Kyle O'Brien joined the Wisconsin Hospital Association in December 2012 as Vice President, Government Relations and currently serves as Senior Vice President, Government Relations. His primary responsibilities consist of day-to-day lobbying and advocacy with state policymakers on issues impacting Wisconsin hospitals and health systems. O'Brien worked as research staff for several lawmakers in the Wisconsin State Capitol, including on the state's budget-writing Joint Finance Committee. Following his time in the Legislature, O'Brien served as legislative liaison at the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. O'Brien holds a bachelors degree in finance and marketing from the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse.