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The Western Governors' Association was established in 1984 to represent the 22 westernmost states and territories. The association is an instrument of the Governors for bipartisan policy development, information exchange, and collective action on issues of critical importance to the western United States.

Chennou Xiong

Policy Advisor

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(720) 897-4544

Chennou Xiong is a Policy Advisor at WGA, focusing on cybersecurity, housing, broadband, and veteran policy.  Since joining WGA in 2021, he has drawn on his experience in policy research, as well as his time on Capitol Hill and in state government.  His expertise also includes community and economic development, with a particular interest in addressing the needs of both rural and urban areas.

Originally from Colorado, Chennou holds a B.A. in Political Science from Metro State University of Denver and a Master’s in Public Administration from CU Denver's School of Public Affairs.

Outside of his policy work, Chennou is a fan of college sports and loves exploring new culinary experiences.  He believes food has a unique ability to bring people together and build meaningful connections.  He also values spending time with friends and family and exploring Colorado’s stunning landscapes.

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