Kate Manolakos

Kate Manolakos currently serves as the Chief of the Europe and Eurasia Branch for the International Visitor Leadership Program at the U.S. Department of State, having held various roles within the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs since December 2010. With a secret security clearance, responsibilities include managing significant international educational programs. In addition to government experience, Kate is a certified Group Fitness Instructor at Onelife Fitness and Gold's Gym, with an extensive background in fitness training including various specialized certifications. Previous positions include senior roles in admissions and program management at George Washington University and leadership positions in student organizations and advocacy initiatives. Kate holds a Master's degree in International Education & Study Abroad Management from The George Washington University and a Bachelor's degree in Spanish with minors in French and Latin American Studies from Stetson University.