Nicole Brewin has returned to the rail industry as American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association (ASLRRA) Vice President of Congressional Affairs.
Brewin “brings extensive Capitol Hill, rail and transportation government affairs experience and substantial expertise in influencing policy and legislative initiatives in both the public and private sectors to the position,” ASLRRA said. “She will be leading the congressional affairs team at ASLRRA, working with association staff and member short line railroads to pursue legislative support for critical issues facing the industry including investment in infrastructure, and surface transportation and tax policy.”
Brewin spent 22 years with the Railway Supply Institute, progressing from Assistant Vice President to Senior Vice President of Government and Public Affairs, leading the RSI’s effort on Capitol Hill and in regulatory matters, managing a team of 12 and the work of eight member-driven Committees. She began her career as a Legislative Assistant to now-retired U.S. Congressman Peter J. Visclosky (D-Ind.), a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee. Prior to joining ASLRRA, she was with The Travel Technology Association, where she guided the development of a government relations strategy to advance member policy objectives and managed the work of partner lobbying organizations.
“Nicole is no stranger to the rail industry, having led government affairs for the RSI, a key partner for short lines, for many years providing insight and guidance in continually changing political landscapes,” said ASLRRA President Chuck Baker. “Her proven strengths in coalition building and legislative strategy and more than 20 years influencing policy and regulatory actions will enable her to make a meaningful and immediate impact for ASLRRA members.”
“I’m looking forward to working on initiatives that enable the short line industry to continue to provide critical service to customers, and drive growth for our Class I partners and the economy,” said Brewin. “As we seat a new Congress in the coming months, it will be critical for our elected officials to understand how they can contribute to ensuring that America’s freight rail system, including our nation’s 600 short lines, continues to be world-class, flexible and sustainable.”
Brewin holds a B.A. from Marymount University as well as a certificate in Association Management from the American Society of Association Executives. She has served as a Board Member of the OneRail Coalition, Operation Lifesaver, Inc., and the Women’s Transportation Seminar, D.C. Chapter. She was honored by Railway Age as a Women in Rail inspiring leader in 2018.
