Amanda El-Dakhakhni
Senior Research Manager, Artificial Intelligence Governance & Strategy at Rethink Priorities- Claim this Profile
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David Rubin
I had the absolute pleasure of working for Amanda as she stood up the vital Policy Research function within Cruise’s Government Affairs team. In the year and a half that I worked with Amanda, she directly led strategy development, research prioritization, and stakeholder cultivation around the future of autonomous vehicles and transportation policy. As a manager and colleague, Amanda was an invaluable leader in charting a course for Cruise’s thought leadership. Functionally, Amanda not only positioned our team for success, but also effectively demonstrated the value-add of the policy function. Amanda established our Policy Research team as a critical resource within Government Affairs, built durable connections across cross-functional teams in Cruise, and cultivated meaningful relationships externally with think tanks, research institutes, and trade associations. Amanda's ability to future proof our team's efforts was unparalleled, while her collegial leadership style was instrumental in advancing Cruise's mission. Personally, my experience working for Amanda was one of the most rewarding periods of my career. Amanda has a tremendous grasp of transportation policy, and brings a unique ability to balance near-term corporate opportunities and risks in ambiguous policy environments. She lends a deep intellectual curiosity and inclusive approach to problem solving and issue management. Her ability to not only build effective teams but also inspire others to excel and push boundaries would be an asset to any organization. I count myself incredibly fortunate to have had the opportunity to know and work with Amanda at Cruise.
David Rubin
I had the absolute pleasure of working for Amanda as she stood up the vital Policy Research function within Cruise’s Government Affairs team. In the year and a half that I worked with Amanda, she directly led strategy development, research prioritization, and stakeholder cultivation around the future of autonomous vehicles and transportation policy. As a manager and colleague, Amanda was an invaluable leader in charting a course for Cruise’s thought leadership. Functionally, Amanda not only positioned our team for success, but also effectively demonstrated the value-add of the policy function. Amanda established our Policy Research team as a critical resource within Government Affairs, built durable connections across cross-functional teams in Cruise, and cultivated meaningful relationships externally with think tanks, research institutes, and trade associations. Amanda's ability to future proof our team's efforts was unparalleled, while her collegial leadership style was instrumental in advancing Cruise's mission. Personally, my experience working for Amanda was one of the most rewarding periods of my career. Amanda has a tremendous grasp of transportation policy, and brings a unique ability to balance near-term corporate opportunities and risks in ambiguous policy environments. She lends a deep intellectual curiosity and inclusive approach to problem solving and issue management. Her ability to not only build effective teams but also inspire others to excel and push boundaries would be an asset to any organization. I count myself incredibly fortunate to have had the opportunity to know and work with Amanda at Cruise.
David Rubin
I had the absolute pleasure of working for Amanda as she stood up the vital Policy Research function within Cruise’s Government Affairs team. In the year and a half that I worked with Amanda, she directly led strategy development, research prioritization, and stakeholder cultivation around the future of autonomous vehicles and transportation policy. As a manager and colleague, Amanda was an invaluable leader in charting a course for Cruise’s thought leadership. Functionally, Amanda not only positioned our team for success, but also effectively demonstrated the value-add of the policy function. Amanda established our Policy Research team as a critical resource within Government Affairs, built durable connections across cross-functional teams in Cruise, and cultivated meaningful relationships externally with think tanks, research institutes, and trade associations. Amanda's ability to future proof our team's efforts was unparalleled, while her collegial leadership style was instrumental in advancing Cruise's mission. Personally, my experience working for Amanda was one of the most rewarding periods of my career. Amanda has a tremendous grasp of transportation policy, and brings a unique ability to balance near-term corporate opportunities and risks in ambiguous policy environments. She lends a deep intellectual curiosity and inclusive approach to problem solving and issue management. Her ability to not only build effective teams but also inspire others to excel and push boundaries would be an asset to any organization. I count myself incredibly fortunate to have had the opportunity to know and work with Amanda at Cruise.
David Rubin
I had the absolute pleasure of working for Amanda as she stood up the vital Policy Research function within Cruise’s Government Affairs team. In the year and a half that I worked with Amanda, she directly led strategy development, research prioritization, and stakeholder cultivation around the future of autonomous vehicles and transportation policy. As a manager and colleague, Amanda was an invaluable leader in charting a course for Cruise’s thought leadership. Functionally, Amanda not only positioned our team for success, but also effectively demonstrated the value-add of the policy function. Amanda established our Policy Research team as a critical resource within Government Affairs, built durable connections across cross-functional teams in Cruise, and cultivated meaningful relationships externally with think tanks, research institutes, and trade associations. Amanda's ability to future proof our team's efforts was unparalleled, while her collegial leadership style was instrumental in advancing Cruise's mission. Personally, my experience working for Amanda was one of the most rewarding periods of my career. Amanda has a tremendous grasp of transportation policy, and brings a unique ability to balance near-term corporate opportunities and risks in ambiguous policy environments. She lends a deep intellectual curiosity and inclusive approach to problem solving and issue management. Her ability to not only build effective teams but also inspire others to excel and push boundaries would be an asset to any organization. I count myself incredibly fortunate to have had the opportunity to know and work with Amanda at Cruise.
Experience
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Rethink Priorities
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Research Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Research Manager, Artificial Intelligence Governance & Strategy
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Jan 2022 - Present
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On Deck
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United States
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Technology, Information and Internet
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200 - 300 Employee
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Fellow
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Dec 2020 - Dec 2021
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Cruise
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United States
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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Head of Public Policy, Government Affairs
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Jan 2018 - Aug 2020
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Uber
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United States
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Internet Marketplace Platforms
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700 & Above Employee
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Global Policy Development
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Jun 2015 - Dec 2017
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Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
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United Kingdom
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Law Practice
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700 & Above Employee
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Mergers & Acquisitions Associate
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Sep 2014 - May 2015
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Wyche, P.A.
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Law Practice
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1 - 100 Employee
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Summer Associate Law Clerk
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Sep 2013 - Sep 2013
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Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
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United Kingdom
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Law Practice
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700 & Above Employee
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Summer Associate Law Clerk
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May 2013 - Aug 2013
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United States Attorneys' Offices
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United States
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Law Practice
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700 & Above Employee
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Law Clerk, Public Integrity Section
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May 2012 - Aug 2012
Under leadership of then-U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of New York Loretta Lynch Under leadership of then-U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of New York Loretta Lynch
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United States Senate
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Legislative Offices
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700 & Above Employee
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Legislative Assistant
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Jul 2010 - Jul 2011
Under leadership of then-U.S. Senator John Kerry (D-MA) Under leadership of then-U.S. Senator John Kerry (D-MA)
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The White House
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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National Security Affairs Intern | Office of the Vice President
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Jan 2010 - Jun 2010
Under leadership of then-U.S. President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden Under leadership of then-U.S. President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden
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United States Senate
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Legislative Offices
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700 & Above Employee
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Foreign Policy Intern
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Jul 2009 - Dec 2009
Under leadership of U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) Under leadership of U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA)
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University of Pennsylvania
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Peer Manager, Academic Advising Program
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Mar 2007 - May 2009
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Education
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2011 - 2014
Yale Law School
Doctor of Law - JD -
2005 - 2009
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Political Science & Modern Middle East Studies
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