Sam Wempe Email & Phone Number

Currently, I am the Senior Director of Government Relations & Public Policy with Motional. Under my leadership, I network with regulators and other stakeholders to guide policy decision-making processes. I also consult with senior leadership regarding the use of AI, privacy policies, and market prioritization. In addition, I am a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP).

Listed skills include Event Planning, Facebook, Blogging, Project Management, and 12 others.

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  Senior Director Of Government Relations And Public Policy

  Motional

  Sep 2020 - Present - Seattle, Washington, United States

  -Lead industry-wide initiatives as the Vice-Chair of the Autonomous Vehicle Industry Group, steering collaborative efforts to shape future policy frameworks and regulatory standards that will guide the sector through evolving global challenges. Set to assume the role of Chair in 2025, continuing to drive industry leadership and advocacy.-Play an integral role in supporting product development efforts by strategizing the company’s approach to global regulatory changes for autonomous vehicles, directly contributing to successful and compliant future expansion.-Provide dynamic leadership to up to four team members tasked with improving the company’s risk posture by continuously monitoring potential policy risks, including risks related to Chinese-sourced components.-Drive professional development for team members to enhance policy analysis and advocacy skills; directed the policy intern program for four years while ensuring a focus on boosting intern experience.-Leverage communication and networking skills to build trust with federal regulators, successfully achieving additional permissions for vehicle testing on public roads while leading a specialized program; outlined differences, similarities, and mitigation strategies related to FMVSS compliance and other certifications for autonomous vehicles.