Andrew Newhart

About Andrew Newhart

Accomplished government affairs professional with over 15 years of diverse experience in political campaigns, federal government service, and the private sector.

Experience

1. Senior Director, Government Relations

   U.S. Travel Association

   Jul 2022 — Present · Washington, DC, US

   U.S. Travel Association is the national, non-profit organization representing all components of the travel industry. Travelers in the United States are estimated to spend $1.1 trillion in 2022 (still 10% below 2019 levels). U.S. Travel advocates for policies to accelerate an even recovery across the travel industry and restore economic and job growth for this essential contributor to our nation’s success. As the united voice of the industry, U.S. Travel prioritizes high-impact issues that matter most to our collective membership. We not only identify the industry’s biggest opportunities and challenges, but also develop the messages and actions to create positive growth.We advocate for policies that will advance and elevate our industry on the national level, engaging our members with the tools, research and resources needed to influence change at state and local levels.

Education

• St. Bonaventure University

  B.A., Political Science, Philosophy Pre-Law

  2003 — 2007

• University of Oxford

  English, Science

  2006 — 2006

Skills

• Legislative Relations
• Congress
• Politics
• Political Science
• Public Policy
• Foreign Policy
• Homeland Security
• Coalitions
• Strategic Communications
• Media Relations
• Political Communication
• Legislative Research
• Legislation
• Grassroots Organizing
• Grassroots
• Political Campaigns
• Political Consulting
• Government
• Policy
• Legislative Affairs
• Governmental Affairs
• Public Affairs
• Legal Writing
• Policy Analysis
• Speech Writing