Wendy Villalta
Wendy is a talented program management professional with a comprehensive background in leading cross-functional projects and building relationships with high-level stakeholders in both the private and public sectors. Before joining the Commission, she had the opportunity to work in various fields, including communications, business development, and policy research. Most recently, she supported the deployment of $100 million in investments to ensure that residents in the United States have access to dignified, affordable housing at NeighborWorks America. Wendy holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs with a focus on the Middle East and a Minor in Spanish and Latin American Literature from The George Washington University.
All of us at the Commission are in shock and are heartbroken at news that Senator Lieberman has died suddenly and unexpectedly. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, Hadassah, their children, and extended family.
We all were the beneficiaries of Joe’s many years of selfless public service, his kindness, and civility. Joe was the definition of a Mensch – a person of great integrity and honor. He always put others first and always worked to better our nation, to which he tirelessly devoted so much of his energy. He had an indefatigable spirit that always pushed our work forward.
For nearly ten years, Joe was my co-chair here at the Bipartisan Commission on Biodefense. He cared deeply about the mission, for sure. Even more, he cared about each of our fellow Commissioners and the staff, all of whom I know are personally grieving at this tremendous loss. May his memory be a blessing.
Tom Ridge
March 27, 2024
