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Andrew Lewis is the President and CEO of the Commonwealth Foundation.

As a former state legislator, business executive, entrepreneur, and decorated Army combat veteran, Andrew brings a wealth of diverse experience to his role leading Pennsylvania’s free-market think tank.

Andrew is a tireless champion of individual liberties, free markets, and limited government. During his two terms in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, he led the fight to pass universal school choice and empower parents. And he actively advocated for the Taxpayer Protection Act, which would have limited the growth of state government spending through constitutional amendment.

In the private sector, Andrew spearheaded the growth of two small businesses into successful companies before leading a key division at one of the premier regional homebuilding companies in the United States.

Andrew is an Iraq War veteran with almost ten years of active duty in Army reconnaissance and counterintelligence. He received five commendation medals, and his assignments included posts in South Korea and at the White House Military Office. He currently serves in the Army Reserve as a Civil Affairs Officer.

He holds a BA in political science from Thomas Edison State University, an MBA from Temple University, and a Master’s in Legislative Affairs from George Washington University. In addition, he is a graduate of the Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) Entrepreneurial Bootcamp at Syracuse University.

Andrew, his wife, Ranae, and their three boys reside in the State College area.