Lalitha Adury Email & Phone Number

I am a seasoned policy professional with extensive experience in U.S. foreign policy, national security, and international diplomacy. I currently serve as Chief of Staff for the Secretary's Policy Planning Staff at the U.S. Department of State, where I play a key role in shaping long-term policy priorities and driving strategic initiatives. I manage a team that supports the Director’s day-to-day operations, ensuring alignment between high-level goals and daily tasks. My primary responsibilities include overseeing policy planning dialogues, coordinating with senior leadership across the State Department, and liaising with interagency and external partners to advance priorities.Previously, I supported the National Security Advisor at the White House National Security Council, where I contributed to the development of foreign policy strategies and coordinated interagency efforts on national security issues. With a strong academic foundation in international relations, coupled with fluency in multiple languages, I bring a global perspective to my work and a commitment to advancing U.S. strategic policy priorities.