Ross Teare is vice president-government relations of the Indiana Bankers Association, which he joined in October 2021. As a member of the Government Relations Team, he works to analyze issues, review legislation, build relationships with policymakers and enhance IBA’s grassroots advocacy.
Teare has a background in government affairs, finance and data analytics, most recently serving with the Indiana Department of Revenue as legislative director for three years. At the DOR, he developed legislative goals and policy, testified to the Indiana legislature and teamed with stakeholders for legislative support, among other responsibilities. Prior work experience includes service as political affairs coordinator with the Indiana Chamber of Commerce, 2015-2018; as legislative assistant with the Indiana House of Representatives, 2012-2015; and as field manager with the Indiana House Republican Campaign Committee, 2014.
Teare is a graduate of Butler University, where he additionally earned a certificate in data analytics, and of the IBA Leadership Development Program.