CITAC has a team of highly respected trade policy professionals to ensure the organization is an active player in the Washington trade policy arena.

Chairman Michael Fanning, Vice President, Public Relations and Government Affairs, Michelin North America, with oversight of staff in the US, Canada and Mexico who support internal/external communications for the company.

Executive Director Steve Alexander, President of The CMR Group, a Washington-based Public Affairs and Government Relations Consulting Firm.

Counsel Lewis E. Leibowitz, Partner, Hogan & Hartson LLP. International trade attorney with 20 years experience in trade remedy, trade policy and trade legislation.

Communications Counsel The PBN Company. An international strategic communications firm well versed in international trade issues, providing media relations and public affairs expertise.

Others on the team include professional economists and policy experts dedicated to providing ongoing Washington-based support to America's downstream manufacturers.