Staff Director
Washington, D.C., Us
- Successfully managed all aspects of Committee operations (legislation, goal setting, hearings, investigations, communications, personnel, classified information, administration oversight, official travel).-Oversaw $7.5 million budget, while hiring and leading a cohesive, diverse, and highly effective professional staff of 55. Managed testing transitions.-Turned 80+ bills into Public Law, including major sanctions (Iran, Russia, North Korea), global development and wildlife conservation initiatives.-Supported Chairman Ed Royce in obtaining a top two (of 435) Legislative Effectiveness Score. -Operated a bipartisan Committee of 44 Members, achieving an historically high Member retention rate.-Worked effectively with Members of Congress, committees, Leadership staff, the Senate, the State Department, U.S. Agency for International Development, businesses, and non-profits. -Promoted U.S. interests, values and engagement worldwide.