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Ayanti E.
Grant

CHIEF OF STAFFOffice of Representative Joe Courtney

Works forDJoe Courtney · Democratic · Connecticut 2nd District

Chief of Staff for U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney (D-CT-2) since October 2023. Previously District Director since 2014. Started with Courtney's office in March 2007 as Field Representative & Caseworker focusing on immigration, international issues, and passport services. Prior to that, served as law clerk to Judge Cynthia Swenton at Norwich District Court specializing in family law. Recognized as Connecticut Congressional Staffer of the Year (2019) and among the 100 most influential Black people in Connecticut (2023). Inducted into Fitch athletic hall of fame for track and field.

Last year's salary

$182,641

Calendar year 2025

Career tenure

10.0y

2 roles tracked

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$0 total

Career earnings

$1,132,641

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Employment History

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CHIEF OF STAFF
Office of Representative Joe Courtney
forDJoe Courtney · Democratic · Connecticut 2nd District
House
Oct 1, 2023 to Present
DISTRICT DIRECTOR
Office of Representative Joe Courtney
forDJoe Courtney · Democratic · Connecticut 2nd District
House
Jan 1, 2016 to Sep 30, 2023

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Earlier career

Prior roles per public sources. May overlap with employment records based on salary filings above.

Law Clerk
Norwich District Court

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