Delaney Selected as RSI Government and Public Affairs Manager

In this new role, Delaney will “support RSI’s advocacy efforts, liaise with key stakeholders, and contribute to advancing priorities related to passenger rail on Capitol Hill and beyond,” according to the organization.

With advocacy experience including stints on Capitol Hill and with the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), Delaney “brings a broad and dynamic perspective to the RSI team. His knowledge will bolster the organization’s efforts to foster meaningful dialogue with policymakers and advocate for policies that enhance the competitiveness and growth of the passenger rail sector,” the organization said.

“We are thrilled to welcome Matthew to RSI. His passion for public policy and understanding of the key issues related to this sector will be invaluable in championing the interests of our members as we continue to expand our efforts in passenger rail,” said Marc Buncher, President and CEO of Siemens Mobility North America, who will serve as Chairman of the RSI Passenger Rail Working Group. “The RSI has been laying the groundwork for this committee with key constituents since May of 2024.  We are excited to spearhead this much needed effort for both RSI members and the broader ecosystem of passenger rail.” 

In related news, RSI announced last month that President Patty Long will retire, effective March 31, 2025. Long joined RSI as President in 2021 shortly after the association entered into a new management model as a client of Smithbucklin, based in Washington, DC.