National Council of Nonprofits Adds Experienced Advocate for the Nonprofit Sector

Washington, D.C. - David L. Thompson, a lawyer with experience both on and off Capitol Hill, has joined the National Council of Nonprofits as Vice President of Public Policy. David most recently served as Director of Government Affairs at Independent Sector where he handled important federal policy matters, managed grassroots campaigns, and directed lobbying for a coalition of public charities, foundations and corporate giving programs.

“David is a true professional who thoroughly understands nonprofit policy issues and the importance of engaging in public policy matters at the state and local levels” said Tim Delaney, President and CEO of the National Council. “Adding David to our team demonstrates the National Council’s firm commitment to advance our mission by providing our state associations with excellent resources that will enhance the visibility and voices of small and midsize nonprofits in the public policy arena.”

Prior to working at Independent Sector, David served as a Senior Counsel and as a Policy Director to the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee. Before working on Capitol Hill, David directed federal policy for Berman and Company. David was also a partner at Thompson & Thompson for 17 years where he specialized in labor relations, employment law, government contracting, as well as government relations at the federal and state levels.

David holds a bachelor’s degree from Emory University and a law degree from the University of Georgia School of Law. 

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