David S. Lieberman
Bethesda
Summary
Senior policy leader with proven track record in driving growth and operational excellence. Adept at strategic planning, project management, and leveraging data to inform decisions. Strong focus on fostering team collaboration and adapting to changing business needs. Highly skilled in leadership, communication, and delivering impactful results.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Director, N. American Government Relations
Bentley Systems
09.2021 - Current
- Lead a four person government relations team advocating for a 'digital transformation' in N. American infrastructure policy.
- Led an effort to create a $100m digital construction grant program included in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
- Led the effort to include digital policies in the FAA Reauthorization, Water Resources Development Act, and FY 25/26 appropriations.
- Develop strong relationships with key Administration, Capitol Hill, trade association, and industry partners, fostering collaboration and mutual growth opportunities.
- Brief C-suite executives on policy changes in N. America and how that may impact the company.
- Work with different business units inside the company to develop a public policy strategy for their products.
- Represent the company at trade association, PAC, governor's association events, including speaking on panels and roundtables.
- Optimized project timelines by effectively delegating tasks and prioritizing workload among team members.
Associate Attorney/Lobbyist
Webster, Chamberlain & Bean, LLP
05.2016 - 09.2021
- Lobby the U.S. Congress and Executive agencies, creating successful legislative and regulatory outcomes in the areas of appropriations, transportation, healthcare, telecommunications, bankruptcy, and tax.
- Evaluate, distill, write, and communicate proposed congressional legislation, amendments, appropriations’ report language, and public comments for Executive agency rulemakings.
- Counsel clients regarding their anti-trust, tax, intellectual property, cybersecurity, and employment legal issues, including compliance with state and federal law and regulations, and defending against federal and state agency enforcement actions.
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, and motions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws.
Legislative Counsel
Senator Susan M. Collins
04.2015 - 05.2016
- Tracked progress of assigned bills throughout the legislative process ensuring timely updates were provided as needed.
- Contributed to the establishment of bipartisan consensus by mediating negotiations between opposing parties over contentious policy issues.
- Developed comprehensive policy recommendations for legislators, fostering informed decisionmaking.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to address concerns and incorporate feedback into legislation, promoting successful outcomes.
Legislative Counsel
Congressman Michael C. Burgess
10.2012 - 04.2015
- Provided the Congressman legal, political, and policy counsel regarding transportation, tax, the environment, budget, labor, agriculture, telecommunications, and financial services issues.
- Staffed, and provided briefings, for the Congressman’s work on the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, and the House Committee on Rules.
- Drafted transportation and agriculture legislation that ultimately became law.
Law Clerk
United States Court of Federal Claims
01.2012 - 05.2012
- Created and prepared legal drafts by organizing and assembling information for legal documents and forms.
- Supported attorneys in preparing for trials by organizing case materials and drafting legal documents.
Law Clerk
United States Senate Committee on the Judiciary
06.2011 - 12.2011
- Researched background on, and gave analysis of, nominated U.S. District Court Judges to Senator Charles E. Grassley (R-IA) and staff that was used during confirmation hearings.
Staff Assistant/Legislative Correspondent
Congressman Jeffrey L. Fortenberry
08.2007 - 12.2008
- Staffed, organized, and managed the congressional front office, and responded to constituent inquiries via telephone, email, and letter.
Education
Juris Doctor -
The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law
Washington, DC05.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Syracuse University, Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs
Syracuse, NY05.2007
Skills
- Collaborative leadership
- Culture transformation
- Expert communicator
- Team management
- Policy development
Certification
Member of the Maryland and Washington, DC bars.
Timeline
Senior Director, N. American Government Relations
Bentley Systems
09.2021 - Current
Associate Attorney/Lobbyist
Webster, Chamberlain & Bean, LLP
05.2016 - 09.2021
Legislative Counsel
Senator Susan M. Collins
04.2015 - 05.2016
Legislative Counsel
Congressman Michael C. Burgess
10.2012 - 04.2015
Law Clerk
United States Court of Federal Claims
01.2012 - 05.2012
Law Clerk
United States Senate Committee on the Judiciary
06.2011 - 12.2011
Staff Assistant/Legislative Correspondent
Congressman Jeffrey L. Fortenberry
08.2007 - 12.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Syracuse University, Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs
Juris Doctor -
The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law
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