James Bangasser

James Bangasser serves as the Director - Senior Legislative Counsel at Turo since August 2021, contributing to a car sharing marketplace that connects travelers with local car owners. Prior experience includes roles such as Director of Public Policy at OpenX and Attorney & Government Relations Advisor at JHB Consulting. James also held positions in legislative affairs at the American Beverage Association and contributed to the Federal Communications Commission as a Summer Associate. Early career experience includes working as a Congressional Aide and Staff Assistant in the Office of Senator Maria Cantwell, as well as a Legislative Intern in the U.S. House of Representatives. Academic credentials include a Juris Doctor from Georgetown University Law Center and a Bachelor of Arts in History from Syracuse University.