David Richardson
Managing Director/Head of Federal Affairs at Southwest Airlines
- Role
- Managing Director Head of Federal Affairs at Southwest Airlines
- Location
- Washington, DC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About David Richardson
Thought-leader within the Washington, DC aviation community and particularly in the area of public policy development and advocacy. Proven ability to lead a team of government affairs professionals, manage complex political matters, and work in a bipartisan/nonpartisan manner before Congress and federal regulatory agencies. Experience and strengths include strategic planning and execution, coalition building, grassroots advocacy, legal and policy analysis, legislative drafting, and old fashioned “shoe-leather” lobbying.Skilled written and oral communicator who has an exceptional reputation for honesty, straight-shooting, problem-solving, and substantive know-how. A passionate team player who thrives under pressure and in competitive/adversarial environments, while always maintaining a good sense of humor and upholding the highest standards of personal and professional integrity.
Experience
Managing Director Head of Federal Affairs
Dec 2016 — Present · Washington, DC, US
Head of the Federal Affairs for Southwest Airlines, supervising a team of nine outstanding professionals involved in both federal legislative and regulatory affairs.
Education
The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
1997 — 2001
American University
Bachelor's Degree (B.A.)
1989 — 1993
The George Washington University
Master of Arts (M.A.)
1993 — 1997
Skills
- Strategic Communications
- Legislative Relations
- Policy
- Public Policy
- Aviation
- Politics
- Public Speaking
- Policy Analysis
- Government
- Program Management
- Legislation
- Strategic Planning
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