Peter Lewis is a Vice President with BGR’s Commerce and Infrastructure Practice. With extensive private sector and Capitol Hill experience, Peter helps clients navigate complex policy issues and legislative strategies. He supports clients on a range of policy issues ranging from telecommunications to broadband deployment and spectrum regulation.
Prior to joining BGR, Peter served as Vice President of Government Affairs for DISH/EchoStar. While at DISH, Peter worked on a wide range of issues, including: spectrum management, wireless infrastructure and technologies, Open-RAN development and deployment, broadband access, satellite TV, over-the-top TV streaming, and video competition.
Peter began his career on Capitol Hill. He worked in the office of Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) where he managed the Senator’s telecommunications portfolio. During his time on Capitol Hill, Peter worked on broadband access, media issues, and regulations impacting the Universal Service Fund.
Areas of Focus
- Telecommunications Policy
- Government Affairs
- Legislative Process
Education
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George Mason University
B.A. Juris Doctor (J.D.)