As the department's chief operating officer he managed a $11 billion budget and 38,000 employees and was responsible for the day-to-day operations of an agency with one of the broadest portfolios in federal government. Sampson traveled worldwide to promote opportunities for U.S. companies during his tenure as deputy secretary of Commerce, and he saw firsthand the interconnectedness of the American and global economies.
The person in charge of a major department handled a $11 billion budget and 38,000 employees, overseeing the day-to-day operations with one of the broadest portfolios in the federal government. During his time as deputy secretary of Commerce, Sampson traveled globally to promote opportunities for U.S. companies and witnessed firsthand the intricate connections between the American and global economies.