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JENNIFER HALASZYNSKI

Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

Government affairs and regulatory policy leader with 10+ years of experience developing and executing multistate government relations, legislative advocacy, and regulatory strategies across highly regulated industries. Proven track record of building relationships with state and local officials, advancing infrastructure investment, securing multimillion-dollar public funding, and translating complex policy developments into actionable business strategies. Trusted advisor to senior leadership with expertise in stakeholder engagement, cross-functional alignment, economic development, public-private partnerships, and regulatory risk management.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Regulatory Policy

ARMSTRONG GROUP
01.2026 - Current
  • Serve as a strategic partner to the Vice President of Regulatory Policy on regulatory policy and government relations for Armstrong's operating companies, supporting business priorities across a multistate telecommunications footprint.
  • Cultivated relationships with regulators, legislators, elected officials, government agencies, and community stakeholders to advance company priorities and strengthen operating relationships across local, state, and federal levels.
  • Monitor and analyze proposed legislation, regulations, and public policy developments; assess potential financial and operational impacts and translate complex issues into actionable guidance for senior leadership.
  • Developed and refined advocacy messages for senior leaders and general managers; advised and prepared company representatives for effective engagement with policymakers and regulatory stakeholders.
  • Coordinate cross-functional work with legal, local management, and other internal teams on regulatory compliance, contracting, approval processes, infrastructure expansion, and policy-related business initiatives.
  • Supported government-relations campaigns and company positions on legislative and regulatory proposals, leveraging industry and trade-group resources and coordinating stakeholder engagement to protect and advance company interests.
  • Develop internal communications and executive briefings on complex policy issues, helping leadership evaluate advocacy priorities, manage regulatory exposure, and align short- and long-term business objectives.
  • Attended senior leadership meetings and provided strategic input on policy matters affecting operations, performance, growth, and infrastructure deployment.

Director of Government Affairs and Strategic Initiatives

COMCAST NORTHEAST DIVISION
, PA
02.2022 - 12.2025
  • Developed and executed government affairs strategies across 14 states and the District of Columbia to advance market expansion, rural broadband deployment, and corporate growth objectives.
  • Led cross-functional collaboration among legal, compliance, operations, finance, business development, and headquarters teams to align government funding initiatives and regulatory strategies with enterprise priorities.
  • Led rural broadband expansion programs and public-private partnerships, coordinating resources and compliance to facilitate strategic investments and drive business growth.
  • Reviewed, drafted, and negotiated complex agreements with government agencies and third parties, advancing infrastructure deployment and safeguarding corporate interests.
  • Analyzed legislative and regulatory developments to identify business opportunities and assess operational impacts, developing strategies to overcome statutory and competitive barriers.

Senior Manager of Government & Regulatory Affairs

COMCAST KEYSTONE REGION
Pittsburgh, PA
10.2019 - 02.2022
  • Negotiated more than 200 municipal franchise renewals, aligning regulatory obligations and local government agreements with corporate strategy and operating requirements.
  • Cultivated relationships with municipalities, elected officials, chambers of commerce, and nonprofit organizations across Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Ohio, and Maryland to advance government affairs priorities and enhance business operations.
  • Monitored and analyzed legislative and regulatory activity to assess potential impacts on company interests and inform proactive government engagement strategies.
  • Created outreach programs to articulate company priorities and community impact, foster relationships with elected officials and civic stakeholders, and ensure a favorable operating environment.
  • Interpreted franchise terms and related agreements and communicated requirements to internal stakeholders to support compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.

Chief of Staff

PENNSYLVANIA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Pittsburgh, PA
07.2012 - 10.2019
  • Directed operations and staff across two district offices and a Capitol office and managed million-dollar budgets, overseeing resource allocation, fiscal accountability, and constituent services.
  • Led legislative research, policy analysis, bill development, and communications strategies in coordination with research and policy offices.
  • Advised state legislator on policy decisions and legislative priorities, translating complex issues into actionable recommendations that informed district strategy.
  • Liaised with state agencies, including DEP, DCNR, and DCEd, facilitating policy discussions and legislative coordination while fostering relationships with legislators, staff, and local elected officials.
  • Represented elected official at civic and community events, delivering public remarks and cultivating strategic relationships with community leaders to enhance outreach efforts.

Education

Master of Public Administration - Urban and Regional Affairs

University of Pittsburgh
12-2012

Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration - Financial Management

University of Pittsburgh

Accomplishments

  • Supported development and execution of Comcast's multistate BEAD response strategy, contributing to preliminary awards representing 141,000 passings and $581.6 million in potential infrastructure subsidies.
  • Established strategic public-private partnerships under the American Rescue Plan Act, securing more than $300 million in subsidies supporting network expansion to over 79,500 homes passed.
  • Directed change management and compliance oversight across 200+ network expansion projects, partnering with construction, business development, finance, and project management teams to align resources, manage contractual obligations, and support investment objectives.
  • Utility Regulatory Strategy & Infrastructure Investment: Led cross-functional coordination with business stakeholders and outside counsel in a Pennsylvania PUC proceeding involving FirstEnergy’s permitting delays and disputed pole-attachment fees. Helped secure a favorable settlement that protected project scope and budget and enabled timely completion of critical broadband infrastructure projects in Butler County.
  • Spearheaded a nationally recognized pandemic relief initiative that resulted in the donation of 2,500 laptops to middle and high school students and teachers, strengthening community partnerships and public-sector engagement.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & COMMITTEES

  • Quattro Co-Ed Leadership Graduate, 2025
  • Emerge Pennsylvania Cohort Graduate, 2017
  • PA State Committee Member, 45th Senatorial District
  • Board Member, OCTA - Ohio's Broadband & Cable Association

Timeline

Director of Regulatory Policy

ARMSTRONG GROUP
01.2026 - Current

Director of Government Affairs and Strategic Initiatives

COMCAST NORTHEAST DIVISION
02.2022 - 12.2025

Senior Manager of Government & Regulatory Affairs

COMCAST KEYSTONE REGION
10.2019 - 02.2022

Chief of Staff

PENNSYLVANIA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
07.2012 - 10.2019

Master of Public Administration - Urban and Regional Affairs

University of Pittsburgh

Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration - Financial Management

University of Pittsburgh
JENNIFER HALASZYNSKI