Aaron Kiesler

Aaron Kiesler advises Lewis-Burke clients on a variety of federal policy and research areas with a primary focus on the Department of Defense (DOD) and other national security agencies, as well as issues pertaining to intellectual property, technology transfer, next generation wireless, and biomedical research.  

Aaron provides strategic guidance and in depth analysis to help clients navigate emerging policies and legislation, build stronger relationships with Congress and federal agencies, and develop successful advocacy campaigns on Capitol Hill.  He also works with Lewis-Burke clients to identify potential collaborations and develop strategies to align their work with emerging priorities in the national security community.  Aaron’s academic background in diplomacy and world affairs shapes his perspective on the impact of new technologies on U.S. national security policies, practices, and supporting laws.  Growing up in the Silicon Valley, Aaron is intimately familiar with the social and economic value that scientific and technological innovation contribute to economic growth and competitiveness.   

Issue Areas: Defense and national security, economic development, technology transfer, and biomedical research

Additional Experience: Before joining Lewis-Burke, Aaron gained congressional experience working as a Scheduler and Field Representative in the district office of California Congresswoman Jackie Speier and as a Policy Intern in the Washington, DC office of New Mexico Congressman Ben Ray Lujan. 

Vital Statistics: Aaron graduated from Occidental College, where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Diplomacy and World Affairs.  Aaron has traveled to 26 countries (and counting) on five continents and is currently learning his third language.  Having survived playing eight years of rugby and football, Aaron enjoys running and playing softball on the National Mall.