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From: Itana, Bontu On Behalf Of Moran, Ellen
Sent: Wednesday, August 03, 2011 11:07 AM
Subject: Departure of Rick Siger


All:

It's my privilege to write today to let you know that Rick Siger has accepted a job as Chief of Staff to OSTP Director John Holdren.

Since January 2009, Rick has been the Administration's one constant at the Department, even as his office number has changed. Rick has been the organizational glue that kept initiatives moving forward and projects making deadlines. He was the voice that welcomed many of us to Commerce, and for folks coming off the campaign, probably the one who broke the news that there was such a thing as export controls ... and that those "export controls" needed to be reformed.

I'm sure you will all share my mixed emotions: incredibly happy for Rick as he embarks on this new opportunity, but very sad he will be leaving Commerce. He will be transitioning over the month of August, and will begin at OSTP at the beginning of September.

Rick has had a terrific run here at DOC, and his critical role in standing up and running this department cannot be overstated. I know we will all miss his leadership and counsel. This department will not be the same without him roaming through the halls ticking off his to-do list.


Please join me in congratulating Rick on his new endeavor!


Best,


Ellen