National Association of Counties

Mark Ritacco

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    Mark Ritacco

    Mark Ritacco is the Chief Government Affairs Officer for the National Association of Counties. In this role, he spearheads NACo’s congressional and executive branch outreach, coalition building, and advocacy efforts for its members and the 3,069 counties across America.

    With over a decade of experience on Capitol Hill, including stints in both the U.S. House and Senate, Mark blends strategic insight and political acumen in fulfilling NACo’s mission to strengthen America’s counties. Prior to NACo, he served as Director of Strategic Initiatives for U.S. Senator Chris Murphy. He leveraged Murphy’s position on the Committee on Appropriations to cultivate diverse, bipartisan relationships and build coalitions to pass critical economic policies, secure federal investments in important local projects, and shape regulations.

    Throughout his career, Mark has remained committed to advancing government solutions to the most pressing challenges facing America today and into the future. He volunteers with the Center for Civic Education, whose mission is to develop the next generation of enlightened and responsible citizens.

    A native of Connecticut, Mark currently resides in Montgomery County, Maryland, with his wife and two sons. He is a graduate of the University of Maryland, College Park.

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    Mark Ritacco is the Chief Government Affairs Officer for the National Association of Counties.
    2020-03-18
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    2023-05-03

Chief Government Affairs Officer

Mark Ritacco is the Chief Government Affairs Officer for the National Association of Counties. In this role, he spearheads NACo’s congressional and executive branch outreach, coalition building, and advocacy efforts for its members and the 3,069 counties across America.

With over a decade of experience on Capitol Hill, including stints in both the U.S. House and Senate, Mark blends strategic insight and political acumen in fulfilling NACo’s mission to strengthen America’s counties. Prior to NACo, he served as Director of Strategic Initiatives for U.S. Senator Chris Murphy. He leveraged Murphy’s position on the Committee on Appropriations to cultivate diverse, bipartisan relationships and build coalitions to pass critical economic policies, secure federal investments in important local projects, and shape regulations.

Throughout his career, Mark has remained committed to advancing government solutions to the most pressing challenges facing America today and into the future. He volunteers with the Center for Civic Education, whose mission is to develop the next generation of enlightened and responsible citizens.

A native of Connecticut, Mark currently resides in Montgomery County, Maryland, with his wife and two sons. He is a graduate of the University of Maryland, College Park.

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The Latest from Mark Ritacco

  • Webinar

    NACo National Membership Call | July 30

    July 30, 2021 , 2:30 pm – 3:00 pm
    After more than a month of negotiations, a bipartisan group of Senators reached a final compromise on the framework for infrastructure legislation that will provide $550 billion in new spending over five years.
  • Human Services
    Webinar

    NACo-NCCAE National Opioid Settlement Webinar

    July 29, 2021 , 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    Join the National Association of Counties (NACo) and the National Council of County Association Executives (NCCAE) for a discussion on the landmark $26 billion national opioid settlement.  Learn about the new national settlement framework and the next steps for America’s counties.
  • Webinar

    NACo National Membership Call

    February 24, 2021 , 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
    Join the National Association of Counties (NACo) for a membership call on Wednesday, February 24 at 3:00 p.m. ET.

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