a Competitive Advantage through Government & Public Affairs Digital Advocacy—Using Social Media to Communicate Policy Leveraging Corporate Social Responsibility to Enhance Brand with PolicymakersSAMPLE SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS: Intel Corporation Supplier Summit Washington Campus Bryce Harlow Foundation: Semester in Washington D.C. Central Kitchen Retail Industry Conferences

Experience

1. Vice President, U s - Canada Government Relations

   Intel

   Aug 2020 — Present · Washington, DC, US

   In August of 2020, I was selected to oversee Intel’s D.C. office with management responsibility for 18 government and public affairs professionals. As the VP of U.S-Canada Government Relations, my primary focus consists of advocating for Intel’s public policy priorities with the U.S. and Canadian government governments. I take pride in being sought after for my extensive expertise in lobbying elected officials, policymakers, government agency heads, and trade associations and in designing advocacy campaigns that achieve favorable public policy results. Led 18-person team responsible for advancing Intel’s public policy priorities with U.S. and Canadian governments by representing the corporation before federal, state, and provincial officials on issues related to economic, technology, and national security policy.Advocacy Campaigns—CHIPS & Science Act: Spearheaded large-scale campaign resulting in the passage of the CHIPS & Science Act with bipartisan support, providing the industry $52.5B in funding for federal grant programs and tax incentives and creating tens-of-thousands of new U.S-based jobs. Obtained $7.8B in U.S. semiconductor manufacturing incentives for Intel. Strategic Lobbying: Secured $300M+ in state incentives. Developed and executed advocacy strategies with the U.S. Government and implemented campaigns that highlighted Intel’s interests with trade associations, relevant 3rd parties, and policymakers.“One Intel” People Culture & Growth: Developed USGA team growing the organization from 4 to 18 government and public affairs professionals. Recruited, trained, mentored, and managed staff to collaborate across the aisle, push boundaries, and solve problems with truth and transparency.

Education

• INSEAD

  Executive Education Program

  2016 — 2016

• The George Washington University

  Master’s Degree, Legislative Affairs

  2001 — 2003

• Stanford University Graduate School of Business

  Executive Education: Strategy Beyond Markets: Building Reputation and Competitive Advantage

  2017 — 2017

• US Coast Guard Academy

  Bachelor’s of Science, Government

  1994 — 1998