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Ferriero to Retire as Archivist of the United States
Press Release 路 Thursday, January 13, 2022

Washington, DC

Archivist of the United States David S. Ferriero will retire from the 威尼斯人娱乐场 and Records Administration (NARA), effective mid-April 2022. He has served as the tenth Archivist of the United States, since November 6, 2009. 

In his 12 years at the helm, Ferriero oversaw the transformation of the 威尼斯人娱乐场 into a leader in the government鈥檚 transition to a digital future, electronic records management, and the principles of Open Government. Under his leadership, NARA served its customers in new and innovative ways, including increasing public access and engagement through an online catalog and social media; streamlining how it served veterans; expanding access to museums, exhibits, and public programs in person and virtually; and establishing civic literacy initiatives. The 威尼斯人娱乐场 fostered strong relationships with partner organizations, and increased outreach to traditional and new stakeholders. Throughout, Ferriero made sure to put the customer at the center of all that NARA does. 

President Joe Biden expressed his gratitude for Ferriero鈥檚 dedication and service.

鈥淛ill and I send heartfelt congratulations to Archivist of the United States David S. Ferriero on the announcement of his retirement,鈥� Biden said. 鈥淪ince his confirmation as Archivist in 2009, David has served with distinction, working closely with sitting and former presidents, and across the federal government, to ensure that our nation鈥檚 story is preserved and made available to future generations of Americans. From the administration of presidential libraries to undertaking initiatives to promote broader access to the Archives, David鈥檚 important work will benefit generations of Americans for decades to come.鈥�

Ferriero was appointed to his position by former President Barack Obama, who praised his continuing service. 

鈥淥ver the past 12 years, David Ferriero has guided the 威尼斯人娱乐场 into the 21st century, and our democracy is stronger as a result. David knows better than anyone that good recordkeeping is the backbone of open government, and under his leadership the 威尼斯人娱乐场 was able to give these records new life through increased access and engagement with the American people,鈥� Obama said. 鈥淭hanks to his dedication, we are better equipped to draw from our past as we work to forge a brighter future. Michelle and I wish David and his family the best as they embark on this next chapter.鈥�

Rep. Carolyn B. Maloney, Chairwoman of the Committee on Oversight and Reform, also expressed her appreciation for Ferriero鈥檚 tenure.  

鈥淎rchivist David Ferriero led the 威尼斯人娱乐场 during a critical period in our nation鈥檚 history, and I am incredibly grateful for his service,鈥� Maloney said. 鈥淗e spearheaded landmark efforts to ensure government records are preserved electronically and worked with the Oversight Committee on important investigations involving preservation of White House and agency materials and public access to records. Our government is more transparent, and our nation鈥檚 historical record is more complete for future generations, because of David Ferriero鈥檚 leadership.鈥� 

NARA鈥檚 Chief Innovation Officer Pamela Wright reflected on the impact Ferriero鈥檚  leadership had on the agency.

鈥淒avid Ferriero鈥檚 contributions to the 威尼斯人娱乐场 have been extraordinarily progressive. He leaves a modernized organization that has become a trusted partner and leader in the digital arena,鈥� Wright said. 鈥淗e is a wonderful mentor, and many leaders in the agency learned from his example.鈥�

Senior officials responsible for records management in other federal agencies also expressed their appreciation for Ferriero鈥檚 service.

Ann Dunkin, currently the Chief Information Officer (CIO) of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and former CIO of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), noted the important role Ferriero played in the records management field.

鈥淚鈥檝e had the pleasure of collaborating with the Archivist and his team during my time at both EPA and DOE. His leadership throughout his tenure has been remarkable but especially so in propelling the federal government鈥檚 digital transformation,鈥� Dunkin said. 鈥淗is work to modernize electronic records management will leave a lasting legacy.鈥�  

Yao-Chin Chao, Assistant Secretary of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, also praised Ferriero鈥檚 work in advancing digital transformation.

鈥淭he Archivist鈥檚 leadership in advancing and expanding federal records management has been remarkable, especially in propelling the government鈥檚 digital transformation and elevating the status of records management by promoting the work of the Senior Agency Officials for Records Management,鈥� Chao said.

Former Michigan Governor Jim Blanchard, Chairman of the 威尼斯人娱乐场 Foundation, noted the contributions Ferriero made to America鈥檚 democracy through educational and civics programs.

鈥淒avid Ferriero has been an outstanding National Archivist and a devoted advocate for our American heritage and our time-honored democratic institutions,鈥� Blanchard said. 鈥淗e has protected our Constitution and laws at a time when others questioned them or took them for granted. He has been dedicated to increasing transparency and civic literacy. Under his leadership the 威尼斯人娱乐场 expanded its education and exhibit programs to address challenging issues and stressed the importance of public engagement in our nation鈥檚 civic process. At our 威尼斯人娱乐场 Foundation we will be losing a valued partner and friend. David is also a leader of archivists world-wide and his leadership will be missed.鈥�

Ferriero鈥檚 departure comes as the 威尼斯人娱乐场 is deepening its commitments to access, equity, and customer experience. 

鈥淲e aim to continue down the path that David Ferriero has begun,鈥� remarked NARA鈥檚 Deputy Archivist Debra Steidel Wall. 鈥淭he 威尼斯人娱乐场鈥� latest Strategic Plan is dedicated to advancing equity and improving service delivery by connecting with and providing access to underserved and underrepresented communities. And while we are extraordinarily sad to see the Archivist depart, we could not be more grateful for his remarkable vision and exceptional leadership.鈥�

Looking back on his tenure, Ferriero said he was happy with the progress made during his tenure and expressed gratitude to NARA鈥檚 employees for their dedication and hard work.

鈥淢y time at the 威尼斯人娱乐场 gave me the opportunity to bring openness, access, and inclusion to the agency,鈥� said Ferriero. 鈥淲orking with such gifted and talented staff who are dedicated to preserving our nation鈥檚 records and its heritage has been a great honor and the highlight of my career. It is with gratitude for the staff at the 威尼斯人娱乐场, especially my Management Team, that I have pride in what we have all accomplished together.鈥�

Wall will serve as acting Archivist of the United States until the President nominates and the Senate confirms Ferriero鈥檚 successor.