As Director of Intergovernmental Affairs, Deanna Ewart is the primary liaison for the Office of General Services (OGS) with the State Legislature and all levels of local government. Prior to joining OGS, Deanna served as Chief of Staff for State Senator John W. Mannion and previously as Chief of Staff to State Senator Monica R. Martinez. In these roles, Deanna served as the member’s primary strategic advisor, oversaw both District and Albany Office operations, and directed legislative initiatives. Deanna began her career in public service as Legislative Director for State Senator Phil Boyle.
Spanning over a decade in the State Senate, Deanna oversaw various standing committees including the Committee on Disabilities, Committee on Commerce, Small Business and Economic Development, and Committee on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse. Additionally, Deanna led the formation of the Joint Heroin and Opioid Addiction Task Force. During this time, Deanna advanced legislation such as tax relief for Superstorm Sandy victims, criminalizing revenge porn, and increasing access to state services for individuals with developmental disabilities.
She is a native of Suffolk County and graduated summa cum laude with a B.A. in Political Science from Stony Brook University.
