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Richard R.
Cappetto

CHIEF OF STAFF — Office of the Secretary of the Senate

Chief of Staff for the Office of the Secretary of the Senate (July 2025-present). Responsible for leading operations and administration in the Secretary's office. Previously served as Chief Customer Officer for the U.S. House of Representatives, where he oversaw customer service and information technology training initiatives. Served as Staff Director of the Commission on Congressional Mailing Standards (Franking Commission) from 2013-2017, leading modernization and digitization efforts. Also held roles as Senior Advisor and Professional Staff in the House. Currently maintains position as Senior Director of North American Government Relations at IPC (Association Connecting Electronics Industries). Based in Arlington, VA.