Bo Machayo

Bo Machayo is a seasoned public policy and public engagement advisor currently serving as the Head of U.S. Government and Public Affairs at Micron Technology, a position he has held since May 2022.1 With extensive experience in both domestic and foreign policy, Machayo has built a career working with stakeholders and elected officials across local, state, and federal government levels.1

Career Highlights

Government Experience::

• Served as a political appointee at the White House during the Obama Administration
• Worked for U.S. Senator Mark Warner as Regional Director
• Held positions in Loudoun County government, the U.S. African Development Foundation, and the Department of Homeland Security
• Served as Legislative Correspondent for U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand

White House Roles::

• Principal Deputy Associate Director of Public Engagement at the Council on Environmental Quality
• Special Assistant to the Chief of Staff at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Education

Machayo's educational background includes:

• Bachelor's degrees in Economics and International Affairs from Wake Forest University
• Master's in Public Administration with Honors Distinction from George Mason University
• Additional studies at the School for International Training and MS Training Center for Development Cooperation

Personal Background

As a first-generation Ugandan-Kenyan-American, Machayo has leveraged his background to serve his community. He co-founded The Leading Ladies Initiative Inc., a nonprofit organization.1

Skills and Expertise

Throughout his career, Machayo has:

• Successfully passed legislation
• Formed coalitions
• Accomplished organizational goals
• Worked on a wide range of policy issues, particularly relating to the economy, climate, and Africa1

Bo Machayo's diverse experience in government, policy, and public engagement has positioned him as a valuable asset in his current role at Micron Technology, where he leads U.S. Government and Public Affairs efforts.