Jeb Hensarling Electionwatch 2020
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Jeb Hensarling ElectionWatch 2020 Jeb Hensarling is Executive Vice Chairman of UBS Americas, where he works closely with our Financial Advisors, bankers and senior leadership to build and strengthen our most important client relationships across our businesses. With a long career in both public service and business, Hensarling focuses on delivering insights and ideas that differentiate UBS in the eyes of our clients and that help them achieve their goals. The Wall Street Journal referred to Hensarling as “[the driver] of economic policy in the House.” Hensarling recently completed an eight-term career in the US – Executive Vice Chairman, Congress. He served three terms as Chairman of the House UBS Americas Financial Services Committee, which exercises jurisdiction over a broad swath of the nation’s economy including banking, – Former Chairman of the securities, insurance, housing and monetary policy. During his House Financial Services tenure, the Wall Street Journal referred to Hensarling as Committee “[the driver] of economic policy in the House.” – Former House Republican Hensarling also served as House Republican Conference Conference Chairman Chairman in the 112th Congress, the 4th highest ranking position in the Republican Leadership, where he was responsible for helping coordinate strategy, policy, messaging and communications for House Republicans. In the 110th Congress, he led the Republican Study Committee, Congress’ largest caucus and the one dedicated to advancing free market principles. Finally, Hensarling was chosen to serve on the Congressional Oversight Panel for the TARP program during the 2008 financial crisis. (continued on next page) IS2001622 (expires 3/31/21) Jeb Hensarling ElectionWatch 2020 Prior to serving in Congress, Hensarling had a varied career in business. He served as an officer of Maverick Capital, a well- known hedge fund, and as Vice President of Communications for Green Mountain Energy, one of the nation’s leading retailers of renewable energy. Additionally, Hensarling spent several years practicing both corporate and real estate law with a major San Antonio law firm. Born in Stephenville, Texas, Hensarling grew up working on his father’s farm and became an Eagle Scout at the age of 14. He earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from Texas A&M University and a law degree from the University of Texas. He currently resides in Dallas with his wife and two children. In addition to his work for UBS, Hensarling serves as a Senior Fellow at the Milken Institute, affiliated with its Center for Financial Markets. – Executive Vice Chairman, UBS Americas – Former Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee – Former House Republican Conference Chairman IS2001622 (expires 3/31/21).