Matt Baker
Matt Baker serves as Chief of Staff to the Director of National Intelligence, where he leads internal operations, drives strategic coordination and technological application across the organization, and ensures the effective execution and communication of the DNI’s priorities throughout the Intelligence Community.
Prior to returning to the IC in 2025, Baker worked at Valor Equity Partners as Chief of Staff to the founder and CEO. He joined Valor in 2021 after more than 18 years of service in the IC where he served in numerous leadership roles across the globe. Baker is also a former Special Agent with the DEA in Detroit, Michigan, and is a graduate of Michigan State University where he earned his Master of Science and Bachelor of Arts degrees.