Easterseals announced today the new hire of Ted Thompson, JD, as Senior Vice President of Government Relations. With more than 30 years of experience in public policy, government affairs, and nonprofit leadership, Thompson will spearhead Easterseals’ advocacy efforts to advance disability rights, expand access to critical services, and influence policy at the federal and state levels.
Before joining Easterseals, Thompson served as Senior Vice President of Public Policy for The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, where he led legislative initiatives to improve healthcare access and research funding for individuals with Parkinson’s disease. He previously served as President and CEO of the Parkinson’s Action Network and held senior government relations roles at the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. His career also includes nearly a decade working in Congress, where he served as Chief of Staff and Communications Director to Rep. Bill Luther (D-MN) and Deputy District Director for Rep. Gerry Sikorski (D-MN).
Class of 1992