Susana Carbajal

Susana Carbajal is an experienced legal and governmental professional currently serving as the Chief of Staff for the City of Austin since August 2020, where strategic collaboration with the City Manager's executive team enhances operational efficiency. Prior experience includes significant roles at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport as Deputy Director and Assistant Director of the Economic Development Department, providing oversight in various operational areas. Carbajal's background also encompasses serving as Assistant City Attorney, Chief Counsel for the Democratic National Convention Committee, and a Bankruptcy Associate at Husch Blackwell, LLP. Notably, Carbajal held the position of Acting Associate Director of Presidential Personnel at The White House during President Bill Clinton's administration and has a robust educational foundation with a JD from The University of Texas School of Law and a BA in Political Science from American University.