Boeing Appoints Jeff Shockey to lead Government Operations, Global Public Policy & Corporate Strategy

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Boeing [NYSE: BA] has appointed Jeff Shockey as executive vice president of Government Operations, Global Public Policy & Corporate Strategy, effective Feb. 24. Shockey will oversee Boeing's global public policy initiatives, including U.S. federal, state and local government operations, sustainability, and Boeing Global Engagement. He will report directly to CEO Kelly Ortberg and serve on the Executive Council.

Shockey brings over 30 years of experience in government and government relations, rejoining Boeing from RTX where he led global government relations. His previous roles at Boeing included vice president positions in Global Sales and Marketing for Defense, Space & Security, and Federal Affairs and International Policy. He has also held senior positions in the U.S. House of Representatives, including staff director roles in key committees.

Positive

• Strategic appointment of experienced government relations executive with over 30 years of relevant experience
• Appointment aims to restore trust with key government stakeholders
• Executive brings insider knowledge from previous Boeing leadership roles

Negative

• Implicit acknowledgment of damaged relationships with government stakeholders requiring restoration

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ARLINGTON, Va., Feb. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] today announced Jeff Shockey as the company's new executive vice president of Government Operations, Global Public Policy & Corporate Strategy, effective Feb. 24.

Shockey will lead Boeing's global public policy efforts, including U.S. federal, state and local government operations and sustainability, as well as the company's global philanthropic organization Boeing Global Engagement. Additionally, Shockey will ensure a cohesive corporate strategy to communicate Boeing's business interests and drive engagement with public and private stakeholders.

He will report to Boeing President and CEO Kelly Ortberg and serve on the company's Executive Council.

"Jeff's tremendous record of accomplishment across more than 30 years in government, government relations and business development will be an asset as we work to restore trust with key government stakeholders," said Ortberg. "His prior experience at Boeing and across the commercial and defense industry will support our ongoing focus on strengthening our culture and building a new future for Boeing based on a strong foundation of safety, quality and performance."

Shockey returns to Boeing after leading global government relations at RTX. His previous Boeing leadership roles include vice president of Global Sales and Marketing for Defense, Space & Security and vice president of Federal Affairs and International Policy for Government Operations. He also has served as staff director of the House Permanent

Select Committee on Intelligence, staff director and deputy director of the House Appropriations Committee and other senior staff roles in the U.S. House of Representatives.

A leading global aerospace company and top U.S. exporter, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. Our U.S. and global workforce and supplier base drive innovation, economic opportunity, sustainability and community impact. Boeing is committed to fostering a culture based on our core values of safety, quality and integrity.

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Boeing Media Relations
Media@Boeing.com 

 

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FAQ

When will Jeff Shockey start his new role at Boeing (BA)?

Jeff Shockey will begin his role as executive vice president of Government Operations, Global Public Policy & Corporate Strategy at Boeing on February 24, 2025.

What are Jeff Shockey's main responsibilities in his new Boeing (BA) position?

Shockey will lead Boeing's global public policy efforts, U.S. federal, state and local government operations, sustainability initiatives, Boeing Global Engagement, and ensure cohesive corporate strategy with stakeholders.

What was Jeff Shockey's previous position before joining Boeing (BA)?

Before rejoining Boeing, Jeff Shockey led global government relations at RTX.

What are Jeff Shockey's previous roles at Boeing (BA)?

Shockey previously served at Boeing as vice president of Global Sales and Marketing for Defense, Space & Security and vice president of Federal Affairs and International Policy for Government Operations.