Experience
Chris Masciantonio founded The Masciantonio Firm after spending over three decades working in the public and private sectors. Chris started his career as a lawyer for United States Steel, and while in that position was asked by then Governor Tom Ridge to join his administration as the Deputy Secretary for the Department of Labor and Industry. In that role, Chris worked with the Governor to help create an environment that encouraged economic growth and supported family sustaining jobs. Following his public service, Chris returned to United States Steel where he served as the company's chief lobbyist for state government affairs.
“If you have ten thousand regulations you destroy all respect for the law.”
— Winston Churchill
Chris, during one of many visits to the Mesabi Iron Range representing the iron mining industry.
Throughout his career, Chris has worked closely in a bipartisan manner with leaders and members in State Legislatures, Governors, Cabinet Secretaries, Commissioners, and leaders in business and labor throughout the country. A highly skilled attorney and lobbyist, Chris has successfully represented one of the country’s largest steel manufacturers before government agencies and elected officials at state capitals on complex legislative, public policy, and regulatory issues, including:
Economic Development
Energy & Mining
Environmental Compliance
Infrastructure & Transportation
Labor & Mangement Relations
Procurement
Real Estate
Taxation
Trade Policy
Chris has provided advice and counsel to senior level executive leaders in government and business on key policy topics. He has testified before numerous state government committees, and trade associations, and is sought after as a public speaker on a host of policy topics. Let The Masciantonio Firm put its experience and reputation to work for you and help you successfully achieve your organization's goals.