
AI SummaryServed five years as an Assistant U.S. Attorney, specializing in criminal trials and appeals; expertise in white-collar crime, regulatory enforcement, and corporate investigations.

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AI SummaryServed five years as an Assistant U.S. Attorney, specializing in criminal trials and appeals; expertise in white-collar crime, regulatory enforcement, and corporate investigations.

AI SummaryShelley K. Finlayson served as Acting Director at the Office of Government Ethics, managing a cross-divisional organization. Her expertise in legal compliance, strategic planning, and risk mitigation suits her for executive roles in complex environments.

AI SummaryServed in SAMHSA, FNS, Corporation for National and Community Service, and HRSA; specializes in communications, program management, contract lifecycle management, and IT.

AI SummaryRetired Federal Air Marshal with over 20 years in law enforcement, public affairs, and training instruction, now providing career services and editorial support for government and law enforcement professionals.

AI SummarySheryl Modlin served at the National Institutes of Health, specializing in strategic content and communications, which suits her for roles in content strategy and stakeholder engagement.

AI SummaryLeila Naylor served 18 years at USDA, specializing in policy writing, editing, and accessibility compliance. Her roles in program analysis, administrative support, and communications strategy suit her for policy and public communications work.

AI SummaryLisa Wood served in the U.S. Department of State and NYC Department of Buildings, specializing in public affairs, communications, and community engagement.

AI SummaryGreg Siedschlag served at EPA and DOE, specializing in communications and policy. His expertise in environmental regulation and strategic communications suits him for advisory roles in policy guidance and crisis preparedness.

AI SummaryLeah K. Blue served 14 years in federal agencies like the U.S. Department of Labor and the Foreign Agricultural Service, specializing in communications, employee engagement, and change management.

AI SummaryNadia Madjid served as Chief of VOA Indonesian Service and is now the Director of the East Asia and Pacific division at Voice of America. Her expertise in media and communications, including social media and TV programming, suits her for roles in media and telecommunications.

AI SummaryPhilip McNamara served as Assistant Secretary for Administration at the U.S. Department of Transportation, managing internal functions and workforce strategies. His experience includes leadership roles at the U.S.

AI SummaryEmily K. Pierce served as Acting Director of the DOJ's Office of Public Affairs. Her expertise in public relations, media, and communications suits her for strategic communications consulting and public policy advisory roles.

AI SummaryFormer Foreign Service Officer at the U.S. Department of State with expertise in diplomacy, international exchanges, and crisis management.

AI Summary15 years in strategic communications for USAID and consulting, specializing in international relations and policy advocacy. Skilled in managing complex communications for high-stakes environments.

AI SummaryAmanda Atkinson served in various roles at USCIS from 2003-2025, specializing in policy, training, and public engagement. Her expertise in immigration, communication, and program management suits her for leadership in public policy and strategic communication.

AI Summary20 years in health and science communications, including FDA roles in crisis management and strategic communications; specializes in building metrics-driven programs and streamlining complex messages.

AI SummaryAndrew B. Kreider served in various roles at the EPA, including Communications Director and Regional Manager for Energy Efficiency and Renewables. His expertise in public relations, media, and government affairs suits him for roles in communications, PR, and lobbying.

AI SummaryServed in the U.S. Army and International Development Finance Corporation; specializes in climate security, disaster response, and climate risk analysis.

AI SummaryAnthony Rivera-Rodriguez served as Press Secretary for U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein and Communications Director for U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper, specializing in tech policy, energy, and judicial nominations. He now consults for political, for-profit, and non-profit clients, focusing on public relations and media.

AI SummaryServed in communications roles at NASA, the White House, and U.S. House of Representatives; specializes in climate change, clean energy, and infrastructure.
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