Chan Lieu

Chan Lieu is a member of Venable’s Legislative and Government Affairs Group who represents emerging and established technology firms. A veteran of the Legislative and Executive Branches, Mr. Lieu has significant experience in a broad range of policies involving the automotive industry, data and cybersecurity, privacy, internet technologies, federal scientific research and development, innovation and economic competitiveness, civilian space policy, nanotechnology and other emerging technologies.

Most recently Mr. Lieu served as Director of Government Affairs, Policy and Strategic Planning at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). In this position Mr. Lieu led NHTSA’s liaison activity with Members of Congress, their staffs and various committees while advising senior leadership on pending legislation. He also managed a NHTSA team responsible for developing the agency’s strategic plan and operational goals for the future of auto transportation safety.

Prior to joining NHTSA, Mr. Lieu spent eight years on the staff of the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation as a Senior Professional Staff Member. Through this position he managed the team responsible for the overall operation of the Subcommittee on Science, Technology, and Space, oversaw the production of numerous committee hearings, and advised Members throughout the various phases of the legislative process resulting in the enactment of seven federal laws.

Mr. Lieu began his career with the federal government at the General Services Administration as a Security Specialist in the Presidential Management Fellows Program. He served as the lead cybersecurity specialist on FirstGov.gov projects and major e-government initiatives such as e-Authentication, GovBenefits, DisasterHelp and DisabilityDirect.