Daniel Fata joins Washington Office to enhance strategic capabilities
- Washington Office appointed Daniel P. Fata as Senior Advisor and Director of Strategic Services on December 2, 2024.
- Fata has significant experience in defense policy and previously served in senior roles at the Department of Defense and Lockheed Martin.
- The firm's leadership expansion aims to enhance its assistance to clients in navigating complexities of national security and emerging technologies.
On December 2, 2024, Washington Office, a strategy firm based in Washington, D.C., announced the appointment of Daniel P. Fata as its Senior Advisor and Director of Strategic Services. Fata, who has nearly three decades of experience in defense policy, international relations, and government affairs, has held various senior roles in Congress and the Department of Defense. His addition to the leadership team underscores the firm's commitment to supporting breakthrough companies in aligning their innovations with national security priorities. Fata's previous roles include serving as Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for European and NATO Policy from 2005 to 2008 and various leadership positions at Lockheed Martin, where he focused on policy and strategy engagement. Furthermore, he is a U.S. Senate-appointed Commissioner on the Afghanistan War Commission, providing critical insights into America's lengthy engagement in Afghanistan. Alongside Fata, Washington Office has also brought on Melody Neil as an Advisor and Strategic Tech Liaison, further strengthening its expertise in navigating complex regulatory and political environments. This expansion of leadership aims to enhance the firm's capabilities in government relations and strategic communications, particularly for clients operating in emerging technology sectors. The firm, boasting a bipartisan team with deep expertise, represents a vital resource for companies looking to succeed within the current political landscape and unlock opportunities in national security.