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Government Affairs Committee

Government Affairs Committee

 

This committee serves as a vital link between our members and senior government officials, driving impactful policy advocacy for the stability operations industry. By engaging regularly with leaders from the U.S. Department of Defense, the Department of State, and Congress, our members tackle pressing issues that directly affect our industry and member companies. Through these strategic discussions, the committee helps shape policy, ensuring our industry’s interests are represented and advanced within the broader government landscape.

  • Engage in Geopolitical Strategy Conversations: Contribute to high-level discussions on global stability and how our industry can respond to evolving geopolitical challenges.
  • Participate in Policy Discussions: Influence policy development and advocate for regulatory changes that support our industry’s goals and operational needs.
  • Champion Advocacy Efforts: Drive initiatives that ensure our industry’s voice is heard on Capitol Hill and within key government agencies.
  • Connect with Government Stakeholders: Gain direct access to senior officials from the Department of Defense, Department of State, and Congress, building valuable relationships that shape the future of stability operations.

 

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Committee Chairman

Jason Rossbach

Vice President, Marketing, Communications and Government Relations, V2X

Jason Alexander Rossbach is the Vice President for Marketing, Communications, and Government Relations at V2X. He has over 28 years of experience in the government and private sector, building and managing relationships with federal government leaders and decision-makers.

From June 2008 until April 2021, Jason was the Senior Director for Government Relations at DynCorp International. Prior to his time in the defense services industry, he was a corporate lobbyist and a congressional staffer.

During his time on Capitol Hill, he worked on the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee, Senate personal staff, and the office of the President Pro Tempore. He holds a bachelor's degree from the College of Charleston. Jason and his wife reside with their daughter in Alexandria, VA.

Committee Co-Chairman

James Wilhelm

Vice President of Government Affairs, Planate Management Group

James Wilhelm was born in Carbondale, Illinois, and raised in Memphis, Tennessee. He earned a Bachelor of Science In Oceanography, United States Naval Academy in 1984.

2024- present
Licensed Real Estate Sales representative 2020-2024
Senior Care Advisor 2016-2020
Business Development and Marketing, Planate Management Group 2013-2016
Candidate for US Congress (MD-3), Consultant to Maryland State Legislature
2009 / 2010 – 2013
Joint Strike Fighter Program, Project Analyst and Program Manager in the Requirements Directorate, and Science and Technology advisor to all tactical aircraft programs at the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) 1996-2006

Active Duty, United States Marine Corps Officer (Major) 1984-1996
F/A-18 Pilot, TOPGUN graduate, Combat Veteran of Desert Shield/Desert Storm as a Forward Air Controller with 2nd Battalion,2nd Marine
Leadership and Ethics Instructor USNA

Proud Father to three sons (one a Marine also) and one daughter. Currently resides in Annapolis Maryland for the past 30 years.
USNA Class of 1984 Vice President from 1994-2004
Sponsor of USNA Midshipman

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