Room: International C
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Session Description
Join Huw Williams a leading government relations expert for an insightful analysis of the current political landscape in Ontario and Canada, and the evolving tensions with the United States. This session will explore how shifting political priorities and election outcomes, may affect the bus sector. Gain valuable insights into how political changes may impact regulations for transit agencies and private bus operators. DonÂ’t miss this opportunity to better understand the political forces shaping the future of transportation in Ontario and beyond.
Speaker(s) / Presenter(s)
Huw Williams
Huw Williams is the President of Impact Public Affairs and specializes in government and media relations. With extensive experience advocating for the bus and transportation sector, he has appeared frequently as a corporate spokesperson on national news. Mr. Williams’ government experience is diverse, having served as Acting Chief of Staff to the Deputy Prime Minister of Canada; as a Senior Special Assistant to the Minister of Constitutional Affairs; and as a Legislative Assistant to the Speaker of the Alberta Legislative Assembly. He also served as an intern to a United States Congressman from the Sixth District of Indiana. Mr. Williams authored “A Government Relations Guide For Directors of Non-Profit Organizations” published by the Canadian Society of Association Executives (CSAE). In 2010, Williams was named worldwide Public Affairs Professional of the Year finalist by PRNews Magazine and has been named the Hill Times’ Top 100 lobbyists in Canada.