Andrew Austin

Andrew Austin is an experienced leader in government and community relations, currently serving as the Executive Director of Government and Community Relations at Sound Transit since May 2019, where oversight includes managing various government relations teams across multiple levels. Andrew has held multiple roles within Sound Transit, including Acting Executive Director, Acting Deputy Executive Director, and Director of South Corridor Government and Community Relations, demonstrating significant involvement in transit expansion initiatives. Prior to Sound Transit, Andrew served as Government Affairs Manager at Metro Parks Tacoma, Policy Director at Transportation Choices Coalition, Executive Director of Americans for Transit, and held key roles in political campaigns and legislative offices. Educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Religion, Global Studies, and Political Science from Pacific Lutheran University.