Emilia DiSanto is a distinguished executive with a career spanning decades in both legislative and executive branches of the U.S. government, renowned for her strategic acumen and bipartisan relationships. With extensive experience in national security, legislative oversight, and governmental investigations, Emilia brings invaluable expertise to her advisory role at the National Security Law Firm.
Emilia’s career is marked by significant contributions in senior positions on Capitol Hill, where she served for 16 years under a former Speaker of the House and various Committee Chairmen. Her roles included pivotal positions such as Staff Director for the Senate Committee on Small Business and Chief Investigative Counsel for the Special Committee on Aging, where she earned acclaim for her rigorous investigative approach.
Transitioning to the Executive Branch, Emilia spent 17 years in high-profile roles, notably as Deputy Inspector General at the Department of State and Chief of Staff at the Federal Housing Finance Agency. In these capacities, she demonstrated exceptional leadership and oversight, influencing policy and operational strategies critical to national security and governmental integrity.
Emilia currently serves as Executive Vice President at Venn Strategies, where she continues to leverage her extensive network and strategic insights to navigate complex legislative and regulatory landscapes. Her tenure in this role underscores her proficiency in advising clients on government relations and public affairs, cementing her reputation as a trusted advisor in Washington, D.C.
Throughout her career, Emilia has cultivated bipartisan relationships with key stakeholders, including Congressional staff and policymakers, facilitating consensus-building and effective governance. Her reputation as an out-of-the-box thinker and tactician is complemented by her deep understanding of regulatory compliance and investigative processes, honed during her tenure in two Inspector General offices.
Emilia received her undergraduate degree and Juris Doctorate from Fordham University.
