Anthony Granado

Anthony Granado is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in government relations and public affairs within various organizations. Currently serving as Associate General Secretary at the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops since August 2023, Granado previously held the position of Vice President of Government Relations at Catholic Charities USA from May 2019 to July 2024, overseeing a team focused on regulatory affairs for the Catholic Charities network. Granado's tenure at USCCB between 2010 and May 2019 included roles as Director of the Office of Domestic Social Development and Associate Director of the Office of Government Relations, acting as a liaison to Congress and the White House on a range of policy issues. Additional experience includes serving as Public Affairs Officer for the Maryland Defense Force, a Citizen Budgetary Advisor for Multnomah County, and earlier roles in public and community affairs at Catholic Charities and the Archdiocese of Portland. Granado holds a Master's degree from Portland State University and a Bachelor's degree from the University of Portland, further complemented by education at American Military University.