Michelle Schwartz

Michelle Schwartz is an experienced executive currently serving as the Chief External Affairs Officer at LA28, the organizing committee for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles.13 She assumed this role in November 2021.1

Professional Background

Schwartz has an extensive career in both government and private sector organizations:

Government Experience::

• Worked in the United States Senate in various roles, including Deputy Chief of Staff and Legislative Director1
• Served as Chief of Staff at the Federal Aviation Administration1
• Held a position at the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA)1

Private Sector Experience::

• Senior Director of Government Affairs at Charter Communications1
• Associate at Williams & Connolly LLP1

Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA)::

• Chief External Affairs Officer (September 2018 - September 2020)1
• Chief Corporate Strategy & Affairs Officer (September 2020 - November 2021)1

At LAWA, Schwartz oversaw key divisions including airline liaison, air service development, information technology, guest experience, government relations, marketing, and strategic initiatives.1

Education

Schwartz holds impressive academic credentials:

• AB in Public Policy Studies from Duke University1
• JD from Yale Law School1

Current Role at LA28

As Chief External Affairs Officer at LA28, Schwartz is responsible for overseeing the organizing committee's external affairs.3 This newly created position is crucial as LA28 prepares for the upcoming Olympic and Paralympic Games, working on various aspects such as community engagement, legacy projects, and partnerships.2