Peter Blaes, Member and Volunteer Programs Manager
Peter Blaes has been CC@H’s Member and Volunteer Programs Manager since September 2025. In this capacity, he handles program and event coordination, volunteer management, member services, database management, and communications. Peter brings fifteen years of dedicated public service, including as an International Cooperation Specialist at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), where he was the primary liaison between leadership in Washington, D.C., and at Missions in Southern Africa, such as South Africa, Angola, Zambia, Madagascar, and other countries. His leadership roles span from policy analysis, congressional advocacy, outreach and communications, and program management.
Before serving at USAID for twelve years, Peter held positions at the White House and multiple national, state, and local campaigns. Peter, who grew up in Montgomery County and moved into the Town of Chevy Chase in the Spring of 2024, enjoys bringing his experience home to his own community. Peter completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Maryland and is currently working on a Master’s Degree at the Public Policy School. Peter, whether he’s running around outside or playing with Lego’s inside, loves to spend as much time as possible with his wife and two young sons.