CompTIA, the leading trade association for the global technology industry, named Cinnamon Rogers its executive vice president for public advocacy. Rogers will lead the association’s expanding federal, state and international advocacy efforts.
“Cinnamon’s wealth of experience uniquely positions her to represent the tech industry and our members in critical policy debates unfolding in†Washington, D.C.†and across the nation,” said†Todd Thibodeaux, president and CEO of CompTIA. “We are excited to have her join our team and serve as a leading voice for the tech ecosystem and its workforce.”
Rogers brings to CompTIA more than two decades of government affairs experience with associations and companies in the technology and telecommunications sectors. She previously served as senior vice president of government affairs at the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA). In addition to serving as the association’s chief advocate before Congress, the administration and independent agencies, Rogers developed and promoted TIA member companies’ public policy positions through public affairs initiatives, media outreach, and lobbying campaigns.
Rogers has also served as a principal advocate for several telecommunications and media companies including Time Warner Cable, Discovery Communications and Time Warner Inc. For nearly eight years she was vice president and legislative counsel for NCTA – The Internet & Television Association.†
“CompTIA and its members are at the forefront of issues that matter most to the technology industry and America’s economic competitiveness,” said Rogers. “I look forward to advocating for the companies and workers who are driving the digital economy and advancing policies that ensure they can continue to grow and innovate.”
CompTIA also announced the promotion of Stefanie†Holland†to vice president of federal and global policy, and†Alexi Madon†to vice president of state government affairs.†Holland†and Madon join†Ken Montgomery, who serves as vice president of international trade regulation and compliance, and†Liz Navlen, who serves as vice president of membership and communications.
