Born in Brazil, Victor Machado’s international background led him to study international affairs as an undergraduate student at George Washington University. Since then, he has worked in government relations for two members of congress, for industry 
associations, and on a congressional campaign. Victor is currently working at DuPont, leading their international government affairs initiatives in key countries. “I was drawn to international affairs as an opportunity to learn about and understand different groups around the world, to build bridges and help reach common goals,” says Victor. He describes his role at DuPont as business diplomacy, and focuses on market access, trade, intellectual property, and collaborating with governments and stakeholders in the U.S., Latin America, and Southeast Asia.
Victor is pursuing his MBA in International Business at Georgetown, with a goal of learning to achieve business goals in upcoming markets through effective advocacy strategies. Victor says of the lobbying profession and the Foundation, “I believe in the critical role of ethical and professional advocacy in well-functioning economies and governments. I am grateful to be associated with the Foundation and am happy to be a part of carrying on Bryce Harlow’s legacy to future generations.”
