Rey Cheatham Banks

Rey Cheatham Banks is an accomplished public policy and government affairs professional with extensive experience in legislative advocacy and communication. Currently serving as Head of State & Local Public Policy and Government Affairs at Equinix since April 2023, Banks previously held the role of Chief of Staff at Loudoun County Government, where responsibilities included developing dynamic legislative agendas and preparing comprehensive briefings on key issues. Past positions include Senior Program Manager at The Justice Management Institute, where collaboration with justice stakeholders focused on creating equitable criminal justice systems, and Program and Development Associate at the National Juvenile Defender Center. Early career roles involved media relations and policy analysis for organizations such as the United Negro College Fund and the Commonwealth of Virginia. Rey Cheatham Banks holds a BA in Political Science from Virginia Commonwealth University and a Master's in Public Administration from Ashford University.