Santosh Malankar
About Santosh Malankar
Sano Blocker is the Senior Vice President of Government Affairs with a background in political affairs and extensive board memberships.
Sano Blocker - Senior Vice President of Government Affairs
Sano Blocker holds the title of Senior Vice President of Government Affairs. His role involves overseeing government relations and political strategy. His extensive background in state and local political affairs provides him with substantial expertise in navigating complex regulatory and legislative environments.
Sano Blocker's Previous Roles at Energy Future Holdings and EDS
Before his current role, Sano Blocker served as the senior vice president of state and local political affairs for Energy Future Holdings. Prior to joining Energy Future Holdings in 2008, Blocker was the executive director for EDS global government affairs. His roles at these organizations reflect his deep experience in managing political and governmental relations on both local and global scales.
Education and Expertise of Sano Blocker
Sano Blocker has a strong educational background that includes completing the 'Leadership in the Global Enterprise' course through the Thunderbird School of Management and the executive management program at Southern Methodist University. He is also a graduate of Texas Tech University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism and Spanish. These qualifications underpin his strategic approach to government affairs and management.
Sano Blocker's Roles in Professional Associations
Sano Blocker serves in various professional capacities, highlighting his commitment to industry leadership. He is the vice chair of the Association of Electric Companies of Texas and sits on the executive board of the Texas Taxpayers and Research Association. Additionally, Blocker is a member of the State Legislative Leaders Foundation Advisory Board and a board member of the World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth. His previous board memberships include the NCSL Foundation of State Legislatures.