During his twenty-nine years in the federal government, Chris Emery maintained a Top-Secret clearance while being a CIO, Chief Architect, & Director of various things with the White House, US Congress, Department of Homeland Security, and the Department of Justice, where he served in a senior management role for the National Security Division, the agency responsible for serving as the liaison between the Attorney General and the Intelligence Community. From January 1986 until March 1994, Chris was part of one of the most unique jobs in the U.S. government—an Usher in the White House. The Ushers Office provides oversight and management for the White House Executive Residence, its staff, and surrounding 18 acres of grounds. The ushers are responsible for taking care of the first family’s most secluded area—their home. Because their privacy is paramount, little is known about the ushers who work there. Chris was honored to have met seven presidents and work directly for three of them—Ronald Reagan, George H. W. Bush, and Bill Clinton. Chris has authored three books and is working on number 4! White House Usher: Stories from the Inside [Second edition December 2020], a memoir detailing his time managing the White House for Presidents Ronald Reagan, George H. W. Bush, and Bill Clinton. “With his book White House Usher: Stories from the Inside, former usher Chris Emery gives his readers a peek inside what happens upstairs at the White House. Chris’ anecdotes tell a rich story of how America’s house really is the First Families’ home. I loved my trip down memory lane.” _Former First Lady Barbara Bush (October 2017) Who Killed the President? [Second edition May 2023], A mystery novel that takes place in one of the more unique settings in existence: the White House executive residence, home of the first family. Murder, romance, deceit, and a suspenseful struggle all ensue as the main character struggles to solve the case. Emery uses his in-depth knowledge of White House history and the inner workings of the private residence to create a thrilling murder mystery from an insider’s perspective. Who Shot the Speaker? [Available September 2023], Congress and the world are shocked by the brazen attempt to assassinate the Speaker of the House. The villains will not give up until the job is done. Author Chris Emery provides another powerful Washington mystery that includes assassination, lust, intrigue, and deceit in a struggle for power. Education University of Maryland, College Park, Md. Bachelor of Science degree, Information Systems Management, Minor in Management. For more info: https://www.whitehouseusher.com/