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The Secretary

Lonnie G. Bunch III is the 14th Secretary of the Smithsonian.  As Secretary, he oversees 19 museums, 21 libraries, the National Zoo, numerous research centers, and several education units and centers.

Learn more aboutThe Secretary

Senior Leadership Team

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Greg Bettwy

Chief of Staff to the Secretary
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Meroƫ Park

Deputy Secretary and Chief Operating Officer
Kevin Gover

Kevin Gover

Under Secretary for Museums and Culture
Cathy Helm

Cathy Helm

Smithsonian Inspector General
Judith E. Leonard

Judith E. Leonard

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Julissa Marenco

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Era Marshall

Era L. Marshall

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Mike McCarthy

Under Secretary for Administration
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Ruki Neuhold-Ravikumar

Acting Under Secretary for Education
Robert J. Spiller

Robert J. Spiller

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Porter Wilkinson

Porter Wilkinson

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