Published January 02. 2021 12:05AM
Chris Cioffi, CQ-Roll Call
Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced Friday that Catherine Szpindor will take over as the House chief administrative officer. She will be the first woman to hold the job.
Szpindor takes over for current CAO Phil Kiko, who Pelosi announced in December would be leaving his post.
“Szpindor brings an outstanding record of success,” Pelosi said in a statement announcing her as Kiko’s successor. “Her decade of experience working in the House will serve us well, as she advances the CAO’s mission to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the People’s House.”
December 22, 2020 Press Release
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement on the departure of House Chief Administrative Officer Phil Kiko:
“Phil Kiko is an outstanding public servant who has dedicated decades to improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the United States House of Representatives. “In his years as an officer of the House, Phil has earned a reputation as a champion of innovation, accountability and integrity, whose strategic leadership has furthered the ability of the People’s House to meet the needs of the American people. Members and staff are particularly grateful for his leadership during the coronavirus pandemic to enable our institution to swiftly and smoothly transition to remote and virtual work so that we can continue our work For The People.