The Railway Supply Institute (RSI) — an association dedicated to advancing safety, innovation, technology, and sustainability within the freight and passenger railway supplier industry — announces the appointment of Thomas Jensen as President. Jensen will lead RSI’s legislative, regulatory, and advocacy efforts on behalf of the railway supply industry.
“RSI is pleased to welcome Tom Jensen to our leadership team,” said Greg Dalpe, Chair of RSI Board of Directors and EVP, Freight Car Services – Progress Rail. “Tom brings decades of experience navigating complex transportation policy issues and building strong relationships across government, industry, and stakeholder communities. His extensive background in advocacy and public affairs makes him uniquely qualified to advance RSI’s policy priorities and strengthen our position as the voice of the railway supply industry.”
Jensen joins RSI with more than 30 years of government affairs, public policy, and transportation advocacy experience spanning the public and private sectors. Throughout his career, he has successfully shaped legislative and regulatory outcomes, built influential coalitions, and guided organizations through evolving policy environments.
“Tom’s expertise in transportation policy and government affairs will be a tremendous asset to RSI and our members,” said Dalpe. “His proven ability to advocate effectively on behalf of industry stakeholders and navigate complex legislative and regulatory matters will help position RSI and its members for continued success.”
Most recently, Jensen served as Vice President of Government Relations for America250, where he led government relations activities supporting the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission and helped engage the bipartisan Congressional America250 Caucus, the largest congressional caucus in history. Prior to that, he established and led government affairs functions for building and construction materials manufacturing firm Amrize and served as Vice President of Government Affairs for autonomous trucking technology company TuSimple.
Jensen spent more than three decades with United Parcel Service (UPS), culminating in his role as Senior Vice President of Government Affairs. At UPS, he directed advocacy strategies on critical transportation and infrastructure issues and represented the company before Congress, the U.S. Department of Transportation, and the White House. His portfolio included multimodal transportation policy, infrastructure investment, commercial vehicle regulation, supply chain policy, environmental sustainability, and emerging transportation technologies.
“I am honored to join RSI at such an important moment for our industry,” said Jensen. “Freight and passenger rail networks are essential to economic growth, supply chain resilience, and global competitiveness. The companies that supply this industry provide critical innovations, products, and services that keep rail moving every day. I look forward to ensuring RSI serves as a strong and effective advocate for our members, their employees, and the future of rail transportation.”
Jensen has demonstrated extensive association leadership through service as Chairman of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Transportation, Infrastructure & Logistics Committee and the American Highway Users Alliance, as well as board and executive committee roles with leading national transportation, logistics, autonomous vehicle, and manufacturing associations.
Jensen holds a Juris Doctor from Quinnipiac University School of Law, a Master of Public Administration from American University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Government from the College of William and Mary. He is a member of the Connecticut and Pennsylvania state bars.
About RSI
The Railway Supply Institute (RSI) is dedicated to advancing safety, innovation, technology, and sustainability within the freight and passenger railway supplier industry, both in North America and global markets. As the voice of the industry, RSI strategically engages in critical and urgent industry matters by leveraging the technical expertise of its members to advocate in the legislative and regulatory arenas, foster education, host impactful events, and facilitate networking opportunities. For more information, visit www.rsiweb.org.