Cato Institute

Director

• Lead the execution and expansion of signature Public Affairs engagement programs, including Cato’s Congressional Fellowship Program, Congressional Policy Summit, and other initiatives aligned with institutional priorities
• Develop new engagement concepts, events, and programs that bring policymakers, congressional and state legislative staff, journalists, and other influential audiences into meaningful interaction with Cato scholars and research
• Work closely with Government Affairs and Communication staff to ensure Cato-wide coordination of the Institute’s efforts
• Lead cross-functional working groups to ensure the promotion of Cato publications and coordination of enterprise-wide campaigns
• Develop goals, performance measures, and evaluation frameworks to assess the reach, effectiveness, and impact of major programs and initiatives
• Manage the Special Initiatives team, providing strategic direction, oversight, and professional development to ensure effective execution of team priorities
• Report to the Vice President for Public Affairs

Director of Special Initiatives