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Treasury Secretary Paul O'Neill today announced that Robert Nichols will join the Department of the Treasury as Deputy Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs on March 7, 2001.
Rob brings an extensive public affairs background to the Treasury, said O'Neill. Rob will play a critical role in communicating and articulating the President's goals for a prosperous nation and a vibrant global economy.
Prior to joining the Treasury Department, Nichols was Director of Communications for the Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA) a high-tech trade association based in Arlington, Virginia. Before joining EIA, Nichols was Communications Director for U.S. Senator Slade Gorton (R-WA) and Press Secretary for U.S. Representative Jennifer Dunn (R-WA). Originally from Seattle, WA, Nichols is married to Rebecca Larish and resides in Washington, D.C.