At the inaugural Supply Chain Summit on September 10, 2024, the US Department of Commerce introduced an innovative diagnostic risk assessment tool, marking a significant investment in the U.S. government’s ongoing efforts to fortify the nation’s supply chain ecosystem.

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Kate Beale is a senior policy director in Crowell & Moring’s Government Affairs Group and affiliated with C&M International, the global government relations, public policy, and public affairs affiliate of Crowell & Moring in the Washington, D.C. office. She supports clients in their…

Kate Beale is a senior policy director in Crowell & Moring’s Government Affairs Group and affiliated with C&M International, the global government relations, public policy, and public affairs affiliate of Crowell & Moring in the Washington, D.C. office. She supports clients in their efforts to shape legislative and regulatory policy. Kate brings 20 years of experience leading foreign policy, global health, humanitarian assistance and economic policy at the grassroots level, Congress, Obama administration, and private sector.

Caitlyn Weeks

Caitlyn Weeks is driven by a passion for advocacy and a commitment to making a tangible difference in society. With an interest in influencing decision-making processes and ensuring diverse stakeholder voices are heard, Caitlyn brings a blend of creative and strategic thinking to

Caitlyn Weeks is driven by a passion for advocacy and a commitment to making a tangible difference in society. With an interest in influencing decision-making processes and ensuring diverse stakeholder voices are heard, Caitlyn brings a blend of creative and strategic thinking to the table.

Caitlyn specializes in digital policy and international trade, with a focus on cybersecurity, privacy, and supply chain resilience. Caitlyn excels in problem-solving, critical thinking, and political strategy, and she showcases these skills when helping her clients understand complex subjects and relationships.

She has a Bachelors of Arts in Government and Politics with a concentration in International Relations and a minor in Global Poverty from the University of Maryland.

Gabriela Rodriguez Rios

Gabriela Rodriguez offers a unique alchemy of experiences and interests that reflect so many of the policy issues our clients face today. Leveraging her communications and policy analysis experiences, Gabriela ensures C&M International’s clients remain informed and prepared on issues spanning the global

Gabriela Rodriguez offers a unique alchemy of experiences and interests that reflect so many of the policy issues our clients face today. Leveraging her communications and policy analysis experiences, Gabriela ensures C&M International’s clients remain informed and prepared on issues spanning the global health, technology, and international trade sectors.

Prior to joining CMI, Gabriela served as a communications associate for New Paradigm Agency, a public relations firm in Washington, D.C. In this role, Gabriela was known for her media relations skills, having edited and pitched op-eds for advocacy clients that were published in the Washington Post, Univision, and the Houston Chronicle.

Through experiences in the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of International Affairs and in political risk consulting, Gabriela has also showcased her ability to critically analyze complex political, economic, and regulatory issues.

She holds a Master of Arts in International Relations with a focus on International Economics and Finance from the Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) and a Bachelor of Arts in Government from Georgetown University.