Amitai Cammy
Amitai Cammy utilizes his background in humanities and social science to monitor and assess issues related to international affairs, education, immigration, and the current landscape of social science research. Amitai tracks emerging priorities and opportunities within the Department of Education (ED), the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Department of State (DOS), the National Endowment for the Arts and Humanities (NEA/NEH), and international research partnerships sponsored by the National Science Foundation (NSF).
Issue Expertise: Immigration, homeland security, higher education, international research collaborations, humanities and social sciences
Additional Experience: Prior to joining Lewis-Burke, Amitai interned for Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro in her Capitol Hill Office, where he assisted staff on a variety of issues including defense, education, and emergency preparedness. He additionally interned for the John W. Kluge Center at the Library of Congress, where he helped visiting scholars with research and assisted with Kluge Center events. His interest in U.S. foreign policy led him to intern for a non-profit in the Middle East, along with a fellowship at Israel Policy Forum in his final year of university.
Vital Statistics: Amitai is from Western Massachusetts and graduated with distinction from Cornell University with a B.A. in history and Near Eastern Studies. In the summer after his third year, he was a recipient of the Sandy Berger Summer Experience Grant, awarded to students working in public service. He was also recognized as a Merril Presidential Scholar, honoring students who demonstrated academic excellence and community leadership. In his free time, Amitai enjoys playing ultimate frisbee, exploring monuments and museum exhibits around the DMV, and improving his golf swing.
Shanni Silberberg
Dr. Shanni Silberberg serves as a Principal at Lewis-Burke Associates, providing strategic expertise to the firm's defense portfolio. With a unique background spanning neuroscience research and federal science policy, she brings a deep understanding of the intersection between scientific advancement and national security priorities. Dr. Silberberg is an expert in navigating federal regulatory environments, developing legislative strategies, and building coalitions to advance science and innovation. Dr. Silberberg spent five years advising the Director of Basic Research at the Department of Defense, where she shaped policy on research protection, international talent retention, STEM education, and scientific integrity initiatives. She was instrumental in developing DoD's research protection policy for fundamental research, working across federal agencies, Congress, and the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy.
Issue Expertise: Defense science and technology, research security, basic research policy, STEM immigration, international scientific collaboration, research protection, scientific integrity, and federal R&D funding mechanisms, neuroscience, and genetics.
Additional Experience: Prior to her work advising DOD, she worked in the Engineering Division at the National Science Foundation, identifying research gaps and creating scientific funding programs to address critical challenges in biological and chemical engineering. Her experience also includes monitoring and evaluation of development programs at the United States Agency for International Development. Throughout her career, she has successfully secured federal grants for research, created grant programs within the federal government, and reviewed federal grant proposals from universities.
Vital Statistics: Dr. Silberberg holds a B.S. in Neurobiology and Physiology from the University of Maryland College Park and a Ph.D. in Neuroscience from the University of California San Francisco. She was a AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellow at the United States Agency for International Development and the National Science Foundation. When not advocating for science policy, she spends time in nature, makes wearable art, and travels (aiming to visit all 50 states with her kids by 2050).
Dominique Carter, Ph.D.
Dr. Dominique Carter is an award-winning scientist whose pioneering work at the nexus of science policy and strategy has advanced the agriculture, health, and bioeconomy sectors. Recognized as a cross-functional thought leader, innovative problem solver, and strategic communicator, Dominique is a former federal government professional who leverages her interdisciplinary technical expertise to champion science and bolster clients’ pursuits across various health, agriculture, science, and technology areas.
Formerly, Dominique held the position of Vice President of Food & Nutrition Affairs at FoodMinds, where she provided senior counsel on nutrition policy to agricultural commodities and food & beverage companies. Prior to this, Dr. Carter served as Assistant Director for Agricultural Sciences, Innovation, and Workforce at the White House Office of Science & Technology Policy, where her contributions were pivotal in shaping and executing groundbreaking policy initiatives, including the first-ever White House Strategy on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health; the National Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing Initiative; and National Security Memorandum on Strengthening the Security and Resilience of United States Food and Agriculture (NSM-16).
Issue expertise: sustainable agriculture and food systems policy agricultural research, education, and extension; food and nutrition research; infectious disease research; biotechnology; health and life sciences workforce development; international science cooperation; data governance, science and research security; and monitoring and evaluation of scientific and education programs.
Additional Experience:Her illustrious career also involves serving as an AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellow at the National Science Foundation (NSF) within the Office of the Director. In this role, she defined the science and technology landscapes of emerging economies in Europe and Africa, informing strategic partnerships between NSF and foreign counterparts. She also served as an Agricultural Science Advisor for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Office of the Chief Scientist, where she spearheaded visionary initiatives, including the development of the USDA Science Blueprint, USDA’s vision for agricultural research and innovation through 2025, and the Sustainable Agriculture Intensification Team to develop a five-year roadmap for USDA science agencies to deliver innovative, environmentally, and economically sustainable solutions for meeting global demands for healthy and affordable agricultural products.
Vital Statistics: In the community, Dominique is an Aspen Institute Food Leaders Fellow, member of the Council for Foreign Relations (CFR), an Advisory Council Member for the Harvard Business Review (HBR), and an expert for the Atlantic Council. A Chicago native, Dr. Carter holds a BS in Chemistry from Saint Norbert College and a Ph.D. in Microbiology and Bioengineering from the Medical College of Wisconsin.
Allison Reed
Allison supports Lewis-Burke by using her background and education in public policy to provide clients with insights related to emerging technology and education policy, including funding opportunities, policy trends, agency updates, and congressional activities. This includes agencies such as the National Science Foundation, Department of Education, and others of relevance. Prior to joining Lewis-Burke Associates, Allison gained experience interning for organizations focused on undergraduate education and media that furthered her knowledge of technology and education policy.
Issue areas: Future Technology, education, social sciences, and communities
Vital Statistics: Allison graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park with her B.A. in Public Policy with a minor in Nonprofit Leadership and Social Innovation. Allison studied abroad in Rome, Italy in the Spring of 2022, where she completed projects on humanitarian response. She is originally from Rochester, NY and in her free time enjoys traveling and exploring DC.
Madison Lambert
Madison Lambert uses her background and education in public health to provide clients with federal health and biomedical research insights on funding opportunities and emerging legislation in the health and biomedical field. The federal agencies she primarily consults on include the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). Madison’s background in public health allows her to provide clients with in-depth information on emerging opportunities, policy updates, and ways to promote health through science and technology. Her professional passions include improving public health outcomes, expanding the healthcare workforce, and bridging the gap between communities and researchers.
Issue Areas: Biomedical Research, Public Health, Social and Behavioral Sciences, Preventative Medicine, Maternal Health and Education
Additional Information: Prior to joining Lewis-Burke, Madison worked as a Program Assistant for The National Institutes of Health (NIH) at the Children’s Inn Non-Profit sector. Here she did program coordination for children undergoing clinical trials for ultra-rare diseases, worked alongside medical teams to assist international patients and families during their research, and facilitated grants and donations for the organization.
Vital Statistics: Madison graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park with a B.S. in Public Health concentrating in behavioral and community health as well as maternal and child health. She is a Maryland native, and an avid foodie who enjoys exploring the many tastes of Washington D.C. in her spare time.