With more than 25 years of experience shaping federal education, disability, workforce, health, and social policy, Alex Nock is widely recognized as one of Washington’s leading education policy strategists. As a senior leader at Penn Hill Group, he advises clients on navigating Congress, the Administration, and national political campaigns, helping organizations advance policy priorities and strengthen engagement with policymakers and stakeholders. Nock has played a direct role in virtually every major federal education and disability policy debate of the past two decades. Prior to joining Penn Hill Group, he served as Democratic Deputy Staff Director for the U.S. House Committee on Education and Labor, overseeing policy development across K-12 and higher education, disability services, workforce development, health care, retirement security, workplace safety, and early childhood education. Throughout his Capitol Hill career, Nock helped lead the reauthorization and advancement of landmark legislation, including the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Higher Education Act, Workforce Investment Act, and Head Start Act. He also played key roles in passage of major reforms such as the Affordable Care Act and student aid modernization efforts. Known for his bipartisan leadership and deep policy expertise, Nock combines strategic insight, legislative acumen, and extensive government relationships to help organizations achieve meaningful policy outcomes and drive lasting impact.