“She now adds operations for the rapidly growing federal advocacy and public affairs firm to her portfolio. Ferox proudly maintains its startup vibe, and as chief operating officer Debra will do everything from facilitating strategic decision-making to tracking down minute operational details in order to execute the firm’s business plan. Before joining the private sector, Debra spent more than a decade and a half on Capitol Hill, the last nine years as chief of staff for Rep. Xavier Becerra (D-CA). She bookended her time on the Hill with stints at two federal agencies: the Department of Justice and the Department of Education. Debra is at her best when hustling alongside a talented, bipartisan team on a shared mission.”