Caitlin Monks

Caitlin Monks is a Senior International Trade Policy Analyst at the U.S. Department of Commerce, where responsibilities include directing technical exchanges and leading bilateral and multilateral discussions with foreign governments and private industry stakeholders. Formerly, Caitlin served as a Senior International Trade Compliance Analyst, conducting extensive research and leading investigations to ensure compliance with international trade laws across various sectors. Previous roles include Project Lead at the United States Department of Defense, where Caitlin managed a team to achieve project goals ahead of schedule and under budget, and Policy Planning Analyst at the U.S. Department of State, focusing on foreign influence through investment. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in International Affairs from Texas A&M University and a dual Bachelor's degree in International Studies from Texas A&M University, supplemented by an immersive study abroad program at Universitat Pompeu Fabra in Spain.