Autonomous Vehicle Industry Association Promotes Renée Gibson to Vice President of Government Affairs

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Autonomous Vehicle IndustryAssociation (AVIA) today announced the promotion of Renée Gibson to Vice President of Government Affairs. In this expanded role, Gibson will lead AVIA's federal and state policy strategy and advocacy efforts. AVIA continues to be the leading organization in the U.S. advocating for a federal framework for autonomous vehicles and state policy that supports AV advancement and innovation.

"Renée has been essential to AVIA's success in educating policymakers about the lifesaving potential of autonomous vehicles," said Jeff Farrah, CEO of AVIA. "Her deep understanding of the legislative process, her ability to build coalitions across diverse stakeholder groups, and her commitment to policies that will save lives make her the right leader for this role. Renée’s expertise and relationships will continue to be invaluable as AVIA works with policymakers at the federal and state levels to support American leadership with autonomous vehicles."

Gibson joined AVIA in 2023 and has been instrumental in building relationships with key policymakers, advancing AVIA's legislative priorities, and positioning the organization as the leading voice on autonomous vehicle policy in Washington and state capitals. She was recognized in 2025 as one of Washingtonian’s 500 most influential people for her work to advance autonomous vehicle policies. Her promotion recognizes her strategic leadership during a critical period for federal AV policy development.

About the Autonomous Vehicle Industry Association (AVIA):

The Autonomous Vehicle Industry Association mission is to advocate for American leadership in the safe and timely deployment of autonomous driving technology. AVIA is the unified voice of the diverse companies advancing safe and trusted autonomous vehicles. AVIA believes that autonomous vehicles increase road safety, strengthen supply chains, expand economic opportunity, and improve mobility for all.