Siddharth Iyer
With over 13 years of experience in the Office of the Secretary of Defense,Siddharth Iyer has held key roles such as Director for South Asia Policy, Senior Advisor for Vietnam & South China Sea Affairs, and Director for CBRN Defense. Iyer also served as Deputy Director for Counterterrorism Operations and Pakistan Policy Advisor. His career […]
Ruchi Jain
Ruchi Jain serves as General Counsel for the Peace Corps within the U.S. Department of State as of 2024, where she provides strategic legal guidance to support the agency’s mission of global development and cross-cultural exchange. Her role involves ensuring legal compliance and risk management for Peace Corps programs across numerous countries, addressing complex issues […]
Vibhuti Jain
Vibhuti Jain serves as the Regional Director for Africa at the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) as of 2024, where she leads the agency’s efforts to advance sustainable economic growth and development across the African continent. With a background in international finance and economic policy, Jain’s work at DFC focuses on building impactful investments […]
Neel Kashkari
President and Chief Executive Officer of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, Neel Kashkari, was appointed on January 1, 2016. Neel serves as a voting member on the Federal Open Market Committee, bringing the Ninth Federal Reserve District’s perspective to monetary policy discussions in Washington, D.C. He also oversees Minneapolis Fed operations and leads its […]
Venugopal Kalavacharla
Venugopal Kalavacharla is the Deputy Director at the USDA’s Institute of Food Production and Sustainability as of 2024. With a background in agricultural sciences and plant genomics, Kalavacharla has dedicated his career to enhancing food security and sustainable agriculture. He has played a pivotal role in advancing USDA research initiatives focused on crop resilience, soil […]
Hari Kalla
Hari Kalla serves as the Associate Administrator for Infrastructure at the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) in the U.S. Department of Transportation as of 2024. With an extensive background in civil engineering and infrastructure management, Kalla has been instrumental in modernizing and strengthening the U.S. highway system. His efforts focus on advancing resilience in infrastructure, addressing […]
Änjali Kaur
Anjali Kaur serves as the Deputy Assistant Administrator for the Asia Bureau at USAID, where she plays a crucial role in shaping U.S. development assistance strategies across the region. With a career dedicated to international development, Kaur has extensive experience in managing programs that address pressing issues such as poverty alleviation, health care, and education. […]
Sonali Korde
Sonali Korde serves as the Assistant to the Administrator at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). In this pivotal role, she plays a crucial part in shaping and implementing the agency’s international development strategies and policies. Korde has an extensive background in international relations and development, leveraging her expertise to promote effective humanitarian responses […]
Charanya Krishnaswami
Charanya Krishnaswami serves as Counselor on Immigration in the Office of the Secretary at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as of 2024. Known for her expertise in immigration policy and human rights, Krishnaswami has dedicated her career to advocacy and policy reform aimed at promoting fair and humane immigration practices. Prior to her […]
Aditi Kumar
Aditi Kumar serves as the Deputy Director at the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) within the U.S. Department of Defense as of 2024. With a background in defense strategy, innovation, and technology policy, Kumar leads efforts to integrate cutting-edge technology from the private sector into defense operations, supporting the U.S. military’s modernization and preparedness. Prior to […]
Manish Kumar
Manish Kumar serves as the Deputy Assistant Attorney General (DAAG) for Criminal Enforcement in the Antitrust Division of the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) as of 2024. With extensive experience in enforcing antitrust laws, Kumar leads investigations and prosecutions against criminal violations like price-fixing, bid-rigging, and market manipulation, focusing on preserving competitive markets. Prior to […]
Dr. Rattan Lal
Dr. Rattan Lal is a distinguished soil scientist and a member of the USAID Board for International Food and Agricultural Development as of 2024. He is renowned for his groundbreaking research in sustainable agriculture, particularly in soil health and management. With over 50 years of experience, Dr. Lal has significantly influenced agricultural practices worldwide, advocating […]
Pritha Mehra
Pritha Mehra serves as the Chief Information Officer and Executive Vice President at the United States Postal Service (USPS) as of 2024, where she leads USPS’s digital transformation efforts and oversees its vast IT infrastructure. With decades of experience in technology and operations at USPS, Mehra has been instrumental in driving the modernization of postal […]
Aditi Mehta
Aditi Mehta serves as the Director of Economic Enforcement in the Antitrust Division at the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) as of 2024. In her role, she is at the forefront of the DOJ’s efforts to uphold competitive markets, focusing on the economic analysis essential to identifying, preventing, and prosecuting anticompetitive practices. Mehta brings a […]
Dr. Manjit Misra
As of 2024, Dr. Manjit Misra serves as the Director of the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) within the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). In this role, he leads efforts to advance agricultural research, education, and extension initiatives that enhance food security and improve nutrition across the nation. Dr. Misra is renowned for […]
Sirimal Mukerjee
Sirimal Mukerjee serves as the Senior Special Counsel at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), where he plays a crucial role in overseeing legal matters and regulatory compliance. With a robust background in securities law and corporate governance, Mukerjee has been instrumental in advancing the SEC’s mission to protect investors and maintain fair markets. […]
Bindu Nair
Bindu Nair serves as the Deputy Secretary of Defense and Director of Basic Research at the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD). In this role, she oversees critical research initiatives that drive innovation and technological advancement within the defense sector. Nair’s career spans over two decades in government and academia, where she has been recognized for […]
Seema Nanda
Seema Nanda serves as the Solicitor of the U.S. Department of Labor, where she oversees legal services and litigation across the department. Appointed in 2021, she brings extensive experience in labor law, civil rights, and public service. Previously, Nanda was CEO of the Democratic National Committee, and held senior roles at the Leadership Conference on […]
Nitin Natarajan
Deputy Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency (CISA) within the Department of Homeland Security Nitin Natarajan works to support the CISA director in overseeing the Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Security, and Emergency Communications Division, and the National Risk Management Center. He ensures a holistic approach to infrastructure protection in physical and cyber risk activities. Nitin had […]
Dhara Nayyar
Dhara Nayyar serves as the Special Advisor to the President in the White House Office of the Executive Office of the President (EOP). In this influential role, she provides strategic counsel on key policy initiatives and helps shape the administration’s agenda. Nayyar is known for her expertise in economic policy and international relations, drawing on […]
