Tag: Temp of the Month

Michael (Mike) Greene is a senior federal regulatory and public policy consultant with 20+ years of experience at the intersection of government, industry, and emerging policy. He now consults independently on a variety of legislative, communications and regulatory issues.

In addition to his work at Whitman, Mike runs Greene Public Affairs Strategies, where he helps organizations — associations, advocacy groups, mission-driven teams — make sense of the regulatory and policy landscapes that shape their work. The difference? He’s been inside the process, not just watching it from the outside.

A proud Florida State alum (Go ‘Noles), Mike is based in Northern Virginia. He really enjoys going into the office but is equally comfortable working remotely. He’s available for part-time, on-call, and project-based assignments.

When not working, Mike is an avid painter and photographer. He’s also in the process of writing his first science fiction novel (more to come) and is an avid fan of World War II and Roman history.

Karissa J. Grant brings more than 15 years of communications and relationship-building experience, with a passion for connecting and creating positive experiences wherever she works.

Most recently, she has enjoyed working as a substitute teacher, where her calm energy and ability to connect with students quickly earned her the nickname “the kid whisperer.”

Outside of work, Karissa loves cooking, music, fitness, and traveling. She recently explored Europe and is looking forward to visiting Egypt next year. She enjoys experiencing new cultures, trying new foods, and making meaningful connections along the way.

Kris has a background in public health and a passion for giving back to her community. She volunteers at a local women’s shelter, a cause close to her heart.

A proud Returned Peace Corps Volunteer, her service experience deepened her commitment to helping others and shaped who she is today.

When she’s not volunteering, you’ll likely find Kris at a Mah Jongg table, playing or teaching! She loves introducing the game to friends, family, and anyone eager to learn, and takes great joy in passing on the tradition.

Anahí Sanchez-Moya is an active community leader and proud Virginia Tech alum, currently serving as a board member and chairperson for two inclusive alumni societies.

She is passionate about uplifting Indigenous, Hispanic, and Latine communities and creating spaces where cultural and linguistic identity can truly thrive. 

She is especially interested in work that connects local community impact with a broader, global perspective. She hopes to build a career with U.S.-based organizations making meaningful change both at home and around the world. 

Based in Northern Virginia, she looks forward to staying involved in her community and is always looking for new ways to grow, connect, and serve.

Ben is the “middle” child in his family, growing up alongside twin older sisters and a younger sister. With his mother being Colombian, Ben embraces his heritage and takes every opportunity he can to visit his family in Bogotá and Medellín.

Ben is heavily involved in athletics. He spends much of his time playing, coaching and officiating tennis, basketball, and baseball. A true music lover, Ben enjoys concerts, dancing, playing the piano, and building a vinyl collection inspired by his audiophile father.

Outside of his many hobbies, Ben shares his home with his super friendly pet snake, Severus, a Ball Python he has had for the past five years.

Colin is a recent college graduate who is taking a year to work before attending Law School. 

Colin is from a military family, so he has lived around the world, including nine years at Ramstein Air Force Base, Germany. He is a member of the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society.

Outside of work, Colin enjoys outdoor activities, maintaining his car, and spending time with his three-legged cat.

Megan is a graduate of Chippewa Valley Technical College with a degree in Digital Marketing.

Megan is from Wisconsin and now lives in Alexandria. She is a volunteer on the Board of Directors for Wisconsin Leadership Seminars. She is passionate about giving back to her community and hopes to inspire and empower others to do the same.

Outside of work, Megan enjoys reading, crafting, and spending time with her dogs. 

Chris Bilko is a communications professional who graduated with a journalism degree from the University of South Carolina. He has 14 years experience in writing, editing graphic design with a background in the hospitality industry.

In his free time, Chris enjoys playing golf, catching a game at Nats Park, collecting baseball cards, trying new restaurants and enduring Gamecock sports.

Chris is a native of Alpharetta, GA and currently resides in Alexandria.

Erin Gallalee is a non-profit professional with over twenty years of experience in membership growth and recruitment, professional development, chapter relations, financial and database integrity, and committee management.

She attended the University of Maryland, Global Campus, where she pursued degrees in English and History.

When not in the office, Erin enjoys traveling near and far, visiting museums and national parks, and performing with numerous companies within the regional theatre community. A DC-area native, she resides in northern VA.