2026 Leadership Award Honorees

Anisa L. Green devoted her career to telecommunications policy and expanding opportunity through mentorship and community service.

With more than 27 years of experience in regulatory policy, advocacy, and legal affairs, Green served as Director of Federal Regulatory at AT&T and Chief of Staff to its Senior Vice President of Federal Regulatory Relations and Chief Regulatory Officer. Her work included universal service, affordability, digital equity, and wireless policy.

Green mentored through Crittenton and Junior Achievement, served on the Genesys Works National Capital Region Board of Advisors, and supported emerging leaders through the Women’s Wireless Leadership Forum and its Telecom Trailblazers Committee. Colleagues remembered her warmth, generosity, and willingness to share advice and encouragement.

Year after year, Anisa championed support for Crittenton, inspired students during our Women’s History Month panels, mentored Crittenton girls at our annual High Tea, and celebrated Crittenton’s milestones with us at every anniversary celebration. Anisa recognized that investing in girls means investing in stronger families, healthier communities, and a more hopeful future. Because of her advocacy, young women had access to safe spaces where they could build confidence, discover their strengths, develop leadership skills, and know they were seen, valued, and capable of achieving their dreams

A Brooklyn native with West Indies roots, Green earned her bachelor’s degree in Philosophy and Communication from George Washington University and was a certified paralegal. She also founded a personal styling and event planning business.

At its 138th Celebration, Crittenton honors Anisa L. Green posthumously, celebrating her service and lasting commitment to helping others thrive.

Olivia Trusty was nominated to serve as a Commissioner of the FCC by President Donald J. Trump. She was confirmed by the United States Senate in June 2025.

Prior to joining the Commission, Commissioner Trusty served as a Professional Staff Member on the U.S. Senate Committee on Armed Services under the leadership of U.S. Senator Roger F. Wicker. She previously served as a Policy Director on the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation and a Legislative Assistant in the Office of U.S. Senator Roger F. Wicker. Before her tenure as a Senate aide, Commissioner Trusty served as a Professional Staff Member on the U.S. House Committee on Energy and Commerce and a Legislative Assistant to U.S. Congressman Bob Latta. Commissioner Trusty began her career in the private sector.

Commissioner Trusty received her B.A. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and her M.A. from Georgetown University.