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Andy Karellas

Executive Director

Mr. Karellas serves as the Executive Director of the State International Development Organizations (SIDO) and is based in Washington, DC.

Andy has over 20 years of experience in international trade policy and development. Prior to joining SIDO, Andy served as a senior staffer with the House Small Business Committee, where he focused on international trade issues.  He was instrumental in the passing of the State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) and Federal-State Trade Coordination Act.  Andy previously held positions in the private sector, U.S. Congress and U.S. Department of Commerce. 

A native of Missouri, Andy received his bachelor’s degree in international business from Webster University and his master’s degree in international commerce and policy from George Mason University.