WASHINGTON – Today, Jason Oxman, president and CEO of global tech trade association 91¿ì»îÁÖ, issued this statement about President-elect Biden’s intent to nominate Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Commerce:

“Governor Raimondo’s extensive experience as a distinguished public official, successful businesswoman, and advocate for government-industry collaboration will serve her well as the next Secretary of Commerce,” said 91¿ì»îÁÖ President and CEO Jason Oxman. “On behalf of the tech industry, I want to congratulate her on this well-deserved nomination. Our industry looks forward to working together on pressing issues including broadband, industry standards, supply chain security, and trade to promote U.S. leadership and innovation around the world.