Executive Biographies

Secretary of Veterans Affairs

Eric K. Shinseki

The Secretary of Veterans Affairs is responsible for administering benefit programs for veterans, their families, and their survivors. Under the direction of the President, the Secretary exercises authority, direction and control over the Department of Veterans Affairs. The Secretary is a member of the President's Cabinet.

Interim Chief of Staff

Jose D. Riojas

The Interim Chief of Staff works closely with the Secretary and Deputy Secretary in managing day-to-day operations of the Department of Veterans Affairs.

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Senior Leaders

Stephen W. Warren

Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary Office of Information and Technology

W. Todd Grams

Executive in Charge for the Office of Management and Chief Financial Officer

Will A. Gunn

General Counsel

Glenn D. Haggstrom

Principal Executive Director, Office of Acquisition, Logistics, and Construction

Allison A. Hickey

Under Secretary for Benefits

Robert L. Jesse

Principal Deputy Under Secretary for Health

Steven L. Keller

Acting Chairman, Board of Veterans' Appeals

Joan M. Mooney

Assistant Secretary for Congressional and Legislative Affairs

Steve L. Muro

Under Secretary for
Memorial Affairs

George J. Opfer

Inspector General

Robert A. Petzel

Under Secretary for Health

Tommy Sowers

Assistant Secretary for Public and Intergovernmental Affairs

Rafael Torres

Acting Assistant Secretary for HR&A

Jose D. Riojas

Assistant Secretary for Operations, Security and Preparedness