Profiles of African Americans at EPA
At EPA, we protect human health and the environment every day. EPA's diverse workforce, which includes a wide range of specialists -- scientists, lawyers, economists, accountants, emergency responders, managers, inspectors, and communicators -- brings a balance of perspectives to bear on every challenge we face. We hope that these profiles will serve as an inspiration to others who are interested in protecting our planet.
Michael S. Regan, EPA Administrator
Washington, DC
Michael S. Regan was sworn in as the 16th Administrator of the United States Environmental Protection Agency on March 11, 2021, becoming the first Black man and second person of color to lead the U.S. EPA. Read more about EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan.
Kevin J. Bailey, Office of Civil Rights
Deputy Director
Washington, DC
I oversee our affirmative employment efforts, and also our office's budget and personnel. Read more about Kevin J. Bailey.
Kent Benjamin, Office of Land and Emergency Management
Acting Director
Washington, DC
I serve as the acting director of OLEM’s Office of Communications, Partnerships and Analysis at EPA headquarters. Read more about Kent Benjamin.
Denise Benjamin-Sirmons, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization
Director
Washington, DC
I serve as the senior executive responsible for directing the agency’s small business programs. Read more about Denise Benjamin-Sirmons.
Carlos Evans, Office of Regional Counsel
Senior Assistant Regional Counsel
Washington, DC
I am a Clean Air Act enforcement attorney. Read more about Carlos Evans
Sharon Hilliard, Office of Human Resources
Human Resources Specialist
Washington, DC
I manage the Human Resources system changes and related contracts at EPA. Read more about Sharon Hilliard
Lance McCluney, Office of Administrative and Executive Services
Director
Washington, DC
I oversee the budget, human resources and information management systems functions for the Office of the Administrator. Read more about Lance McCluney.
Jonathan Newton, Office of the Administrator
Director
Washington, DC
I coordinate requests under the Freedom of Information Act, which guarantees Americans access to government information. Read more about Jonathan Newton.
LaTonya Sanders, Region 7 Office of Public Affairs
Public Affairs Specialist
Lenexa, KS
I work on communications, message development, speech writing, product development, media relations, congressional affairs, event planning, outreach and education. Read more about LaTonya Sanders.
Nigel Simon, Office of Program Management
Director
Washington, DC
I work on long-term strategic planning on cross-cutting issues and information management in the Office of Land and Emergency Management. Read more about Nigel Simon.
Tracy White, Office of the Administrator
Program Analyst
Washington, DC
I work in the Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU). Read more about Tracy White.
Helena Wooden-Aguilar, Office of Policy
Deputy Associate Administrator
Washington, DC
I am the Deputy Associate Administrator (DAA) in the Office of Policy (OP). As the DAA I support the Agency’s mission by conducting sound regulatory, scientific, and economic analyses and by creating business and community partnerships to achieve greater and more cost-effective public health and environmental protection. Read more about Helena Wooden-Aguilar.