The Railway Supply Institute has named Thomas Jensen as the association’s new president.
Jensen, an experienced leader with more than 30 years of work in government affairs, public policy and transportation advocacy experience, will lead RSI’s legislative, regulatory and advocacy efforts on behalf of the industry.
“RSI is pleased to welcome Tom Jensen to our leadership team,” Greg Dalpe, chair of RSI Board of Directors and EVP, Freight Car Services – Progress Rail, said. “Tom brings decades of experience navigating complex transportation policy issues and building strong relationships across government, industry, and stakeholder communities. His extensive background in advocacy and public affairs makes him uniquely qualified to advance RSI’s policy priorities and strengthen our position as the voice of the railway supply industry.”
Prior to this position, Jensen served as the VP of Government Relations for America250, where he led government relations activities supporting the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission and helped engage the bipartisan Congressional American 250 Caucus. Prior to that, he led government affairs functions for building and construction materials manufacturing firms Amrize, and served as the VP of Government Affairs for autonomous trucking technology company TuSimple. Jensen also spent three decades at UPS, where he directed advocacy strategies on transportation and infrastructure issues, and represented the company before Congress, the U.S. Department of Transportation and the White House.
“Tom’s expertise in transportation policy and government affairs will be a tremendous asset to RSI and our members,” said Dalpe. “His proven ability to advocate effectively on behalf of industry stakeholders and navigate complex legislative and regulatory matters will help position RSI and its members for continued success.”