David F. Bonsick

Principal, Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies

David has nearly 30 years of government and public affairs experience in Pennsylvania with a strong track record of success in the halls of the State Capitol. David represents a diverse group of clients with interests in telecommunications, transportation, financial services, technology, and education. Previously, David was president and CEO of the Technology Council of Pennsylvania, a statewide trade association representing Pennsylvania’s robust technology industry. Prior to that, David served as a vice president for CenturyLink, Inc., where he was responsible for the company’s extensive government, public and regulatory affairs operations in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

During his career, David has worked on major issues, such as telecommunications reform and broadband expansion, Pennsylvania’s historic medical marijuana statute, technology procurement reform, the establishment of Pennsylvania’s State Health Information Exchange, and expansion of Pennsylvania’s Earned Income Tax Credit program. David also served as the director of technology investment in the administrations of Governors Tom Ridge and Mark Schweiker, and was a federal and state lobbyist with the Pennsylvania Rural Electric Association. David began his career in the U.S. Senate as a staff aide to former U.S. Senator Arlen Specter.

David graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in political science from Lycoming College and has served on the boards of various nonprofit organizations, including the Pennsylvania Telephone Association, the Technology Council of Central Pennsylvania, and the Team Pennsylvania Foundation.

News

Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies Ranked #2 in PA in City & States' Top 50 Lobbyists

September 26, 2022

City & State Pennsylvania recognized Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies as one of the Top 50 firms based on 2021 revenues in the state, coming in at number two.

In the Midst of COVID-19 Crisis, UPS Delivers More than Just Packages

March 20, 2020

On January 29, UPS, a leading multinational package delivery and supply chain management company, announced plans to construct a “super hub” in Lower Swatara Township and open three new facilities in Carlisle, Northampton County, and the Philadelphia area. The project, which is part of a $1.4 billion investment by UPS into Pennsylvania, will create an estimated 1,721 new jobs in the commonwealth.

Public Strategies’ Efforts Result in Groundbreaking Win for UPS

January 29, 2020

Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf announced on January 29 that United Parcel Service (UPS), a leading multinational package delivery and supply chain management company, plans to construct a “super hub” in Lower Swatara Township and open three new facilities in Carlisle, Northampton County, and the Philadelphia area.

Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies Hosts The Reform Alliance at PA State Capitol

September 25, 2019

Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies hosted client, The Reform Alliance at the State Capitol, meeting with Pennsylvania Senate, House Leadership and Lt. Governor to advocate for probation reform.

Seasoned Pennsylvania Lobbyist David F. Bonsick Joins Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies

June 08, 2017

Bonsick brings to the role more than 25 years of experience in the government and public affairs arenas, representing companies with a diverse range of interests, including telecommunications, technology, cannabis, organized labor, cable television, and financial services.

Publications

2022 Pennsylvania Primary Election Results

May 18, 2022

Prepared by the Pennsylvania Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies Team

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Education

  • Lycoming College, B.A., 1989