Pelosi Announces Staff Changes

February 3, 2009
Press Release
Washington, D.C. - Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced today that she has named Karen Wayland as her new Policy Advisor for energy; Anne Cannon MacMillan as her new Policy Advisor for agriculture, veterans, small business and rural outreach; and Bridget Fallon as her new Director of Protocol and Special Events.  All three begin their duties this month.

"Congress cannot function without the dedication and hard work of Americans who put public service ahead of private gain.  The hard work completed by staff is an integral part of making the Congress work for the American people," Pelosi said.  "I welcome our talented new additions to the Speaker's Office and look forward to working together as we continue to move America in a New Direction."

Karen Wayland, Policy Advisor

Karen Wayland currently serves as Legislative Director for the Natural Resources Defense Council and is an adjunct professor at Georgetown University.

Wayland holds a dual Ph.D. in Geology and Resource Development from Michigan State University, a master's degree in Natural Resources Management and Engineering and a bachelor's in Economics from the University of Connecticut.

Wayland will replace Amy Fuerstenau, who recently departed the Speaker's office for Energy Foundation in San Francisco.

Anne Cannon MacMillan, Policy Advisor

Anne Cannon MacMillan currently serves as Legislative Director for Congressman Dennis Cardoza of California.

MacMillan is studying for a juris doctorate at George Washington University School of Law and holds a bachelor's degree in Political Science from the University of California at San Diego.

MacMillan will replace Melissa Shannon, who recently departed the Speaker's office for the private sector.

Bridget Fallon, Director of Protocol and Special Events

Bridget Fallon currently serves as Speaker Pelosi's Director of Scheduling and has also previously worked for Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren of California.

Fallon holds a bachelor's degree in Political Science from Union College in New York.

Fallon replaces Micaela Fernandez, who left the Speaker's office for the White House to serve as Special Assistant to President Obama and Director of Oval Office Operations.