As a trusted Government Relations Executive with a distinguished 20 year career, Rolf Hanson is responsible for leading strategies and tactics for state and regulatory areas at API. As an accountable and committed professional, Rolf is responsible for managing an extensive budget while directing large teams of staff and contractors to achieve common objectives. With extensive experience in public affairs as well as public relations and government affairs, Rolf is a highly respected liaison between elected officials, legislative staff, and professional associations including managing the needs and expectations of over 650 member companies. Known for his working knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes throughout the United States, Rolf is also respected for his trustworthy and honest nature, effective communication, adaptability, decision making and problem-solving capabilities, as well as his ability to lead and inspire those he works with.