UW graduate joins BIAW as policy and research lead

July 15, 2024

UW graduate Patrick Hanks has joined BIAW as Policy and Research Manager in Government Affairs.

Born and raised in Washington state, Patrick graduated from the University of Washington and Bellevue College with a Bachelor of Arts in communication studies.

He previously worked as a project coordinator with the Washington Policy Center on energy and environmental policy. Additionally, he served as a Policy Analyst for Senator Lynn Findley in the Oregon State Senate, focusing on finance, revenue, tax, and budget policies. Patrick is a Microsoft Excel aficionado with a diverse policy background and a passion for helping the public understand how policy affects their lives.

In his free time, he enjoys creative writing, reading biographies of lesser-known U.S. Presidents, and playing games with family and friends.